Franconia Brook Campsites
Open — Open year-round, first-come first-served. No reservations or fees required.
Wind Advisory issued December 29 at 8:33PM EST until December 30 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Gray ME
* WHAT...West winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of southwest, west central, and western Maine and central, northern, and southern New Hampshire. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Tuesday. * 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 night hours 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
Franconia Brook Campsites is a backcountry camping area located on the Eastside trail along the East Branch of the Pemigewasset River, approximately 3 miles from the Lincoln Woods trailhead in White Mountain National Forest. The site features roughly 20 designated tent sites, each marked with a numbered stake and equipped with a fire ring. This first-come, first-served camping area requires no fees or reservations. Two bear boxes are provided and must be used for all food storage; bear hangs are not permitted. The bear boxes can fill quickly during busy periods, so campers should be prepared. Two pit toilets are available on-site. Potable water is not available, but water can be treated or filtered from the nearby East Branch. The 3-mile hike in makes this a popular destination for backpackers seeking a backcountry experience with established amenities. The site serves as a convenient base for exploring the Pemigewasset Wilderness area. Campers must pack out all trash and leave no trace.
Directions
From Lincoln, NH, take Highway 112 (Kancamagus Highway) east to the Lincoln Woods trailhead parking area. Hike 3 miles in on the Lincoln Woods Trail and Eastside Trail to reach the campsites on the east side of the Pemigewasset River.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | No |
| 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 | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Franconia Brook Tentsite |
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