Barnes Field Campground

About

Located at the base of New England's tallest peak, Barnes Field Campground provides a scenic and private space for groups, families, and organizations to gather in the heart of the White Mountain National Forest. The campground is adjacent to Dolly Copp Campground and serves as a hub for hikes into the Presidential and Carter-Moriah Ranges, including access to the Daniel Webster Scout Trail leading into the Great Gulf Wilderness. The facility features 11 spacious sites in a single loop, including group tent-only and group standard sites that accommodate larger camping parties. Sites can hold up to 30-50 people depending on the site, with a maximum of 6 vehicles per site. The campground provides potable water and vault toilets; additional amenities are available at Dolly Copp. Barnes Field is one of the few campgrounds in the area that remains open year-round, offering winter camping for snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and ice climbing enthusiasts. The Peabody River and Culhane Brook pass by the facility, offering brook trout fishing opportunities. Summer visitors enjoy pleasant temperatures, though mountain weather can change drastically, so campers should come prepared for cold, rain, or snow even in summer.

Directions

From Gorham, NH: Take Highway 16 south for approximately 5 miles to Dolly Copp Road. Turn right and travel approximately 1 mile to the campground. From North Conway, NH: Take Highway 302 to Glen. Turn right onto Route 16 north and follow for about 22 miles. Turn left onto Dolly Copp Road and travel approximately 1 mile to the campground.