Hermit Lake Shelters
Gorham, New Hampshire · 3,901 ft
Aerial view · USGS / USDA NAIP · Public domain · source
At a glance
3 of 8 facts known · Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026
- Elevation
- 3,901 ft (1,189 m)3,901 ft1,189 m
- Land
- White Mountain National Forest
U.S. Forest Service
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About
At the base of Tuckerman Ravine, this shelter provides access to year-round mountaineering opportunities on the East side of Mt. Washington, including famous backcountry spring skiing. There are 8 lean-tos and three tent platforms, as well as outhouses and a hand pump for water. A caretaker is on site year-round. Purchase a camping permit at AMC's Pinkham Notch Visitor Center, no overnight pets. Reservations are not accepted.
Fees: Overnight Use:
From USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities and USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · · Edit
Cell service
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Cell service at Hermit Lake Shelters: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- WedLight Rain Likely, 65% chance of rain46°27°
- ThuMostly Sunny32°27°
- FriSnow Showers, 99% chance of rain35°15°
- SatChance Snow Showers, 46% chance of rain18°14°
- SunMostly Sunny, 9% chance of rain24°20°
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Location and contact
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