Auburn's proximity to southern New Hampshire's lake region provides diverse camping opportunities within 30-45 minutes of town. The area features a mix of privately owned campgrounds with varying amenities and access to regional attractions. Camping seasons typically run from May through October, with some facilities offering extended stays.
What to do
Mountain biking access: Gunstock Mountain Resort offers camping with nearby mountain biking opportunities. "It has pretty spacious sites, they have an aerial obstacle course and a mountain coaster, places to swim, music festivals, hiking, etc.," notes Kasey H., highlighting the variety of activities beyond traditional camping.
Fishing opportunities: Ramblewood Cabins and Campground provides access to local fishing spots. "We have stayed here a few times and really enjoyed sites and hospitality!" reports Anne G., referring to the spacious sites with scenic views.
Golfing and camping combo: Hidden Valley RV and Golf Park features a 9/18-hole golf course alongside camping facilities. "The main attraction of this campground is the golf course of 9 or 18 holes. There is a pro shop, golf cart rentals, etc.," explains Christy C., describing this 1300-acre property.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Tippicanoe Campground maintains exceptionally clean amenities. "Everything is immaculate from the bathrooms, shower, clubhouse, store and grounds so you can relax and know that the kids are safe," shares David G., noting the pride the owners take in property maintenance.
Wooded sites for privacy: Gunstock Campground offers secluded options among its 250 campsites. "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," advises Melissa B., providing specific site recommendations for privacy seekers.
On-site recreation: Multiple campgrounds feature swimming areas, playgrounds, and game rooms. "There are 300 camping sites with full hookups... The amenities are state of the art, clean laundry center, restrooms, bath house, grocery store, bar & grill, playground & 2 swimming beaches," details Christy C. about Hidden Valley's extensive offerings.
What you should know
Limited primitive camping: Most campgrounds near Auburn focus on developed sites rather than dispersed or primitive camping. None of the reviewed campgrounds explicitly advertise horse-friendly facilities or equestrian camping near Auburn, New Hampshire.
Root-covered sites: Some wooded areas have challenging terrain. "So many roots all over the sites, the platform did not fit our tent for 12 on it," cautions Sara D. about Gunstock, highlighting potential tent setup challenges.
Seasonal population: Many campgrounds host long-term seasonal campers. "A lot of the campers are seasonal which is May - October each year. I did not see any tents there, only hard-sided units," observes Christy C., indicating the year-round community atmosphere at Hidden Valley.
Tips for camping with families
Dedicated family activities: Tippicanoe Campground organizes regular family-oriented events. "Many seasonal campers have been here for years and keep coming back for the friends and activities," notes David G., suggesting a community atmosphere suitable for families.
Kid-friendly amenities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and swimming options. "Campground has a fenced in dog park, playground, showers, clean bathrooms, and laundry facilities," reports Melissa B. about Gunstock's family-friendly facilities.
Connectivity considerations: Wi-Fi access varies significantly between campgrounds. "The kids were given a lot of grace and hung out in the grill/game room area for hours on end to use the wi-fi," mentions Christy C., indicating limited site-wide connectivity at Hidden Valley.
Tips from RVers
Site hookup placement: Check hookup locations before booking. "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," warns Carry M. about Hidden Valley's site layout challenges.
Size limitations: Not all campgrounds accommodate larger RVs. "Large campsites, clean amenities, nice dog park, great store with everything you need and located near like Winni," notes Ryan P. about Gunstock Mountain Resort, one of the more spacious options for larger rigs.
Full hookup availability: Sewer connections vary by campground and site. "Very few tenting, mostly RVs on the well laid out grounds where you are not far from the beautiful beach, trout stocked pond and all ammenities," explains David G. about Tippicanoe Campground's RV-friendly setup with water, 50-amp, and sewer connections.
