About this place

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. A fee is charged. From Gorham New Hampshire, travel south for 10.6 miles on Highway 16 to Pinkham Notch Visitor Center on right. Parking for Hermit Lake is at the AMC Pinkham Notch facility. The shelters are located 2.4 miles up the Tuckerman Ravine Trail, 1/2 mile below Tuckerman Ravine.