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

Sugarloaf 2 Campground

SUGARLOAF 2Photo · USFS
Not publishedStatus
ReservableAccess
33Sites
30 ftMax rig

The place

Sugarloaf 2 is a scenic, remote campground in the northwoods of New Hampshire. Located near the western base of Mount Washington and 3 miles east of the small town 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. Keep reading

Trails begin around the facility itself, as well as in the surrounding area. The 6,288-ft. 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 large loop, and some sit atop a ridge. Some also have a view of the nearby mountains. 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 near the banks of 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 · 33

LoopSiteTypeMax rigElectricADA
MANAGEMENT005management
MANAGEMENT006management
MANAGEMENT009management
MANAGEMENT017management
MANAGEMENT021management
MANAGEMENT024management
MANAGEMENT027management
MANAGEMENT028management
MANAGEMENT029management
MANAGEMENT030management
MANAGEMENT031management
MANAGEMENT032management
MANAGEMENT033management
SUGARLOAF 2001standard nonelectric25 ftyes
SUGARLOAF 2002standard nonelectric25 ftyes
SUGARLOAF 2003standard nonelectric25 ftyes
SUGARLOAF 2004standard nonelectric25 ftyes
SUGARLOAF 2007tent only nonelectric
SUGARLOAF 2008tent only nonelectricyes
SUGARLOAF 2010tent only nonelectric
SUGARLOAF 2011tent only nonelectric
SUGARLOAF 2012tent only nonelectricyes
SUGARLOAF 2013standard nonelectric30 ftyes
SUGARLOAF 2014standard nonelectric30 ftyes
SUGARLOAF 2015standard nonelectric30 ftyes
SUGARLOAF 2016standard nonelectric30 ftyes
SUGARLOAF 2018standard nonelectric30 ftyes
SUGARLOAF 2019standard nonelectric30 ftyes
SUGARLOAF 2020standard nonelectric30 ftyes
SUGARLOAF 2022standard nonelectric30 ftyes
SUGARLOAF 2023standard nonelectric20 ftyes
SUGARLOAF 2025standard nonelectric25 ftyes
SUGARLOAF 2026tent 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.

Book on recreation.gov

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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