Mountain Pond Shelter
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations or permits required. This is a primitive backcountry shelter with no amenities; bring your own water and pack out all trash. Campfires are prohibited within 1/4 mile of the shelter.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 3 at 12:12AM EDT until July 3 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Gray ME
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110. * 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 will only fall into the 70s, resulting in accumulated heat stress.
About
Mountain Pond Shelter is a rustic backcountry lean-to located at scenic Mountain Pond in the White Mountain National Forest. The shelter accommodates 4-6 people and provides basic overnight protection for hikers exploring this area of the Saco Ranger District. Access requires a one-mile hike from Slippery Brook Road. The shelter sits near Mountain Pond, which features a loop trail circumnavigating the entire pond. Loons are frequently observed on the water during summer months, making this a peaceful destination for nature enthusiasts. This is a primitive backcountry facility with no amenities; campers must bring all their own water and pack out all trash. Per White Mountain National Forest regulations, camping and campfires are prohibited within 1/4 mile of backcountry shelters. The shelter is available first-come, first-served with no reservations or permits required.
Directions
Access is via a one-mile hike from Slippery Brook Road. The shelter is located in the Saco Ranger District of White Mountain National Forest.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | No |
| 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 | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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