Liberty Springs Tent Site
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. Seasonal AMC caretaker present Memorial Day through Columbus Day; self-service payment outside caretaker season. As of May 1, 2026, bear canisters are required for food storage in the adjacent Pemigewasset Wilderness.
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
Liberty Springs Tent Site occupies a stunning location on Mt. Liberty in New Hampshire's White Mountain National Forest, situated directly along the Appalachian Trail at the threshold of the Franconia Ridge. Built and maintained by the Appalachian Mountain Club since the 1970s, this backcountry site pioneered the tent platform model that replaced aging shelters to minimize environmental impact while providing a more dispersed camping experience. The site offers seven single tent pads and three double tent pads capable of accommodating larger groups. Facilities include a composting privy, a dishwashing station, and metal food storage boxes for bear protection. Water is available from an excellent spring but requires filtering or treatment before drinking. There are no fire rings or picnic tables. A seasonal AMC caretaker lives on-site from Memorial Day through Columbus Day, educating campers about backcountry etiquette, maintaining the composting toilet, and performing trail work. Outside this period, the site operates on a self-service basis with cash payment boxes. As of May 1, 2026, all overnight campers must store food and scented items in an IGBC-certified bear canister within the adjacent Pemigewasset Wilderness.
Directions
From the Liberty Spring Trail trailhead at Franconia Notch, hike approximately 2.9 miles on the Liberty Spring Trail (part of the Appalachian Trail) to reach the tent site. The site is located 0.3 miles below the junction with the Franconia Ridge Trail.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| 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 | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Liberty Springs Tentsite | |
| AMC Backcountry Campsites |
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