USDA Forest Service · New Hampshire

Wildwood

USDA Forest Service · New Hampshire, United States

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Sites
26
Hookups
26 with water, 22 no hookups
Season
May 22 to October 11
Drinking water
Yes
Restrooms
Yes
Pets
Yes
Elevation
1,362 ft
Dark sky
Bortle class 1
Cell coverage
AT&T weak · T-Mobile none · Verizon none (carriers' 4G LTE filings to the FCC, 2025-12; not measured here)
Access road
WILDWOOD CAMPGROUND (NFSR 130A) · paved · moderate degree of user comfort
Lake
White Mountain National Forest
Nearest town
Easton
Phone
WMNF (603) 536-6100

26 numbered sites are mapped one by one - open the site map to pick yours.

About

Overview

There are 26 non-reservable wooded sites with gravel pads, fire rings, and picnic tables. A self-service pay system collects the fees on a first come, first serve basis.

TIPS:

* Allow no more than 8 people and 2 vehicles per site and keep all equipment (including tents, tables and motor vehicles) on the graveled area. This will minimize compaction, allow low vegetation to grow, and enhance privacy between sites.

* Build all fires in the ring provided. “Only YOU can prevent forest fires,” says Smoky Bear. This will eliminate unsightly charcoal spots that soil camping equipment and clothing.

* Observe quiet hours between 10 PM and 7 AM. Turn off audio devices during these times and play them at a reasonable volume at all other times. See the bulletin board for the rules about operating generators.

* Gather only dead and down firewood.

Recreation

The picnic area is directly across from the campground, with it’s own water, waste containers, and restroom facilities. The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) built the picnic pavilion. A riverside setting offers one of the most beautiful views of Mt. Moosilauke.

Facilities

Vault toilets are handicap accessible and equipped with cold water faucets. Refuse dumpster’s are provided; campers are encouraged to pack out their recyclables. There are no hookups, dump stations, showers or group camping sites available.

Natural Features

Moose are commonly seen along the banks of the Wild Ammonoosuc River. This river was the scene of major log drives in the 1900’s.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (802) 289-0970.

Nearby Attractions

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:

1. East Branch Pemigewasset River

2. Upper Lady’s Bath

3. Kancamagus Highway

4. Otter Rocks

5. Greely Ponds Scenic Area

6. Franconia Falls

7. Black Pond

8. The Flume

9. Indian Head

10. The Basin

11. Franconia Notch

12. Cannon Mountain Tram

13. Lost River Road

14. Kinsman Notch

Weather, month by month

MonthTypical highTypical lowColdest nightHottest dayYears with a night below 32°F
January26°8°-19°41°11 of 11
February28°11°-23°50°11 of 11
March38°23°-4°57°11 of 11
April52°33°17°75°10 of 11
May65°45°29°84°3 of 11
June70°52°42°86°0 of 11
July79°62°52°92°0 of 11
August75°59°48°88°0 of 11
September70°53°41°86°0 of 11
October55°40°28°73°4 of 10
November38°27°3°63°10 of 10
December31°16°-11°50°10 of 10

Mid-month figures from 2016–2026 of daily weather at this spot (ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, CC BY 4.0), in °F. Typical is the median; coldest and hottest are the extremes seen.

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