Best Campgrounds near West Newbury, MA

Campgrounds near West Newbury, Massachusetts range from state parks to private RV resorts, with most facilities concentrated within a 20-mile radius. Salisbury Beach State Reservation offers waterfront camping with electric hookups and is open from early May to mid-October. Other nearby options include Lorraine Park Campground at Harold Parker State Forest in Andover and Tuxbury Pond RV Campground in South Hampton, New Hampshire, which accommodates tents, RVs, and cabins. Most developed campgrounds in the area provide a mix of wooded and open sites with varying levels of privacy and amenities.

The camping season in this region typically runs from May through October, with limited options available during winter months. Many campgrounds require reservations, especially for summer weekends and holidays. A camper noted, "If you're looking for privacy and quiet, this isn't the place for you. However, you can't beat the location and it's a great place to go with a group." Water and electric hookups are common at established campgrounds, though full hookups are primarily available at private RV parks. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the area, with some campgrounds reporting 1-3 bars of coverage. Weather conditions are typically mild during the camping season, though coastal locations may experience stronger winds.

Waterfront camping receives consistently high ratings from visitors, particularly at Salisbury Beach State Reservation where campsites are close to the ocean. According to one review, "The site pad made leveling a breeze, and it was nice to have the water and electricity - not something you always find at Massachusetts State Park campgrounds." For those seeking more seclusion, Harold Parker State Forest offers wooded sites with greater separation between neighbors. Many campgrounds in the region provide recreational amenities including swimming areas, hiking trails, and fishing opportunities. Several reviewers mentioned the convenience of these campgrounds for exploring coastal attractions while still having a forested camping experience. Massachusetts state parks enforce a no-alcohol policy, which some campers noted as a drawback compared to private campgrounds in the area.

Best Camping Sites Near West Newbury, Massachusetts (124)

    1. Salisbury Beach State Reservation

    26 Reviews
    Salisbury, MA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 462-4481

    $28 - $38 / night

    "However, you can’t beat the location and it’s a great place to go with a group."

    "We stayed in a site right next to a large bathhouse with showers, plentiful stalls, and water bottle fill-up and rinse off station."

    2. Lorraine Park Campground — Harold Parker State Forest

    33 Reviews
    North Reading, MA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 475-7972

    $17 - $35 / night

    "north of Boston and <5 miles from the interstate, Lorraine Park campground at Harold Parker State Forest provides ample on-site activities and also serves as a jumping off point for exploring the Massachusetts"

    "You could be tucked away from everyone or closer together depending on the site you choose but they are all pretty decent in size. All sites have water which is a plus."

    3. Tuxbury Pond RV Campground

    14 Reviews
    South Hampton, NH
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "entrance (seems to happen frequently, I guess)."

    "We went just for one night with a tent because our 5 years old loooves camping, so we reserved this at the last minute, and when we get there, well, the tent sites are way too close to each other, thank"

    4. Beach Rose RV Park

    13 Reviews
    Salisbury, MA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 463-0226

    "Beach Rose RV Park in Salisbury, Massachusetts is a small, friendly, family-owned campground near the beach."

    "Kids had enough driving for the day so we had to stop. We called last min and were thankful they had a spot. Arrived at dark and they were friendly and accommodating."

    5. Wakeda Campground, LLC

    16 Reviews
    Exeter, NH
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 772-5274

    $48 - $97 / night

    "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."

    "Our full hookup site was very close to other sites, so unfortunately we had to deal with some noise issues."

    6. Pawtuckaway State Park Campground

    44 Reviews
    Raymond, NH
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 895-3031

    $29 - $140 / night

    "Much of the lake is better suited to paddle craft rather than motor boats due to it's shallow nature and rocks. The an expansive beach as well, a camp store and boat rentals."

    "We were caught off guard by how far we had to drive from the entrance into the park to reach out campsite, but that was great - far away from the road."

    7. Hampton Beach State Park Campground

    7 Reviews
    Hampton, NH
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 926-8990

    $70 / night

    "One side of the campground is bordered by an inlet that fishing boats use to head out from the harbor. Another side is sand dunes, that are the south end of Hampton beach."

    "Hampton Beach SP is a small beachside campground for self-contained RVs only; if you’re in a tent, you may want to look south to Salisbury SP just a few miles across the border into MA."

    8. Sea Coast Camping and RV Resort

    10 Reviews
    North Hampton, NH
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 964-5730

    "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."

    9. Cape Ann Camp Site

    16 Reviews
    Gloucester, MA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 283-8683

    $36 - $44 / night

    "Perfect location with access to Rockport - a beautiful place to visit, shop, eat & a great little trail with great views Beach down the street was big, beautiful and low tide was unexpected as you"

    "Beautiful campsite, nice sized sites surrounded by trees so it felt pretty private. Bathrooms and showers well maintained, 25 cents for 5 minute shower."

    10. The Pines Camping Area

    4 Reviews
    Salisbury, MA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 465-0013

    $35 - $46 / night

    "There’s not much around here to do, but for us we enjoyed the calmness."

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Recent Reviews near West Newbury, MA

649 Reviews of 124 West Newbury Campgrounds


  • Lin C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 10, 2025

    Spacious Skies French Pond

    Best Camp in the area

    I am enjoying this camp still, even after 6 months. Management is wonderful and attentive. They take great care of the whole camp and us campers. Fun events are scheduled on the regular!

  • Anonymous A.
    Oct. 8, 2025

    Libbys Oceanside Camp

    Mesmerizing Experience Stunning Sunsets & Sunrises right from your campsite

     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 chair appreciating the tranquil and serene view. You are steps away from the beach from the time you arrive to the time you departed the staff is always available and always willing to help, answer any questions and give recommendations where to go eat and shop. Very clean restrooms, clean showers, clean laundry room. We enjoyed watching the surfers right from our campsite. Nubble Light house is minutes away from the campsites you can see the lighthouse from the campsite. 

    A great place to eat breakfast were the locals go is called Ricks Blue Jay Cafe minutes away on US1 fabulous food.  Go to Granite Whale Watching at Rye, Maine, visit Beach town village in York Maine great little shops and ice cream shops.

    We highly recommended this campground we will definitely return! :-)

  • Julie A.
    Sep. 30, 2025

    Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park™ Camp Resort, Lakes Region

    Downhill since new management

    Yogi’s Jellystone Park– Milton, New Hampshire: Seasonal Camper Review I have been camping at Yogi’s Jellystone Park in Milton for five years, including the last two as a seasonal camper. Unfortunately, my recent experiences under new management have been disappointing and frustrating. Pet Fence Policy and Safety Concerns
At the start of this season, the new general manager, Amanda, instructed me to remove my pet fence, citing liability issues. Despite my having signed a waiver absolving the park of responsibility for my dog’s actions, she insisted on its removal without providing a clear explanation. I complied reluctantly, only to observe many other campsites retaining similar pet fences throughout the season, including one seasonal camper who kept theirs up all season and transient sites with fences as well. This inconsistent enforcement of rules is unfair and undermines trust. After seeing others with pet fences, I reinstated mine to protect my dog, especially after two incidents where loose dogs entered my site and charged at my dog. Amanda then threatened me with non-renewal of my seasonal contract if I did not remove the fence again, forcing me to comply once more. I wrote to corporate regarding this issue since Amanda was of no help but never heard back from corporate. Loss of Seasonal Site and Corporate Decisions
Yogi’s removed nine seasonal sites this year, including mine, with little warning. This decision affects long-term campers, some with over 20 years of history at the park. It appears motivated by corporate interests, favoring transient sites or cabins, which generate more revenue. The loss of a seasonal site after investing time, effort, and money into making it beautiful is deeply disheartening and reflects poor management priorities. Entertainment and Atmosphere
Adult entertainment offerings have drastically declined. This year’s highlight was a 30-minute Saturday night hayride, with no live bands in the pavilion throughout the entire season. Under previous management, live music was a regular and enjoyable feature. The lack of engaging activities diminishes the overall campground experience. Myself and other campers offered suggestions to management regarding entertainment for adults but they didn't take any of our suggestions. Bear Interaction
Despite the park’s theme, sightings of Yogi Bear are rare. On one occasion, a golf cart carrying excited children stopped to see Yogi Bear, but the character ignored them and drove past without interaction, which was very disappointing. Management and Staff Attitude
Amanda, the general manager, presents as unapproachable and aloof. She did not introduce herself to seasonal campers at the beginning of the season, many of whom do not even know what she looks like and the camping season ends in just a couple of weeks. Most staff members also exhibit a snobbish attitude, often failing to acknowledge campers, which creates an unwelcoming environment. Cost and Recommendation
The campground is overpriced relative to the quality of experience and level of service provided. Given the inconsistent rule enforcement, loss of seasonal sites, diminished entertainment, and poor management attitude, I cannot recommend Yogi’s Jellystone Park in Milton NH Those interested in a Yogis campground should consider other locations.

  • S
    Sep. 26, 2025

    Salisbury Beach State Reservation

    Only a 4 because of out of stater price

    Campsites are close together, but the beach is amazing. Especially in the off season.

  • Mindie C.
    Sep. 20, 2025

    Hanscom AFB FamCamp

    Great stop

    Lovely campground. Clean, good WiFi. Kind campers. Will be back

  • Mindie C.
    Sep. 16, 2025

    York Beach Camper Park

    Hideaway

    Don’t let the entrance turn you off. Once you get back into the campgrounds, it’s so cute. You are nestled in the woods. You feel like you are in the Forest but so close to the ocean. It’s calm and peaceful. The owners are so friendly and kind.

  • SkipperAllen C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2025

    Wompatuck State Park Campground

    Very nice stopover

    Good place to spend the night.It was quiet comfortable and plenty of room between campsites


Guide to West Newbury

Camping options near West Newbury, Massachusetts focus primarily on woodland and coastal settings within a 30-mile radius. The region sits at the intersection of the Merrimack River Valley and coastal lowlands, with elevations rarely exceeding 400 feet. Summer temperatures typically range from 65-85°F with moderate humidity levels, while spring and fall camping seasons often experience significant temperature variations between day and night.

What to do

Kayaking at Pawtuckaway State Park: Located about 30 miles from West Newbury, this park offers excellent paddling opportunities on its interconnected pond system. A camper noted, "This is 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." Pawtuckaway State Park Campground rents canoes and kayaks on-site during summer months.

Beach activities at Hampton Beach: Only 15 miles northeast of West Newbury, this oceanfront area combines camping with typical beach entertainment. According to a visitor, "The oceanfront location is classic NE style summer camping. Also classic NE style, it's packed in the summers. We caught the tail end of the season last year and the beach was super peaceful and much quieter than in high season." Hampton Beach features weekly fireworks displays throughout July and August.

Explore coastal towns: The Cape Ann Camp Site in Gloucester (28 miles south) provides an excellent base for exploring historic coastal communities. A camper shared, "Cape Anne is beautiful. Perfect location with access to Rockport - a beautiful place to visit, shop, eat & a great little trail with great views. Beach down the street was big, beautiful and low tide was unexpected as you could walk for ever."

What campers like

Privacy at wooded sites: Unlike the beachfront campgrounds, Lorraine Park Campground at Harold Parker State Forest offers secluded camping about 16 miles from West Newbury. A camper observed, "Nice sites in deep woods. Convenient location, but still let's you get away. Nice wooded sites." Another mentioned, "The sites are huge with space in between. They keep the bathrooms very clean. There are lots of trails and ponds."

Weekend entertainment: Some of the best places to camp near West Newbury offer organized activities to enhance weekend stays. At Tuxbury Pond RV Campground, a camper described an unexpected entertainment experience: "The live band was good & the stand up comedy was awesome. For the most part, the comedians kept it fairly clean & our 9 yr old did not get any of the jokes that were a little sassy."

Waterfront camping options: Many campers prefer sites directly on water bodies. One camper at Pawtuckaway said, "The sites on the water book up quickly but they're perfect for fishing and boating. Also, the view!" Water access sites typically cost $5-10 more per night than standard sites and should be reserved 3-6 months in advance during peak season.

What you should know

Seasonal operation limitations: Most campgrounds in the region have limited operating seasons. The Pines Camping Area in Salisbury runs "April 1 to Columbus Day" while Beach Rose RV Park operates "Apr 1 - Nov 15." Winter camping options are extremely limited, with only a few primitive sites available in certain areas.

Site size variations: Beach Rose RV Park exemplifies the space constraints common at private campgrounds in the area. As one reviewer noted, "Great campground, though spaces are small, place is clean, nice pool and staff is very friendly, helpful and responsive! It's only about a mile from the beach. We thought the small campsites would bother us, but after one day we got used to it and it was fine."

Reservation requirements: Advanced planning is essential, especially for summer weekends. A Hampton Beach visitor shared, "It is very difficult to get reservations as it is extremely popular." Most state parks open their reservation systems 6 months in advance, while private campgrounds often begin taking reservations for the following year as early as September.

Tips for camping with families

Look for activity options: Families often prefer campgrounds with built-in entertainment. At Wakeda Campground, a camper noted, "Its a nice no frills campground. We stayed in one of cabins and it served its purpose especially during a passing storm. It was nice to sit in the front porch and watch the storm. The location is great being 10 minutes or so from Hampton beach."

Consider shower facilities: When camping with children, clean and accessible shower facilities become important. At Sea Coast Camping and RV Resort, a family commented, "This is one of the cleanest, most meticulously maintained campground we have been to. So quiet and peaceful as well. Wifi service was excellent." The campground provides modern bathroom facilities with hot showers.

Pet policies vary seasonally: Families with dogs should check restrictions carefully. A camper at Pawtuckaway observed, "What a beautiful location! If you plan ahead and get a water front site it's amazing... but all the sites are roomy and lovely to camp at! Tried to plan ahead this year and get a prime site to learn they don't allow dogs anywhere in the campground during summer months."

Tips from RVers

Limited hookup variations: Most RV parks near West Newbury offer water and electric at minimum, but sewer connections can be inconsistent. A visitor to Beach Rose RV Park mentioned, "Owners were helpful on arrival, level concrete pad full hookups. Sites close together but quiet." Most public campgrounds charge $35-50 for partial hookups while private parks with full hookups range from $45-70 nightly.

Beach proximity considerations: RVers seeking oceanfront camping should consider drive times and parking options. One RVer at Beach Rose noted, "We rode bikes to Salisbury Beach and my young adult son rode his longboard to the beach." Many campgrounds are within 1-3 miles of beaches but don't offer direct shuttle service.

Site leveling challenges: The region's varied terrain can create leveling issues. A Hampton Beach camper advised, "The electrical post and water hookup were placed way behind our site and we could not reach even with our 40' electrical cord. Park staff told us we could back onto the grass in order to reach the electric and since the ground was hard packed sand we were able to do that."

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near West Newbury, MA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near West Newbury, MA is Salisbury Beach State Reservation with a 4.2-star rating from 26 reviews.