Openings · last 7 days
0
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-234237
When Black Mountain Cabin reopens
Black Mountain Cabin's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
1
Openings · last 90 days
6
Only 6 openings in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.
02 · Availability Outlook · Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027 · of 1 monitored site
Of the 183 tracked site-nights (Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027): 127 open for online reservation · 52 reserved · 4 unavailable (cause unspecified).
Where the open windows are
30.6% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 127 of 183 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027Not open online30.6%
Open site-nights127 / 183
Reserved (of online inventory)52 / 179
Weekday openings87
Weekend openings40
Of the open cabin-nights on mapped sites, 87 fall on weekdays and 40 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Nov 2026 – May 2027April holds the most room. 30 of 30 site-nights are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 1 cabin| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving | THU Nov 26 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Nov 27 | 0 | None open | |
| SAT Nov 28 | 0 | None open | |
| Christmas | THU Dec 24 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Dec 25 | 1 | Open | |
| New Year | THU Dec 31 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Jan 1 | 0 | None open | |
| Memorial Day | FRI May 28 | 0 | None open |
| SAT May 29 | 0 | None open | |
| SUN May 30 | 0 | None open | |
| MON May 31 | 0 | None open |
Thanksgiving: no online availability on any tracked night. Christmas: no cabin is currently available for the complete two-night stay. Thursday has no online availability; individual Friday night remains open. New Year: no online availability on any tracked night. Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Availability
Most open cabin-nights · tracked window| Cabin | Open cabin-nights |
|---|---|
| 001 | 127 |
This cabin currently has 127 cabin-nights available.
Next windows
As of Nov 2, 2026 snapshotNext open dateSun · Nov 8
Next open weekendFri · Dec 11
The next bookable night is Nov 8; the first open weekend starts Dec 11. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
127 open cabin-nights across 1 cabin at Black Mountain Cabin, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 17 2-night, 15 3-night, 1 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Nov 8 at site 001.
All 1 cabin with current availability
| Cabin | Max RV | Hookups | Open cabin-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Not recorded | None | 127 | 57 nights | Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18, Nov 19, Nov 23, Nov 24, Nov 25 +115 more |
About Black Mountain Cabin
Overview
Black Mountain Backcountry Cabin was built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps and sits on what was once pasture land. The cabin was renovated in 1992, though its original character was maintained. The surrounding pasture was cleared as well to provide the scenic views that guests enjoy today. The Black Mountain Ski Trail is used to hike or ski to the cabin, depending on the season. The 1.4-mile trail starts at an elevation of 1,250 feet, and the cabin sits at an elevation of 2,450 feet. Guests should be prepared to transport all their gear and supplies on foot.
Recreation
The Black Mountain Ski Trail used to access the cabin is a popular backcountry ski trail. It continues 0.4 miles beyond the cabin to the summit of Black Mountain, which offers views of Carter Dome, Carter Notch and Wildcat Ridge.
A groomed trail system operated by Jackson Ski Touring Foundation is within a mile of the cabin. A trail pass is required.
Facilities
Black Mountain Cabin is very rustic with minimal amenities. There are 8 wooden bunks, 2 small tables, benches and a wood stove. An outhouse with a vault toilet is located a short distance away. There is a broom provided as guests are requested to tidy up the cabin before leaving.
Water and electricity are not available. Any water taken from the natural sources should be treated or boiled, but it is recommended that guests bring their own water. Bedding and sleeping pads are not provided. Recommended items include matches, food, cooking utensils, trash bags, toilet paper, a camp stove, first aid kit, flashlight or lantern, extra batteries, firewood and/or a cutting tool for dead and down wood.
The amount of available firewood in the area cannot be guaranteed. The cabin is not insulated, so winter guests should be prepared for temperatures inside to be almost the same as the outside, even when the wood stove is in use ( more details on the cabin ).
Natural Features
This cabin is located on the west side of Black Mountain and offers views of the 4,400-foot Wildcat Ridge and 6,288-foot Mount Washington - the tallest peak in the northeastern United States. The cabin is surrounded by maple and spruce trees.
There are 237 species of birds living in White Mountain National Forest. Other inhabitants of the forest include moose and black bears ( bear safety information ).
1 monitored cabinNo hookups1 shadedPets OKMax party 8
Getting there
There are two trails used to reach the cabin; the Black Mountain Ski Trail and East Pasture Loop XC Ski Trail: Recommended: Black Mountain Ski Trail is located off Carter Notch Road in Jackson: From Route 16, turn into Jackson Village. Follow the loop through town until you reach 16B/Carter Notch Road. Follow Carter Notch Road for 3.9 miles until you reach Melloon Rd. Turn right onto Melloon Road and follow for about 1/3 mile. Parking is available for 4 - 6 vehicles. You will see the trail sign at the beginning of a private drive; the trailhead is on your right about 100 feet up the drive. Please stay on the trail and respect private landowners' rights. This trail reaches Black Mountain Cabin in 1.4 miles via a moderate grade. East Pasture Loop XC Trail is maintained as a groomed XC ski trail in the winter by Jackson Ski Touring Foundation (pass required) accessed at the top of Black Mountain Road in Jackson. From Route 16, turn into Jackson Village (Route 16A). Follow the loop through town until you reach Route 16B/Black Mountain Road. Turn onto Black Mountain Road and follow for about 2 miles. Just past Black Mountain Ski Area, Black Mountain Road veers to the left and Dundee Road continues straight ahead. Veer left on Black Mountain Road for another 0.5 miles to the East Pasture Trailhead. Parking is available for about 10 vehicles. The trail begins on private land so please be respectful.
Jackson, NH603-447-5448
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Black Mountain Cabin?
Reservations for Black Mountain Cabin are made through Recreation.gov. 127 of 183 tracked site-nights are currently open (69.4%). Campsite Sniper has also detected 6 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Nov 2, 2026 18:20 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Black Mountain Cabin?
Campsite Sniper detected 6 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Black Mountain Cabin?
15 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Nov 8 at site 001. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which month has the most availability at Black Mountain Cabin?
April 2027, with 30 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 30.
When is the next open date at Black Mountain Cabin?
As of the Nov 2, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Sun, Nov 8 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Dec 11. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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