Garfield Ridge Shelter
The numbers that decide it
Recreation.gov publishes no site-level detail for this campground, so we cannot say what length of rig it takes. Call the managing office before committing to it in a large vehicle.
Site-level RV detail confirmed against Recreation.gov. Where a field says "not published," the agency has not published it — it does not mean zero.
Recreation.govChecked 2026-08-05
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Official Forest Service pageGarfield Ridge Shelter
The Garfield Ridge Shelter is located at approximately 3,900 ft. on the eastern shoulder of Mt. Garfield just off the Garfield Ridge Trail (Appalachain Trail). The shelter is a 12-person ’Adirondack’ style shelter.The site also has 7 4-person tent platforms, a composting privy, bearbox and dishwashing area. A fine spring is nearby. This site is staffed by a caretaker during the summer months.
Before you go
Reservations
First-come, first-served
Fees
Fee is $15 per person per night and is collected year-round. Utilize self-service cash boxes when caretaker is not present.
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