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.
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
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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