White Mountain National Forest

No shame in being a newbie. Just 1. 5 miles from the end of Sawyer River Road, Sawyer Pond Shelter & Tentsite is a great option for anyone still strengthening their backpacking legs. The site sits along Big Sawyer Pond and has two toilets. Read more...

In the world of wilderness, Rocky Branch Shelter #1, with its fire ring, toilet and riverside views, is a five-star hotel. Check conditions before you go; the trail connecting Rocky Branch Road to the shelter can be closed. Read more...

Rest your weary Appalachain Trailin’ legs at Kinsman Pond Shelter, and you might never want to get up. Set high in the sky at 3,750 ft. and along the Kinsman Pond shore, this recently rebuilt log style shelter has two single and two double rent platforms. Rough it with water from the pond, a composting privy and a bear box. Read more...

Wow. A historic cabin for camping in the White Mountains! This is every vintage campers dream. The Radeke Cabin served as a summer camp for Forestry students in the 1960’s and it is now serving your camping vacation fantasies. This rustic cabin is just off the Kancamagus Scenic Byway and easily accessible by car, but guests should be prepared to b Read more...

Hankering for a hike on the Appalachian Trail? Best stop by the Garfield Ridge Shelter operated by The Appalachian Mountain Club. The campsite is located on the Garfield Ridge Trail, just northeast of Garfield’s summit. The shelter is an 'Adirondack' style with two single and five double tent platforms. A natural spring is nearby for some freshwat Read more...

Hike the Whites! Deep in the Pemigewasset Wilderness in the White Mountains lies the popular Guyot Shelter and accompanying camp sites. The shelter is located off the Bondcliff Trail on a spur path 4,360 feet above the sea. Striking views and epic sunrises are just some of what make this a festive spot on the weekends. So grab your pack and hit th Read more...

Nestled at the crossroads of Rocky Branch and the Isolation Trails, Rocky Branch Shelter #2 sits along the Rocky Branch River and has a fire ring. Before you head out, check out trail conditions—Rocky Branch Trail can be closed. Read more...

Get those gams in shape—when spring skiing hits Tuckerman Ravine, you don’t want to miss out. Situated at the base of Tuckerman Ravine, the Hermit Lake Shelter (lean-tos and tent platforms) is homebase for mountaineers yearround. The site has a year-round caretaker as well as outhouses and a hand pump. Read more...

Tucked away on the shore of the scenic Ethan Pond, this shelter is a great spot to crash at any time of year. With the extra protection from the elements, you can spend more time exploring the expansive and beautiful Pemigewasset Wilderness knowing you’ll be coming back to a comfortable base camp. There are also several tent platforms that can be Read more...

Fancy an antique cabin on top of Black Mountain? The Black Mountain Cabin was built in the 1930’s and is ultra-rustic. The Black Mountain Ski Trail is used to hike, ski, or snowshoe 1. 4 miles to the cabin, depending on the season. Be prepared to schlepp all your wilderness glamping essentials. The views are guaranteed to be worth it. Read more...

Baldface Shelter is located in a forest with nearby views of the Evan’s Notch Valley. There is also a dispersed campsite here for tent campers!Read more...

One of the more remote shelters in the region, Dry Rivers Shelter #3 is a three-sided structure that sits on Dry River. Approximately 2. 5 miles away, you’ll find the Alpine zone near Mt. Washington. Read more...

If you love skirting the mountains this is the place to be. An ultra-rustic log cabin that sits atop the north summit of Doublehead Mountain. Historically, the cabin was used as a warming hut and shelter for skiers traveling on the Doublehead Ski Trail. Guests should be prepared to transport all their gear and supplies on foot over an elevation o Read more...

Pitstop at the Imp shelter and tent platforms just off the Appalachian Trail, and you’ll rest your feet in the heart of the Carter-Moriah Range. The site has a caretaker in summer. Read more...

Catch scenic views of the Mahoosuc and Kilkenny Ranges from the site of a former fire tower when you stay at the Mt. Cabot Cabin, located on the Killkenny Ridge Trail. The Cabin Cabot cabin is at the South End of the Park and is free to the first group that nabs it. Read more...

One of the more accessible hike-in sites, Rattle River Shelter is just 1. 7 miles from the trailhead. The site is also home to designated campsites for overflow camping. Read more...

Tucked away in the flanks of the Asquam Ridge, this quaint log shelter makes for the perfect getaway. You and eight of your closest buds can make this picturesque spot your home for the weekend and drink all the beauty that Mt. Moosilauke and the rest of the White Mountains have to offer. WIth great access to the rugged outdoors and killer hiking Read more...

Ever dreamed of staying in a picturesque cabin in the middle of forested beauty without giving up the rugged feel? Perfect, cause that is exactly what you will find at the Coppermine Shelter. This quaint little log set up is perfect for small groups of up to six, giving you coverage you need in the great outdoors without closing the door. With a s Read more...

Get those camp vibes flowing when you crash at the quaint Eliza Brook Shelter. Here, you get your choice of the rugged cabin or tent life, with a few pads to set up camp in the wide open outdoors if you prefer. With great access to Eliza Brook and the Appalachian Trail, you can do plenty of exploring in this natural paradise as you immerse yoursel Read more...

What’s your trail name? If you’re hiking along the AT and need a cozy Adirondack-style shelter to rest up in, the Jeffers Brook Shelter is at your service. It is located on a side trail 1. 1 miles north of NH RT 25, with a brook water source nearby. The privy even comes with a view of the White Mountains. Read more...

You’ll find the three-sided Camp Penacook Shelter, as well as a tent camping site, on the southeast side of Mt. Chocorua. The shelter is a mile and a half from the summit. Take nearby Piper Trail up a short distance for expansive views to the east. Read more...

The Flat Mountain Pond Shelter sits on the southeast end of the pond, near hiking trails. You’ll have views into the heart of the Sandwich Range Wilderness. There is also a camping site for tents here. Read more...

Jim Liberty Cabin sits on the southwest shoulder of Mt. Chocorua, just a half-mile from the summit. The cabin was originally built way back in 1932 and renovated in 1974. Inside, you’ll find three triple-bunks and a small table. Ah, the simple life. Read more...

Mount Langdon Shelter sits near a small brook where the Mt. Langdon and Mt. Stanton Trails meet. The shelters is just outside the Presidential Range-Dry River Wilderness, with incredible opportunities for outdoor adventures. Read more...

The Mountain Pond Shelter is a small, open shelter that you’ll reach after a mile hike from the road. So pack light! The shelter is near the pond and hiking trails. Read more...

Province Pond Shelter is a 1. 6-mile hike from the parking lot, so pack light! The shelter is in a forested area near Province Pond. Read more...

Picture this; A rustic wooden shelter located by three scenic ponds, where you can have a campfire, sip some wine, and bask beneath plains of stars. It can be yours for free! All you have to do is hike 2. 3 miles from the Three Ponds Trailhead. Read more...