Russell-colbath Barn
Open — The barn is available for rental and does not accept reservations through Recreation.gov. The historic site operates seasonally with weekend hours.
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
Russell-Colbath Barn is a timber frame barn constructed in 2003 as part of the Russell-Colbath Historic Site in White Mountain National Forest. The site preserves the history of the town of Passaconaway and includes the Russell-Colbath House, built in 1832, which is the only original structure remaining from that historic settlement. The barn serves as a venue for interpretive programs and can be rented for group gatherings. The historic site includes parking, toilet facilities, picnic tables, and interpretive signs. The accessible half-mile Rail N River Trail provides easy access to the Swift River. The site is located on the scenic Kancamagus Highway, offering visitors a chance to explore the natural beauty and cultural heritage of the White Mountains while enjoying nearby hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing opportunities. This facility operates as a rental venue rather than a traditional campground. Visitors can reserve the barn for events and gatherings, with nearby Jigger Johnson Campground providing camping accommodations. The historic site is open seasonally on weekends when staffing allows.
Directions
Located on the Kancamagus Highway (Route 112), 12.5 miles west of Conway, just west of Bear Notch Road and near Jigger Johnson Campground.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $100 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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