Dolly Copp

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ReservableAccess

175Sites

45 ftMax rig

The place

Located 6 miles south of Gorham, New Hampshire at the base of New England's tallest peak, the historic Dolly Copp Campground is a large facility that accommodates a range of campers and provides access to some of the most popular hikes in the White Mountains. Lush forests, spectacular mountain views and convenience to outdoor recreation and scenic driving draw visitors from all over to Dolly Copp. 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. Keep reading

Recreation The campground is a hub for hikes into the Presidential and Carter-Moriah Ranges. The Daniel Webster Scout Trail leads from the 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 on weekends in July and August. The end of the camping season may also bring great opportunities for viewing fall foliage. Learn more about recreation in the national forest. Facilities Dolly Copp is the largest campground within White Mountain National Forest. Sites are spacious and organized into several loops. Some sites have 30amp / 50 amp hookups. Coin operated showers, flush toilets, water spigots are located throughout the campground. Natural Features Dolly Copp is situated in a mixed hardwood, spruce and pine forest at the base of 6,288-ft. Mount Washington, the highest peak north of the Smoky Mountains and east of the Mississippi River. The Peabody River and Culhane Brook pass through the facility. The national forest is home to many species of northern wildlife, including moose, white-tailed deer and black bear. Almost 200 species of birds, including the rare Bicknell's Thrush, live in the White Mountains. Summer temperatures are often very pleasant; however mountain weather can change drastically, putting visitors at risk for exposure to cold, rain and snow even during summer. Campers should come prepared. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (802) 289-0970. Nearby Attractions Numerous hiking trails, mountain biking trails and rock climbing routes are within a short drive of the campground. The nearby towns of North Conway, Jackson and Gorham provide shops, restaurants, supplies and other conveniences. In clear weather, confident campers can try the drive up the steep Mount Washington Auto Road to catch a view from the Northeast's highest peak. Guided tours are also available. The Cog Railway ascends the other side of the mountain, and is about an hour drive from Dolly Copp.

SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

The sites · 175

Loop	Site	Type	Max rig	Electric	ADA
BIGM	001	standard nonelectric	35 ft	—
BIGM	002	management	30 ft	30	yes
BIGM	003 HOST	management	45 ft	—
BIGM	004	standard electric	30 ft	30	yes
BIGM	005	standard electric	20 ft	50	yes
BIGM	006	standard electric	30 ft	50	yes
BIGM	007	standard electric	35 ft	30	yes
BIGM	008	standard nonelectric	30 ft	—	yes
BIGM	009	standard nonelectric	35 ft	—	yes
BIGM	010	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—	yes
BIGM	011	standard electric	20 ft	50	yes
BIGM	012	standard electric	30 ft	30	yes
BIGM	013	standard electric	45 ft	30	yes
BIGM	014	standard nonelectric	30 ft	—	yes
BIGM	015	standard electric	25 ft	50	yes
BIGM	016	standard nonelectric	25 ft	—	yes
BIGM	017	standard electric	25 ft	50	yes
BIGM	018	standard nonelectric	25 ft	—	yes
BIGM	019	standard electric	35 ft	30	yes
BIGM	020 HOST	management	45 ft	—
BIGM	021	standard electric	20 ft	30	yes
BIGM	022	standard electric	30 ft	30	yes
BIGM	023	standard electric	25 ft	30	yes
BIGM	024	standard nonelectric	20 ft	—	yes
BIGM	025	standard electric	25 ft	30	yes
BIGM	026	standard electric	30 ft	30	yes
BIGM	027	standard electric	25 ft	30	yes
BIGM	028	standard nonelectric	30 ft	N/A	yes
BIGM	029	standard electric	15 ft	30	yes
BIGM	030	standard electric	20 ft	30	yes
BIGM	031	standard nonelectric	30 ft	N/A	yes
BIGM	032	standard nonelectric	30 ft	N/A	yes
BIGM	033	standard electric	30 ft	30	yes
BIGM	034	standard electric	30 ft	30	yes
BIGM	035	standard electric	20 ft	30	yes
BIGM	036	standard nonelectric	15 ft	—	yes
BIGM	037	standard electric	25 ft	50	yes
BIGM	038	standard electric	15 ft	30	yes
BIGM	039	standard nonelectric	25 ft	—	yes
BIGM	040	standard electric	30 ft	30	yes
BIGM	041	standard electric	30 ft	30	yes
BIGM	042	standard electric	30 ft	30	yes
BIGM	043	standard electric	30 ft	30	yes
BIGM	044	standard electric	25 ft	30	yes
BIGM	045	tent only nonelectric	15 ft	—	yes
BIGM	046	standard nonelectric	30 ft	N/A	yes
BIGM	047	standard nonelectric	20 ft	N/A	yes
BIGM	048	standard nonelectric	25 ft	N/A	yes
BIGM	049	standard nonelectric	20 ft	—	yes
BIGM	050	standard nonelectric	15 ft	—	yes
BIRC	162	tent only nonelectric	—	—
BIRC	163	standard nonelectric	20 ft	—
BIRC	164	tent only nonelectric	—	—
BIRC	165	tent only nonelectric	20 ft	—
BIRC	166	standard nonelectric	20 ft	—
BIRC	167	standard nonelectric	20 ft	—	yes
BIRC	168	standard nonelectric	20 ft	—	yes
BROO	075	tent only nonelectric	—	—
BROO	076	tent only nonelectric	—	—
BROO	077	standard nonelectric	—	—

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Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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Who runs it

Operated by Vista Recreation, a private concessionaire, under permit from the agency.

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Your representative

This campground sits in NH-02. This member’s public-lands record →

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