Moose Mountain Shelter
Open year-round for backcountry camping. No fee or reservation required. Water source is marginally reliable; bring backup water and treat all water before use.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 3 at 2:32PM EDT until July 3 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Gray ME
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105. * WHERE...Portions of southwest and western Maine and central, northern, and southern New Hampshire. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Overnight low temperatures tonight will only fall into the upper 60s to low 70s, resulting in accumulated heat stress.
About
Moose Mountain Shelter sits atop Moose Mountain along the Appalachian Trail, accessible via a loop trail from the main Moose Mountain Trail. This traditional Adirondack-style three-sided shelter was constructed entirely by hand by the Dartmouth Outing Club, with no power tools used in its building. It replaced an earlier shelter that was located on the old Clark Pond Loop Trail. The shelter accommodates up to 8 people and serves thru-hikers, section hikers, and overnight backpackers traveling the AT through this stretch of New Hampshire. A privy is available on a separate side path, and two tent platforms provide overflow camping options for when the shelter is full. Water is available nearby but is described as marginally reliable and must be treated before drinking. This shelter falls within the Pemigewasset Ranger District of the White Mountain National Forest and is located near Hanover, NH, one of the few towns where the Appalachian Trail runs directly down Main Street.
Directions
Access via the Moose Mountain Trail (Appalachian Trail) from its junction with Goose Pond Road or Three Mile Road near Hanover, NH. The shelter is located on a loop trail off the main Moose Mountain Trail atop the ridge.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| 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 | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| USFS Moose Mountain Shelter |
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