Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ'sHow did Gunstock get its name?
This question is often asked by our guests. Many times in history, significant events were not written down but passed on verbally from generation to generation. The historical account below comes from David Buckman who was a long term employee at Gunstock.
In the mid 1800's there were several farms in what now comprises Gunstock's base area and out to Route 11A. The area was much less thickly forested then than now and one old farmhouse foundation still rests in the woods not far from the old Try Me trail.
So the lore goes, on a fall day one of the farmers was hunting deer near the summit area when he chanced across a black bear feeding in the thick blueberry barrens and let go a shot at the bruin. While his shot struck the animal, it didn't kill it and the wounded bear charged the farmer. The gun the farmer was using was a one shot muzzle loader, which was common at the time, and with the bear coming at him and no time to reload, the gritty farmer took the riffle by the barrel and using it as a club dispatched the bear with the gun stock which is the wooden part of the rifle that usually rests against the shoulder when shooting. Hence the name Gunstock.
Can I bring a pet to Gunstock?
Yes. Pets must be on a leash at all times while on Gunstock property. They must be properly attended to and cleaned up after.
If you are camping in our campground, you will need to bring the current copy of the pet's rabies certificate into the Welcome Center at check in. Please refer to our campground policy for more information about camping with your pet.
If you are attending an event at Gunstock, please refer to information about the event as the pet policy varies by event.
Are your restaurants open during the summer?
During some events food service is available. There are no regularly scheduled hours for our pubs and food service.
Is there an internet connection available?
Our WiFi access point is located in the Main Lodge and is accessible from the deck outside the lodge.
Can I bring my own kayak, canoe, etc for the pond?
Yes. Please be sure that the boat is clear of any invasive aquatic plants.
Yes, New Hampshire Fish and Game stocks the pond on a regular basis with brown and rainbow trout. Bait is available for sale in the Mountainside Outfitters store. Anyone 16 years of age or older is required to have a fishing license. Licenses are available on-line at http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/Licensing/licenses.htm
