Best Campgrounds near Barrington, NH

Barrington, New Hampshire provides multiple camping options within a 15-mile radius, including both privately owned campgrounds and state parks. Established sites range from waterfront locations like Ayers Lake Farm Campground and Barrington Shores Campground to nearby Pawtuckaway State Park and Bear Brook State Park. Most locations accommodate tent, RV, and cabin camping, with several offering glamping options. The camping landscape includes both secluded waterfront properties and more developed facilities with modern amenities, creating diverse overnight experiences across southeastern New Hampshire.

Seasonal availability varies significantly, with most campgrounds operating from May through September or October. Winter camping is limited, though Ayers Lake Farm Campground remains open year-round. Many sites require advance reservations, particularly for weekend stays and waterfront locations. Electrical hookups, water access, and dump stations are common at most campgrounds, though amenities vary by location. Facilities often include showers, toilets, and trash disposal. A camper noted, "This all inclusive campground has been a pleasure to stay in and safe with family and safe travels. All amenities were met for any type of service or recreation one could want of all ages!"

The waterfront camping areas receive consistently positive reviews, particularly for families seeking swimming and fishing opportunities. Barrington Shores Campground and Ayers Lake Farm Campground both offer direct lake access, with visitors highlighting the peaceful settings and scenic views. Several campgrounds feature organized activities, though some maintain a quieter atmosphere focused on natural surroundings. According to visitor feedback, "Ayers lake campground in New Hampshire is a well kept secret. Small and family owned and operated, this campground offers some of the greatest vistas of a small New Hampshire pond we have seen." Most locations maintain clean facilities and family-friendly environments, though visitors should be aware that many campgrounds contain a mix of transient sites and seasonal campers who return annually, creating established camping communities within these properties.

Best Camping Sites Near Barrington, New Hampshire (200)

    1. Pawtuckaway State Park Campground

    44 Reviews
    Raymond, NH
    12 miles
    Website
    +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. Bear Brook State Park Campground

    28 Reviews
    Candia, NH
    16 miles
    Website
    +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."

    3. Old Stage Campground

    9 Reviews
    Madbury, NH
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 742-4050

    $43 - $47 / night

    "Walking distance to rest rooms and showers. Great owners. 1st trip in a hurricane."

    "Learning to get away from the bad campers."

    4. Salmon Falls / Lebanon KOA

    7 Reviews
    Rochester, NH
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 339-9465

    "We were able to book last minute and got a great tenting site, next to a running river that was great to sleep to. Very buggy, but it's outside, what do you expect?"

    "Staff was very friendly and extremely cautious about their surroundings. Plenty of things to do to stay busy during the rainy days."

    5. Barrington Shores Campground

    3 Reviews
    Barrington, NH
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 664-9333

    "Lots of things to do in surrounding towns and easy access to the river."

    6. Wellington Camping Park

    5 Reviews
    Lee, NH
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 659-5051

    $45 - $55 / night

    "Had to walk around to find signal for phone call."

    "Sites are wide I parked my truck next to camper and still had enough space for a safe fire in the pit."

    7. Beaver Dam Campground

    7 Reviews
    North Berwick, ME
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 698-2267

    "Campground is superior in its warmth, cleanliness, dog friendly and access to points of interest."

    "LOTS OF GREAT restaurants there and nearby, like Ogunquit Maine and York Maine, etc.  THERE is plenty to do if you canoe or kayak, there is a pond right there, there is a swimming area in the pond. "

    8. Ayers Lake Farm Campground and Cottages

    2 Reviews
    Barrington, NH
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (603) 332-5940

    "Ayers lake campground in New Hampshire is a well kept secret. Small and family owned and operated, this campground offers some of the greatest vistas of a small New Hampshire pond we have seen."

    "On lake site. Great management and owner."

    9. Wakeda Campground, LLC

    16 Reviews
    Exeter, NH
    20 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."

    10. Strafford - Lake Winnipesaukee South KOA

    2 Reviews
    Center Strafford, NH
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 332-0405
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885 Reviews of 200 Barrington Campgrounds


  • M
    Feb. 17, 2026

    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 )

  • Sandra P.
    Feb. 16, 2026

    Harbor Hill Camping Area

    Best Seasonal Campground in the Lakes Region!

    This is a great campground to be a seasonal at! 1 mile from a beautiful beach on Lake Winnipesaukee. 1 mile from town with cute shops and nice restaurants. Friendly staff. Seasonals are very friendly and welcome new seasonals. Campground is taken care of. It is family owned and they really care. I love the fact it is all seasonal- it has a wonderful community feel.

  • L
    Feb. 5, 2026

    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.

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 26, 2025

    Little Ossipee Lake Campground

    Great location

    This cpground is full of seasonal sp no transient sites. Has good owners who keep the park clean and well maintained. Very friendly campground.

  • cThe Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 17, 2025

    Cape Neddick Oceanside Campground

    Two week stay

    Read reviews on google. That’s the experience we had. The signs no everything. Cash only. The management is very weird acting and riding around on a bicycle. I feel so weird making this review because this place is odd . The tenants are fun and the scenery is great. But but but you’ve been warned. Turn your blue tooth off and your WiFi so that your cellphone privacy is protected.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 21, 2025

    Spacious Skies French Pond

    Helpful staff

    The staff was friendly. Don't forget the flashlight. There is very little lighting to find your way around the winding roads of the campground which adds to the charm.

  • Marc D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2025

    Gunstock Campground

    Great Spot

    Fairly extensive camp ground associated with Gunstock ski area on central New Hampshire. We arrived without a reservation a bit after the office closed, but Elena, the manager came out to let us in and allowed us to check in. She was great. Dogs must have proof of rabies vaccine. Very nice showers. Beautiful fall colors.

  • 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!


Guide to Barrington

Barrington camping options span across southeastern New Hampshire, with proximity to lakes and woodlands creating varied camping environments. The region receives approximately 48 inches of annual precipitation with summer temperatures averaging 70-85°F. Most campsites near Barrington are situated within pine forests or adjacent to small lakes and ponds, creating natural windbreaks and shade coverage during peak summer months.

What to do

Kayaking and canoeing: Pawtuckaway State Park offers excellent water access for paddlers. "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," notes Matt R. about Pawtuckaway State Park Campground.

Swimming with lake views: Multiple swimming spots exist across camping areas near Barrington. "The sites on the water book up quickly but they're perfect for fishing and boating. Also, the view!" shares J L. from Pawtuckaway State Park.

Hiking nearby trails: The forests around camping spots near Barrington, New Hampshire provide hiking opportunities. According to Harry H., at Pawtuckaway, there are "pretty serious trail up and around some mountains, to a fire tower, ponds. There are at least three campground areas, one of which is on an island and has tent sites along the water."

Floating down rivers: Water activities beyond lakes are available. Ben J. from Salmon Falls / Lebanon KOA mentions, "We were able to book last minute and got a great tenting site, next to a running river that was great to sleep to... There's a water slide, mini golf, ropes course, river access, and much more."

What campers like

Quieter camping seasons: Many campers appreciate visiting in non-peak times. "We went in early May, when it was still a bit cold at night (in the low 40s) and not many people were around. The campground, though we had neighbors in every adjoining site, was pretty quiet," reports Kris M. from Pawtuckaway.

Clean facilities: Campgrounds near Barrington maintain good standards. At Wellington Camping Park, Harold C. notes, "Nice, quiet campground on the Lamprey River, sites are gravel and sand. Sites are wide I parked my truck next to camper and still had enough space for a safe fire in the pit... The shower/ toilet house was very clean and open for use."

Pet-friendly options: Dog owners have camping choices in the area. Alley H. shares about Wellington Camping Park: "They have a special beach for your dog if you're a puppy owner like me this is one of the only campgrounds that is very pet friendly. They also have free DVD rentals for those rainy days and some games up by the office."

Peaceful waterfront locations: The region offers tranquil water settings. Bob H. says about Ayers Lake Farm Campground: "Small and family owned and operated, this campground offers some of the greatest vistas of a small New Hampshire pond we have seen... this is a quiet, family campground which is perfect for reflection."

What you should know

Seasonal bathroom maintenance: Facility upkeep can vary with season and usage. Jean C. notes about Bear Brook State Park Campground: "It was the final weekend of the season, so that may explain the lack of attention to cleaning and upkeep of the restrooms. Several of the stalls were lacking toilet paper and, although it was nearly empty when I arrived, the bathrooms had little bits of debris scattered on floors and around sinks."

Weather preparation: Be ready for rain in this region. According to Anna C. at Pawtuckaway, even in drier seasons, storms can appear: "After a few hours of constant rain I realized the water runoff from the road above and the driveway all ended up flowing right under our tent into the lake. At least I was able to experience a water bed for the first time in my life."

Noise levels vary: Some campgrounds are quieter than others. Madison G. observed at Pawtuckaway, "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." Another camper mentioned, "Side note... campers aren't respectful of other campers and very noisy here."

Cell service limitations: Digital connectivity is inconsistent. Ray P. reports about Wellington: "Wi-Fi is barely usable after 8am. And phone signal is spotty at best. Had to walk around to find signal for phone call."

Tips for camping with families

Waterfront sites book early: For prime lake access, reserve well ahead. Ellen C. from Pawtuckaway shares, "In 2018 we stayed in sites 110 and our friends stayed in 109 on Big Island. Those were wonderful sites, level with great views of the lake and are situated right across from the bath/shower."

Entertainment options for rainy days: Plan indoor activities. Wellington camper Alley H. mentions, "They also have free DVD rentals for those rainy days and some games up by the office if you have kids its also a wonderful campground."

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Look for local animals at campsites. Ellen C. from Pawtuckaway notes, "I forgot the daily visits from the ducks, like clockwork morning and dusk a family of ducks visited looking for grub... Eventually, they realized we were on to them."

Check pool and facility hours: Hours may be limited at some locations. A reviewer at Strafford - Lake Winnipesaukee South KOA mentions, "My only complaint is that the pool doesn't open until 10am and the store doesn't open until 9. Other than that, my family had a great weekend at KOA Strafford!"

Tips from RVers

Site selection matters: Choose RV sites based on access and terrain. Jean C. from Bear Brook notes, "Many of the sites are separated from their neighbors by large, downed pine trees. I was in site 38 and found that the little loop to my campsite was tight to exit (I was towing a 14' teardrop, not a big trailer) and I had to be careful to swing wide at the corner."

Seasonal power reliability: RVers should be aware of occasional service interruptions. Alley H. at Wellington Camping Park reports, "Other than loosing power twice due to mother nature its been a pretty good stay."

Hookup variety: Electric and water services differ between campgrounds. Harold C. at Wakeda Campground confirms, "Great employees, clean reliable power. No issues great spread out sites." Wellington's campsites include "water turns on with ball valve, sewer has 2 inlets, electric service was sturdy and proper."

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Barrington, NH?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Barrington, NH is Pawtuckaway State Park Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 44 reviews.