Best Tent Camping near Bethlehem, NH

Recent Tent Reviews near Bethlehem, NH

1103 Reviews of 52 Bethlehem Campgrounds

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  Dan S.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 10, 2024

  Beach Camping Area

  Motorcycle camping

  Next to river and had a major flood this spring. I was tent camping on motorcycle and tent site are on dirt due to flood. Tent Site consists of picnic table. No water or sewer or electrical. $43 a night and bring quarters for shower. Clean restrooms and showers but I feel way over priced for what was offered. Should have looked for alternate.

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  Natali S.

  Scout

  

  Nov. 23, 2023

  Private Field and Woods Camping

  The best holiday for the whole family

  Private Field and Woods Camping in New Hampshire is a true paradise for lovers of nature and secluded recreation. After spending several days here, I was delighted with the beauty of nature and the comfort that this unique camp offers. The first thing that catches your eye is the amazing landscape.

  Situated deep in the forests, the camp is surrounded by spacious fields and wild nature. Sunrises and sunsets at this place are a real miracle that makes you forget about the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy the moment. The camp itself provides unique opportunities for close contact with nature.

  The opportunity to locate your tent camp in a private field surrounded by forest creates a unique atmosphere of comfort and privacy. The absence of city noise and light pollution allows you to enjoy the silence and sounds of nature. The camp infrastructure also deserves the highest praise. Ecologically built showers and toilets provide everything you need for a comfortable stay away from civilization. Fire pits and cooking areas allow you to enjoy delicious meals cooked outdoors.

  Private Field and Woods Camping in New Hampshire is the perfect place for those who want a real getaway in nature, far from the hustle and bustle of the city. I left this place with a feeling of complete relaxation and deep gratitude to the team who created this unique corner of nature.

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  Eric H.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 13, 2024

  Moose Hillock Camping Resort

  Mixed Feelings

  My family and friends were drawn to this campground for its exciting pool and convenient location, and those aspects definitely lived up to expectations. However, our campsite was not level, and the sites were very close together with little privacy. We were tent camping but the area we were in, while a tent site, is best for RVs.

  The bathroom facilities could also use some attention– a loose toilet and a broken hand dryer weren't ideal. Overall, we enjoyed our stay, but these conditions kept it from being great.

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  Justin P.

  Legend

  

  Sep. 13, 2022

  Moose Mountain Backcountry Shelter on the AT — Appalachian National Scenic Trail

  Standard AT back country site

  Note: This is a back country shelter site that is hike-in only on the Appalachian Trail. There can be seasonal water sources but water is not guaranteed.

  I had a great night here tent camping while doing a week-long section hike of the AT.

  The shelter is a standard three-sided shelter. There were a host of large, flat tent sites around the shelter, and I tented in one of these.

  The shelter did stand out with a bench overlooking a clearing in the brush with a view (see photos) which was a great place to enjoy my freeze dried dinner.

  The privvy was also new and very spacious.

  All-in this was a great place to stop along the Appalachian Trail but I wouldn't consider it worthy of a destination hike.

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  Justin P.

  Legend

  

  Sep. 28, 2022

  Baker Rocks

  Great location and amazing facilities

  I tent camped here while doing some fishing in the area.

  Baker Rocks had a host of different camping options onsite including tent platforms, yurts, and cabins. I booked one of the tent platforms.

  The site had a large tent platform they could fit multiple tents, a brand new picnic table, a fire ring (with a free bundle of firewood), two chairs by the fire ring, and even a few strings of solar lights around the camp area.

  The tent sites are within the wooded area around the property and felt very secluded. There was a bit of road noise overnight.

  The facilities here were great. There is a full bathhouse with individual rooms for showers and sink/toilets, with running water.

  Around the campground there was a little beach along the Baker river. I only caught a few minnows when fishing but that may have been more to do with the angler. Along another bend of the river were two chairs for taking in the scenery.

  Check-in was super easy with the camp hosts who were very flexible with timing and wanted to make sure I had a great stay. The property and individual sites are deliberately designed with guests in mind.

  I would definitely stay here again if I’m in the area and might try some of the glamping options as well.

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  Jean C.

  Legend

  

  Oct. 10, 2018

  Ammonoosuc Campground

  Year-round camping convenient to Franconia and Crawford Notches

  This is one of the rare New Hampshire campgrounds that is open year round. For years I drove by this campground deterred by the run-down, deserted red building next door that is NOT associated with the campground. On a last-minute whim I called and snagged one of the final two sites for the holiday weekend, spending 3 nights here. I wanted to be someplace where I could track the baseball playoffs, so finding a place with wifi (fair, better closer to the bath house) and 2-3 bar 3G/4G Verizon access was a plus. This campground has a large number of seasonal sites, but also has sites available for the occasional camper, with discounts available if you stay for a week.

  Sites are wooded, generally moderately sized, though the seasonal sites are much larger. Tent sites do not have hook-ups, but they have small shelters that provide additional protection fro the weather. Some of the tent sites are sloped. They also tend to be long and narrow, opening up to a wider area with the picnic table, fire pit and tent pad. Tent sites in the K row are near the road, so although you don't get much campground noise, you do hear road traffic.

  The bathhouse is clean, well-lit, and heated (a treat on those cold autumn mornings). There's also a laundry room with 4 washers and dryers if you need to clean up or dry out after a rough day on the trails. Sites are close to each other. They've separated sites with fence panels in some places to provide some privacy. There's an inground pool, a large playground, and a horsehoe pit.

  Activities in the area include very convenient access to hiking trails ranging from family friendly Surgarloafs to classic 4000-footers along Franconia Ridge, and peaks along the northern ridge of the Pemi Wilderness (Garfield, Galehead, Twins), trails to Mt Washington and the Presidentials, as well as numerous peaks and waterfalls in the Crawford Notch area. Cog railway is just a few miles down the road if you want to catch an early ride. Trails for ATVs and snowmobiles are also nearby.

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  michael M.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 14, 2016

  Covered Bridge

  Covered Bridge

  We visited this with our dog Oakley for his first time camping last fall. It was nice and quite because of the time of year and was perfect because we didn't know how he was going to do. He absolutely loved it and there was plenty of space in the tent site for him to roam around. This campground is one of the first campgrounds on the kancamangus which makes it extremely accessible for most. The site offers basic ammentities such as clean toilets. The swift river is in walking distance and offers a great place to relax after a long day in the New Hampshire woods. All in all it is a great local site like most run by the White Mountain Forest Service.

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  Jenise P.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 4, 2022

  Lafayette Place Campground — Franconia Notch State Park

  Beautiful spot, but noisy

  My first time in camping in New Hampshire, the whole area is spectacular and I felt lucky to find a spot in this campground next to the stream. There was a microburst over the campground the night I was there but the water drained down into the stream so I was not sleeping in a puddle. My site was in the row closest to the road where there was truck noise for much of the night. I recommend getting a site as far away from the road as possible.

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  Kathy S.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 1, 2022

  Pastures Campground The

  Riverside

  Adorable little camp! In New Hampshire; Vermont is across the river on the north side of the property. Nice bathroom, showers, laundry room, library. Spacious lots with tables and fire rings. Some long time campers are set up.

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  Melissa B.

  Traveler

  

  Mar. 25, 2021

  Jericho Mountain State Park Campground

  Beautiful!!

  First time tent camping in the most beautiful place! Would highly recommend if you are looking for a place to recharge.

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  M.A.D. P.

  Legend

  

  Dec. 31, 2022

  Kettle Pond State Park Campground

  Remote camping on a secluded pond

  My wife and I spent 10 days at this remote tent site. Our site was on the far western end of Kettle Pond and the only tent site in the remote camping area. A trail that goes around the pond is easily accessed from site 10. We were able to watch the Loons teaching it's chicks to hunt for food. A bit of work to get to this site but every bit worth the trade off for peace n quiet!

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  Jamie M.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 30, 2021

  Crazy Horse Family Campground

  Great place to stay

  Nice and big tent sites. Pool and playground were a big hit. Everyone was so friendly. We will be back for sure!

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  David M.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 10, 2019

  Clearwater Campground

  Best swimming view from a lake

  Site wise it’s more of a rv camp but they do have some tent sites. I would recommend mosquito repellent.

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  Josie K.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 19, 2023

  Owls Landing Campground

  Kids loved the pool

  Smaller more seasonal place for RVs, some tent sites way in back. No playground except for some old broken plastic things, the grassy knoll where the playground is really is the sewage tank buried with lots of ants!! The shower house was broken so we used the one in the office which was filthy and small. The tent area abuts private property so we heard chainsaw noise until 10pm each night. The tent sites were close but we only had one neighbor. Walk to spigot. The kids loved the pool which was well maintained and clean with floats. This was the best part! The office staff were nice and the cost is reasonable.

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  Samantha M.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 23, 2020

  Covered Bridge

  Traditional Tent Camping

  Gread drive up tent sites with some within a few steps to the Kangamangus. Sites good distance apart but not entirety secluded. Great for little kids!

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  Karl M.

  Scout

  

  Mar. 15, 2024

  Along the River Campground

  Good friendly little campground

  Camped here twice in 2023. Once tent camping in July and the other was in our TT on Columbus day weekend. While the sites may be a bit close, they have everything to will need for a pleasant stay.

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  Geraint J.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 15, 2017

  Big Deer State Park Campground

  Beautiful

  A great place. Peaceful and quiet, camp sites are well maintained, great fire pits. Plenty of different tent sites available, a nice walk down to the lake. Enjoy.

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  J G.

  Ranger

  

  Apr. 28, 2021

  Crawford Notch Campground

  Little bit of everything at Crawford Notch

  If you like yurts, cabins, or tent camping they have it all. The general store is stocked with your general food items and other camping needs items. Great for groups if you are getting/sharing a cabin. Bathhouse is large and nearby.

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  Carrie T.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 4, 2018

  Papoose Pond Family Campground and Cabins

  Best Family Campground

  We have tent camped here for a week (if not twice) every summer for the last 5 years. Pond with rentals, pool, mini golf, daily activities, crafts....so family friendly. love the half moon and kitchen and bath sites.

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  Mike K.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 30, 2018

  Moose Brook State Park Campground

  My new favorite campground in NH

  Large, new Adirondack shelters and tent sites. Get the shelter....only $4 more per day ahd huge! All the facilities are phenomenally well maintained.Clean bathrooms and awesome showers! Love this place!

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  Jen S.

  Scout

  

  May. 28, 2024

  Squam Lakes Association

  Lovely Slice of Nature

  We really enjoyed our stay here - we prefer tent camping and like to be secluded; we are not into RV parks. This was fantastic. Beautiful trails, excellent kayaking, quiet and serene. We will revisit again soon.

  ETA: The composting toilets were clean

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  Sara M.

  Scout

  

  Dec. 31, 2019

  Mountain View Campground

  Beautifully Kept

  A lovely family camp ground with rv and tent sites, all near the bathrooms, amenities galore, and a great camp store. Visited in early October and was not disappointed. A wonderful stay.

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  Jen C.

  Traveler

  

  Mar. 6, 2019

  Rest N Nest Campground

  Primitive, woodsy full hookups!

  Awesome owners with a small campground! Swimming pond and pool. Small Playground. Pull through, back in, tent sites.. we go here every memorial day for their 1 set of awning to awning sites with our camping buddies!

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  Tracey S.

  Ranger

  

  Jul. 18, 2022

  Ammonoosuc Campground

  Camping in the woods

  This beautiful campground is located near many popular sight seeing locations, is well maintained, sites level and dirt/pine needle covered, full hookups available, tent camping available, large tree hugged sights. Tons of shade! Handles rain well. Bathrooms are immaculate! Owner is super sweet and helpful. I would absolutely stay here again and again!

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  Sebastian D.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 27, 2020

  Foothills Family Campground

  GREAT

  Rolled in last minute after a reservation cancelation. Very friendly lady working and provided us firewood. We stayed at the tent sites and had enough privacy. Super close to piper trail where we climbed Mt. Chocora the next day. 10/10.

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  Miccal M.

  Legend

  

  Sep. 28, 2021

  Coleman State Park Campground

  Very nice remote Campground

  One of the furthest north campgrounds in New Hampshire is a great place to stay.  If you don't mind the sound of ATVs this place is great.  I stayed here on Sept 11th and we had a nice quiet stay.

  As others have mentioned you need to check in at the cabins a little down the road but sites can be reserved online easily.  Most of the sites are nice, there are a few near the road that I would not recommend on high traffic weekends, due to the fact that they are right on the road.

  The mix of site types is one of a kind for the area, Lodges, Cabins, Lean-to and tent sites.  There is one main facility building with laundry and bathrooms and then a remote outhouse as well.   There are also some recreational buildings that look like they can be rented for events.

  The pond is wonderful, the sounds of loons - Magical.

  We stayed at site 17 and it was nicely tucked into the trees. I was amazed to see the cabins that were in the woods behind us, they were very cute and I might consider those for another weekend.

  If you enjoy exploring the woods, fishing and being in the wild this is a good clean option.

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  Lexi R.

  Guide

  

  May. 30, 2019

  Guyot Shelter - Dispersed Camping

  Amazing Views

  Step walk in and out though most of the tent plat forms have amazing views. I have stayed here twice and had great experiences. A outhouse is located at this tent site as well as pump-able water, bear boxes and a shelter. Great place to stay on the Pemi Loop. It is a carry in carry out campsite.