Can you reserve a site at Dolly Copp?

Yes, Dolly Copp is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Dolly Copp have?

175 sites in total, of which 168 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Dolly Copp?

45 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Dolly Copp?

Yes, pets are allowed at Dolly Copp.

Are campfires allowed at Dolly Copp?

Campfires are allowed at Dolly Copp. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Dolly Copp

Campground · New Hampshire · 168 bookable sites ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

White Mountain National Forest (NF) · Open Access

168
Bookable sites: 45 ft
Max rig length: up to 8
People per site: 95
Accessible sites: 1,256 ft
Elevation

Dolly Copp CG view of the IMP — Photo: Vista Recreation · Recreation.gov

Overview

Located 6 miles south of Gorham, New Hampshire at the base of New England's tallest peak, the historic Dolly Copp Campground is a large facility that accommodates a range of campers and provides access to some of the most popular hikes in the White Mountains.

Lush forests, spectacular mountain views and convenience to outdoor recreation and scenic driving draw visitors from all over to Dolly Copp. The surrounding White Mountain National Forest encompasses nearly 800,000 acres in New Hampshire and western Maine, and is one of the most popular forests in the country.

Recreation

The campground is a hub for hikes into the Presidential and Carter-Moriah Ranges. The Daniel Webster Scout Trail leads from the campground into the Great Gulf Wilderness on the northeast side of Mount Washington. Many more miles of trails can be accessed within a short drive.

Within the facility, anglers can try their luck for brook trout in the creek and river. Families can learn more through educational programs presented on weekends in July and August. The end of the camping season may also bring great opportunities for viewing fall foliage.

Learn more about recreation in the national forest.

Facilities

Dolly Copp is the largest campground within White Mountain National Forest. Sites are spacious and organized into several loops. Some sites have 30amp / 50 amp hookups. Coin operated showers, flush toilets, water spigots are located throughout the campground.

Natural Features

Dolly Copp is situated in a mixed hardwood, spruce and pine forest at the base of 6,288-ft. Mount Washington, the highest peak north of the Smoky Mountains and east of the Mississippi River. The Peabody River and Culhane Brook pass through the facility.

The national forest is home to many species of northern wildlife, including moose, white-tailed deer and black bear. Almost 200 species of birds, including the rare Bicknell's Thrush, live in the White Mountains.

Summer temperatures are often very pleasant; however mountain weather can change drastically, putting visitors at risk for exposure to cold, rain and snow even during summer. Campers should come prepared.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (802) 289-0970.

Nearby Attractions

Numerous hiking trails, mountain biking trails and rock climbing routes are within a short drive of the campground. The nearby towns of North Conway, Jackson and Gorham provide shops, restaurants, supplies and other conveniences.

In clear weather, confident campers can try the drive up the steep Mount Washington Auto Road to catch a view from the Northeast's highest peak. Guided tours are also available. The Cog Railway ascends the other side of the mountain, and is about an hour drive from Dolly Copp.

The facts

Season: mid-May – mid-October — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
168 bookable sites
175 sites in total, including non-bookable
95 accessible sites
Vehicles up to 45 ft
Up to 8 people per site
Loops: BIGM, BIRC, BROO, ENDL, HAYE, HIGF, HIGW, HOME, IMPV, LITT, MIDW, RIVE, SPRU

Site types

73 Standard Nonelectric
53 Standard Electric
42 Tent Only Nonelectric
7 Management

Amenities

Electric hookups
Water hookups
Campfires allowed
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

175 campsites at Dolly Copp

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Access	Max rig	People
001	BIGM	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	35 ft	8	🐾
002	BIGM	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
003 HOST	BIGM	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8
004	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
005	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
006	BIGM	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
007	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	35 ft	8	♿ 🐾
008	BIGM	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
009	BIGM	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	35 ft	8	♿ 🐾
010	BIGM	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
011	BIGM	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
012	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
013	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8	♿ 🐾
014	BIGM	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
015	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
016	BIGM	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
017	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
018	BIGM	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
019	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	35 ft	8	♿ 🐾
020 HOST	BIGM	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8
021	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
022	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
023	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
024	BIGM	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
025	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
026	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
027	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
028	BIGM	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
029	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	15 ft	8	♿ 🐾
030	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
031	BIGM	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
032	BIGM	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
033	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
034	BIGM	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
035	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
036	BIGM	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	15 ft	8	♿ 🐾
037	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
038	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	15 ft	8	♿ 🐾
039	BIGM	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
040	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
041	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
042	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
043	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
044	BIGM	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
045	BIGM	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	15 ft	8	♿ 🐾
046	BIGM	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
047	BIGM	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
048	BIGM	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
049	BIGM	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
050	BIGM	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	15 ft	8	♿ 🐾
162	BIRC	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
163	BIRC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	🐾
164	BIRC	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
165	BIRC	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	🐾
166	BIRC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	🐾
167	BIRC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
168	BIRC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
075	BROO	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
076	BROO	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
077	BROO	Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
078	BROO	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	8
079	BROO	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
080	BROO	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
081	BROO	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
082	BROO	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
083	BROO	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
084	BROO	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Hike In	45 ft	8	🐾
085	BROO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
086	BROO	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
087	BROO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
088	BROO	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
089	BROO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
090	BROO	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
091	BROO	Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
169 HOST	ENDL	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8
170	ENDL	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	🐾
171	ENDL	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
172	ENDL	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
173	ENDL	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
174	ENDL	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
175	ENDL	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
176	ENDL	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
177	ENDL	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
178	ENDL	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
179	ENDL	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
180	ENDL	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
125	HAYE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	45 ft	8	🐾
126	HAYE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	45 ft	8	🐾
127	HAYE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8
128	HAYE	Standard Electric	Back In	—	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
129	HAYE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	45 ft	8	🐾
130	HAYE	Standard Electric	Back In	—	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
131	HAYE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	45 ft	8	🐾
132	HAYE	Standard Electric	Back In	—	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
133	HAYE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	45 ft	8	🐾
134	HAYE	Standard Electric	Back In	—	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
135	HAYE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8
136	HAYE	Standard Electric	Back In	—	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
110	HIGF	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	♿ 🐾
111	HIGF	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
112	HIGF	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
113	HIGF	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
114	HIGF	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
115	HIGF	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
098 HOST	HIGW	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8
099	HIGW	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
100	HIGW	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
101	HIGW	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	🐾
102	HIGW	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	🐾
103	HIGW	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	🐾
104	HIGW	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	🐾
105	HIGW	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
106	HIGW	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
107	HIGW	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
108	HIGW	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8
109	HIGW	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	🐾
159	HOME	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
160	HOME	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
154	IMPV	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8
155	IMPV	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	25 ft	8	🐾
156	IMPV	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	8	🐾
157	IMPV	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	8	🐾
092	LITT	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
093	LITT	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
094	LITT	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	35 ft	8	♿ 🐾
095	LITT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
096	LITT	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	35 ft	8	♿ 🐾
097	LITT	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	35 ft	8	♿ 🐾
116	MIDW	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8	🐾
117	MIDW	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8	🐾
118	MIDW	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8	🐾
119	MIDW	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8	🐾
120	MIDW	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8	🐾
121	MIDW	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
122	MIDW	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	45 ft	8	🐾
123	MIDW	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8	🐾
137	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8	♿ 🐾
138	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
139	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
140	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8	♿ 🐾
141	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	—	—	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
142	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8	♿ 🐾
143	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	—	—	35 ft	8	♿ 🐾
145	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	—	—	35 ft	8	♿ 🐾
146	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
147	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	—	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
148	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	—	—	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
149	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	12 ft	8	♿ 🐾
150	RIVE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Hike In	45 ft	8	🐾
151	RIVE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Hike In	45 ft	8	🐾
152	RIVE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Hike In	45 ft	8	🐾
153	RIVE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Hike In	45 ft	8	🐾
052 HOST	SPRU	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8
053	SPRU	Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	8	♿ 🐾
054	SPRU	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8
055	SPRU	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8
056	SPRU	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8
057	SPRU	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8
058	SPRU	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8
059	SPRU	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8	🐾
060	SPRU	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Hike In	45 ft	8	🐾
061	SPRU	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Hike In	45 ft	8	🐾
062	SPRU	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
063	SPRU	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
064	SPRU	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
065	SPRU	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
066	SPRU	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
067	SPRU	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
068	SPRU	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
069	SPRU	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
070	SPRU	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
071	SPRU	Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
072	SPRU	Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
073	SPRU	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	🐾
074	SPRU	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾

Getting there

From Gorham, New Hampshire: Take State Route 16 south for 6 miles. Turn right onto Dolly Copp Road and travel 0.5 miles to the campground.

From North Conway, New Hampshire: Take Highway 302 to Glen. Turn right onto State Route 16 north and follow for about 22 miles. Turn left onto Dolly Copp Road and travel 0.5 miles to the campground.

44.33278, -71.21944 · 44°19'58.0"N 71°13'10.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 79°F in Jul, down to 27°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	27	30	39	52	67	74	79	78	70	57	44	33
Low °F	6	7	16	29	42	50	55	52	44	34	25	14
Precip in	3.1	2.5	2.9	3.5	3.6	4.2	4.2	4.0	3.5	4.9	3.5	3.3

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.4 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Hayes Field — Photo: Vista Recreation · Recreation.gov

A short walk from the campground — Photo: Vista Recreation · Recreation.gov

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Common questions about Dolly Copp

Can you reserve a site at Dolly Copp?: Yes, Dolly Copp is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Dolly Copp have?: 175 sites in total, of which 168 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Dolly Copp?: 45 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Dolly Copp?: Yes, pets are allowed at Dolly Copp.
Does Dolly Copp have hookups?: Electric, Water.
Are campfires allowed at Dolly Copp?: Campfires are allowed at Dolly Copp. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Dolly Copp also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Dolly Copp's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Single Family Site Per site / per night $30.00
Trailhead Parking / Vehicle Access Per vehicle / per day $6.00
Electric Utility Hook-Up Extra service / per night $14.00
Extra Vehicle (Space Permitting) Per vehicle / per night $6.00

Accessibility:

This campground has accessible sites.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Dolly Copp

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Great Gulf Link Trailhead 0.6 mi · Facility
Imp South Trailhead 0.9 mi · Facility
Androscoggin Ranger District 1.9 mi · Facility
Townline Brook Trailhead 2.2 mi · Facility
Osgood Tentsite 2.4 mi · Campground
Valley Way Tentsite 3.4 mi · Campground
Imp Shelter 3.4 mi · Campground
Wildcat Mountain Ski Resort 4.9 mi · Facility
Hermit Lake Shelters 6 mi · Campground
Rattle River Shelter 6.4 mi · Campground

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Contact

Phone 603-466-2713
Email whitemountaincampgrounds@goexplorus.com
Book Recreation.gov

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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