Making it to or through the White Mountains is a huge accomplishment. Stop in at the Notch to recuperate, relax, and resupply. Hikers voted the Notch in the top five hostels on the trail two years in a row on the Trek! We serve AT hikers from both Kinsman Notch and Franconia Notch.
The Notch Hostel is an 1890 farmhouse in North Woodstock, NH, that two young hikers from Massachusetts purchased and converted into a 30-guest hostel in 2015. Located one mile from downtown Lincoln/N. Woodstock and just minutes from Franconia Notch, Loon Mountain, and the Kancamagus Highway, this hostel is perfectly situated for any White Mountain adventure.
Stay in one of our shared or private rooms and enjoy our guest kitchens, lounge areas, and gardens. Thru- and section hikers on the Appalachian Trail can access us from Kinsman and Franconia Notch, and enjoy slackpacking and other special services. We’re open summer and winter, so come check us out on your next visit to the White Mountains! All our policies are listed here.
Guests consistently rate the Notch as one of the cleanest and most secure hostels they’ve ever stayed at. The porches and fire pits are the place to be on summer nights, and the winter crowd gathers around the indoor stove to share stories from the day. We have dog-friendly rooms and, in summer, a fenced-in yard where pups can run free. The Notch has been featured in NH Chronicle, Guides Gone Wild, The In Solidarity Project, Outside Magazine, The Trek, The Caledonian Record, NH PBS, and more. So what are you waiting for? Come stay at the Notch!
When you stay at the Notch, you get more than just a room. All guests have access to our gardens, fire pits, and grounds, fully equipped kitchens, fridges, food storage, living room, dining room, library, and WIFI. We provide free coffee, tea, sheets, blankets, pillows, bath towels, showers, shampoo, conditioner, soap, and lockers. So grab your toothbrush and come on over! Please take a look at our policies prior to booking for info about dogs, minors, groups, cancellations, and more!
With spectacular views of the Franconia Ridge across a pristine glacial lake, Lonesome Lake Hut offers big mountain scenery without the big mountain effort. Lonesome Lake is just 1.6 miles from the trailhead, making it an ideal first-time backcountry experience and a great intro to AMC’s hut system. More experienced hikers will find plenty of challenge, with nearby Cannon Mountain, the Kinsman Ridge, and miles of Appalachian Trail beyond.
Located in Franconia Notch State Park, Lonesome Lake Hut is open year-round. Visit in the summer and fall and savor our delicious, home-cooked breakfasts and dinners. Or opt for a quieter overnight escape during other seasons and bring your own food. Our caretaker will be waiting.
The Hikers Welcome is a hostel that caters to over 1,200 long-distance backpackers and section hikers each year, and is run by hard core backpackers. We have created an experience that offers all of the amenities that are desired to recharge you before your next big climb. Whether you’re a thru-hiker, section-hiker, Mountaineer, or nature lover, at Hikers Welcome you will find everything that you need, including reasonable accommodations and knowledgeable caretakers.
Services & Amenities:
Bunk rooms
Parking
Computer/Internet
Wifi
Phone
Bath house with:
Hot shower
Laundry (washer & dryer)
Flush toilets
Towels
**Post office across the street**
Slack packing Available:
Contact us for information:
Hikerswelcome@yahoo.com
ph: (603) 989-0040 (May-Sept)
Resupply Store
Knorrs
Peak Dehydrated meals
Oatmeal
Peanut Butter
Granola Bars
Candy
Breakfast Sandwiches
Pizza
Soda
Chips
Ice cream
Pop tarts
Popcorn
Ramen
Coleman
Fuel/Alcohol
Coffee
Toilet paper
Fleece/Outerwear
Slack pack backpacks
Hikers Box (with lots of goodies!)
Contact:
Email: HikersWelcome@yahoo.com
Cell: (203) 605-9430
Phone (May-Oct only): (603) 989-0040
Address (for driving directions):
Hikers Welcome Hostel
1396 Route 25
Glencliff, NH 03238
Mail Drop Information:
If you plan to send a mail drop to the Hostel, please use the following instructions.
If you are using the U.S. Postal Service, please address your package to :
Hikers Welcome Hostel c/o (Your Name)
P.O. Box 25
Glencliff, NH 03238
If you are using FedEx, or UPS, please address your package to:
Hikers Welcome Hostel c/o (Your Name)
1396 Route 25
Glencliff, NH 03238
Built on the site of the historic Crawford House hotel and nestled at the southern base of the Presidential Range in New Hampshire’s Crawford Notch, the Highland Center is our premier White Mountain lodge.
If you’re seeking a cozy bed for several nights, whether for a peaceful retreat, rest from rock climbing, or productive meetings, you’ve come to the right place! We offer a range of accommodations, including mixed dorms, private rooms, or a newly renovated bus with all the comforts you need.
Enjoy our inviting common areas with various amenities designed to enhance your stay. Each morning, the aroma of fresh coffee will greet you, ensuring a sweet start to your day. Our well-equipped kitchen features a fridge, oven, microwave, kettle, and toaster, while the spacious living room is perfect for board games, conversations, relaxation with yoga mats, or watching movies on the projector. There’s something here for everyone, tailored to fit your mood and preferences. Every bed is outfitted with power outlets and a shelf for your convenience.
For more than 100 years, Joe Dodge Lodge has welcomed travelers, adventure seekers, and conservation stewards to New Hampshire’s Pinkham Notch. At the base of Mount Washington, surrounded by the White Mountain National Forest, Joe Dodge Lodge is the basecamp for some of best outdoor adventures in the region.
Hike the Presidential Traverse including Mount Washington—New England’s tallest peak. Ski the East’s legendary Tuckerman Ravine and numerous backcountry trails, climb the crags and access the region’s best mountain biking trails. Located at the base of the Tuckerman Ravine and Sherburne Trails, Joe Dodge Lodge is your ultimate base camp for White Mountains adventure.
Joe Dodge Lodge offers private rooms and bunkrooms. In addition to the included meal service, Joe Dodge Lodge also offers complimentary activities, including guided day hikes to nearby scenic destinations, instructional talks on outdoor skills or natural history, and in-depth evening programs featuring films and guest speakers presenting on topics from astronomy to winter hiking. Guests should call ahead for the daily schedule during their stay.
The Pinkham Notch Visitor Center, open daily from 6:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., provides a hub for trail information, weather forecasts, and outdoor resources including trail guides, maps, and USFS parking passes for purchase.
Pinkham Notch is a mountain pass in the White Mountains of north-central New Hampshire, United States. The notch is a result of extensive erosion by the Laurentide Ice Sheet during the Wisconsinian ice age.
Breakfast and dinner are included in most room packages, and lunch is available for purchase at the Black Moose Deli, a full-service deli offering hearty trail lunches and a variety of hot and cold plates.
Mount Cardigan rises up out of the Shem Valley as a beacon for outdoor lovers. Hikers are drawn to its bare summit not only for views but also for the quiet forests that line its approach. Look for salamanders, mushrooms, and blueberries along the way. Waterfalls, a small pond for swimming, and a nature trail await young explorers. Winter adventurers will enjoy the many possibilities for snowshoeing and backcountry skiing.
Next to Mount Cardigan State Forest, Cardigan Lodge is located on a 1,200-acre reservation owned by AMC and features a peaceful, roads-end location. Explore our 50 miles of trails, join a family guided exploration, or simply relax on our deck or by the fireplace. If that’s not enough, head to nearby Wellington State Park on Newfound Lake to paddle or enjoy a sandy beach. Cardigan offers a choice of private rooms with private bath, private bunkrooms with shared bath, and individual and group walk-in tentsites. Our High Cabin, just below the Cardigan summit, is great for groups seeking a more remote, backcountry setting
141 Years Of Warm Welcome…
The 1880 Libby House Inn is an elegant and historic Victorian Painted Lady Bed & Breakfast that is a well kept secret in the White Mountains of New Hampshire.
An excellent getaway in Gorham, New Hampshire. You’ll receive personal attention from your innkeepers, Paul and Bob, who also serve as great local experts and love to give you insight on what to see, do, and eat. You will be treated to original woodwork and period furnishings. The Inn has a beautiful garden and a wrap-around porch to relax. Common areas include the living room, parlor and gardens.
Hiker’s Hostel at the Barn Gorham NH
Stove, Microwave, Refrigerator, Table & chairs (extra if needed), Coffee pot, Dishes, Sometimes free food
Common Area
WIFI (5G) – Smart TV, 2 large couches (kept covered), Bathroom (shower, towels, shampoo/conditioner, soap), 2 lazyboy recliners (kept covered), Wagon wheel decor from Libby House original wagon, Board games, mPing pong table, Libby’s Pond
Established in 1959 by the Kidder Family, White Birches Camping Park has been operating for over 60 years. In June 1993, the Langlands Family purchased the campground and has since owned and operated it, making many additions and enhancements over the last 30 years.
Spend some time in nature with the whole family at Bethel Outdoor Adventure! Our campground is equipped with a variety of sites to accommodate everyone, from RVs and tents to cozy fire pits. With modern amenities such as hot showers, laundry & store services, and 20/30A or 50A hook-ups available onsite – you won’t have to sacrifice comfort for adventure. Bring your furry friends along too
because pets are welcome!
Camp Store Open Every Day 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
We have been happily hosting hikers since 1990 . Check on our many services for thru- hikers, section hikers, and day hikers. Perfect location for several days of day-hiking or “slack-packing” This is a central spot for mail drops, visits from friends and family, and a homey stop to rest, recoup, and recharge.
If you are thru-hiking the A.T. northbound, you have hiked over 2000 miles when you reach Andover ME. Southbounders, this is your last place to enjoy Maine hospitality. Pine Ellis is a great spot for you to take a day off the trail, kick those boots off and give yourself a rest before you continue your hike.
We regularly pick up and drop off at the two closest trail heads of the A.T. (East B Hill and South Arm Rd) which are a mere 15 minutes away from our B&B, and we offer shuttle services to and from these other trail heads : Gorham (Rte #2), Grafton Notch (Rte #26), Rte #17, Rangeley (Rte #4).
We shuttle from Gorham to Stratton, and bus stations and airports.
Fees apply.
Rates:
Standard Rooms: $50 to $90
Large Room: Hiker rates of $30 per person
Bunks: $30 per person
Groups: Rent 3 bedrooms in the house for your family event or group outing.
Sleep up to ten. Call for rates.
Camp rates from $35 for one site, to daily rates for entire camping area.
add 9% tax to all rates
The hostel Yukon built is in the shape of a geodesic dome and is visually stunning to walk into. Hikers basically have the run of the place, with the exception of certain areas marked “Staff Only.” The doors are generally left open and it wasn’t unusual to see three or four dogs wandering around or playing among the hikers
The Inn at Long Trail, is a classic Vermont inn, bed and breakfast with an Irish pub, and formal diningroom; it is close to skiing, mountain biking, hiking, and golf. Located in Killington Vermont in the heart of the Green Mountains. You’ll feel right at home at the Inn at Long Trail. The Inn was the first lodge built in Vermont to serve the skiing community, and has been serving skiers, hikers and people who love the mountains since 1938.
Our premier hostel location along the Appalachian Trail is Rutland, VT. We’ve been operating as a hostel since 2012 in that location, offering hikers rides into town and a clean, affordable place to stay and clean up. Downstairs, we also run a small casual café-style restaurant named The Yellow Deli. We also have other locations along the trail: our organic Stoneybrook Farm in Hillsboro, VA (near Harper’s Ferry, WV)
When staying at any of our hostels, we don’t ask for money, although donations are appreciated to help us carry on. But in exchange for your stay, we ask that you contribute some of your time and skills to help further our efforts. Whether it’s carpentry or mechanical skills, helping out on the farm with garden or animal chores, or simply helping us make the meal and clean up afterward. We appreciate your help in keeping us going.
If you need a greater time of recharging, we invite you to stay on for several days. Please help us out and improve the hostel so other hikers’ experience will be even better. We appreciate any time donations anyone can give. But again, it’s not an obligation or expectation — just whatever you can do.
Enjoy the convenience and comfort of living on the Village Common. Just steps from the snow front and Village shops and restaurants, Long Trail House offers studio, 1, 2, 3, bedroom condominiums, plus the 5 bedroom Penthouse. Fully furnished, each home has a gas fireplace and air conditioning for year-round comfort. The hearth room beckons with a wood burning fireplace. The sauna is perfect after a dip in the pool or hot tubs, accessible year-round by a heated patio. Indoor heated parking garage.
The Maine Roadhouse offers a unique and charming stay with its inviting rooms, designed for both comfort and rustic appeal. Each room is thoughtfully appointed, blending modern amenities with the warmth of a classic roadhouse aesthetic. Guests can enjoy a cozy retreat with features like plush bedding, contemporary furnishings, and scenic views of the surrounding natural beauty. The Main Roadhouse is located nearby the Appalachian Trail, and provides an exciting adventure for nature enthusiasts, offering scenic hiking trails with varying difficulty levels. Whether you’re looking to relax in the peaceful ambiance of the Roadhouse or explore the outdoors this destination promises a memorable experience filled with both tranquility and exploration.
Hostel of Maine is a modern lodge with private and shared accommodations for solo travelers, couples, families, and groups. Hostel of Maine is situated amongst 77+ miles of year-round world class mountain biking trails, too many miles of hiking trails to try and quantify, 56+ miles of groomed cross country and snowshoe trails, and at the base of one of New England’s most beloved ski resorts that just keeps getting bigger and better: Sugarloaf.
OUR ROOMS ARE DESIGNED FOR COMFORT AND COZINESS AFTER A DAY OF ADVENTURING
Our bunks are made with gorgeous pine boards for privacy (built by Nine Mile’s Tim Cox), built in nooks and shelves to place small items while sleeping, personal reading lights, multiple outlets including USB, and incredibly comfortable Twin XL mattresses!
Enjoy a private room with two queen beds for your family or your small group! A private bathroom is ensuite and features a bath/shower combo. The room are priced for 4, but can accommodate a 5th for a small fee.
With a luxurious King and ensuite bathroom, our private King rooms offer total comfort for 1 to 2 people.


