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Garfield Ridge Shelter

Paid or permit campsite

Dispersed camping area · USDA Forest Service · White Mountain National Forest Fees: Fee is $15 per person per night and is collected year-round. Utilize self-service cash boxes when caretaker is not present. Status: none Reservations: For small groups (5 people or less), reservations are not accepted; first-come, first-served basis only. For groups of 6 or more, at all facilities except Hermit Lake, AMC's Group Notification System… ​The Garfield Ridge Shelter is located at approximately 3,900 ft. on the eastern shoulder of Mt. Garfield just off the Garfield Ridge Trail (Appalachain Trail). The shelter is a 12-person 'Adirondack' style shelter.The site also has 7 4-person tent platforms, a composting privy, bearbox and dishwashing area. A fine spring is nearby. This site is staffed by a caretaker during the summer months. Official page: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/whitemountain/recarea/?recid=74635 Source: USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go.

Official information from the managing agency. Fees, seasons and closures change; check before you go.

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