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Best Campgrounds near Atkinson, NH
Campgrounds surrounding Atkinson, New Hampshire range from full-service RV resorts to state park camping areas with tent and cabin options. Pawtuckaway State Park Campground, approximately 15 miles northwest of Atkinson, offers tent camping, RV sites, cabins, and glamping accommodations with access via boat, drive-in, hike-in and walk-in routes. Bear Brook State Park Campground, located in Deerfield, provides similar accommodation types with water, electric, and sewer hookups. The region includes multiple private campgrounds that cater primarily to RVs but often have tent sites and cabin rentals available.
Most campgrounds in the area operate seasonally from May through October, with limited options during winter months. Road access generally remains good throughout the camping season, with most facilities offering drive-in access suitable for passenger vehicles and RVs. "The pot holes were horrendous. Needs some work...really tired," noted one visitor about road conditions at Tuxbury Pond RV Campground. Several campgrounds require advance reservations, especially on summer weekends and holidays. Weather conditions remain relatively stable during the camping season, though spring can bring occasional rain and fall features cooler temperatures. Cell service varies across the region, with some campgrounds reporting limited connectivity - one camper mentioned "Forget about cellphone signal, it was 0" at a local campground.
Campers report mixed experiences with site privacy and noise levels at campgrounds near Atkinson. Many private campgrounds cater to seasonal residents, which can affect the experience for short-term visitors. A review mentioned that "Mostly seasonal, overpriced. Transients are treated like unwanted step children," reflecting challenges at some facilities. Waterfront access represents a significant feature in several camping areas, with Tuxbury Pond RV Campground offering pond access and Pawtuckaway State Park providing lake recreation. Bathroom and shower facilities typically receive moderate ratings for cleanliness and maintenance. Family-friendly amenities such as playgrounds, swimming pools, and recreational activities are common at the larger established campgrounds, with some offering scheduled events during peak season. The camping areas around Atkinson serve as convenient bases for exploring both New Hampshire's natural areas and the Massachusetts coast.
Best Camping Sites Near Atkinson, New Hampshire (137)
1. Pawtuckaway State Park Campground
44 ReviewsRaymond, NH17 milesWebsite+1 (603) 895-3031$35 - $140 / night
"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."
2. Lorraine Park Campground — Harold Parker State Forest
32 ReviewsNorth Reading, MA16 milesWebsite+1 (978) 475-7972$17 - $35 / night
"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."
"The bathroom was right next to us. Very clean with a sink outside and shower inside. Overall very great campsite. Would definitely go there more often."
3. Salisbury Beach State Reservation
27 ReviewsSalisbury, MA16 milesWebsite+1 (978) 462-4481$28 - $38 / night
"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."
"The electrical post and water hookup were placed way behind our site and we could not reach even with our 40’ electrical cord."
4. Tuxbury Pond RV Campground
15 ReviewsSouth Hampton, NH9 milesWebsite+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"
5. Wakeda Campground, LLC
16 ReviewsExeter, NH15 milesWebsite+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. Bear Brook State Park Campground
28 ReviewsCandia, NH21 milesWebsite+1 (603) 485-9869$35 - $45 / night
"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."
7. Beach Rose RV Park
14 ReviewsSalisbury, MA16 milesWebsite+1 (978) 463-0226"Simple, clean, perfect pool set up, quiet and close to beaches and New Hampshire coastline."
"Beach Rose RV Park in Salisbury, Massachusetts is a small, friendly, family-owned campground near the beach."
8. Hidden Valley RV and Golf Park
4 ReviewsDerry, NH7 milesWebsite+1 (603) 887-37679. Calef Lake Camping Area
7 ReviewsAuburn, NH13 milesWebsite+1 (603) 483-8282$20 - $40 / night
"Beautiful location in southern NH! Located Beside a lake, The water is great for swimming, and the playground is absolutely perfect for kids and adults alike."
"They originally booked us on a site so small, our tent wouldn’t even fit so we weren’t going to be able to have a fire because our tent was so close to it."
10. Exeter Elms Campground
7 ReviewsExeter, NH13 milesWebsite+1 (603) 778-7631$45 - $59 / night
"Site across the path was a little loud, but we were too I imagine... bet it'd be lots of fun for the kiddos."
"Sites weren’t bad, clean campground, pool & canoe rentals, family activities offered, short drive to the beaches. Primitive camping, waterfront sites & cabins available :)"
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Recent Reviews near Atkinson, NH
731 Reviews of 137 Atkinson 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 Atkinson
Camping areas around Atkinson, New Hampshire range from densely wooded state parks to riverside campgrounds within a 25-mile radius. The region sits at approximately 315 feet above sea level and features glacial landforms including drumlins and kettle ponds. Most campgrounds operate from early May through mid-October with peak season running July through August when daytime temperatures average 80-85°F.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Tuxbury Pond RV Campground provides access to pond fishing. One visitor noted, "The pond unusable," so checking water conditions in advance is recommended, particularly during dry spells or late summer.
Mountain biking trails: Bear Brook State Park Campground offers extensive biking networks. "We camped here to check out the mountain bike trails in the park and we're not disappointed on either count," reports one reviewer. Another mentioned, "Mountain biking is awesome here, can ride right off the campground and onto the trails!"
Golf while camping: Hidden Valley RV and Golf Park combines camping with golfing on the same property. A visitor mentioned, "The main attraction of this campground is the golf course of 9 or 18 holes. There is a pro shop, golf cart rentals, etc." The facility spans 1300 acres with both camping and recreation options.
Hiking accessible trails: The camping area includes several trail systems suitable for different ability levels. One camper at Bear Brook noted, "Numerous trails call out of exploration, around ponds and up and down hills, with geocaches to be found."
What campers like
Waterfront sites: Pawtuckaway State Park Campground receives consistent praise for its water access. "The sites on the water book up quickly but they're perfect for fishing and boating. Also, the view!" wrote one camper. Another mentioned, "What a beautiful location! If you plan ahead and get a water front site it's amazing."
Wildlife encounters: The region supports diverse wildlife viewing opportunities. At Wakeda Campground, a visitor observed, "Walking around we saw wild turkeys, bunnies, and a hummingbird."
Clean facilities: Salisbury Beach State Reservation maintains well-kept bathrooms according to reviews. "Clean facilities, super quick access to the beach, friendly staff," stated one camper. Another noted the "large bathhouse with showers, plentiful stalls, and water bottle fill-up and rinse off station."
Spacious sites: Campsites vary considerably in size across different facilities. One camper at Lorraine Park Campground remarked, "Large sites. Clean bathroom. Good for families or couples." At Wakeda Campground, a visitor noted, "Great employees, clean reliable power. No issues great spread out sites."
What you should know
Road conditions vary: Access road quality differs between campgrounds. At Exeter Elms Campground, multiple visitors mentioned problematic roads with one stating, "When you first drive-in the potholes are ridiculous and the sites are unkempt."
Seasonality impacts: During peak summer months, campgrounds fill quickly and noise levels increase. One visitor to Pawtuckaway State Park observed, "This campground is beautiful and in a nice location in the state park but is really crowded in the summer months with large groups of loud children."
Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies significantly across the region. At Tuxbury Pond RV Campground, a camper reported, "Forget about cellphone signal, it was 0." At Bear Brook State Park, another noted, "Cell phone coverage varies from 1-2 bars, not always 4G, on Verizon."
Reservation systems: Many campgrounds use different reservation systems with varying policies. For Tuxbury Pond, a visitor observed, "You do not get a choice during the online booking to choose the campsite to reserve & the site # is not included in the confirmation email."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: When choosing sites with children, consider proximity to play areas. At Wakeda Campground, a reviewer noted, "Employees are very welcoming and the place is clean. Quite big but secluded spots at the same time."
Swimming options: Most campgrounds offer swimming facilities, but quality varies. At Calef Lake Camping Area, a visitor mentioned, "Beautiful campground lake front spots" and "swimming pond that you can canoe in that looked fairly clean."
Bathroom proximity: With children, bathroom access becomes important. One camper at Calef Lake noted, "We were very far from the bathrooms and tons of mosquitoes," suggesting checking site maps before booking.
Planned activities: Many campgrounds schedule children's events, particularly on weekends. At Exeter Elms, one camper mentioned, "Adult bingo ever Friday DJ for kids every saturday," while another at Calef Lake noted "family activities, playground, swimming pond."
Tips from RVers
Hookup positioning: At some campgrounds, utility placement creates challenges. For Hidden Valley RV Park, a reviewer noted, "The water and electric were between our site and the next on one side and sewer between our site and the one on the other side. This made it difficult to place our trailer on the slanted site and reach all services."
Site dimensions: Many campgrounds have size limitations for larger rigs. A Salisbury Beach visitor observed, "Many of the sites are short but since you can park on the grass that turns out not to be a problem."
Dump station access: Not all campgrounds offer on-site dumping. According to reviews, Wakeda Campground provides "electric, water, and sewer hook up" while Lorraine Park offers "spacious showers" but limited hookup options at certain sites.
Reservation timing: For peak season stays with RVs, advance booking becomes critical. At Beach Rose RV Park, a camper noted, "It's a 50 site campground and built 20 years ago, so it's cozy small sites in some spots," emphasizing the limited availability for larger vehicles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Atkinson, NH?
Which is the most popular campground near Atkinson, NH?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Atkinson, NH is Pawtuckaway State Park Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 44 reviews.
What parks are near Atkinson, NH?
What parks are near Atkinson, NH?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 parks near Atkinson, NH that allow camping, notably Hopkinton-Everett Lake and Edward MacDowell Lake.
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