Best Campgrounds near Bennington, NH

The Monadnock Region surrounding Bennington, New Hampshire provides several established campgrounds within a 20-mile radius, including Greenfield State Park Campground and Spacious Skies Seven Maples. Camping options range from basic tent sites to full-hookup RV accommodations, with several properties offering cabin rentals and glamping opportunities. State park campgrounds generally provide more spacious, wooded sites with basic amenities, while private campgrounds like Friendly Beaver and Cold Springs Camp Resort feature additional recreational facilities such as swimming pools, playgrounds, and organized activities. Most campgrounds in this area operate seasonally from May through mid-October.

Reservations are strongly recommended during summer months, particularly for weekend stays when campgrounds frequently reach capacity. The camping season typically begins in mid-May and extends through October, though specific opening dates vary by property. Many campgrounds offer electrical hookups, water access, and shower facilities, though amenities differ significantly between state parks and private establishments. Terrain throughout the region consists primarily of rolling woodland with scattered ponds and small lakes. As one camper noted, "Sites are spread out enough that you feel like you have privacy, even if you have neighbors. All spots come with a picnic table and fire pit."

Visitors consistently highlight the natural beauty and recreational opportunities available at campgrounds in the area. Swimming features prominently in many reviews, with Greenfield State Park receiving praise for its lake access despite occasional mentions of weedy shorelines. Private campgrounds like Seven Maples offer additional amenities that appeal to families. "Great family oriented campground with fishing pond and great fishing spots nearby. Lots of great kids events around the holidays, basketball court, swimming, etc," reports one visitor. Several campgrounds provide hiking trails and fishing opportunities on-site. Weekday visits typically offer a quieter experience with less crowding, while state park campgrounds generally provide more seclusion between sites compared to the more densely arranged private facilities. Bathroom and shower cleanliness varies considerably between properties and during peak usage periods.

Best Camping Sites Near Bennington, New Hampshire (159)

    1. Greenfield State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    Bennington, NH
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 547-3497

    $35 - $105 / night

    "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!"

    2. Spacious Skies Seven Maples

    11 Reviews
    Hancock, NH
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 525-3321

    $55 - $999 / night

    "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."

    3. Gilson Pond Area Campground — Monadnock State Park

    19 Reviews
    Jaffrey, NH
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 532-2416

    $29 - $45 / night

    "Gilson Pond Campground is small— just 37 sites nestled into the woods near a swampy, but beautiful pond in Jaffrey, New Hampshire."

    "This was my first time to New Hampshire so I wasn’t quite sure what to expect from the state parks there. I was not disappointed."

    4. Friendly Beaver Campground

    13 Reviews
    New Boston, NH
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 487-5570

    $60 - $130 / night

    "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."

    5. Oxbow Campground

    4 Reviews
    Hillsborough, NH
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 464-5952

    $30 - $45 / night

    "We stayed with our parents in their camper for a couple nights and had such a positive experience there!"

    "We stayed right next to a cute pond on site 69. There was a family with several smaller children who were fishing g the pond. It was so cute to hear them squeal with glee when they caught a fish."

    6. Autumn Hills Campground

    9 Reviews
    Goffstown, NH
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 529-2425

    $45 - $60 / night

    "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"

    7. Cold Springs Camp Resort

    6 Reviews
    Weare, NH
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 529-2528

    $69 - $130 / night

    "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"

    8. Pillsbury State Park Campground

    14 Reviews
    Washington, NH
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 863-2860

    $29 - $40 / night

    "Many campsites are on the lake. None are very far from the lake.  There are also a few 'remote' campsites that are not accessable by car. They are accessable by a sort walk or boat. "

    "Pillsbury resides in a very pretty spot nestled around a lake. There are campsites that are car accesable and remote campsites only accessable by boat. Canoe rentals are available at the park."

    9. Spacious Skies French Pond

    9 Reviews
    Henniker, NH
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 995-4133

    $24 - $189 / night

    "I had a view of the beautiful pond, which is really a lake, and wished I had more time to rent a kayak.  The bathrooms were clean and easy to access, since I do not have sewer in my small pop-up."

    "Restroom closed to covid, some campgrounds kept them open and just cleaned more. Well no complaint here we’re self contained. Some areas could use some tidying up."

    10. Ashuelot River Campground

    18 Reviews
    West Swanzey, NH
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 357-5777

    $47 - $70 / night

    "We had easy access to trails that went along the river behind some of the sites with a few paths down to the river. Everyone we encountered was friendly and respectful."

    "Large, open campground surrounded by the Ashuelot River. Friendly owners who go around delivering wood and ice to guests given the pandemic right now."

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  • 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 )

  • 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.

  • Alexander H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 29, 2025

    Hanscom AFB FamCamp

    Nice Campground near Boston

    This is a nice campground near historic Lexington and Boston.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 2, 2025

    Hinsdale Campground At Thicket Hill Village

    Great quiet place!!

    I stayed at the camp for about 2 months while working up in NH. And it was wonderful big pool and playground for the kids. Plenty of trails close to everything you need. Full hookup site was awesome

  • 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. 21, 2025

    Mount Ascutney State Park Campground

    Great state park

    This is a beautiful state park at the base of Mt ascutney. The campground is lovely. Forest Ed and beautiful fall colors in October. Good facilities. Friendly staff. Some noise from the interstate but not terrible. There is a 3.7 mile road that is extremely steep but paved, and goes to the summit of the mountain. Less than 1 mile hike from there to the observation tower. Great views. Lots of hiking trail trails.

  • Carroll K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2025

    Gus's Gardens Camping

    It was quite and peaceful

    We enjoyed our stay with Gus very much. With the email to confirm our stay, there were excellent directions to get there. It is behind his home by a lake with creek nearby. There is also a hiking trail. We had no problems. If we are in the area again, we would camp here again.  Thanks

  • 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 Bennington

Camping opportunities around Bennington, New Hampshire center primarily in the Monadnock Region, which sits at elevations between 800-1,200 feet and receives approximately 45 inches of annual rainfall. Fall camping season features average temperatures ranging from 40-65°F, while summer months stay relatively mild with daytime highs rarely exceeding 85°F. Most campgrounds in this area maintain heavily wooded sites with varying degrees of privacy and many offer pond or lake access for water recreation.

What to do

Hiking to mountain summits: Mount Monadnock, accessible from Gilson Pond Area Campground, offers multiple trail options. "The ranger at the trailhead office recommended that we hike up the White Dot Trail (2 miles) and down the White Cross Trail (2.5 miles) so that we could do the steepest route on the way up and take it easy on the way down," explains one camper who completed the trek in about 4 hours starting at 8 am.

Kayaking on secluded waterways: Pillsbury State Park Campground features multiple small ponds perfect for paddling. "Kayaking on May Pond and discovering little islands and coves was a highlight," notes one visitor. Rentals are available on-site, though many campers bring their own watercraft for exploring.

River floating: During warmer months, tube down the Ashuelot River at a leisurely pace. "We took a lazy tube ride from one side of the campground to the other. It has been quite dry in the area, so they are experiencing a drought. However, a little rain in the week got the river moving a bit," shares a visitor who enjoyed drifting around the campground.

What campers like

Exceptionally clean facilities: Cold Springs Camp Resort maintains well-kept bathhouses and pool areas. "Very clean and well maintained grounds and buildings," notes one camper. Another adds, "Beautiful, extremely clean bathrooms, reasonably priced little cafe, big camp store, very friendly staff."

Multiple swimming options: Several campgrounds offer multiple water recreation facilities. One camper describes Cold Springs as having "7 pools which include 2 hot tubs, a small 2x2 pool for kiddos, 1 adult only pool and 3 family pools." These varied options accommodate different age groups and preferences.

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Moose, loons, and other wildlife sightings enhance the camping experience. "We enjoyed our time here and will be back! Close by to Miller state park (NH's oldest state park), Garwin falls (beautiful little water falls you can swim in)," reports a camper at Greenfield State Park Campground.

What you should know

Seasonality affects site availability: Most campgrounds operate from May through mid-October, with specific opening dates varying by property. "We visited very early in the season, so the main tent camping loops were blocked off for maintenance," notes one early-season camper at Greenfield State Park.

Cash requirements: Some state parks operate on cash-only systems. "Everything is cash here, no cards accepted except when reserving a site online," explains a visitor to Pillsbury State Park.

Leech warnings in natural swimming areas: While lakes and ponds offer swimming opportunities, some have unwanted inhabitants. "Swimming in the stream is safe but the lake is loaded with leeches!" warns a visitor to Pillsbury State Park.

Cell service variability: Connectivity differs significantly throughout the region. "Cell reception for Verizon isn't great," notes one camper, while others mention finding specific locations within campgrounds where service improves.

Tips for camping with families

Water recreation options: Spacious Skies Seven Maples offers family-friendly water features. "The pool is amazing for kids of all ages with water slides and a splash area. The playground is really big with plenty to do. There's also a fishing pond and short hiking/biking trails," shares one family.

Playground facilities: Multiple campgrounds feature dedicated play areas. "They have a big slide and what looks like a splash pad. We enjoyed the arcade while waiting for our laundry to finish," reports a family who stayed in a cabin at Seven Maples.

Animal attractions: Small petting zoos provide entertainment for children. "We enjoyed their small but nice petting zoo of a few goats and a horse," mentions a visitor, giving children an opportunity to interact with farm animals during their stay.

Seasonal activities: Halloween weekends in August offer unique experiences. "We went for halloween weekend in August and their haunted house was incredible for a campground!" reports one family, highlighting special events that extend beyond typical camping activities.

Tips from RVers

Site selection considerations: Autumn Hills Campground offers varied terrain for different preferences. "Situated primarily on a hillside, some of the sites are tricky to navigate with a camper, but it also minimizes the amount of neighbors you have if you are looking to have some quiet time," advises an experienced RVer.

Hook-up limitations: Water systems can be unreliable at some locations. "We arrived and were told our site wouldn't be 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," shares one RVer, suggesting bringing adapters and being prepared for power limitations.

Narrow access roads: Some campgrounds present navigation challenges. "Roads are very narrow. Made it hard to back in our spot," notes one RV owner, suggesting arriving during daylight hours and requesting assistance from staff if needed, particularly for larger rigs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities are available at Woodford State Park near Bennington?

Woodford State Park offers a serene woodland camping experience with basic but well-maintained amenities. Similar to nearby Pillsbury State Park Campground, Woodford provides lakeside campsites with water access, making it perfect for paddling, fishing, and swimming. Most sites are accessible by car with parking available. The park maintains clean vault toilets throughout the grounds but has limited electrical hookups. Firewood is typically available for purchase on-site. The park features hiking trails that connect to the surrounding forest, making it ideal for nature enthusiasts who appreciate a more rustic camping experience.

What are the best hiking trails near Bennington camping areas?

The Bennington area offers exceptional hiking opportunities for all skill levels. Mount Monadnock provides challenging yet rewarding trails with spectacular summit views. Gilson Pond Area Campground serves as an ideal base camp for hikers, located directly in Monadnock State Park with trail access to the 3,165-foot mountain. For less strenuous options, Pawtuckaway State Park Campground features a network of gentler wooded trails suitable for families and casual hikers, with opportunities for bouldering and geocaching along the way. The region's diverse trail systems accommodate everything from short nature walks to demanding full-day hikes.

Where can I find camping options in Bennington, Vermont?

Bennington offers several camping options within a short drive. Mount Ascutney State Park Campground provides scenic Vermont camping with mountain views and hiking trails. For a family-friendly experience with amenities, Kampfires offers RV and tent sites plus entertainment options including mini golf, an ice cream shop, amphitheater for summer concerts, and recreational facilities like basketball and shuffleboard courts. Both campgrounds make excellent base camps for exploring Bennington and the surrounding Green Mountain region.

Are there RV campgrounds in Bennington with full hookups?

Woodmore Family Campground and RV Park is a highly-rated option in the region offering full hookups for RVs. Though they have clear rules, campers report that staff are not overly strict, creating a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. The grounds are well-maintained and clean, with owners who are helpful and welcoming. For those willing to travel a bit farther, Autumn Hills Campground also provides full hookup sites that can accommodate larger rigs. Both locations offer a good balance of amenities and natural surroundings for RV campers visiting the Bennington area.