Recreation area

Wamsutta Trailhead

White Mountain National Forest · New Hampshire — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Provides access into Great Gulf Wilderness area.

Getting there

Trailhead is accessed seasonally from the Mt. Washington Auto Rd just above the 6 mile mark across from the Alpine Garden Trailhead (the road is only open to vehicle traffic when it is snow-free).

Activities

  • HIKING

Nearby federal campgrounds

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.