Rattle River Campground
Rattle River Campground
Rattle River Shelter is a free, backcountry campsite in White Mountain National Forest accessible via a 1. 7-mile hike on the Rattle River Trail from Route 2 in Shelburne.
The site features a three-sided USFS shelter plus three designated tent platforms, a composting toilet, and access to water from natural sources (must be treated).
Operating year-round on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations or fees, it serves as a base camp for hikers exploring the Carter-Moriah Range and nearby 4,000-foot peaks.
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