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Moose Mountain Backcountry Shelter on the AT — Appalachian National Scenic Trail

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Moose Mountain Backcountry Shelter on the Appalachian National Scenic Trail is located near the rugged terrain of New Hampshire. Temperatures in this area can range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Appalachian Trail itself, offering extensive hiking opportunities and scenic views.

Description

USDA Forest Service

This 'Adirondack' style shelter sits atop the ridge of Moose Mountain off a loop trail from the Moose Mountain Trail (Appalachain Trail). This shelter was built by the Dartmouth Outing Club entirely by hand -using no power tools. It replaced the previous existing shelter located on the old Clark Pond Loop Trail. The shelter accomodates 8. A privy and 2 tent platforms are on separate side paths off the loop trail. Marginal water is nearby.

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Moose Mountain Backcountry Shelter on the AT — Appalachian National Scenic Trail is located in New Hampshire

Coordinates

43.727295 N
72.149303 W

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Drive Time

1 hr 18 min from Manchester
1 hr 38 min from Burlington
1 hr 54 min from Amherst Center
2 hrs 19 min from Glens Falls

Justin P.

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Reviewed Sep. 13, 2022

Standard AT back country site

Note: This is a back country shelter site that is hike-in only on the Appalachian Trail. There can be seasonal water sources but water is not guaranteed.

I had a great night here tent camping while doing a week-long section hike of the AT.

The shelter is a standard three-sided shelter. There were a host of large, flat tent sites around the shelter, and I tented in one of these.

The shelter did stand out with a bench overlooking a clearing in the brush with a view (see photos) which was a great place to enjoy my freeze dried dinner.

The privvy was also new and very spacious.

All-in this was a great place to stop along the Appalachian Trail but I wouldn't consider it worthy of a destination hike.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Moose Mountain Backcountry Shelter on the AT — Appalachian National Scenic Trail have wifi?
No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Moose Mountain Backcountry Shelter on the AT — Appalachian National Scenic Trail does not have wifi.