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Hastings Campground

Hastings Campground, near White Mountain National Forest, is a cozy spot that offers a peaceful escape for campers looking to enjoy the great outdoors. With spacious sites that are well-maintained, it’s an ideal place for both tent and RV camping, allowing you to unwind in a serene environment.

The campground features pit toilets and a water pump, ensuring you have the basics covered while you soak in the natural beauty around you. Visitors have noted the campground's cleanliness and the friendly hosts who keep everything in tip-top shape. One camper mentioned, “The grounds were pristine and well maintained,” which really captures the vibe here.

For those who love hiking, Hastings is conveniently located near some fantastic trails in the White Mountains, making it a great base for outdoor adventures. While the campground can get busy during peak season, many have found it surprisingly quiet, even when fully booked. As one reviewer put it, “It is incredibly peaceful while we were there,” which is a big plus for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle.

Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or a longer stay, Hastings Campground offers a charming and well-kept environment to enjoy nature and create lasting memories.

Description

National Forest

White Mountain National Forest

Overview

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. 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

Within a short drive, campers can access numerous hiking trails of various levels, including a short, 2-mile trail that is great for families, as well as a more rigorous 9-mile trail on Mt. Hastings. Fishing is available in nearby streams and rivers, and the famous Appalachian Trail is about a half-hour drive from the campground. The area also hosts four alpine and five Nordic ski areas, which provide year-round recreation opportunities such as skiing, hiking, mountain biking, outdoor concerts, interpretive trails, special events and regional and national skiing and snowboarding races. Learn more about recreation in the national forest.

Natural Features

The campground sits in a mixed hardwood forest at the base of Mt. Hastings and a short distance from Evans Brook and the Wild River. The 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.

Nearby Attractions

Campers enjoy a scenic day trip to the Presidential Range, which consists of the tallest mountains in the forest, including the 6,288-foot Mount Washington, the highest peak north of the Smoky Mountains and east of the Mississippi River.

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Location

Hastings Campground is located in Maine

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Directions

From Gilead, Maine, take Highway 113 south for 3 miles to campground.

Address

WHITE MOUNTAIN
ME

Coordinates

44.3519444 N
70.9841667 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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  • T-Mobile
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

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  • Reservable
  • Toilets
  • Pets

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Reviewed Jun. 11, 2024

Great location, quiet

A small campground located at the northern end of Evan’s Notch, close to some great hiking trails. Pit toilets. Very quiet.

Month of VisitOctober
Reviewed Jul. 1, 2023

Fantastic experience!

We stayed two nights at Hastings Campground in our Class C RV and cannot wait to go back! The camp sites were all large, wide and flat. The grounds were pristine and well maintained. We were quite surprised how quiet it seemed even though all the sites were booked. Definitely pack the bug spray for the mosquitos and horse flies but didn’t deter us from enjoying sitting around the campfire or at the picnic table. Will be going back there soon!

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Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Hastings Campground by Amy R., July 1, 2023
  • Review photo of Hastings Campground by Amy R., July 1, 2023
  • Review photo of Hastings Campground by Amy R., July 1, 2023
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Reviewed Jul. 25, 2020

Nice

This is a pretty nice, though fairly developed campground in the White Mountains. I stopped in for one night after doing some hiking in the area, and it wasn’t bad at all. A little busy, and definitely more family oriented, but I think it’s a nice spot especially if you have an RV, family, or just want a more developed site in general.

  • Review photo of Hastings Campground by David S., July 25, 2020
  • Review photo of Hastings Campground by David S., July 25, 2020
Reviewed Jun. 5, 2020

Wonderful Fall Location

This quiet spot is perfect for late season camping in the fall in New England. It is relatively small but there is a host on site who was incredibly friendly and attentive. Situated just off the Wild River and off of major roads, Hastings was incredibly peaceful while we were there. The sites are nicely spaced out and most have small wooded sections in between them for privacy. Additionally, sites are meticulously kept as are the two pit toilets available. 

There is a water spogit a short walk from most campsites. Each site has a fire ring with grate, clear flat spots for pitching a tent or backing in an RV. Since I'm not an RV camper, I didn't pay much attention to those ameneties. Sites have a nice picnic table as well. There is plenty of space at each site to pitch a tent or two as well as a canapoy of some sort if you want. 

While this place can get busy in the summer season, it's perfect for those in between seasons and super close to some great hiking in the White Mountains!

Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Hastings Campground by Sarah C., June 5, 2020
  • Review photo of Hastings Campground by Sarah C., June 5, 2020
  • Review photo of Hastings Campground by Sarah C., June 5, 2020
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Reviewed Sep. 26, 2017

Nice Fall Camping

This U.S. Forest Service campground is small but meticulously maintained. It is clear that the USFS and campground hosts care about this space. Our campsite was freshly raked in and around the picnic table and fire ring. The entire campground and facilities are pristine. I especially appreciated the clear but non-passive aggressive signs throughout the campground.

Most sites are nicely shaded with nice tall hardwoods, though some times have more sun than shade. Our site had an exceptionally long picnic table which was nice. There are two vault toilet buildings and a large old fashioned water pump to get fresh water. This campground is bare bones but still close enough (about a 25 minute drive) to the nearest town in case you need access to supplies.

There is one small loop with 24 campsites, some of which are reservable online. Sites are $18/night and there is a self pay station as you enter the campground. This campground is located right off route 113 so can be a little bit loud especially during foliage on their motorcycles. So if you want more peace and quite check out the Wild River campground (it's 5.5 miles down a USFS dirt road).

The campground was virtually empty but I imagine it might get busy in the summer!

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Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Hastings Campground by Sarah C., September 26, 2017
  • Review photo of Hastings Campground by Sarah C., September 26, 2017
  • Review photo of Hastings Campground by Sarah C., September 26, 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Hastings Campground?

    Hastings Campground allows vehicles up to 35 feet.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Hastings Campground?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Hastings Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Hastings Campground, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Hastings Campground?

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