Hermit Lake Complex
Open year-round with a caretaker on duty mornings and evenings. Permits are first-come, first-served and must be purchased at AMC's Pinkham Notch Visitor Center. Maximum stay is 7 consecutive nights.
Special Weather Statement issued May 23 at 12:09PM EDT by NWS Gray ME
* The warm air temperatures this weekend in the mid 60s may cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water temperatures which are currently only in the mid 50s across Sebago Lake and Lake Winnipesaukee, and in the mid 50s in the regions smaller lakes and rivers. * The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to anyone immersed in the water. When the water temperature is below 60 degrees, the average submerged person could loose dexterity within minutes and be unable to accomplish simple tasks. Anyone on small boats, canoes, or kayaks should plan accordingly if recreating this weekend and use extreme caution to avoid this threat. Paddle smart from the start and always wear your life jacket! * Generally light and variable winds shift to southerly today. Winds will be breezy this afternoon with some gusts up to 25 mph. If boating on large bodies of water, these strong winds can increase the likelihood of overturning your boat, canoe, or kayak due to increased wave heights.
About
Hermit Lake Complex sits at approximately 3,800 feet elevation at the base of Tuckerman Ravine, one of the most iconic alpine destinations in the eastern United States. The complex provides year-round access to mountaineering opportunities on Mt. Washington, including the legendary spring backcountry skiing that draws skiers from across the country when the ravine's steep headwall holds snow into May and June. The complex consists of 5 three-sided Adirondack-style shelters, 3 enclosed four-sided shelters, and 3 tent platforms, accommodating up to 86 campers total. Facilities include flush toilets in summer (outhouses the rest of the year) and a hand pump for water located about 500 feet up the Tuckerman Ravine Trail. In winter, campers must filter or treat water from Cutler River. Emergency supplies and the 10 Essentials are available for purchase at the caretaker cabin when staffed. Camping permits must be purchased in person at the AMC Pinkham Notch Visitor Center on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations are not accepted for individual campers, though youth and organized groups may reserve by calling ahead. Maximum stay is 7 consecutive nights. The shelters are accessed via a moderately strenuous 2.4-mile hike up the Tuckerman Ravine Trail from the Pinkham Notch parking area.
Directions
From Gorham, NH, travel south 10.6 miles on Highway 16 to Pinkham Notch Visitor Center on the right. Park at the AMC Pinkham Notch facility. The shelters are located 2.4 miles up the Tuckerman Ravine Trail, about half a mile below Tuckerman Ravine.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 |
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
| USFS Hermit Lake Shelters | |
| AMC Hermit Lake Shelters |
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