The easternmost destination of the White Mountains, Carter Notch Hut is open year round for full-service in the summer, and self-service in the fall, winter, and spring. It's an excellent destination for hikers, skiers, and snowshoers alike, and because it is one of the more accessible huts, it's especially suitable for families and newcomers to the backcountry.
Season Dates
- 2008: Self service January 1 - May 31 and September 14 - December 31
- 2008: Full service June 4 - September 13
Basics
- Location: Carter Notch between Wildcat Mountain & Carter Dome
- Elevation: 3,288 feet
- Access
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- Adjacent huts: Madison Spring Hut. View map >>
Accommodations - Sleeps 40 in two unheated bunkhouses.
- Coed rooms for four to six people.
- Summer full-service includes dinner and breakfast and pillow and blankets on the bunks (bring linens)
- Fall, winter and spring self-service includes access to kitchen facilities, mattresses, and bathrooms. No blankets are provided (bring sleeping bag.)
- Main hut building with wood stove.
- Winter water needs to be treated.
- Resident caretaker with trail information, weather reports.
- Small retail store.
- Green technology: Solar power, wind power, Clivus composting toilets. Learn more >>
 | See a panoramic view of the area.
Photo: Courtesy of Full Circle Imaging |
 | See an interior panoramic view.
Photo: Courtesy of Full Circle Imaging |
