A community treasure – preserve, protect and enjoy
We strive to maintain the beauty and natural resources of Foss Mountain, while nuturing sustainable recreational use.
Foss Mountain Regulations
Permits are required for all events and Commercial Use, no group size to exceed 15 people. Permits can be found HERE.
Leave Bicycles, Snowmobiles, Motorcycles & Strollers at the Trailhead Parking Lot
NO FIRES – NO FIREWORKS
CARRY IN/CARRY OUT – NO CAMPING OR OVERNIGHT PARKING
Public Blueberry Picking is Allowed ONLY at the Top of Foss Mountain (NO Rakes or Resale)
Please do not pick berries in areas Posted "No Blueberry Picking"
Access to Foss Mountain
Foss Mountain Road is late to thaw in the Spring and early to receive snowfall.
Please park at the Lower Parking Lot if in doubt!
Summer Directions to Foss Mountain Trailhead:
From route 153 in Eaton, NH – on the north shore of Crystal Lake, turn east onto Brownfield Road. Turn right in 1.6 miles onto Bull Pasture Road. In 1 mile, turn right onto Stewart Road. In .3 miles , bear left at the next intersection onto Foss Mountain Road. Continue approximately 1.5 mile to trailhead parking on right.
PLEASE NOTE: This road is a single lane dirt road that gets high volume use. It is maintained by the town of Eaton, but is "use at your own risk". There are very few places to turn around or pass another vehicle and 4-wheel drive is highly recommended.
PLEASE NOTE: NO PARKING ON FOSS MOUNTAIN ROAD. If the Trailhead Parking Lot is full, please use the Lower Parking Lot or plan to visit Foss Mountain on another day.
Winter Directions to Foss Mountain Trailhead:
From route 153 in Eaton, NH – on the north shore of Crystal Lake, turn east onto Brownfield Road. Turn right in 1.6 miles onto Bull Pasture Road. Turn right onto Stewart Road in 1 mile. In .3 miles , bear left at the next intersection onto Foss Mountain Road. Continue approximately .5 to winter trailhead parking on right.
PLEASE NOTE: Foss Mountain Road is NOT maintained in winter. There is NO parking past our winter parking lot.