Russell Pond Campground

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White Mountain National Forest

Campground · USDA Forest Service · White Mountain National Forest Fees: - Day Use per vehicle / per day $6.00 - Single Family Site Per site / per night $30.00 - Extra Vehicle (Space Permitting) Per vehicle / per night $6.00 Season: mid-May to mid-October Status: none Reservations: Some sites can now be reserved online through recreation.gov . Any site not listed on recreation.gov is operated on a first-come, first-served policy. Overview Off the beaten path, Russell Pond Campground is nestled into the hillside overlooking Russell Pond, a popular boating and fishing site (due in part to regular fish stocking by the State Fish and Game Department). The 84 campsites accommodate most any camping desires from tent camping to large RVs. The White Mountains boast pristine forests, clear mountain streams and rivers and the tallest peaks in the Northeast. The forest encompasses nearly 800,000 acres in New Hampshire and western Maine, and is one of the most popular in the country. Recreation The White Mountains are a favorite among hikers. Many miles of hiking and mountain biking trails are within a short drive of the campground. Within the facility, nature programs are available on Saturday nights in July and August. Anglers can cast a line for trout in the pond which averages 33' in depth. Power boats are not… Getting there: Located off Exit 31 (Tripoli Rd) off I-93. Head east on Tripoli Road; campground entrance on north side of road. Follow road 2 miles to campground (and a little slice of heaven). Phone: (603) 536-6100 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/273778 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Petrarca / Outdoor Recreation Hospitality, Recreation.gov