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AMC's High Mountain Huts

Since 1888 AMC has managed backcountry huts on the high peaks of New Hampshire’s iconic White Mountain National Forest. Each of our eight huts is accessible only on foot and connected by the famed Appalachian Trail. Guests stay overnight in warm bunks and enjoy home-cooked meals from the Hut “Croo,” friendly staff living and working in the mountains. Join the tradition and explore the backcountry without the heavy pack.
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The Adventure of a Lifetime

AMC’s huts bustle with activity while being surrounded by remote forests, glacial lakes, and rocky summits. By day they’re information centers where hikers rest, grab a snack, and check weather conditions. At night guests eat family-style dinners and sleep in bunkrooms with mattresses and blankets included.

When you stay at an AMC Hut, you'll enjoy:

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On-trail backcountry lodging
Sleep with a roof over your head in the middle of the White Mountain National Forest. Sunrise and sunsets included!

A welcoming mountain community
Whether you’re thru-hiking or vacationing with the kids, there’s a place for you here. Meet hikers from across the world who have come for adventure in the White Mountains.

Home-cooked meals
Let the croo cook for you! Dinner and breakfast are included in your stay. Get a sneak peak of the Hut's dinner menu here.

Supporting the outdoors
Staying with one of America’s oldest conservation organizations means every dollar supports landscape protection, trail building, and outdoor opportunities for all.

Planning Your Stay

Accessible only by foot, each of AMC’s eight huts provide rustic hospitality to overnight guests through home-cooked dinners and breakfasts, comfortable bunks, cold-running water, and bathroom facilities. While all eight huts offer unmatched scenery in the backcountry, their elevation and distance from a trailhead vary. That means there’s a hut for you, whether you’re an experienced hiker or just getting started. Explore the tabs below to discover some of the many ways to experience the huts.

Trekking from trailhead to hut is an adventure in itself. Head to the mountains for a quick weekend getaway or take the family for an overnight they won’t forget. See our Family Hut Hike Itinerary for inspiration. The chart below ranks the most direct hikes to each hut from easiest to most difficult and is a helpful starting point when trying to plan out your stay.
Hut Elevation* Mileage from Trailhead** Cumulative Elevation Gain*** Route
Zealand Falls 2,635 ft. 2.7 miles 714 ft. From Zealand Rd.
Lonesome Lake 2,775 ft. 1.5 miles 1,082 ft. From Lafayette Campground
Mizpah Spring Hut 3,793 ft. 2.6 miles 1,968 ft. From Connector on Mt. Clinton Rd.
Carter Notch 3,290 ft. 3.7 miles 2,032 ft. via Nineteen Mile Brook Trail
Greenleaf 4,200 ft. 2.8 miles 2,470 ft. via Old Bridle Path
Lakes of the Clouds 5,014 ft. 2.9 miles 2,635 ft. via Ammonoosuc Ravine Trail from lower USFS hiker parking lot
Galehead 3,777 ft. 4.5 miles 2,368 ft. via Gale River Trail
Madison Spring 4,795 ft. 3.6 miles 3,538 ft. via Valley Way
 
  1. *Elevation based on 1-meter resolution Lidar.
  2. **Mileage based on surficial 3D distance derived from 1-meter resolution Lidar; may differ from guidebook stats.
  3. ***Cumulative Elevation Gain is not the net gain (differential) between TH and Hut; it is the amount of uphill only.
 

Location Information

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Lonesome Lake Hut

With spectacular views of Franconia Ridge across a pristine glacial lake, Lonesome Lake Hut offers big mountain scenery without the big mountain effort. Learn More
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  • Meals Included
    Meals Included
  • Water
    Water
  • Shuttle
    Shuttle
    Shuttle stop at the trailhead
  • Hike-In
    Hike-In
  • No dogs overnight
    No dogs overnight
Jul. 30, 2018. AMC Greenleaf Hut, (Franconia Range), White Mountain National Forest, New Hampshire-- Mt. Lafayette on Franconia Ridge (Franconia Range) is in the background. Photo by Paula Champagne.

Greenleaf Hut

Greenleaf Hut surrounds guests with high mountain beauty as you enjoy stunning views of Franconia Ridge, Cannon Mountain, and the Kinsmans. Learn More
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  • Meals Included
    Meals Included
  • Water
    Water
  • Shuttle
    Shuttle
    Shuttle stop at the trailhead
  • Hike-In
    Hike-In
  • No dogs overnight
    No dogs overnight
Jul. 12, 2018. AMC Galehead Hut, Pemigewasset Wilderness, White Mountain National Forest, New Hampshire-- Photo by Paula Champagne.

Galehead Hut

Stay a night at Galehead Hut and experience soaring peaks, sublime waterfalls, and never-ending views. Have a seat on our front porch and take it all in. Learn More
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  • Meals Included
    Meals Included
  • Water
    Water
  • Shuttle
    Shuttle
    Shuttle stop at trailhead
  • Hike-In
    Hike-In
  • No dogs overnight
    No dogs overnight
Jul. 11, 2018. AMC Zealand Falls Hut, White Mountain National Forest, New Hampshire-- Photo by Paula Champagne.

Zealand Falls Hut

Whether you’re an experienced hiker, beginner, or traveling as a family, Zealand Falls Hut is the perfect backcountry destination any time of year. Visit in the fall for some of the best leaf-peeping around. Learn More
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  • Meals Included
    Meals Included
  • Water
    Water
  • Shuttle
    Shuttle
    Shuttle stop at trailhead
  • Hike-In
    Hike-In
  • No dogs overnight
    No dogs overnight
Mizpah Spring Hut

Mizpah Spring Hut

Mizpah Spring Hut, located just off the legendary Crawford Path, is an ideal stopping point before or after an exploration of the southern Presidential Range. Come for the views, stay for the library. Learn More
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  • Meals Included
    Meals Included
  • Water
    Water
  • Shuttle
    Shuttle
    Shuttle stop at trailhead
  • Hike-in
    Hike-in
  • No dogs overnight
    No dogs overnight
Paula Champagne

Lakes of the Clouds Hut

Stay a night at our most popular hut, steps away from some of the most iconic high peaks in the White Mountains. AMC Lakes of the Clouds Hut provides exceptional mountain views and even better sunsets. Learn More
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  • Meals Included
    Meals Included
  • Water
    Water
  • Shuttle
    Shuttle
    Shuttle stop at the trailhead
  • Hike-in
    Hike-in
  • No dogs overnight
    No dogs overnight
June 7, 2018. AMC Madison Spring Hut (Presidential Range), Great Gulf Wilderness, White Mountain National Forest, New Hampshire-- Photo by Paula Champagne.

Madison Spring Hut

Madison Spring Hut sits above treeline in the famed Presidential Range, nestled between the northern peaks of Mount Adams and Madison. This hut has sunset views that will knock your socks off after a day on the trail. Learn More
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  • Meals Included
    Meals Included
  • Water
    Water
  • Shuttle
    Shuttle
    Shuttle stop at trailhead
  • Hike-in
    Hike-in
  • No dogs overnight
    No dogs overnight
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Carter Notch Hut

Stay a night at Carter Notch Hut and encounter a world of rock jumbles, towering cliffs, and tranquil mountain lakes. This lesser-known hut is for those in search of quiet trails and unforgettable summits. Learn More
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  • Meals Included
    Meals Included
  • Water
    Water
  • Shuttle
    Shuttle
    Shuttle stop at the trailhead
  • Hike-In
    Hike-In
  • No dogs overnight
    No dogs overnight

Protecting the White Mountains

AMC's huts aren’t just hiker retreats—they’re a key part of our century-plus mission to conserve and understand the unique ecology of New Hampshire’s high peaks. Every hut has an on-staff naturalist who gathers data for AMC researchers and leads educational presentations on the area’s plants, animals, geology, and natural history. Croo and volunteers also engage hikers in community science initiatives that support long-term environmental monitoring.

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