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| Russell Pond Campground |
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Handicapped Accessible:
Yes
Reservation Status:
Accepted
Length of Stay:
14 Days
Elevation:
2,000 Feet
Number of Sites:
86
Reservation:
Yes
Season:
Mid-May - Mid-October
From North Woodstock, NH, Take Exit 31 off Interstate 93 and travel Tripoli Road for 3.7 miles.
Location Information
Russell Pond Campground has 86 sites located on a 40 acre mountain pond. This pond has always been a favorite picnic and fishing spot. Up until the late 1960's when the campground was developed, the only access to the pond was a footpath up the back side of Russell Crag.Fishing opportunities are excellent thanks to regular stocking by State of New Hampshire Fish and Game Department. A boat launch is provided for easy access for fishermen, as well as a dock designed for the handicapped. Swimming is at your own risk. No lifeguards provided. Interpretive nature programs are presented free of charge at the amphitheater on Saturday evenings at dusk from late June through Labor Day. A complete schedule of topics is posted in the campground. The 86 wooded sites are compacted gravel each with a turnout for parking and a tent / trailer pad with fire ring and picnic table. Roadways are paved. Faucets are located a short walk from all sites. Water, sewer and electrical hookups are not provided. Extensive renovations in 1995 created restroom facilities equipped with flush toilets, warm water wash basins and coin-operated hot showers. All toilet / shower facilities and faucets are handicap accessible, as are the dock, boat ramp, amphitheater and several sites. Firewood is available along the access road into the campground. Only dead and down wood should be taken for campfire wood. Wood is also available for a nominal fee from a concessionaire on Friday and Saturday evenings.
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