A larger lean-to in a beautiful location. Six new tent platforms of varying sizes nicely situated along the A.T. as it rises away from the pond. No campfires - cookstoves only. AMC caretaker on site. Between Old Speck (4180', Maine's third highest peak) and Mahoosuc Notch on the highest pond in Maine. Extensive restoration ongoing, lots of rockwork and transplanting in the overused areas. The lean-to was rebuilt in 1978 and faces away from the pond due to the prevailing wind. A composting privy provides fertilizer for the replanted pines. Good water from a spring down the blue blazed Success Pond trail just beyond the caretaker's yurt. Excellent swimming in the leech free pond. $8 fee per person, credit cards (except Discover) accepted, a huge bear box for your foodbag, and there's occasional work-for-stay available.