Five private acres of forested and open terrain in Bethlehem, New Hampshire, this walk-in site sits near both a creek and a lake, which shapes the ground conditions campers should expect. Access is noted as rough, so high-clearance vehicles are worth considering before arrival. Pets are allowed. Reservations are available. Campers comparing places to camp around Bethlehem will find this one among the more remote configurations in the area. Presidential Mountain Resort is a nearby alternative for those wanting established facilities.
Description
Live like a local less than 12 minutes from Franconia Notch.
Our site is just up the road from some of the most famous hikes, overlooks, swimming holes, formations, and ski resorts in New England and 25 minutes from the Kancamagus Highway, connecting the eastern and western White Mountains and counted among the most scenic drives in America.
You will never run out of things to do in any season or weather. This site is less than 15 minutes from Cannon Mountain, Echo Lake Beach, Profile Lake, Mt. Lafayette, and less than 25 minutes from Flume Gorge, Clark's Trading Post, the seasonal Ice Castles, downtown Lincoln, the Hobo Railroad, North Woodstock, Loon Mountain, Bretton Woods, Mt. Washington, the Cog Railway, and so much more.
Our 5-acre forest features just a single private campsite, with a huge tenting platform, granite fire pit, and a rocky creek passing right by the site. From the two-car parking area, a 200-ft. trail winds through the woods, over a wooden stream crossing, and ends at the site itself set far back from the road.
Modern conveniences are also close by. It's 5 minutes to the nearest grocery / convenience store, 5 minutes to Rek-Lis Brewing, 4 minutes to Super Secret Ice Cream (James Beard Award nominee), 13 minutes to Polly's Pancake Parlor (our favorite) and countless other restaurants. 17 minutes to the nearest medical facility.
Other Important Things:
The tenting platform is 12 ft. wide on its narrowest edge. It's flat and dry, but there are no anchor points for stakes or lines. Freestanding tents are best, or you may want to pack extra-long guy lines.
No toilet available. Guests are required to bring a camping toilet or use off-site facilities. Burying waste is not allowed due to the high water table. The best camping toilet: https://amzn.to/4dSvpis Matching liners: https://amzn.to/3Tb1xUS The best wipes: https://amzn.to/43wSSlK Privacy tent: https://amzn.to/45HgyVX
Don't forget the bug spray, especially in Summer! That goes for all campsites in the White Mountains, especially creekside ones like ours.
You may want to pack a wood splitting axe. Feel free to burn any dead, fallen, or cut wood on the premises, but all firewood must be less than 5 inches in diameter.
Rules:
Practice "Leave No Trace" camping.
Pets are allowed on leashes.
Fires are only allowed within the provided fire pit.
While a fire is ignited, keep the provided bucket filled with water in case of an emergency.
Only small, controlled fires are allowed, no greater than 2 feet in diameter.
A clearing of underbrush 8 feet in diameter must surround the fire pit and, within that clearing, overhanging limbs and burnable materials must be cut or cleared to a height of 10 feet. This should already be the case when you arrive.
Only clean, untreated wood, no greater than 5 inches in diameter may be burned.
Use of illegal drugs is not permitted on the premises.
Hunting, rock climbing, and the use of weapons are all forbidden on the premises.
Quiet hours are observed between 9:00 PM and 9:00 AM everyday. Refrain from shouting and loud and/or amplified music playing during this time.
Park only in the designated area and remain on blazed trails.
Respect wildlife and be considerate of neighbors.
Notify us as soon as possible if any trash is present when you arrive. Please make sure to check all areas. Short-notice cleaners can cost up to $150 in this area, and you don't want to be blamed for another camper's mess.
No toilet is available. Guests are required to bring a camping toilet or use off-site facilities. Burying waste is not allowed due to the high water table. The best camping toilet: https://amzn.to/4dSvpis Matching liners: https://amzn.to/3Tb1xUS The best wipes: https://amzn.to/43wSSlK Privacy tent: https://amzn.to/45HgyVX
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsFranconia Forest is located in New Hampshire near Bethlehem
Private CampgroundAccess
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Pets
