Trapper John Shelter
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations accepted.
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
Built and maintained by the Dartmouth Outing Club, Trapper John Shelter is a classic Appalachian Trail backcountry shelter located in the White Mountain National Forest near Lyme, New Hampshire. The 3-walled shelter is accessible via a 1.1-mile hike from Dorchester Road, following the Holts Ledge Trail (part of the Appalachian Trail) and a short spur trail. The shelter can accommodate 8 people on the floor and offers basic amenities including a composting privy and a fire ring. Water is available from a nearby stream, though all water should be treated before use. The site is free and operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations. Named after the M*A*S*H character who allegedly graduated from Dartmouth, this shelter provides a rustic backcountry experience for hikers traversing the Appalachian Trail or exploring the Holts Ledge area. The shelter is located between Smarts Mountain and Moose Mountain in a scenic forested setting. Hikers should be prepared for primitive conditions and practice Leave No Trace principles.
Directions
From Dorchester Road near the Dartmouth Skiway, hike 1.1 miles via Holts Ledge Trail (Appalachian Trail) and a short spur trail to reach the shelter.
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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 | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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