Monadnock Hq

Open — Open year-round with reservations available. Winter camping requires packing in gear as roads are not plowed. Peak season with full services runs May through October. Winter check-in is between 1pm-6pm.

About

Monadnock HQ Campground sits within Monadnock State Park at the headquarters area, surrounded by thousands of acres of protected highlands beneath the iconic 3,165-foot Mount Monadnock. Designated a National Natural Landmark in 1987, the park offers year-round recreational opportunities with the campground operating continuously through all seasons. The facility specializes in youth group camping with 10 group standard sites accommodating 10-30 people, plus a group pavilion for day use. The campground features 10 winter-use tent sites available during the colder months when services are limited. Winter campers must pack in their gear as roads are not plowed. Sites range from 23 to 59 feet in length with both back-in and pull-through configurations. The campground provides flush toilets, pit toilets, drinking water, showers, and fire rings during the peak season from May through October. A camp store and comfort station serve campers during operating seasons. The location provides direct access to Mount Monadnock's extensive trail system, offering year-round hiking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. Pets are not permitted anywhere in the park. Reservations can be made up to 11 months in advance through the New Hampshire State Parks system, with sites becoming available at 8am on weekdays and 9am on weekends. Winter check-in is between 1pm-6pm, with limited cell service throughout the park.

Directions

From I-93 take Route 101 west to Peterborough, turn left onto Route 202 west to Jaffrey. Turn right onto Route 124 west and follow signs to Monadnock State Park headquarters.

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