Dispersed camping sites near Glen, New Hampshire provide rustic accommodations throughout White Mountain National Forest. Most sites sit at elevations between 1,000-2,000 feet with variable terrain ranging from riverside locations to wooded clearings. Summer temperatures typically range from 45-80°F with frequent afternoon thunderstorms, while spring and fall camping requires preparation for overnight temperatures that can drop below freezing.
What to do
Fishing access points: Town Hall Road Dispersed sites offer proximity to trout fishing opportunities. "There are trout in the river and if you cross and go through the woods to the right there's some great spots to explore further," notes one camper at Town Hall Road Dispersed.
Mountain biking connections: Several primitive sites provide direct access to mountain biking networks. At Elbow Pond Road Dispersed, one visitor reports, "They have a couple different spots where you can park and walk up to your site or they have sites you can pull right up next to them. Some of the camping spots have fire pits but not all."
Photography at sunrise: Wake early for optimal light conditions at Guyot Shelter. "Some are very isolated and some with great views," reports one camper, while another recommends "a sunrise peak if you have the energy to get up early!"
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Campers consistently praise the separation between sites at White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road. One visitor notes: "It's easy to forget there are other people camping on other sites because they're so far apart. It's wonderfully relaxing and quiet."
Water features: Many campers appreciate the streams and ponds accessible from dispersed sites. "We pulled in around 7:30 pm on a Sunday night and there were plenty of open spots. We took a huge one," shares a visitor to White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road, adding that the "creek runs through road near sites good for getting water to filter or washing."
Tent platform options: At Guyot Shelter, campers value the wooden platforms that keep tents dry. "Approx 10 platform sites. Some are very isolated and some with great views," writes one visitor, while another adds that the shelter was "renovated in 2019" with "great water source right near the eating area."
What you should know
Bear safety requirements: Wildlife encounters are common and require proper food storage. At Haystack Road, campers should be particularly vigilant as "wildlife like bear and moose will visit you at night."
Road conditions: Many dispersed camping access roads deteriorate after rainfall. "The road is dirt, but it's hard packed and smooth, with a few dips and holes here and there. A little narrow but it's manageable," reports a camper about Town Hall Road.
Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies significantly by location. One camper at Elbow Pond Road Dispersed reports: "The road in is pretty rough and is not recommended for sedans or lower riding cars." For those needing connectivity, a visitor to White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road noted, "Just enough t-mobile / starlink signal to watch streaming and message, but wouldn't be enough for remote work."
Tips for camping with families
Best sites for children: Choose locations with flat terrain and water access. At Cherry Mountain Road Dispersed, a camper reports, "We stayed on site #5 because it was flat, sunny, grassy and had a little brook. Had some passing by traffic but each site is far apart from each other."
Weather protection strategies: Prepare for sudden weather changes with proper site selection. "It was a great place for Rainy Camping. We went during a pouring rain storm and our site remained relatively dry. We even enjoyed a small fire the next day," explains a visitor to Town Hall Road.
Multi-day base camps: For families exploring multiple White Mountain attractions, position your campsite strategically. Tripoli Road provides "access to trailhead for Tecumseh Mountain. Rustic sites with no water or electric," according to one visitor.
Tips from RVers
Size restrictions: Small to medium RVs work best on forest roads near Glen. A Tripoli Road camper advises, "These sites are roadside camping, no frills, first come, first served. You must stay at a site with a fire ring, but sites are not numbered."
Leveling challenges: Many sites require significant leveling for RVs. At Town Hall Road, one camper in a 26-foot class C reported, "Town Hall Rd is a long road with many designated dispersed sites, all far apart from each other and all varying in levelness and size. We got lucky and snagged a perfect spot 2 miles in from the entrance sign- completely level (didn't even need our leveling blocks)."
Power management: Without hookups, plan for limited power options. "Heavily wooded area, so it's not so great for solar panels and probably not starlink either," reports one RVer about Town Hall Road conditions.
