Beaver Brook Shelter
Open year-round, first-come, first-served with no fee. No reservations. Water source (stream via side trail) may be unreliable; bring sufficient water or be prepared to treat stream water.
Town Hall Road Camping and Fire Restrictions
Camping and campfires are restricted along Slippery Brook Road (Forest Road 17) and East Branch Road (Forest Road 38), which together form a 7‑mile road system collectively known as Town Hall Road. Camping within ¼ mile of these roads is only allowed at designated campsites marked with a tent…
Lincoln Woods Trail Closure
UPDATE: Lincoln Woods Trail will close beginning June 15th through November 2026 when when restoration work commences. See the Lincoln Woods Trailhead page for more information.
Pemigewasset Wilderness Food Storage Requirement
Effective May 1st, 2026, all overnight campers in the Pemigewasset Wilderness must store all food, food containers, scented items (such as soap, lip balm, and toothpaste) and refuse in a cylindrical, hard-sided, non-pliable Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (IGBC) certified bear resistant…
About
Beaver Brook Shelter sits at 3,750 feet elevation on the northern flank of Asquam Ridge, which extends eastward from Mount Moosilauke in New Hampshire's White Mountain National Forest. This Appalachian Trail shelter provides a sweeping panoramic view of the White Mountains to the north and serves as a popular overnight stop for thru-hikers and section hikers. The shelter accommodates approximately 8 people and includes 3 overflow tent sites for additional capacity. A composting privy is available. Water can be obtained from a small stream accessed via a short side trail, though this source may be unreliable during dry periods. Campers should plan to treat all water and consider carrying sufficient supply. Access to the shelter requires a steep 1.5-mile hike on the Beaver Brook Trail from NH Route 112 in Kinsman Notch. This trail section is known for its challenging grade and beautiful cascading waterfalls along Beaver Brook. The shelter operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no fee required.
Directions
From NH Route 112 in Kinsman Notch, locate the Beaver Brook Trailhead. Hike south on the Beaver Brook Trail (Appalachian Trail) for 1.5 steep miles to reach the shelter.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| 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 | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Beaver Brook Shelter | |
| USFS Beaver Brook Shelter |
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