The present-day hut is constructed on the site of the AMC's first high mountain hut, built in 1888. Madison Spring occupies a commanding setting above the sheer walls of Madison Gulf, with spectacular 360-degree views of the Presidentials, Kilkenny, and Pilot ranges. It's a great base for observing the fascinating alpine tundra environment, including geology and plant life.
Season Dates
See 2009 and 2010 opening and closing dates>>
Basics
- Location: Between Mount Madison and Mount Adams
- Elevation: 4,800'
- Hike difficulty: Strenuous on a long, steep trail exposed to weather above treeline.
- Adjacent huts: Lakes of the Clouds, Carter Notch Hut. View map >>
- Classic beginning or ending to a hut-to-hut Presidential Range traverse.
Accommodations
- Sleeps 52 in two coed bunkrooms.
- Full service includes hearty dinner at 6 p.m. and breakfast at 7 a.m., mattress, pillow and three wool blankets on each bunk (bring linens or sleeping bag).
- Resident staff available with trail information and weather reports.
- Small retail store with safety items, snacks, souvenirs.
- Informative displays and daily educational programs.
