Rocky Branch Shelter #1
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations or fees required. Note that the Rocky Branch Trail is currently closed beyond Rocky Branch Shelter #2.
Wind Advisory issued December 30 at 12:33AM EST until December 30 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Gray ME
* WHAT...West winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of southwest, west central, and western Maine and central, northern, and southern New Hampshire. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Expect the power outage threat to continue through the rest of tonight into Tuesday morning in areas that have significant ice remaining on trees. Power outage threat will remain elevated in these areas as cold air and the gusty winds cause ice loaded branches to snap.
About
Rocky Branch Shelter #1 is a backcountry Adirondack-style shelter situated along the Rocky Branch River in White Mountain National Forest, just outside the Presidential-Dry River Wilderness boundary. The shelter accommodates 6-8 people and features 3 additional tent platforms for overflow camping. A fire ring and vault toilet are provided on site. The shelter is accessed via the Rocky Branch Trail, with the quickest approach being from the south trailhead at the terminus of Jericho Road, approximately 2 miles from the parking area. The Rocky Branch Trail fully reopened in September 2015 after extensive repairs following damage from Tropical Storm Irene in 2011. This is a primitive backcountry site with no potable water, electricity, or developed facilities. Water must be filtered or treated from Rocky Branch River. The shelter operates on a first-come, first-served basis year-round with no reservation system or fees.
Directions
The south end of the Rocky Branch Trail starts at the terminus of Jericho Road, one mile west of the junction of Routes 302 and 16 in Glen. Rocky Branch Shelter #1 is 2 miles from this trailhead.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Rocky Branch Shelter #1 | |
| View on Recreation.gov |
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