U.S. Forest Service · White Mountain National Forest · NH

Sugarloaf 1 Campground

Sugarloaf 2Photo · Sugarloaf
Not publishedStatus
ReservableAccess
29Sites
35 ftMax rig

The place

Sugarloaf 1 is a quiet, remote getaway in the northwoods of New Hampshire. Located near the western base of Mount Washington and 3 miles east of the small town of Twin Mountain, the campground is minutes away from hiking, mountain biking, scenic driving, fishing and sightseeing opportunities. The White Mountains boast pristine forests, clear mountain streams and rivers and the tallest peaks in the Northeast. The forest encompasses nearly 800,000 acres in New Hampshire and western Maine, and is one of the most popular in the country. Recreation Hiking is one of the biggest draws to the campground. The 6,288-ft. Keep reading

Mount Washington, New England's highest peak, is just minutes away. Access to the wild Ammonoosuc River is easy for campers wishing to fish for brook trout or wade in its cool waters during warmer summer months. The campground is in close proximity to Bretton Woods ski resort and the upscale Mount Washington Hotel. Learn more about recreation in the national forest. Facilities The campground is in a rustic setting. Campsites are well spaced around a single loop. Accessible restrooms and a hand pump for water are provided. There is no dump station, and the nearest showers are 10 miles away. Natural Features The facility sits along the banks of the Zealand River and not far from the cold, cascading Ammonoosuc River. Thick hardwood and pine forests fill the landscape. White Mountain 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 within its boundaries. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (802) 289-0970. Nearby Attractions The small town of Twin Mountain has a general store, gas station and restaurants. Numerous hiking trails, mountain biking trails and rock climbing routes are within a short drive of the campground, including the well-known Appalachian Trail. The Cog Railway provides a once-in-a-lifetime experience for visitors to ascend the western side of Mount Washington by train.

The sites · 29

LoopSiteTypeMax rigElectricADA
MANAGEMENT SITES1001management
MANAGEMENT SITES1007management
MANAGEMENT SITES1008management
MANAGEMENT SITES1009management
MANAGEMENT SITES1012management
MANAGEMENT SITES1013management
MANAGEMENT SITES1014management
MANAGEMENT SITES1017management
MANAGEMENT SITES1018management
MANAGEMENT SITES1027management
MANAGEMENT SITES1028management
MANAGEMENT SITES1029management
SUGA002tent only nonelectric
SUGA003tent only nonelectric
SUGA004tent only nonelectric
SUGA005standard nonelectric35 ftyes
SUGA006tent only nonelectric
SUGA010tent only nonelectric
SUGA011standard nonelectric35 ftyes
SUGA015tent only nonelectric20 ft
SUGA016standard nonelectric35 ftyes
SUGA019tent only nonelectric
SUGA020tent only nonelectric
SUGA021tent only nonelectric
SUGA022tent only nonelectric
SUGA023tent only nonelectric
SUGA024standard nonelectric20 ft
SUGA025tent only nonelectric
SUGA026tent only nonelectric

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.

SRC · Operator link · 2026-08-24

Your representative

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

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