Baldface Shelter
Open — Open year-round, first-come, first-served. No reservations or fees.
Wind Advisory issued December 30 at 12:33AM EST until December 30 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Gray ME
* WHAT...West winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of southwest, west central, and western Maine and central, northern, and southern New Hampshire. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Expect the power outage threat to continue through the rest of tonight into Tuesday morning in areas that have significant ice remaining on trees. Power outage threat will remain elevated in these areas as cold air and the gusty winds cause ice loaded branches to snap.
About
Located 2.5 miles up the Baldface Circle Trail from the trailhead, Baldface Shelter offers backcountry camping just below the dramatic granite ledges of South Baldface Mountain. This rustic shelter sleeps 6-8 people and is positioned in a prime location for hikers exploring the Baldface Range, with the shelter sitting just minutes from treeline offering views to Evans Notch Valley below. The shelter area includes a small designated camping area a short distance away for those who prefer tenting. Basic amenities include a fire ring, a water source (though reliability can vary seasonally, so carry backup water), and a composting toilet. This is a dispersed backcountry site with no fees and no reservations. Baldface Shelter serves as an excellent base camp for exploring the scenic Baldface Circle Trail, known for its technical scrambles and exposed granite slabs. The shelter is well-situated within the White Mountain National Forest trail network, making it suitable for multi-day backpacking trips. Standard White Mountain National Forest backcountry rules apply.
Directions
Access via Baldface Circle Trail. The shelter is located 2.5 miles from the Baldface Circle Trailhead on Route 113. Park at the trailhead and hike in.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (603) 536-6100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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