The Campground
Forkfest 2027 location is TBD. The campground info on this page is from Forkfest 2026. It is preserved here for reference. Where 2027 lands has not yet been decided.
In 2026, Forkfest was held at North Waters Campground in Errol, NH — a riverside basecamp in the Great North Woods next to the Androscoggin River. For that year, the entire campground was rented out for the duration of the event.
A small crew visited and scouted the site ahead of 2026. The verdict: beautiful, serene, right on the river — and the locals were all very welcoming. The owner, Tom, is reportedly super chill, sarcastic, and fun.
Campsite Image Gallery
Photos by Steven R Knight
Please DO NOT call or contact the campground directly. For Forkfest-related questions, reach out to the volunteer organizer via the email on the main page.
Campsite Video
Video by Steven R Knight
Location (2026 — 2027 TBD)
29 Upton Rd
Errol, NH 03579
Camping at Northern Waters (2026 Info — 2027 TBD)
Dates & Early Arrival
Dates for Forkfest 2027 are to be announced. The information below reflects how the 2026 event was structured at Northern Waters.
In 2026, camping was centered on Monday, June 22 through Monday, June 29. Early arrivals were asked to coordinate first to avoid colliding with regular campground bookings.
Tents, RVs & Space
Northern Waters is a smaller, more rustic campground. Space is limited, so please think in terms of tents and compact setups.
RVs, campers, sleeper trailers, and large trailers require direct confirmation before arrival. Space is tight, and some setups that technically fit on paper may not work well on site. Nearby RV options may be a better fit for larger rigs — see Staying Off Site below.
Showers & Graywater
Shower access on site is very limited. Please plan to be self-sufficient.
Event-run shower tents are not currently guaranteed because graywater may not be dumped on the ground or into the river. Nearby paid shower options may be available — details will be posted when confirmed.
Please do not use soap in the river or dump graywater on the ground. Even biodegradable soaps should be kept out of natural waterways.
Porta Potties
Porta potties will be available on site. Please use the facilities provided and help keep the campground clean.
Large Setups & Shared Areas
Please do not set up large tents, vendor areas, lounges, food setups, or electrical hookups without checking first. Some areas are being reserved for shared community use, food, and logistics.
Power & Generators
Vendors and anyone running a fridge should bring a generator. Even where hookups exist, the available power may not be enough for a fridge — and especially not for multiple appliances. Don’t rely on shore power for anything critical.
Parking
There is enough room for everyone’s cars, but it will require some creativity to keep lanes clear and allow people in and out. Consider volunteering to help direct parking the first day.
Cell Coverage
AT&T had full bars the entire visit. Other carriers may vary — plan accordingly if you’re on a different network.
Contact & Coordination
For campground questions or special setup needs, contact: [ADD CONTACT INFO]
You DO NOT need to register to attend Forkfest. The organizer is only collecting names from those who need a campsite or a space to vend or run an event. If that’s you, email the organizer via the link on the main page and include how many adults will be on your site, everyone’s names, a phone number, and your camping style (tent or RV).
Campground Rules
Northern Waters is private property. Please respect site assignments, shared spaces, quiet areas, and anything the campground owner or organizers ask us to adjust. The smoother we make this for the host, the better the week will be for everyone.
- Do NOT leave fires unattended
- Quiet hours: 10 PM to 6 AM
- Do not move the rocks around fire rings, or the rings themselves
- Do not cut live trees or peel bark from birches — it kills them
- Clean up after your dog
- Remove all trash
Nudity / Clothing / Consent
Forkfest is decentralized, but we are still guests at Northern Waters and subject to New Hampshire law. Do not make other people part of your nudity, sexuality, or exhibitionism without their consent.
Under NH RSA 645:1, exposing genitals or engaging in sexual conduct can become a criminal issue when done under circumstances likely to cause “affront or alarm,” and the penalties become much more serious when children are involved. Blame the state, not Forkfest.
So the practical rule is simple:
No exposed genitals or sexual activity in shared/public areas of the campground, at events, near vendors, on paths, near the river, around bathrooms, or anywhere other attendees, staff, neighbors, or children may unexpectedly see you.
Discreet changing at your own site is not the issue. Deliberate public nudity or sexualized behavior is. If you want privacy, use your tent, camper, vehicle, or a clearly screened private area with consenting adults only.
Toplessness is not the same legal issue as genital exposure under NH state law, but this is still a family-accessible campground and private property. If campground staff, nearby campers, or the people hosting an activity ask you to cover up or move along, do it without making it a whole thing.
In short: don’t be a cop, don’t summon the cops, and don’t turn unwilling people into your audience.
Staying Off Site
The main campground has limited capacity (~100 people). If you can’t get a spot on site — or just prefer a bed — here are options within a few miles.
In Town — Errol, NH
- Errol Motel — 132 Main St, right in downtown Errol. 11 rooms including 2 efficiencies with kitchenettes. Pet-friendly (dogs with advance notice). Walking distance to Errol Restaurant & Pub, Big Al’s Tavern, and L.L. Cote general store. Highly rated and family-owned.
- A Peace of Heaven Bed & Breakfast — small B&B in the area, check availability on Tripadvisor or Booking.com.
- Paradise Point Cottages — cabin rentals in the area.
Nearby State Park Campgrounds
Both parks are a short drive from the main campground and bookable via ReserveAmerica.
- Mollidgewock State Park — 1437 Berlin Road (Rte 16), Errol, NH. 44 primitive tent sites on the Androscoggin River. No hookups; pit toilets and potable water available. No cell service. Reserve early.
- Umbagog Lake State Park — 235 East Rte 26, Cambridge (just outside Errol). 27 base sites with electrical and water hookups, plus 33 remote boat-access sites and cabins (Ellis Camps). Great for wildlife viewing on the lake.
What Else Is Nearby
Errol, NH sits in the middle of the Great North Woods — there’s plenty to do beyond the campground itself.
On the Water
The campground sits right next to the Androscoggin Rapids, between the dam and the bridge. The river alone is enough fun for a whole day. Tom has 40 tubes and canoes on site for campers to use, plus a canoe launch at the water’s edge. Guided whitewater rafting and canoe trips run twice daily all season. Tubing is $10 for a half day or $20 for a full day (free with a rafting trip). The campground is also a trailhead for the Northern Forest Canoe Trail.
Food & Supplies
There are restaurants and stores within walking distance of the campground. There is also a new grocery store in town in addition to L.L. Cote.
Hiking & Nature
The area borders the Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust conservation land — over 21,000 acres of protected wilderness with multi-use trails for hiking, paddling, and wildlife. Lake Umbagog and the surrounding North Country are prime territory for moose, loons, and bald eagles.