White Mountain National Forest — riverside, fishing, hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
Bethel, ME, ME★ 4.4 (74 reviews)From $24/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Hastings Campground is located on Route 113 near the shore of Evans Brook in western Maine. It is situated in a rustic and remote part of White Mountain National Forest, not far from the towns of Gilead Me and Gorham, New Hampshire. Activities include fishing, hiking and mountain biking.
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
Max RV35 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites14 sites
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsCamp Host
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Restrooms
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups or shower facilities✕ You are sensitive to daytime road noise from Highway 113 traffic✕ You require a large campground with many amenities
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground with only 14 sites
Bring your own water and waste management; no hookups available
Pit toilets only; no shower facilities at campground
Access to paved circle via Evans Brook for recreation
Best: Summer
Verified camper reports of summer visits with river access and swimming; year-round operation but popular in warm months
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Moose, snowshoe hare, common raccoon, and eastern chipmunk present in the area. Bird species include spruce grouse, pine grosbeak, and golden-crowned kinglet.
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
603-466-2713· White Mountain National Forest
Getting there →
From Gilead, Maine, take Highway 113 south for 3 miles to campground.
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#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.
Frequently asked questions
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does Hastings Campground cost per night?+
Hastings Campground costs $24 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Hastings Campground open?+
Hastings Campground is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Hastings Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Hastings Campground?+
Hastings Campground can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet.
How do I make reservations at Hastings Campground?+
Hastings Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Hastings Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Hastings Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Hastings Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Hastings Campground is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Official resources
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas
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$24 /night★ 4.4 (74)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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