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Dry River Trailhead

This 9.6 mile trail enters the Presidential Range-Dry River Wilderness at 0.7 miles. This trail has many challenging stream crossings, accesses the Mt. Clinton and Mt. Eisenhower Trails and ends at Lakes of the Clouds Hut (5,012 ft.) (fee and reservations required). Dry River Shelter #3 is a 3-sided lean-to at mile post 6.3 on Dry River Trail.

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service
  • Coordinates: 44.158626, -71.36498

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Ethan Pond Shelter
  • Rocky Branch Shelter #1
  • Crawford Path Trailhead (Rte 302)
  • Sawyer River Road Snowmobile Trailhead
  • Mt. Langdon Trailhead
  • Nelson Crag Trailhead

Frequently asked questions

Is Dry River Trailhead reservable?

Dry River Trailhead is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Dry River Trailhead?

See the map for Dry River Trailhead's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Dry River Trailhead?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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