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Campgrounds near Amherst, New Hampshire provide a mix of tent and RV camping experiences throughout the surrounding region. Developed options like Friendly Beaver Campground in New Boston and Bear Brook State Park Campground in Deerfield offer amenities for various camping styles. Most established sites accommodate both tent and RV camping, with some locations like Pawtuckaway State Park and Autumn Hills Campground featuring cabin options as well. Several mixed-use campgrounds within a 30-mile radius combine traditional campsites with glamping accommodations, creating versatility for different outdoor preferences.
Many campgrounds in the area operate seasonally, typically from May through October, with limited year-round options. Autumn Hills Campground runs from May to mid-October, while Field and Stream RV Park remains open all year with higher rates during winter months. "The bathhouses are probably the best maintained of any campground I've stayed at. They're cleaned multiple times a day," noted one visitor about Autumn Hills. Weather considerations factor significantly into planning, as New Hampshire experiences distinct seasonal changes with potential for cool nights even in summer months. Road access varies by location, with some campgrounds requiring visitors to navigate steep terrain. Reservation requirements are standard for most established sites, especially during peak summer weekends and holiday periods.
Campers frequently mention the importance of site selection when visiting area campgrounds. While some locations offer wooded, private sites, others feature more open layouts. A recent review of Friendly Beaver Campground indicated that "the campsites have very little to no privacy," highlighting the need to research specific sites before booking. Water access represents a key draw for many visitors, with locations like Greenfield State Park and Pawtuckaway State Park providing lakefront camping opportunities. Family-friendly amenities appear as common themes in reviews, with several campgrounds offering planned activities, swimming pools, and recreation areas. Visitors to camping areas near Amherst should consider their preference for natural settings versus social atmospheres, as campground environments range from quiet and secluded to more community-oriented with organized events and shared facilities.
Best Campgrounds near Amherst (141)
1. Greenfield State Park Campground
"Easy access to a bathroom (which was very clean). Quiet neighbors, everyone around us observed the quiet hours (10p-7a) and even during the day no one was super loud."
"Nice views of the lake, swimming, wide open sites, not too over crowded! I'd definitely go back!"
from $35 - $105 / night
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"The views outside our camper window is amazing. We’re surrounding be trees and it’s breathtaking when surrounded by freshly fallen snow."
"I prefer trees, but this wont keep us away from trying out RV sites this year."
from $60 - $130 / night
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"The pool is huge and clean and there is a ton of seating around. The shop has everything you could need. There are horseshoes, can jam, basketball, and bocce. There’s a playground and a rec room."
"Easily accessible by car to shopping, groceries, etc. but no hiking or good walking paths from the campground."
from $44 - $999 / night
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"Lake access, inground pool, ball field, and lots of activities for the kids makes this a great place to relax with the family."
"Campground is peaceful and quiet; the lake is within close proximity to most sites; I wouldn’t say it’s the best place for swimming but overall a great place to launch a kayak or canoe and paddle about"
from $45 - $60 / night
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"Tucked away in what feels like the middle of nowhere New Hampshire is it's largest state park. Bear Brook is full of trails, ponds and a fairly large campground."
"Site 91 is near the entrance, but large and set back from the camp road, so it offers some extra seclusion. It’s across the street from the playground."
from $35 - $45 / night
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"Great site right next to the water. Sites are clean and well equipped. Coin laundry with nice machine. Nice people."
from $47 - $80 / night
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"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."
"My first time experiencing a park in the New Hampshire Park system. We went down with a group. Pawtuckaway State Park offers a variety of landscapes, with something to do and see for everyone."
from $35 - $140 / night
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"Beautiful, extremely clean bathrooms, reasonably priced little cafe, big camp store, very friendly staff, 4 outdoor pools & pretty big campground that has a gated entry/exit that needs a key card pass"
from $69 - $130 / night
Check Availability9. The Pine Campground
"Small river/ brook rind behind the campground. Some shots have nice sound of river right behind the sites. No pond or pool for swimming."
10. Spacious Skies Seven Maples
"The shower worked well and it was nice not to have to walk to the restrooms, though they were close by. Our stay was during the week so it wasn’t very crowded."
"We loved being next to the large field and basketball court where we watched the kids play without having to worry where they disappeared to."
from $55 - $999 / night
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Drive Time
- 17 min from Manchester, NH
- 55 min from Worcester, MA
- 1 hr 1 min from Boston, MA
- 1 hr 34 min from Amherst Center, MA
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Recent Reviews near Amherst, NH
704 Reviews of 141 Amherst Campgrounds
Alizé B.ScoutField and Stream RV Park
Highly recommend
Amazing place and community, unfortunately very expensive.
Sue B.
RangerSalisbury Beach State Reservation
Love camping here!
The first time we camped here was on Columbus Day weekend a number of years ago, and we got to see seals sun bathing on the beach. Are kids thought it was the greatest thing ever! The sites are a little close together and many of them are in direct sunlight , so that isn't the greatest , but if you have an awning, you should be good. 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. Write down the street from camp, there is a street setup almost like a boardwalk, with arcades, live music, ice cream, food, and a carousel! There is also a bigger beach, and you are one twin away from New Hampshire. Lots to see and do here!
DevinScoutWinding River Campground
Close Sites, Loved the River!
My husband and I had a great time here! We went early in the season, so there were not many people there. We met the new owners/managers and they were very friendly. David was attentive and very helpful!
We stayed in the Oak Section at 317. The sites are pretty close together, which is why I gave a 4. We didn’t have neighbors, but I can imagine on a busy weekend, it might get crowded. The Utilities at this site were in an awkward spot, compared to where we wanted the camper.
- SS W.Scout
Oxbow Campground
Clean, Spacious & Friendly
Oxbow Campground in Deering has a helpful and friendly staff. The bathrooms are kept clean although should be updated.
The campsites are spacious, trash picked up and very quiet at night promoting a good night's sleep.
They sell their own fire wood, an employee who services campers is also available.
They have a propane fill station for your convenience too!
Dogs must be kept on leashes for safety.
Owners live right there within the park.and take pride in their facility.
A nice family owned and run park promoting peacefulness.
- DevinScout
Spacious Skies Minute Man
The Road is Loud
My husband and I had a great time here! The owners and managers are amazing. Kind, friendly, attentive! We really appreciated them!
The reason for the 4/5 is due to the road noise, and the neighbors noise. The residents that boarder the campground are a bit loud. We camped at spot 72. If you are tent camping, I would recommend not camping at the 70’s spots. It’s just close to the road, and it can get noisy at times. It quiets down at night, but during peak travel times is a little loud. Head to the back of the camp ground. The bathroom looks further away than it is, but everything is very convenient!
Adam B.RangerBeach Rose RV Park
Nice people
Needed a spot to dump. They were one of only a very few places open in March. $20 to dump our tanks.
- MMatthew L.Scout
Forest Glen
Forest Glenn campground
Forest Glenn campground is a very nice campground on Wheelwright pond in Lee New Hampshire! Not well kept up but makes you feel like you’re still camping and not glamping ( glamorous camping ) besides some of the very nice campers here with 2 stories on them! Anyway cutting to the chase, just to let any new comers know that are looking for camping in the Lee area if you so choose to camp at forest Glenn depending who you are or how you approach this place dictates if you will have to feel like your stepping on eggshells your entire stay… the owner is a angry Drunk who is sometimes very nice to others or very nasty, and I personally mostly see him being nasty. A couple years back I wanted to look at the campground to see if this would be a place I wanted to stay at so I walked into the office and asked them if we could look around and the lady was in the process of writing us a pass to drive through. This man comes in and said whats going on so I politely told him that we were interested in his campground and we wanted to look around. He completely flipped out said he doesn't understand, said his campground is his back yard, we can't allow this how would you like if I just walked around your back yard etc etc.... yelling at us the whole time and spitting while screaming and then told us to get out of his sight…. This place mind you is overrun by golf carts and I have heard of incidents where people get hit by them because who cares about the posted 5mph speed limitations if your in a golf carts right? Right! And CLEARLY this place is a Double standard place so you will not be treated equal… and as far as I know this place has secret people who camp supposedly working at camp like the manager and security and the plumber or electrician who look like their helping but while helping they gather information about you to spread it around to others or to cause problems with you and the owner!! Oh how thoughtful… one Morning I was in the office and the owner pulled me into the rec room to have a talk with me about my string lights suggesting I shut them off at night and I’m not allowed to use them anymore. I said “sir why would I do that there are 50 other sites with spot lights and string lights Who are these lights bothering that I need to take them down for? “ he said use them inside the trailer I don’t want to see them on again! “ now tell me how that makes any sense… so I shut them off and it became like a minefield on my site at night with no lights while the campers down a different street get to have theirs on. There is no privacy at this place, things keep going missing, and the sites are packed like sardines with no room for Jesus. There are also people staying here over winter and it’s a seasonal campground tell me how that makes any sense. Anyway definitely an experience to be at where drama hits too close to home and the golf cart parking spots are rolling a little to close to my feet. “ oh sorry my foot slipped “ #welp time to search for another place. Seems to be a trend with almost every campground. Angry owners who automatically cause problems or can’t run their own business place without drug addicts for help ( to say the least me and my wife WILL NOT BE COMING BACK )
- LLeeScout
Tuxbury Pond RV Campground
This camping trip truly exceeded my expectations
The campground was clean, peaceful, and surrounded by wide open views. During the day, the natural landscape felt refreshing and expansive, and at night, the sky was filled with stars, creating a calm and almost magical atmosphere. The layout of the campsite was well planned, making it easy and comfortable for both beginners and experienced campers to enjoy their stay. One fun thing I did after the trip was use Idea To Image to recreate some of the moments that stood out to me—sunrise over the tents, the warmth of the campfire, and the quiet starry night. It helped me turn those memories into beautiful visuals that really captured the peaceful vibe of the experience. Looking back at them now feels like being transported right back to the campsite. Highly recommend this place if you’re looking to slow down and reconnect with nature.
One fun thing I did after the trip was use Idea To Image to recreate some of the moments that stood out to me—sunrise over the tents, the warmth of the campfire, and the quiet starry night. It helped me turn those memories into beautiful visuals that really captured the peaceful vibe of the experience. Looking back at them now feels like being transported right back to the campsite. Highly recommend this place if you’re looking to slow down and reconnect with nature.
Guide to Amherst
Waterfront sites and wooded campsites provide the primary camping experiences near Amherst, New Hampshire, with elevations ranging from 200-400 feet across the region. Most campgrounds offer standard tent and RV accommodations, but availability varies significantly by season, with many locations operating from May through October. Winter camping options exist but are limited to a few year-round facilities like Field and Stream RV Park.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Spacious Skies Seven Maples features a fishing pond ideal for beginners and families. "We stayed late in the season during a chilly damp weekend and had the best time. We were right on the pond, so the kids could fish whenever," notes one visitor.
Mountain biking trails: Bear Brook State Park Campground offers extensive trail networks specifically designed for mountain biking. A reviewer mentioned, "We camped here to check out the mountain bike trails in the park and we're not disappointed on either count. The biking trails were a blast."
Water recreation: The lakes at Pawtuckaway State Park Campground provide multiple options for paddling enthusiasts. "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," according to one camper.
What campers like
Quiet, wooded sites: Greenfield State Park Campground receives consistently positive feedback for site privacy. "Very large campground with lots of woods to block you from other campers. Dog friendly 🐶," shared one camper who gave the park a 5-star rating.
Clean facilities: The maintenance level varies significantly between campgrounds in the region. One visitor to Autumn Hills Campground noted, "The bathhouses are probably the best maintained of any campground I've stayed at. They're cleaned multiple time a day."
Multiple swimming options: Cold Springs Camp Resort stands out with its extensive aquatic facilities. "Great campground. The pools are amazing. Kid pools. Adult pools! Adult hot tub," reported one satisfied camper, highlighting the diversity of swimming options available at this single location.
What you should know
Site differences: Campsite quality and privacy vary dramatically across the region. At Friendly Beaver Campground, a visitor cautioned: "The campsites have VERY little to no privacy, we had to hang up tarps in between us and our neighbor or else we would practically be looking straight at each other if we both had a camp fire at the same time."
Seasonal restrictions: Many campgrounds implement policy changes during different times of year. At Pawtuckaway State Park, pets face limitations during peak season: "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."
Fire regulations: Fire rules vary significantly between locations. Seven Maples prohibits alcohol consumption, while several parks require fires to be extinguished by midnight. One visitor to Autumn Hills noted, "No fires between 9am-5pm," indicating daytime fire restrictions at some locations.
Tips for camping with families
Pool amenities: Seven Maples offers specialized water features for children. A visitor described, "The pool is amazing for kids of all ages with water slides and a splash area. There's no life guard or staff monitoring the pool area so it did get a little too crazy at times for my little ones."
Playground considerations: Campground playgrounds vary significantly in quality and maintenance. At The Pine Campground, one camper observed: "Playground was a bit older but it was maintained well, and the kids had fun."
Organized activities: Many campgrounds schedule regular events for younger campers. "They have crafts, hayrides and games, playground and other events," noted a visitor to Friendly Beaver Campground, highlighting the structured recreation options beyond natural amenities.
Tips from RVers
Site accessibility: Large RVs may encounter challenges at some locations. At Minute Man Campground, a visitor advised: "Roads are a little interesting to navigate, and definitely aren't the straight lines on their map!"
Electrical considerations: Power capacity varies between sites and campgrounds. One RVer at Seven Maples reported: "Had issues with 30 amp service at site was not providing enough power, could not run all my campers amenities While my 20 amp designated outlet at home runs my entire camper with no issue."
Winter camping options: Field and Stream RV Park operates year-round with seasonal pricing adjustments. "They offer all year round camping. Great site right next to the water. Sites are clean and well equipped. Coin laundry with nice machine," noted one winter visitor, though rates increase between October 15 and May 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
What amenities do campgrounds in Amherst offer?
What amenities do campgrounds in Amherst offer?
Kampfires stands out with impressive amenities including an ice cream shop, mini golf, amphitheater for summer concerts, and recreational facilities like badminton, basketball, horseshoes, and shuffleboard. They accommodate both RVs and tent campers, plus have a dog park. For families, Woodmore Family Campground and RV Park offers a clean, friendly environment with numerous on-site activities in a well-maintained setting. Most campgrounds in the region provide basic amenities like firewood sales, drinking water, and toilet facilities.
Where are the best camping spots near Amherst?
Where are the best camping spots near Amherst?
The Amherst area offers excellent camping options within a short drive. Tully Lake Recreation Area in Royalston provides prime sites with direct lake access and is managed by Massachusetts Trustees of Reservations. For those seeking a rustic experience, Pillsbury State Park Campground offers primitive camping with many lakeside sites. These natural settings are perfect for outdoor enthusiasts looking to connect with nature while staying near Amherst.
What is the best time of year for camping around Amherst?
What is the best time of year for camping around Amherst?
Summer (June-August) is the peak camping season around Amherst, with most facilities fully operational. Bear Brook State Park Campground offers excellent summer camping with access to trails, ponds, and family-friendly amenities. Early fall is another prime time, especially for hikers. Greenfield State Park Campground provides a beautiful wooded setting and serves as a great base for exploring nearby attractions like Mount Monadnock when the summer crowds diminish. Early-season camping in May can offer more solitude but facilities may be limited.
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