Barnes Field Campground
White Mountain National Forest — riverside, hiking
Location: Gorham, NH, NH
Price: From $20 per night
Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (32 reviews)
Season: Year-round
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.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Restrooms, Camp Host
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Located at the base of New England's tallest peak with spectacular mountain views and lush forests, Barnes Field offers a rare year-round camping option in the White Mountains at just $20/night. Winter camping is available first-come, first-served, making it one of the few area campgrounds open during colder months.
Wildlife alert: Bobcat and Fisher present in the area—secure food and trash properly. Also home to American Marten and Spruce Grouse.
Insider tips for Barnes Field Campground: Arrive early as a federal campground—book ahead or plan for first-come, first-served spots, especially in peak season Bring a self-contained RV since there are no hookups available Only 11 total sites means limited capacity—this campground fills quickly
Skip Barnes Field Campground if: You need RV hookups (water, electric, sewer). You prefer developed amenities beyond fire rings, picnic tables, and restrooms.
Best time to visit Barnes Field Campground: Winter — One of few area campgrounds remaining open year-round with first-come, first-served winter camping availability. Summer-Fall — Access to hiking and outdoor recreation with mountain views at base of New England's tallest peak.
Nearby campgrounds: Dolly Copp (Gorham, NH), Dolly Copp Picnic Pavilion (Gorham, NH), Black Mountain Cabin (JACKSON, NH), Basin Campground (Center Conway, NH).
Cell Phone Coverage at Barnes Field Campground
Cell signal at Barnes Field Campground (Gorham, NH): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
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.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryArrive early as a federal campground
book ahead or plan for first-come, first-served spots, especially in peak season
Bring a self-contained RV since there are no hookups available
Only 11 total sites means limited capacity
this campground fills quickly
One of few area campgrounds remaining open year-round with first-come, first-served winter camping availability
Access to hiking and outdoor recreation with mountain views at base of New England's tallest peak
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Gorham, New Hampshire: Take Highway 16 south for approximately 5 miles to Dolly Copp Road. Turn right and travel approximately 1 mile to the campground. Follow signs. From North Conway, New Hampshire: Take Highway 302 to Glen. Turn right onto State Route 16 north and follow for about 22 miles. Turn left onto Dolly Copp Road and travel approximately 1 mile to the campground. Follow signs.
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — White Mountain National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at White Mountain National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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