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    Pawtuckaway State Park Campground's flexible accommodation options include tent sites, RV spots with electric hookups, cabins, and glamping setups where pets are welcome. Located in Nottingham, NH, this established campground operates seasonally from May 1 to October 31 and provides essential amenities such as drinking water, picnic tables, and showers alongside pet-friendly policies. Nearby, Old Stage Campground in Dover offers similar pet accommodation options with tent, RV, and cabin sites where dogs can join their owners from May through September. Both campgrounds maintain clean facilities with proper waste disposal options for pet owners. Sites are spacious and well-maintained, with Old Stage Campground particularly noted for its family-friendly environment where pets feel welcome. Campers report feeling safe even as solo travelers with their dogs. Camping photos and user guides for South Eliot, Maine are available on The Dyrt.

    The coastal region offers additional pet-friendly camping experiences, with Libbys Oceanside Camp in York Harbor providing 85 oceanfront sites where pets are permitted. This campground combines beach proximity with pet access, though campsites are positioned quite close together according to visitor experiences. The stunning ocean views create an appealing environment for dog walks with lighthouse views in the background. For those preferring inland options, Beaver Dam Campground in Berwick welcomes pets at their cabin, tent, and RV sites, featuring boat-in access opportunities and operating from mid-May through Columbus Day. Wakeda Campground in Hampton Falls maintains strict cleanliness standards while accommodating pets across nearly 400 sites. When camping with dogs in this region, visitors should prepare for the coastal New England climate, which can bring foggy mornings and occasional strong insects requiring appropriate pet protection measures.

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      1. Pawtuckaway State Park Campground

      4.2(44)19mi from South Eliot189 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Driving around this past weekend I did notice that some of the sites had damp spots; site 71 was the worst with deep mud on the long approach."

      "The park includes a large family beach on the lake."

      from $35 - $140 / night

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      2. Wakeda Campground, LLC

      4.6(16)13mi from South EliotRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "We stayed At Wakeda Campground overnight during a trip from Maine back to Long Island, NY. It was located very close off of 95 and allows pets. We were overwhelmed by the beautiful massive forest."

      "I came here last year with my dog.  We only stayed two nights. "

      from $48 - $97 / night

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      3. Sea Coast Camping and RV Resort

      4.5(11)10mi from South EliotRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "So clean, friendly staff and plenty to do here or close by. Minutes away from some very nice beaches"

      "Their location is close to Hampton Beach and Rye sea walk and good restaurants including a doughnut shop within walking distance."

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      4. Old Stage Campground

      4.3(9)8mi from South EliotRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Walking distance to rest rooms and showers. Great owners. 1st trip in a hurricane."

      "Learning to get away from the bad campers."

      from $43 - $47 / night

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      5. Libbys Oceanside Camp

      4.6(9)9mi from South EliotRVs, Tents

      "Spot 83 looks large and level which it is, but everyone cuts thru and allows pets to do their business on your site. Mgt staff is absolutely fantastic! So friendly and helpful."

      "Libby's Oceanfront Campground York, Maine gives campers a mesmerizing coastline scene experience' you will experience stunning sunsets and sunrises over the horizon of the Atlantic Ocean' Sitting in your"

      from $50 - $125 / night

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      6. Dixons Coastal Maine Campground

      3.8(9)11mi from South EliotRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Our plan was to spend two nights for a rest from driving. The day spent here was to wander along the coast and bask in the sea air. So this was a pretty good campground for that purpose."

      "It seems that most of them on the coast of Maine are. "

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      7. Salisbury Beach State Reservation

      4.2(27)21mi from South Eliot451 sitesRVs, Tents

      "We love that it is right on the water, and we can walk to the beach. We also appreciate that it is pet friendly, and our dogs love it too."

      "Easy walk to the beach. Dog friendly, big dump site, and good prices."

      from $28 - $38 / night

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      8. Beaver Dam Campground

      4.7(7)11mi from South EliotRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Campground is superior in its warmth, cleanliness, dog friendly and access to points of interest."

      "IT is 9 miles from Wells Maine which is on the ocean.  LOTS OF GREAT restaurants there and nearby, like Ogunquit Maine and York Maine, etc. "

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      9. Thousand Trails Moody Beach

      3.9(10)15mi from South EliotRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Consider the Thousand Trails membership when booking this site. Our annual membership fees basically covered what it would cost to camp here for two weeks."

      "Pet friendly also. You will love it here."

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      10. Wellington Camping Park

      4.4(5)10mi from South EliotRVs, Tents

      "They have a special beach for your dog if you're a puppy owner like me this is one of the only campgrounds that is very pet friendly."

      "Had to walk around to find signal for phone call."

      from $45 - $55 / night

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    • Pawsfuradventure T.
      Jul. 22, 2018

      Wakeda Campground, LLC

      Beautiful forest

      We stayed At Wakeda Campground overnight during a trip from Maine back to Long Island, NY. It was located very close off of 95 and allows pets. We were overwhelmed by the beautiful massive forest. The campground was splendid with old tall, pine trees everywhere. They offered electric, water, and sewer hook up, trading post that had camping goods and snacks, WiFi hotspot, pool table, and lounging area. They also had a game room, miniature golf, coffee shop and dog park.

      The first campsite they assigned to us was very secluded but unfortunately, we were coming in during a major rainstorm. That site was a little flooded so we chose another. It still had beautiful trees surrounding it but not as secluded from neighbors. There are also many seasonal campers there but all of their sites were beautifully decorated with flowers and such. Everyone was friendly that we encountered during our stay.

      We had bathrooms located near our site. They were four separate bathrooms that had a sink and toilet and were clean. They did offer showers in another area but I did not use them.

      Walking around we saw wild turkeys, bunnies, and a hummingbird. It would have been great if they offered a nature trail in the campground since the forest was so beautiful. There were paths that went into the woods but they were marked for employees only.

      The next day we wanted to go for a hike before we hit the road. Unfortunately, the state parks near the campsite do not allow dogs during late Spring to early Fall. Using our Bring Fido App, we found Rails to Trails nearby that we could bring our dog and hiking cat. We did the Salisbury Point Ghost Trail that was nice and shady, though flat, but a nice leisurely walk for all of us.

    • Jen
      Jul. 17, 2021

      Autumn Hills Campground

      Family campground

      Pros- very clean, bathrooms kept up with regularly. Staff is very nice. They offer boat rentals, canoes, paddle boats and kayaks. Store on site and they do activities during the week. Definitely more kids friendly I think. They do have a pool, park, dog park, lake and food trucks visits at times. They have community fires and dances. Pet friendly. Wood available on site.

      Cons- loud cars going all night, some lights in your face. Some people tend to fly down the road on golf carts. You can also hear the main road from the open style campsite. No privacy. People will walk threw your tent site. They will talk during the night while doing this, smoking seems to be allowed at pool. No fires between 9am-5pm.

      Overall we had a good time.

    • Paulina B.
      Jun. 21, 2024

      Thousand Trails Moody Beach

      Consider Thousand Trails Membership for Better Value

      Consider the Thousand Trails membership when booking this site. Our annual membership fees basically covered what it would cost to camp here for two weeks.

      The campground has good proximity to Orchard Beach and Portland. However, the spots are pretty tight, and the WiFi is awful away from the registration office. We were in the wooded area, but those camping on the outskirts seemed able to utilize their Starlink.

      The dog park and pool were small but nice. The bathroom facilities were pretty good, though they weren't cleaned as often as they should be.

    • C
      Apr. 11, 2021

      Paradise Park Resort

      Great clean campground

      Great campground, it is walking distance to Old Orchard beach and has large sites. Many family activities including fishing, 2 pools, a dog park, and a snack shack.

    • L
      Jul. 6, 2020

      Wakeda Campground, LLC

      Friendly, with a great location

      I came here last year with my dog.  We only stayed two nights.  It was his first time camping, so I made a note in my reservation request that I'd like a fairly remote site - just in case he got loud.  They put me in the perfect site, near the dog park (they have a dog park!).  When the forecast changed to thunderstorms, they let me switch my dates without any hassle.  The location is convenient for Newburyport, Portsmouth, and the Seacoast.   We ended up having a lovely stay.

      Just a note, I took my dog for a walk around the campground and noticed that many of the other sites were rather close together - including the cabins.  Some people don't mind, and even enjoy, close neighbors.  If you're like me, however, you'll want to ask for a more remote site.

      One more thing to note; I booked through Rover Pass and ended up paying them a fee.  Next time I'll contact the park directly.

      I'm looking forward to another trip soon!

    • Ryan P.
      Aug. 31, 2022

      Gunstock Campground

      Amazing stay

      Large campsites, clean amenities, nice dog park, great store with everything you need and located near like Winni.

    • p
      Jul. 18, 2021

      Wakeda Campground, LLC

      Great for kids and dogs!

      Nice clean camp ground. Beautiful dog park with agility course. Restrooms were clean and centrally located.

    • pThe Dyrt PRO User
      Aug. 15, 2022

      Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach

      Great place

      Absolutely beautiful! Clean, quiet, had a shaded site near the dog park which was awesome for us with our pups

    • G
      Aug. 21, 2020

      Wakeda Campground, LLC

      Seasonal camper oriented, but comfortable for a short stay

      We stayed for two nights at Wakeda with our travel trailer. The paved roads were a plus, as was a very level campsite. The majority of campers seemed to be there for the season and were their own little community. 

      Our full hookup site was very close to other sites, so unfortunately we had to deal with some noise issues. We could hear our neighbors loudly talking at 2 AM, and also were treated to the sound of the same neighbor's dog barking for hours during the when they left him alone. That being said, this was not the fault of the campground itself.

      Wakeda's proximity to Hampton Beach was awesome -- a less than 15-minute drive for us. We also enjoyed the dog park. It was spacious and well maintained.

    Guide to South Eliot

    Campers visiting South Eliot, Maine access diverse terrain ranging from inland wooded areas to coastal beaches within a 30-mile radius. The region maintains moderate summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak camping season from May through September. Fall camping offers vibrant foliage with temperatures dropping to 45-60°F by October when many campgrounds close for the season.

    What to do

    Water activities at Pawtuckaway State Park: The park offers prime spots for paddling with canoe and kayak rentals available. "This a a fantastic little camp for if you want to go canoeing or kayaking or boating of any kind! It's set up of three islands and a large majority of the campsites are right on the water," notes Matt R.

    Beach exploration from Libbys Oceanside Camp: Located in York Harbor, this oceanfront campground provides stunning coastal views. "This campsite has a great view over the ocean towards the lighthouse. The site is very tidy and toilets clean! Everything you would need available," according to Olaf.

    River paddling at Beaver Dam Campground: This Berwick campground offers tranquil pond and river access. "Small quiet campground not too far from Dover, NH. Sites are narrow but wooded. Bathrooms are modern and spotless. Owners on site are wonderful. The pond is tranquil and our site was right on the pond," reports Pat.

    Hiking near coastal areas: The region offers varied trails from wooded paths to coastal walks. "Not far from Boston, making this a nice escape but also a pretty crowded day use park and campground. Excellent hiking, beach, wildlife-filled wetlands, girding, geology, forests, and water to enjoy," shares Harry H. about Pawtuckaway State Park.

    What campers like

    Spacious, wooded sites at Old Stage Campground: This Dover campground offers privacy amid trees. "Sites are gravel and sand. Sites are wide I parked my truck next to camper and still had enough space for a safe fire in the pit. Nice painted picnic table, water turns on with ball valve," says Harold C.

    Clean facilities throughout the region: Campgrounds maintain high cleanliness standards. "This is one of the cleanest, most meticulously maintained campground we have been to. So quiet and peaceful as well. Wifi service was excellent," notes Rebecca S. about Sea Coast Camping in North Hampton.

    Family-friendly atmosphere: Many campgrounds prioritize safety and comfort for families. "Kid. Accommodating. Family friendly. Kid infested. Safe. Scenic. Perfect," shares Lyndzie O. about Old Stage Campground.

    Dog-friendly beach access at Wellington Camping Park: This pet-welcoming campground offers dedicated dog areas. "They have a special beach for your dog if you're a puppy owner like me this is one of the only campgrounds that is very pet friendly," explains Alley H.

    What you should know

    Seasonal operation limitations: Most dog friendly campgrounds near South Eliot operate from mid-May through October. "We stayed here twice, once in September 2013 and then again in September 2018 and it is one of my favorites," reports Ellen C. about Pawtuckaway State Park.

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