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Town Hall Road Dispersed's waterfront camping offers pet-friendly sites in the White Mountain National Forest near Stow, Maine. Dogs are welcome at these free primitive campsites spread along a dirt road approximately 10 minutes past residential areas, with many sites featuring river access. Most campsites include established fire rings and provide enough space between sites for privacy. The sites vary in size and levelness, with some accommodating small to medium RVs and campers while others are better suited for tent camping. Sites are first-come, first-served with no reservations available. Several campsites have direct paths to the river where dogs can cool off during warmer months. Each site contains only a fire ring with no other amenities or facilities.
Pets must remain under owner control at all Town Hall Road campsites, with most visitors keeping dogs on leash when outside their immediate camp area. Campers report the area is particularly good for dogs who enjoy water, with multiple access points to the river throughout the camping area. The road continues past several sites to hiking trails, including one leading to Mirror Lake that's suitable for dogs. Wildlife sightings are possible, including moose, so keeping pets secure is important. Some campers mention bringing extra water for pets during dry periods when the river level may be lower. The area has no cell service, so pet owners should note the locations of veterinary services in nearby towns before arriving. Campers should pack out all waste, including pet waste, as there are no trash facilities on site.
"Great privacy, lots of room, river for the dogs, gorgeous area!!"
"There were plenty of sites to choose from and most (not all) had access to the river as well as a fire ring. Sites were on a dirt road, but it was quiet for the most part."
"Only negative change is that dogs are no longer allowed in tent sites"
"Plenty to do at the campground and around the surrounding area for people
of all ages.
Remember you are in the mountains... you will see wildlife."
"Domestic pets allowed, no proof of vaccination required. Can hear the traffic from the nearby road occasionally but not consistently."
"Even though my dog joined in with some other camp dogs barking at people walking by (sorry neighbors), no one seemed to mind."
from $35 - $40 / night
Check Availability"A large wooden shelter stood over our picnic table, with a decent amount of space next to it for tents or a small camper."
"Great location with easy ride to all North Conway attractions. Nice hay ride and playground. The beach is sandy and lots of room to spread out. We visited Story Land and Mt."
"It’s located in Evan’s Notch, so close to many wonderful hiking trails and next to lovely Basin Pond. So quiet!"
"This campground has a day use area with a boat launch and picnic area on the right as you drive in. Non-motorized boats are allowed on the water and it’s a great swim spot in the summer."
from $30 / night
Check Availability"Very dog freindly, many hiking trails in the the area. Next to zero cell phone service."
"Great weather, easy drive in spot to camp at nt night. We arrived about midnight, paid via maildrop and were able to easily setup camp that evening."
from $30 - $44 / night
Check Availability"If you bring yoyr own kayaks there is a ruver with a take out close to the campground. U could walk back or drive in with a truck for pick up! This place is amazing! Will continue to go every year!"
"Perfect spot to relax and get away from everything. Great amount of amenities and privacy."
"The loop/trials across the street was a great walk for the dogs. There is a Walmart close by and tractor supply less then 5 minutes away for forgotten or need supplies. We stayed at campsite 7"
"This campground is just north bordering the White Mountain NF. Close to northern trailheads. NH take care in keeping their parks orderly. Nice site."
from $35 - $45 / night
Check Availability"They have bike rentals, disc golf, ping pong table, outside big chess game, pool, outlet shopping was near by, near by historic sites, like kangamangus Highway, diana’s Bath, cathedral ledge, we went"
"People to our left and the ones behind us were annual vistors to this campground. We are new to Rving it was refreshing to be around such nice people."
"Into the Whites from West Bethel, Crocker Pond is an off the beaten path car camping destination. Beautiful place to set up camp for a night to 14 days."
"With no one else around we thought, “welcome to the perfect campsite.” Each site offers a picnic table, fire ring, and access to the pond."
from $18 / night
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ScoutThe grounds are well maintained with flowers planted everywhere. Staff is extra friendly. Bathrooms and showers could use updating but were spotless. Very pet friendly with dog park, agility equipment, dog pond and dog wash.
GuideThe Chocorua KOA is a great campground with super friendly staff, a variety of sites and lots of activities and things to do for everyone in the family.
We stayed with two other families on pull-through full hook-up sites 43, 45, and 47. Although we were on the main road, we really enjoyed these sites. They were wooded and in a central location close to the playgrounds, pavilion, beach and nature trails. Site 45 was pretty narrow but the other two sites had a bit more space so we mostly used 43 and 47 to hang out. We especially loved that the pull-through road behind our sites was not a main access road so we had a nice long stretch of road that was just for us. We played games and the kids road bikes without having to worry about cars driving through.
There are also a lot of really nice tent sites along the water, cabins, teepees, lodges and great areas for groups to camp. They are fairly strict with quiet hours so it is a very quiet campground at night.
The facilities are nice and clean. The pavilion and fire pit area are a nice place to gather with games and a mining station to enjoy. There are two playgrounds for little and big kids. The bathrooms are quite dated but clean. The pool is freezing cold so the kids didn’t swim much. The beach area is small and not deep enough to swim but the kids enjoyed playing in the sand and water. There are a lot of options for boat rentals- paddle boats, kayaks, canoes, paddle boards, and row boats. There is a beautiful board walk that leads through the marsh to a system of short nature trails. We really enjoyed walking the trails though some need a lot of work due to fallen trees and overgrowth. There were also a lot of free activities for the kids like crafts, wagon rides and games with a full schedule of events. You really never have to leave this campground!
This is also an incredibly dog-friendly campground with a fun dog park, a special swimming pond just for dogs and doggie day care available. This is one of the most pet loving campgrounds we’ve ever camped in and our pup loved it!!
We had a great trip and will definitely be back!
TravelerLarge campsites, clean amenities, nice dog park, great store with everything you need and located near like Winni.
ScoutWe enjoyed our stay here and our dog loved the dog park! We would highly recommend this campground.
TravelerUpon arrival staff was nice. They did ask for $10 cash gate card fee. At the time of rival I did not have cash on me. They did allow me to pay it later on during our visit. As we traveled the road to our camp site I was disappointed in the condition of the roads and how tight everything is. Again, the campsite was beautiful with access and frontage on the pond. I was also not impressed with the dog park it was quite a hike from our campsite and near the office. It would have been nicer to have the dog park in the camping area. The day we were leaving we made a special trip to the atm, to get the required $10 cash fee. As we departed I went into the office to check out, return the gate card, and pay the fee. At that time, I handed the clerk the $10 and explained that I owed it. She in turn explained that I did not owe them any money as the $10 was a deposit in case you did not return the card. I was less than impressed with how that was explained at the beginning and the additional trip we had to make.
TravelerIt was an easy campground to navigate. We were so fortunate, we stayed at another campground and check out was at noon. We were sitting on the side of the foothills entrance ( check in time was 2:00), the owner allowed us to enter early. I would like to thank him very much for that. The new owners are working diligently on updating the facilities and working very hard doing it. While we were there they were working on one of the roads that got a bit washed out, and also working on updating the dog park. Campground is very clean. Only draw back was it is very close to Route 16 and some places in campground were a bit noisy. We were so happy to have visited this site!
GuideThis campground overall is very nice. The camp store has most everything you could need, and the campground is gated so you have to make sure you keep your key card with you whenever leaving in order to get back in. Most of the sites are out in the open though, or very close together. Not so bad if you're camping in trailers or RVs, but if tent camping you won't really have any privacy in those locations. I recommend the sites back in Breezy Knolls (K01-K17 I think?) and then I believe sites 203 and 205 were nice and tucked away in the trees as well. There is a zip line course and a metal "slide" or coaster behind the Breezy Knolls area which can get kind of noisy between the sounds of the gear and the kids screaming. Lol. But it didn't really bother me personally. The wooded area back there is beautiful though so the sites definitely made up for it. Campground has a fenced in dog park, playground, showers, clean bathrooms, and laundry facilities. Would definitely camp here again. I just prefer the wooded/shaded tent sites...which are limited at this place.
RangerVery nice campground. Plenty of space for 2 vehicles in campsite. Sites are spacious and and shaded. Flush toilets well stocked and clean. Showers available at camp store. Very nice and helpful staff. Surprising that campground does not allow pets. The campground is close to main road and was noisy at night. Visitor center and Flume Trail are nearby.
TravelerWe chose this campground because it was close to a festival we wanted to check out. Upon arrival we could not find the office. We had to stop a camper who was walking and ask her where the office was. The workers were less than helpful. To many seasonal campers. The sites were to close. The owners were dog breed prejudice. There was a whole paper full of rules if you brought a pet. We are big dog lovers of all breeds and took offense to them being so against certain breeds even being on there property. I will say that the bathrooms were very clean and seemed new.
Town Hall Road Dispersed camping area sits in the White Mountain National Forest about 10 minutes past residential areas of Stow, Maine at an elevation of approximately 700 feet. The dirt forest road provides access to several primitive campsites spread along the route with many offering Saco River access. Weather varies significantly throughout the camping season, with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during the day and 50-60°F at night, while spring and fall can be considerably cooler.
Hike to Mirror Lake: Continue past the camping area to access the trail leading to Mirror Lake. "A hiking trail up the road if you go to the very top (I think for Mirror Lake?) otherwise you won't have anything else to see that far up," notes Mark M. about Town Hall Road Dispersed.
Explore Evans Notch: Just 30 minutes from Stow, the Evans Notch area offers multiple trails. "A great basecamp for many hikes in Evans Notch. All the sites are large, flat and the ones on the outer perimeter are very private as they abut the woods," writes Michele S. about Basin Campground.
Kayaking and canoeing: The rivers around Stow provide excellent paddling opportunities. "The beach is sandy and lots of room to spread out," mentions Katelyn D. at Eastern Slope Camping Area, which offers access to the Saco River.
River access: Many campsites along the rivers provide water recreation. "The sites vary in size and levelness, with some accommodating small to medium RVs and campers while others are better suited for tent camping," according to reviews of Town Hall Road Dispersed.
Privacy between sites: Campers appreciate the spacing at Dry River Campground in Crawford Notch State Park. "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," explains Jean C.
Natural swimming holes: The cold, clear rivers provide natural swimming spots. "Crystal clear, ice cold and refreshing. Tube, swim or dip your feet it is a great way to spend the afternoon," reports Brian G. about the Saco River swimming hole at Glen Ellis Family Campground.
Campsite availability: Most dispersed sites operate on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations. "Sites are first-come, first-served with no reservations available," is common at free camping areas like Town Hall Road.
Wildlife considerations: Bears are active in the White Mountain region. "They circled our camper at night. It was incredible to watch. Of course we never left any food out!" shares Liz S. from Saco River Camping Area.
Cell service limitations: Many camping areas have poor or no cell reception. "The area has no cell service, so note the locations of veterinary services in nearby towns before arriving," is important to remember, especially when traveling with pets.
Weather preparedness: Mountain weather can change quickly. At Crocker Pond, Dennis B. notes, "We were pleased to find the campground mostly empty 4th of July week. It's beautiful and peaceful (if you're alone). Lots of bullfrogs, the water was pristine and the barred owls were singing."
Kid-friendly swimming: The gentle rivers around Stow provide safe swimming for children. At Papoose Pond Family Campground, Kaileigh K. reports, "We had an amazing first camping experience for our 2 year old here! The campsite was large and private with good distance between the next sites."
Educational wildlife viewing: The area offers opportunities to observe wildlife safely. "We also saw lots of trillium and lady slippers on a nearby hike. Really outstanding view right at the campground picnic area," shares Rebecca D. about Basin Campground.
Designated family areas: Some campgrounds have specific family sections. "This campground was operating under a serve-yourself basis when I camped in October, 2021. I reserved my spot, #10, online less than a week before," explains Skyler about Dry River Campground.
Site selection for larger vehicles: Not all dispersed sites can accommodate RVs. "There are a good mix of tent and small/medium camper sites. Many of the sites are right on the side of the road," notes Bob G. about Town Hall Road.
Leveling challenges: Prepare for uneven terrain at many sites. "There was room for my Jeep Grand Cherokee towing a squaredrop camper to pass the very few oncoming vehicles we encountered," Bob G. continues regarding Town Hall Road.
Limited solar options: For those needing power, some sites have better sun exposure. "If all we needed was a campsite with no solar or starlink, this would be 5 star review. Lots of options, great hiking in the area. But if you need solar or starlink, there's only 1 or 2 viable spots," explains Rebecca B. about the dog friendly campgrounds near Stow.
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