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Barnes Field Campground

Barnes Field CampgroundPhoto: Recreation.gov (RIDB) / public domain
11
sites
May–Oct
best months

Caution today

Agency alerts are in effect for this area; weather is marginal · USFS, OpenWeather · checked 22 min ago

Is Barnes Field Campground open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in White Mountain National Forest. It doesn't name Barnes Field Campground, so check the source for the area it covers (2 listed).

As of · Source: USFS · White Mountain National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

  • 11 sites for group and tent and RV campingReservable on Recreation.gov
  • At 1,239 ft
  • Androscoggin Ranger DistrictWhite Mountain National Forest

Located 6 miles south of Gorham, New Hampshire, at the base of New England's tallest peak, the historic Barnes Field Campground provides a scenic and private space for organizations, families and others to gather. The campground is one of a few in the area that remains open in winter, providing first-come, first-served winter camping for individuals or groups. It is adjacent to Dolly Copp Campground. Lush forests, spectacular mountain views and convenience to outdoor recreation and scenic driving draw visitors to Barnes Field, which also provides access to some of the most popular hikes in the White Mountains. The surrounding White Mountain National Forest encompasses nearly 800,000 acres in New Hampshire and western Maine, and is one of the most popular forests in the country.

Around this trail

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  • Sleep close

    Barnes Field Campground

    Campground

    The next 7 weekends are full on Recreation.gov
  • Eat after

    The Glen House

    Restaurant

    On your way back · 3 mi
  • If it rains

    Museum of White Mountain Art / Jackson Historical Society

    Museum

    On your way back · 13 mi

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  • Best time to go · May–Oct

    Best time to visit Barnes Field Campground

    Best months: May–October. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      27° / 6°

    2. Feb

      30° / 7°

    3. Mar

      39° / 16°

    4. Apr

      52° / 29°

    5. May

      67° / 41°

    6. Jun

      74° / 50°

    7. Jul

      79° / 55°

    8. Aug

      78° / 52°

    9. Sep

      70° / 44°

    10. Oct

      57° / 34°

    11. Nov

      44° / 25°

    12. Dec

      33° / 14°

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Gorham Ap, NH, 3.9 mi away at 800 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

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Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB)

Barnes Field Campground

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