Facility · Maine ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
White Mountain National Forest (NF) · Open Access
Franconia Brook Tentsite is located on the Eastside trail, on the East side of the Pemigewasset River, 3 miles in from the Lincoln Woods trailhead. There are approximately 20 tentsites available for overnight use. The tentsites are first come, first served, include a fire ring and are designated by a numbered stake. There a two pit toilets and water is available at the nearby East Branch. A bear box is available. When possible, please use the bear box instead of hanging food. Please note: the bear box does become full quickly, so plan accordingly and bring rope as a precaution. Remove all food and trash when leaving.
44.10150, -71.57406 · 44°6'5.4"N 71°34'26.6"W
Typically 80°F in Jul, down to 28°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 28 | 31 | 40 | 54 | 66 | 75 | 80 | 78 | 72 | 58 | 45 | 35 |
| Low °F | 8 | 9 | 19 | 30 | 42 | 52 | 57 | 54 | 47 | 36 | 27 | 16 |
| Precip in | 3.4 | 3.0 | 3.3 | 5.2 | 4.2 | 4.8 | 6.0 | 3.9 | 3.8 | 5.4 | 4.7 | 4.7 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.4 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
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