Hastings Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. Opens mid-May through mid-October. Reservations available through Recreation.gov, with some first-come, first-served sites.
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
Hastings Campground is located on Route 113 near the shore of Evans Brook in western Maine, situated in a rustic and remote part of White Mountain National Forest. Built on the site of a historic logging camp from the late 1800s, the campground sits in a young mixed hardwood forest at the base of Mt. Hastings, offering ample open areas and well-separated campsites around a single loop. The campground provides access to diverse hiking opportunities, including a short 2-mile family-friendly trail and a more rigorous 9-mile trail on Mt. Hastings. Fishing is available in nearby Evans Brook and the Wild River, with brook trout being a popular catch. The famous Appalachian Trail is approximately a half-hour drive away. The surrounding White Mountain National Forest encompasses nearly 800,000 acres of pristine forests, clear mountain streams, and the tallest peaks in the Northeast, including Mount Washington in the nearby Presidential Range. Wildlife is abundant in the area, with frequent sightings of moose, white-tailed deer, and black bear. Almost 200 species of birds inhabit the White Mountains, including the rare Bicknell's Thrush. The region also hosts multiple alpine and Nordic ski areas, providing year-round recreation opportunities beyond the camping season.
Directions
From Gilead, Maine, take Highway 113 south for 3 miles to campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $24 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 35ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (603) 466-2713 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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