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.
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.
Discovery Trail Emergency Closure
This Order closes the Forest Discover Trail for public health and safety while the trail is repaired. You are prohibited from being on any part of the 1.5 mile Forest Discovery Trail. See Exhibit A - Map below for the location of the trail.
Rattlesnake Fire – Pemigewasset Ranger District
Rattlesnake Fire Final Update: Crews continue fire line rehab in the area. Buffalo Pit and Rattlesnake parking areas, along with Rattlesnake Trail off Buffalo Road, will be reopened by end today (Aug 26).
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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