Barnes Field Campground
Barnes Field Campground is a national forest group campground in New Hampshire. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest group campground
- Location
- New Hampshire
- Coordinates
- 44.33889, -71.21861
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Camping, Hiking, Winter Sports
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 603-466-2713
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Barnes Field Campground
Overview 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. Recreation The campground is a popular spot for groups to camp, picnic and hike. It is a hub for hikes into the Presidential and Carter-Moriah Ranges. The Daniel Webster Scout Trail leaves from the southern end of Dolly Copp Campground into the Great Gulf Wilderness on the northeast side of Mount Washington. Many more miles of trails can be accessed within a short drive. Within the facility, anglers can try their luck for brook trout in the creek and river. Families can learn more through educational programs presented at Dolly Copp on weekends in July and August. The end of the camping season may also offer great opportunities for viewing fall foliage, and winter brings much fun for sn
Cell coverage
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Airgas · 4.4 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 37 designated routes (31 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnes Field | Private campground | under 0.1 mi | $15 | — |
| Dolly Copp | National forest campground | 0.4 mi | — | Electric & Water |
| Dolly Copp Campground | Private campground | 0.6 mi | — | — |
| Osgood Tentsite | Private campground | 2.7 mi | — | — |
| Osgood Tent Site | National forest camping area | 2.8 mi | — | — |
| Valley Way Tent Site | National forest camping area | 3.4 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB), USFS and BLM recreation sites. Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.