Within the White Mountain Purchase Unit, Mead Explorer Base Camp operates as a US Forest Service campground near a river setting. The established campground sits in Center Sandwich, providing access to the national forest's trail networks and water features. Campers can explore the surrounding White Mountain region, which includes both developed and backcountry recreation opportunities. The riverside location offers direct access to water activities, though specific amenities and site details require verification upon arrival. For additional camping options in the area, visitors can check campgrounds around Center Sandwich.
Description
Mead, with its year-round parking, serves as a launch pad for several trailheads including the Wentworth Trail up Mt. Israel, the Bear Camp River Trail, and the hike to Cow Cave and Beede Falls. Many birding, tracking, nature and historic walks begin at Mead.
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Location
Public CampgroundMead Explorer Base Camp is located in New Hampshire
Directions
<p>Accessed via Diamond Ledge Road which leaves from the town center of Sandwich, NH.</p>
Coordinates
43.82860212 N
71.48330975 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 1 hr 7 min from Manchester, NH
- 1 hr 44 min from Lewiston, ME
- 1 hr 52 min from Portland, ME
- 2 hrs 28 min from Burlington, VT
