Here in what Thoreau called “The Front Range”, on the beautiful high terrain at the gateway to the Monadnock Region, you will find four shelters and two huts - The Warming Hut and Clear View - located on the trail network of the former Windblown Cross Country Ski Area. They are available to rent to just one group at a time. During this pandemic they are available to one group over a weekend. Hikers have easy access to the Wapack Trail, other former ski trails trails are available year round.
Thank you for your understanding
Wood is always available for The Warming Hut and Clear View. The shelters have wood but will not be resupplied until Spring, some splitting required; there is a maul at each shelter. Due to fire danger outside fires need prior permission when there is no snow on the ground.
You must be able to transport yourself and all supplies to your destination wearing skis, hiking shoes, snowshoes or ice cleats as needed . Please note that snowshoes or skis are required if there is snow on the ground to preserve trail conditions. Bare boots leave deep imprints in the snow which can be hazardous. When there is no or limited snow you might be permitted to drive to the Warming Hut or Clear View (email: alwindblown@gmail.com for permission and a weather report).
There are four shelters available to rent year round. These shelters are three sided, offer privacy, require a hike of over a mile with all your gear, have an outhouse nearby, and water is available in season from the stream coming down the east side of Barrett Mountain.
In addition we also have the Warming Hut and Clear View Tiny Home available as well.
Campers can leave a car overnight in the designated area near the lodge. Please note that the lodge is now a private residence and only tenant parking is allowed near the former lodge.
Potable water is available outside of the lodge to the left of Ski Shop entrance. Only one group is allowed to stay at a shelter at one time. You can use your own tent, but you must be near a shelter in order to use an outhouse. Reservations for overnight stays are required and can be completed by:
There is no one employed at the ski shop to direct you, you must be able to find shelters and huts with the map provided in the waxing shed which has routes highlighted. Click here for information about finding the shelters. The Windblown map is also available as a PDF download, click here for the map (please note that this PDF does not have routes highlighted.) The Wapack Trail is open for day hikers with a parking lot on the East side of Route 124 opposite the Windblown sign. The former Windblown XC trails are open for shelter and hut renters only.
No rescue service is available except for 911
Payment can be made by:
3. Pay using PayPal. Please add 3% for a PayPal processing fee and send to alwindblown@gmail.com.
Minimum charge of $30.00 for 1 person
If more than 1 person is staying the pricing
is as follows:
Ages 18+: $20.00/person/night
Ages 8-17: $10.00/person/night
Under 8: Free
The maximum charge is $100.00, regardless of how large your group is.
From the parking lot - 1.5 miles 30-40 min
The East Glade Shelter is on the east side of Barrett Mt. halfway from the Mountain Top Shelter and The Valley View Shelter. It is the largest shelter with a wood-stove and a detached outhouse. There are views to the east, a stream nearby in season, and is located next to the trail known as Barrett’s Backbone. Outdoor fire by permission only.
IMPORTANT - If ashes have built up in the stove, put them in the outdoor firepit when they are totally out.
From the parking lot - 1.4 miles 20-30 min
The Valley View Shelter is nestled in the woods on a knoll overlooking a ravine with a small stream. Six to eight campers can sleep under the roof and there are a few good tent sites nearby. With a large deck, the shelter is an upgraded Adirondack lean-to with an outdoor fire pit, an indoor outhouse, and can accommodate large groups. Outdoor fire by permission only.
IMPORTANT - Do not remove wood ashes from fire-pit to dispose of them.
From the parking lot - .9 miles or a 18-25 minute walk
The Open Slope Shelter is located at the bottom of the Open Slope and above the Beaver Pond. It has an outhouse nearby, a firepit and can accommodate four campers. Outdoor fire by permission only.
IMPORTANT - Do not remove wood ashes from fire-pit to dispose of them.
From the parking lot - 1.9 miles 40-50 min
The Mountain Top Shelter is on the top of Barrett Mountain facing distant views to the north and west including an incredible view of Mt. Monadnock. It is an Adirondack style shelter that sleeps 6 campers inside on the floor. There is an outhouse but no water nearby. This shelter is the most remote shelter and the longest hike from the Windblown parking lot. For most of the year, water is available from a stream by hiking east down Barrett Mountain (see map in shelter). Outdoor fire by permission only.
IMPORTANT - Do not remove wood ashes from fire-pit to dispose of them.
The Warming Hut is a cabin located in the center of the property and is available to be rented overnight. The Hut offers sleeping accommodations with 4 queen sized bunks for 8 guests. Cots or pads can accommodate an extra four people. Guests are responsible to bring their own food and linens/sleeping bags. We provide firewood, dishes, and silverware for 12, two outhouses, solar lighting, propane stove top (no oven), cold running water in season, and a deck for stargazing. An outdoor solar shower is available weather permitting. Please put all compostable trash in the large black composting barrel provided. Outdoor fires are allowed in the firepit with prior permission due to fire danger with no snow. There is an extra charge of $20 for firewood.
Nightly Rates:
Contact alwindblown@gmail.com for weekly rates.
IMPORTANT
Please carefully review Warming Hut safety guidelines & guest responsibilities by clicking below.
Do not remove wood ashes from stove to dispose of them.
Clear View is a very small 8 x 12 cabin. It is best suited for two people with a 4-person maximum allowed. There is no electricity (save for a solar nightlight) and it is heated by a wood stove. Wood is available in the woodshed behind the cabin. An outhouse is provided nearby. If condition allow you may park at Clear View, otherwise you may park in the upper parking lot and walk there – only about 200ft away. You will find firewood and kindling in the woodshed. You need prior permission to have an outdoor fire due to safety concerns and to pay an additional $20 for firewood.
Please put all compostable trash in the large black composting barrel provided in back.
IMPORTANT - Do not remove wood ashes from stove to dispose of them.
Nightly Rates:
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