Best Tent Camping near Newry, ME

The White Mountains region surrounding Newry, Maine offers diverse tent camping options from secluded forest sites to remote lakeside campgrounds. White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road provides multiple primitive tent sites on a dead-end dirt road with no facilities but excellent privacy, while the Wild River Wilderness Area spans parts of both New Hampshire and Maine with designated backcountry tent sites throughout the protected forest land. Umbagog Lake State Park, though technically in New Hampshire, provides remote tent-only sites accessible by boat within reasonable distance of Newry.

Most tent camping areas near Newry lack basic amenities, requiring campers to pack in all water and supplies. White Mountains sites on Little Larry Road feature basic fire rings but no toilets, running water, or trash disposal. Tent platforms are common at established backcountry sites like Blue Brook Tent Site, offering level sleeping surfaces in otherwise uneven terrain. In reviews, one camper described the Little Larry Road sites as "huge and spread out so you are not on top of each other," making them ideal for those seeking privacy. Bear activity is reported at higher sites, necessitating proper food storage. Road conditions vary significantly, with some tent campgrounds requiring high-clearance vehicles or short hikes from parking areas.

Tent campers in the Newry region benefit from proximity to hiking trails and water features. According to feedback on The Dyrt, "Even on weekends, many sites remain available" at Little Larry Road, unlike more developed campgrounds that fill quickly during summer months. Remote Sites at Umbagog Lake State Park offer tent platforms, pit toilets, and picnic tables with extensions for camp stoves—luxuries compared to more primitive options. Several sites provide access to streams for filtering water, with one visitor noting "a nice stream at the top site." Winter conditions typically close most tent camping areas from late October through May, with spring bringing significant mud and black flies before the prime summer camping season begins in June.

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Tent Camping Reviews near Newry, ME

916 Reviews of 48 Newry Campgrounds


  • Sarah C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 5, 2020

    White Birches Camping Park

    A little something for everyone

    This Camping Park has something for just about everyone. Whether you have an RV (small, medium or large), tent, are looking for a cabin or want a little more of a wilderness feel, this place has something to offer. 

    While the campground looks to be primarily RV camping from the road, there are many tent sites tucked away in the trees and even two sites that are walk-in only and are situated right on the Androscoggin River. Additionally, the campground has several nice cabins available as well.

    Let's start with the RV sites: there are a bunch! This campground also hosts many seasonal campers who have sites situated around the perimeter of both sides of the campground (split by Route 2). Seasonal campers have some pretty sweet set-ups for sure. The only downside to some of the RV spots is that they can be in the sun almost all day which can be a bit much in the heart of the summer. Otherwise, sites are well maintained and have all the normal hookups for RVs.

    Tent sites are well spaced and almost all of them are in the shade which is a huge bonus! Each site has a picnic table, fire ring and nice level spot to pitch your tent. Bath houses are conveniently located throughout the campground and are well maintained. 

    The two walk-in tent sites are very secluded and offer fire rings, picnic tables, a bear box and one of the two sites has a wooden tent platform. The second site's tent platform is currently being built (July 2020) and should be at the site and ready for use soon. These sites sit right on the beautiful Androscoggin River, offering a serene backdrop for your camping adventure.

    The campground is situated in-between two large tracts of the White Mountain National Forest. Great hiking is available at the campground as well as a short drive away. If hiking is a hobby of yours, look no further! This is a great location to base yourself out of to get some solid miles under your belt. There is a campground office that has a small store as well as laundry facilities. They also offer an AT Hiker Hostel. They also have a nice heated swimming pool, playground and many other amenities. When there isn't a global health pandemic, they have a bouncy house for the kids. They often show movies on the lawn when the weather cooperates. They also rent kayaks and you can launch from the campground or they will shuttle you some place near by.

    It really is a campground with a little bit of everything! Owned by locals of the community who have run the place for over 25 years.

  • Jean C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 27, 2018

    Big Rock

    WMNF rustic campground on the Kanc

    There are 2 Big Rock Campgrounds in NH and they are very different! This is not the resort campground convenient to ATV trails, but a rustic campground offering large, level, wooded sites along the Kancamagus Highway just 2 miles east of the Lincoln Woods Visitor Center. It's a great location for exploring the sites and beautiful vistas along the Kancamagus, easy access to Franconia Notch and Lincoln, NH. Lincoln also offers a grocery store, restaurants, stores selling outdoor gear, moose tours, and adventure tours (zip/climbing).

    Some of the sites are tent only, with parking separated from the tent pad/fire ring/picnic table. Others are large and level with ample space for RVs. You'll get some traffic noise, but there's less here than at places along 3 & 93.

    There are no reservations; all sites are first-come, first serve and it's open from mid-May to mid-October. Bring cash or a check to pay for your campsite. It's self-service with an iron ranger. Fee (2018) is $22, an extra $5 for a second car.

    Water is available. There are vault toilets and no showers. No cell phone service.

  • Sarah C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 31, 2017

    Dolly Copp Campground

    Just on the edge of town

    This is a perfectly situated campground. Just off the main road connection Gorham and North Conway (Route 16), this campground is just minutes from town but has a wonderful wilderness feel. While this is a relatively large campground, a significant portion of it is under construction currently (Summer 2017).

    There are several loops of sites here but each site is spacious and wooded, with lot's of shade. There are flush toilets (no showers) and water spigots throughout the campground. Some sites do experience a bit of foot traffic if they are on the way to one of the restrooms.

    There is a small welcome/registration building where you stop to register on your way in. Be careful driving through the campground, the roads are in rough shape due to the construction.

    Sites have very clean fire pits, picnic tables and plenty of space for pitching a tent or two. There are several sites here that cater more to RVs but many of the sites are very tent friendly (soft, non-gravel real estate). Sites are $22/night and $5 for each additional vehicle.

    This is a popular spot with lot's of amazing hiking in the vicinity so reserve early!

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 6, 2024

    Dry River Campground — Crawford Notch State Park

    Nice place

    Cool location right on the edge of the Dry River Wilderness. Great Basecamp for lots of hikes in the area. Some spots are right on the highway with not much tree cover in between so can be loud. Some walk in sites with platforms are further from the road

    Vid is from the river off the trail that starts in the campground

  • Sarah C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 5, 2020

    Hastings Campground

    Wonderful Fall Location

    This quiet spot is perfect for late season camping in the fall in New England. It is relatively small but there is a host on site who was incredibly friendly and attentive. Situated just off the Wild River and off of major roads, Hastings was incredibly peaceful while we were there. The sites are nicely spaced out and most have small wooded sections in between them for privacy. Additionally, sites are meticulously kept as are the two pit toilets available. 

    There is a water spogit a short walk from most campsites. Each site has a fire ring with grate, clear flat spots for pitching a tent or backing in an RV. Since I'm not an RV camper, I didn't pay much attention to those ameneties. Sites have a nice picnic table as well. There is plenty of space at each site to pitch a tent or two as well as a canapoy of some sort if you want. 

    While this place can get busy in the summer season, it's perfect for those in between seasons and super close to some great hiking in the White Mountains!

  • Kate K.
    Aug. 22, 2019

    Hancock Campground

    The White Mountains Stole My Heart!

    We had a last minute change of plans to our hiking trip due to a delay. We wouldn’t have the time to hike into our pre planned area before dark, so decided to set up shop here. This place was actually pretty great. Each site was pretty large and most of them had access to the river. Which had nice areas for swimming and wading. Each site had its own bear box and it was only a short hike down from the car. The park connected directly to some beautiful AT trails that we took advantage of the next day. It was also pretty cheap! $12 or $15 if I remember correctly. All self registration.

  • Jean C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 26, 2018

    Dry River Campground — Crawford Notch State Park

    Nice base for exploring Crawford Notch

    This state park campground located between Rte 302 and the Dry River in Crawford Notch is a great location for exploring family friendly trails to (Sawyer Pond, Arethusa Falls, Willard Cliffs to name a few) or longer excursions to Mt Washington and other peaks in the Whites & Presidentials. Story Land is an easy drive, too, if you have young children.

    Fees are a reasonable $25/night. Facilities include clean bathrooms with showers. In addition to the full-service, handicap accessible wash house, there are vault toilets around the loop. Cell service is poor to absent throughout Crawford Notch. If you need to connect, drive south toward Bartlett or North to Bretton Woods.

    Sites are spacious, level, and wooded, though some have no real demarcation between them. This can be good if you are with friends and reserve sites side by side (2 & 3; 12 & 13), Because most of the sites are on the outside of the loop or opposite sides of the road, you won't feel surrounded. There are no hookups. Site are back-in. A few of the drive-to sites include small lean-tos. In addition, there are a few sites that are more secluded, set back further in the woods and providing a tent platform as well as a fire ring and picnic table. The entire campground is close to the road, so you will hear traffic noise. Sites 27-31 are particularly close to the main road. Although sites 2-7 appear to be far from the river, it's still just a short walk. There's a formal trail to the river from the back of the loop, near 16B (lean-to). Reservations open 11 months in advance. Mid-Oct to Dec 1 sites are walk-in only. Pre-register online and bring your print-out with you to save yourself some time.

    There's no camp store, though they do have firewood for sale if you see someone. During the peak season, i expect the sites fill up in advance, but this early in the season there were sites available for Friday night when I checked in (though most only for 1 night; Saturday night was definitely harder to come by). If you haven't stocked up in advance, your best bet for groceries when coming from the south/east are Grant's Supermarket at the junction of 302 & 16 or your choice of major supermarkets in Conway.

  • L
    May. 30, 2019

    Guyot Shelter - Dispersed Camping

    Amazing Views

    Step walk in and out though most of the tent plat forms have amazing views. I have stayed here twice and had great experiences. A outhouse is located at this tent site as well as pump-able water, bear boxes and a shelter. Great place to stay on the Pemi Loop. It is a carry in carry out campsite.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 18, 2024

    Grafton Notch Campground

    Five years later, still five stars!

    General: Small (15-site) campground near Grafton Notch State Park (but not IN the park). No hookups. Not all will agree with me, but I am glad no generators are allowed.

    Site Quality: Sites are gravel, level, and have enough trees to afford privacy between sites. 

    Bath/Shower House: It is immaculately clean. Each gender has two stalls and one ADA-accessible shower. The shower has nice warm water and a great flow. There is also a very clean vault toilet. 

    Activities/Amenities: Horseshoes and cornhole in the lawn area in the center. Information on many local hikes. Rocky beach has tables where you can sit and relax. There are two dishwashing sinks, potable water, and a dump station. 

    What makes this campground shine is the owner, Mo. We’ve stayed in many campgrounds but hands down, Mo takes more pride in her campground than any other we’ve been in. Seasonal decorations, flower pots, and Mo is an on-site presence to answer questions, engage in conversation, and make sure the sites and all facilities are pristine. We stayed here five years ago and look forward to hopefully staying again in the future. About the only thing I can find fault with is the proximity to the road but even at that, road noise is minimal.


Guide to Newry

Tent campsites near Newry, Maine sit within the rugged western Maine mountains at elevations between 700-1,500 feet. The region experiences warm summers with temperatures typically ranging from 65-80°F during peak camping months of June through September, while evenings cool to 45-60°F. Campers should prepare for frequent afternoon thunderstorms in summer months, with precipitation affecting the area approximately 13 days per month during the camping season.

What to do

Wildlife photography opportunities: At Remote Sites — Umbagog Lake State Park, campers can capture images of diverse wildlife. One visitor noted, "You can kayak with Bald Eagles soaring over your head, swim in a crystal clear lake and enjoy a near wilderness camping experience." The lake and surrounding forests provide habitat for moose, bears, and various bird species including loons.

Paddling adventures: For campers with their own watercraft, the numerous lakes and rivers offer excellent paddling routes. The remote campsites at Stephen Phillips Memorial Preserve Wilderness provide access to Mooselookmeguntic Lake, where "The lake is great for exploring both day and night. I've personally never seen so many stars as I did our on the lake in the evenings." Multiple campers mention bringing or renting canoes to transport gear to island sites.

Hiking from campsites: Several primitive camping areas connect directly to trail networks. Hikers can access the Appalachian Trail from various points near Newry. One camper at Blue Brook Tent Site shared, "We decided to do a little day hike up to a view point once we got ourselves set up for the evening. It's about a half mile or so toward Rim Junction and the trail pops out on a little rocky ledge."

What campers like

Privacy between sites: At primitive tent campgrounds near Newry, the spacing between sites is frequently mentioned as a benefit. A camper at White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road described it as "8 huge, beautiful campsites in the heavily wooded Evans Notch section of The White Mountains National Forest. It's easy to forget there are other people camping on other sites because they're so far apart."

Stream access for water: Many sites feature natural water sources useful for filtering. According to one camper, "Highwater trail with bridge close by. Great stars. Creek runs through road near sites good for getting water to filter or washing." These water features provide practical utility while enhancing the camping experience.

Night sky viewing: The minimal light pollution in the area creates exceptional stargazing conditions. A visitor to the Hogan Road Pulloff described it as an "amazing lil spot, a pull off the wild rocky road. very private. right next to a serene view of the lake." Several reviewers specifically mention the quality of star visibility from their campsites.

What you should know

Bear safety requirements: Bear activity is common in the region, particularly at higher elevations. A reviewer at Northern Waters Base Camp warned about proper food storage, noting that some sites provide "a kitchen area with a bear box. Be advised that the box is significantly rusted and quite gross when you open it." At other sites without infrastructure, hanging food becomes necessary.

Water treatment essentials: No potable water exists at most primitive sites. According to campers, "The water source is a freely flowing little flume just down a little path from the shelter. The water seemed to have tannins, but was fine, and were filtered it anyways." Pack water filtration equipment for any tent camping trip in this area.

Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies dramatically by site and carrier. One camper reported, "Even had a cell signal that gave data with a weboost" at White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road, while others noted service only at specific sites: "Site 4 and 5 get some cell service." Most remote areas have no connectivity.

Tips for camping with families

Island camping options: For families wanting a unique experience, island campsites provide natural boundaries for children. A reviewer at Hogan Road Pulloff near Appalachian Trail shared, "About 1km (.6 miles) of gravel road, easy enough for a big road bike, but don't go any further as it gets rough. Plenty of trees to hang your hammock. Enough space to put up to 3-5 tents."

Bug preparation: Insect protection is essential, particularly in early summer. Multiple campers emphasize bringing repellent, noting "Bring the bug spray mosquitoes are fierce!" Ticks are also present in the area, requiring regular checks after outdoor activities.

Weather readiness: Mountain weather changes rapidly and unexpectedly. A camper advised, "Weather can change quickly out there. Gets windy. So be prepared." Families should pack clothing for temperature swings of 30+ degrees between day and night, even in summer months.

Tips from RVers

Alternative accommodations: Most dispersed tent camping sites near Newry cannot accommodate RVs due to narrow, rough access roads. One review states, "These campsites are located on a dead end dirt road... The road is uphill." RV campers should consider established campgrounds further from Newry or use tents at primitive sites.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Newry, ME?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Newry, ME is White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road with a 5-star rating from 6 reviews.

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