Thistle Hill Shelter
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No fees or reservations. Stay limited to two consecutive nights.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 2 at 1:36PM EDT until July 3 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105. * WHERE...The Champlain Valley of New York and Vermont, as well as eastern Windsor County in Vermont. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The highest heat index values will occur between 1 PM and 5 PM daily through Friday.
About
Thistle Hill Shelter is a classic three-sided Appalachian Trail shelter located in the Green Mountain National Forest in Vermont's Windsor County. The shelter sits along the AT between West Hartford and the New Hampshire border, providing a convenient overnight stop for thru-hikers and section hikers alike. The shelter features wooden bunks that can accommodate 6-10 people, a fire ring, and bench seating. A privy is located nearby, and water is available from a nearby source but must be filtered or treated before drinking. Like all AT shelters in this region, Thistle Hill operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no fees charged. Use of the shelter is limited to two consecutive nights. The shelter is maintained cooperatively by the Green Mountain Club and the USDA Forest Service. Hikers should come prepared for backcountry conditions and practice Leave No Trace principles.
Directions
Thistle Hill Shelter is located along the Appalachian Trail in Vermont, near White River Junction. Access is via a hike-in trail; specific directions depend on your starting point along the AT.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| 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 (802) 747-6700 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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