Province Pond Shelter

Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations or fees. Winter access may require snowshoes or skis depending on conditions.

About

Province Pond Shelter is a backcountry shelter located on the northern edge of Province Pond in the White Mountain National Forest's Saco Ranger District. The three-sided lean-to shelter sleeps 6-8 people and is accessible via a moderate 1.6-mile hike from the trailhead parking area at the end of Peaked Hill Road (FS 450), located 2.6 miles from South Chatham Road. The shelter site includes an open-air toilet with a privacy screen. While the shelter itself accommodates up to 8 people, additional tent camping is permitted in the open woods behind the shelter. No potable water is available on-site, so visitors must treat water from Province Pond or bring their own. The pond holds trout and fishing is permitted with a valid New Hampshire fishing license. As a backcountry site, Province Pond Shelter operates on a first-come, first-served basis year-round with no reservation system. Visitors should be prepared for winter conditions during colder months and follow Leave No Trace principles. Bear boxes are not available, so proper food storage methods such as hanging food or using bear canisters are recommended.

Directions

From South Chatham Road north of the eastern terminus of Hurricane Mountain Road, turn onto Peaked Hill Road (FS 450) and drive 2.6 miles to the parking area at the end of the road. Hike 1.6 miles to the shelter on Province Pond.

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