Smarts Mountain Campsite
Open — Open year-round, first-come, first-served. No reservations required.
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
Smarts Mountain Campsite sits atop the 3,240-foot summit of Smarts Mountain along the Appalachian Trail in White Mountain National Forest. The site features a rustic cabin that was originally built by the NH Forest Service as a fire warden's cabin and is now maintained by the Dartmouth Outing Club. The cabin accommodates eight people and provides basic shelter in this exposed summit location. For those preferring tent camping, three primitive tent sites are available just south of the cabin on the Lambert Ridge Trail. Water access is via the blue-blazed Daniel Doan Trail at the Mike Murphy spring, though this source is marginally reliable and all water must be treated before use. A privy is available on site. The highlight of this location is the refurbished fire tower that offers spectacular 260-degree views encompassing the White Mountains, Vermont's Green Mountains, and the Connecticut River Valley. As a primitive backcountry site along the Appalachian Trail, this campsite operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations or fees required. The remote summit location and limited water availability make this site best suited for experienced backcountry campers prepared for variable mountain weather conditions.
Directions
Access the campsite via the Lambert Ridge Trail (Appalachian Trail) from the trailhead on Dorchester Road in Lyme, NH. The trail ascends approximately 3.3 miles to the summit of Smarts Mountain.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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