Zealand Falls Hut near Pemigewasset Wilderness - Huts 125th Celebration
Located in Zealand Notch, the former scene of indiscriminate logging and devastating fires in the nineteenth century, this hut occupies a choice four-season spot near waterfalls and outstanding views at the eastern edge of the Pemigewasset Wilderness. A popular family destination, this is the perfect place to spot a moose and other abundant wildlife — and to go cross-country skiing.
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Basics
  • Location: Zealand Notch
  • Elevation: 2,700 feet
  • Access
    • Summer: Easy 2.8 mile hike.
    • Winter: Moderate 6.5 mile snowshoe or ski (Zealand Rd is closed in winter). More challenging approaches also available.
  • Adjacent huts: Galehead Hut, Mizpah Spring Hut. View map >>
  • Hut borders Whitewall Brook, whose cascading waters fill chutes and pools—dip your feet and enjoy the soothing sounds.
Accommodations
  • Sleeps 36 in four coed bunkrooms.
  • Fall, winter and spring self service includes access to kitchen facilities, mattress, pillow and bathrooms. No blankets are provided (bring sleeping bag).
  • Summer 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).
  • Main hut building with wood stove lit at 4 p.m. during self service season.
  • Resident staff available with trail information and weather reports.
  • Small retail store with safety items, snacks, souvenirs.
  • Informative displays and daily educational programs.
AMC Green Promise

The Appalachian Mountain Club is an equal opportunity service provider. The AMC operates Pinkham Notch Visitor Center and its system of backcountry huts in the White Mountain National Forest under a special use permit from the U.S. Forest Service.