Basin Campground
Currently closed due to ongoing construction projects. Opening delayed until June 2026. Cold River Campground and Hastings Campground opened May 22, 2026 as alternatives. Normal operating season runs mid-May through mid-October. Reservations through Recreation.gov.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 2 at 1:20PM EDT until July 3 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Gray ME
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110. * WHERE...Portions of southwest and western Maine and central, northern, and southern New Hampshire. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Overnight low temperatures will only fall into the 70s, resulting in accumulated heat stress.
From Recreation.gov
Due to continued construction projects at the campground, we regret to inform you that opening day has been delayed. We hope to open in June of this year. Cold River Campground & Hastings Campground will be open as of May 22nd and can be reserved on Recreation.gov. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
About
Basin Campground occupies a pleasant mixed hardwood forest setting in a remote corner of White Mountain National Forest in New Hampshire. The small facility provides 13 campsites (6 tent-only and 7 standard nonelectric) along a single loop road, situated a short distance from the 23-acre Basin Pond. The campground offers vault toilets and potable water but no showers, hookups, or dump station. The primary draw is access to Basin Pond, where visitors can fish for trout or paddle canoes and kayaks (non-motorized boats only via the on-site boat launch). The 4.5-mile Basin Trail begins at the campground and numerous other hiking and mountain biking trails are within a short drive. The surrounding forest is home to moose, white-tailed deer, black bear, and nearly 200 bird species including the rare Bicknell's Thrush. The nearby town of Fryeburg, Maine provides groceries, restaurants, and fuel. Day trips to the Presidential Range and 6,288-foot Mount Washington are popular excursions from this location.
Directions
From Fryeburg, Maine, take Highway 113 north 15 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (603) 447-5448 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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