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Wakeda Campground's spacious dog park with agility equipment provides a welcoming environment for pets and their owners near Boscawen, New Hampshire. The campground features clean, centrally located restrooms and paved roads that make navigating with pets easier. Bear Brook State Park Campground also welcomes pets with well-maintained trails around Beaver Pond offering multiple swimming opportunities for dogs. Most pet-friendly sites in the area provide fire rings, picnic tables, and access to drinking water. Campers can choose from tent sites, RV spots with hookups, and pet-friendly cabins. Many campgrounds enforce quiet hours to prevent excessive barking, with some sites positioned to offer more privacy for those concerned about noise from pets. The majority of campgrounds in the region maintain a clean environment with no trash lying around.
Hiking trails throughout the region accommodate leashed pets, with the Monadnock-Sunapee Greenway offering a 51-mile route connecting Mount Monadnock with Mount Sunapee. Several campgrounds feature dedicated dog swimming areas separate from human beaches, with Chocorua KOA providing a special swimming pond exclusively for dogs and doggie day care services. Campers should note seasonal pet restrictions at some state parks, including Pawtuckaway State Park which only allows pets in the campground before May 1 and after September 30. The White Mountains area offers numerous pet-friendly hiking options with trails leading to mountaintop fire towers, extensive marshes, and areas where wildlife like beavers, deer, and great blue herons can be observed. When camping with dogs during summer months, early morning or evening walks are recommended to avoid hot ground surfaces that can burn paw pads.
"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."
"The park is very dog friendly for camping as well as hiking. The trails were very well marked and really conveniently close by to the campsites. Will definitely be returning!"
from $35 - $45 / night
Check Availability"Campground is nice, clean, has a pond, playground, pool, Canoeing, sites are decent size, entertainment on some nights offered in pavilion, friendly staff, pet friendly & quiet nights."
"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."
from $24 - $189 / night
Check Availability"New bath houses, New hook-ups on many sites Close drive to Lake Winnisquam and Winnipesaukee, Close drive to Gunstock Mountain, not far from Laconia, wooded sites, The camp has some seasonal full timers"
"This campground is one of my favorites in the lakes region. Affordable prices, large wooded sites and great staff."
"First of all, as we were driving we were passing all these other campgrounds that looked pretty run down and trashed. Enter Epsom Valley. What an awesome spot!!"
"I enjoyed the hiking trails in the back and a pretty good amount of things to do near by. Being able to walk to a store and restaurant is great."
from $35 - $165 / night
Check Availability"Having the river right there for the kids to fish and dogs to swim was great. We were all alone at the end of the field, and that was ok with us!!!"
"The family will definitely be making a few return trips, especially with the reasonable drive from the boston area to the grounds."
from $26 - $30 / night
"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."
"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."
from $35 - $140 / night
Check Availability"Large campsites, clean amenities, nice dog park, great store with everything you need and located near like Winni."
"Fairly extensive camp ground associated with Gunstock ski area on central New Hampshire."
from $35 - $80 / night
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GuideAdorable 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.
ScoutThe grounds are well maintained with flowers planted everywhere. Staff is extra friendly. Bathrooms and showers could use updating but were spotless. Very pet friendly with dog park, agility equipment, dog pond and dog wash.
GuideWe stayed At Wakeda Campground overnight during a trip from Maine back to Long Island, NY. It was located very close off of 95 and allows pets. We were overwhelmed by the beautiful massive forest. The campground was splendid with old tall, pine trees everywhere. They offered electric, water, and sewer hook up, trading post that had camping goods and snacks, WiFi hotspot, pool table, and lounging area. They also had a game room, miniature golf, coffee shop and dog park.
The first campsite they assigned to us was very secluded but unfortunately, we were coming in during a major rainstorm. That site was a little flooded so we chose another. It still had beautiful trees surrounding it but not as secluded from neighbors. There are also many seasonal campers there but all of their sites were beautifully decorated with flowers and such. Everyone was friendly that we encountered during our stay.
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.
Walking around we saw wild turkeys, bunnies, and a hummingbird. It would have been great if they offered a nature trail in the campground since the forest was so beautiful. There were paths that went into the woods but they were marked for employees only.
The next day we wanted to go for a hike before we hit the road. Unfortunately, the state parks near the campsite do not allow dogs during late Spring to early Fall. Using our Bring Fido App, we found Rails to Trails nearby that we could bring our dog and hiking cat. We did the Salisbury Point Ghost Trail that was nice and shady, though flat, but a nice leisurely walk for all of us.
ScoutPros- very clean, bathrooms kept up with regularly. Staff is very nice. They offer boat rentals, canoes, paddle boats and kayaks. Store on site and they do activities during the week. Definitely more kids friendly I think. They do have a pool, park, dog park, lake and food trucks visits at times. They have community fires and dances. Pet friendly. Wood available on site.
Cons- loud cars going all night, some lights in your face. Some people tend to fly down the road on golf carts. You can also hear the main road from the open style campsite. No privacy. People will walk threw your tent site. They will talk during the night while doing this, smoking seems to be allowed at pool. No fires between 9am-5pm.
Overall we had a good time.
LegendThis campground is huge with over 300 sites set on nearly 200 acres and along a beautiful lake! It is in a great location between the Lakes Region and the White Mountains in New Hampshire with lots to do in and outside of the campground. There are two distinct and separate sections– the Danforth Bay Camping and RV Resort and The Bluffs RV Resort.
They assigned us to a pull thru site (#A16) in the Danforth Bay section that would supposedly fit our 45’ motorhome. When we pulled in the place was packed. The people camped across from us had a huge group of people and a massive load of wood delivered that was in huge pile and it was obvious that fire was going to burn all day and through the weekend. The neighbors on one side of us had a table set up at the end of their site and were selling hand-made goods with their kids. We decided this was not really where we wanted to be for a peaceful fall weekend. Much less, our site was not very easy for us to get in and out of. The office agreed to move us to a site in The Bluffs section which they said were normally only for seasonal campers but they would make an exception since they were closing for the season in one week. They informed us the water would be turned off during our stay but that was fine with us since we have a large freshwater tank that we could fill up before. The site we were assigned to was all gravel with absolutely no grass which was fine with us because we were away from the ciaos of the other section.
The park was very clean and well-cared for with no trash laying around. Campsites were tidy and people didn’t have lots of junk laying around. There are some transient sites in the Danforth Bay section that are nice and private and some are close to the lake. The campground is huge so you can get a nice walk in without having to go round and round. There is a lake which was great for our lab to swim in and made for a pretty spot to enjoy a glass of wine at sunset. There are tons of camping options at this park and loads of amenities like a camp store, multiple pools, a boat launch, game room, multiple pavilions, free weekend entertainment, hay rides, lots of restrooms, dog parks and lots more. Since we were there in the end of the season, many amenities were closed and the activities had wrapped up for the season.
ScoutYogi’s Jellystone Park– Milton, New Hampshire: Seasonal Camper Review I have been camping at Yogi’s Jellystone Park in Milton for five years, including the last two as a seasonal camper. Unfortunately, my recent experiences under new management have been disappointing and frustrating. Pet Fence Policy and Safety Concerns At the start of this season, the new general manager, Amanda, instructed me to remove my pet fence, citing liability issues. Despite my having signed a waiver absolving the park of responsibility for my dog’s actions, she insisted on its removal without providing a clear explanation. I complied reluctantly, only to observe many other campsites retaining similar pet fences throughout the season, including one seasonal camper who kept theirs up all season and transient sites with fences as well. This inconsistent enforcement of rules is unfair and undermines trust. After seeing others with pet fences, I reinstated mine to protect my dog, especially after two incidents where loose dogs entered my site and charged at my dog. Amanda then threatened me with non-renewal of my seasonal contract if I did not remove the fence again, forcing me to comply once more. I wrote to corporate regarding this issue since Amanda was of no help but never heard back from corporate. Loss of Seasonal Site and Corporate Decisions Yogi’s removed nine seasonal sites this year, including mine, with little warning. This decision affects long-term campers, some with over 20 years of history at the park. It appears motivated by corporate interests, favoring transient sites or cabins, which generate more revenue. The loss of a seasonal site after investing time, effort, and money into making it beautiful is deeply disheartening and reflects poor management priorities. Entertainment and Atmosphere Adult entertainment offerings have drastically declined. This year’s highlight was a 30-minute Saturday night hayride, with no live bands in the pavilion throughout the entire season. Under previous management, live music was a regular and enjoyable feature. The lack of engaging activities diminishes the overall campground experience. Myself and other campers offered suggestions to management regarding entertainment for adults but they didn't take any of our suggestions. Bear Interaction Despite the park’s theme, sightings of Yogi Bear are rare. On one occasion, a golf cart carrying excited children stopped to see Yogi Bear, but the character ignored them and drove past without interaction, which was very disappointing. Management and Staff Attitude Amanda, the general manager, presents as unapproachable and aloof. She did not introduce herself to seasonal campers at the beginning of the season, many of whom do not even know what she looks like and the camping season ends in just a couple of weeks. Most staff members also exhibit a snobbish attitude, often failing to acknowledge campers, which creates an unwelcoming environment. Cost and Recommendation The campground is overpriced relative to the quality of experience and level of service provided. Given the inconsistent rule enforcement, loss of seasonal sites, diminished entertainment, and poor management attitude, I cannot recommend Yogi’s Jellystone Park in Milton NH Those interested in a Yogis campground should consider other locations.
GuideTucked 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. This extremely family-friendly campground comes equip with trails, play structures, camp store, beach, and even a small baseball diamond. The sites are fairly large and if you need some privacy, reserve site 12. There is a great trail that is around Beaver Pond, roughly 2-3 miles with plenty of opportunities for dogs to swim, yeah for dog friendly! This campground is beautiful, quiet in places and has everything you need for a great weekend away!
LegendMy 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. The park includes a large family beach on the lake. There are many opportunities for hiking, with trails leading to many special points of interest, including a mountaintop fire tower; an extensive marsh where beavers, deer, and great blue herons may be seen.
The park lines the shore of beautiful Pawtuckaway Lake. The 192 sites are wooded and many provide views of the lake. Each campsite has an open fire ring, picnic table, flat areas for a tent, and a parking space. The bathhouses are equipped with running water, flush toilets, and 24 hour showers. There are no hook-ups at any of the campsites. The park also has a camp store where canoe and kayaks are available, as well as a plublic canoe and kayak launch. Five cabins are available; each sleeps six people, has electricity, and includes a fire ring and picnic table. Pets are not allowed in the campground or beach area of the park.
TravelerLarge campsites, clean amenities, nice dog park, great store with everything you need and located near like Winni.
Camping options near Boscawen, New Hampshire are spread across central New Hampshire's Lakes Region, with elevations ranging from 350 to 500 feet above sea level. Most campgrounds in this area remain open from early May through mid-October, with summer temperatures typically reaching 75-85°F during daytime hours. The region's numerous ponds and lakes create water recreation opportunities at many local campgrounds.
Mountain biking at established trails: Bear Brook State Park Campground offers extensive biking opportunities with well-marked trails. "We camped here to check out the mountain bike trails in the park and we're not disappointed on either count. The campground is nice and spacious, well kept and the staff is friendly. The biking trails were a blast," notes Eammon C. Another visitor confirms: "Mountain biking is awesome here, can ride right off the campground and onto the trails!"
Tube down the Suncook River: Lazy River Family Campground provides river tubing with return transportation included. "Whether you're floating down the river (with return transport provided), swimming in the well maintained pool (or chasing your toddler back and forth in the kids pool), enjoying the large wooden playground and field, or sitting back with a drink at your site, there is never a moment of worry or stress," shares Dan M.
Explore mountain adventure activities: Gunstock Campground offers recreational facilities beyond standard camping. "It has pretty spacious sites, they have an aerial obstacle course and a mountain coaster, places to swim, music festivals, hiking, etc.," reports Kasey H. The campground connects directly to Gunstock Mountain activities with "Segway tour and the adventure zip lining and the coaster."
Secluded waterfront sites: Pawtuckaway State Park Campground offers premium lakeside camping spots. "If you plan ahead and get a water front site it's amazing... but all the sites are roomy and lovely to camp at! Kayaking, swimming area and hiking were all 5 stars!" explains Erin W. Another camper adds, "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."
Budget-friendly camping with amenities: Epsom Valley Campground provides affordable sites with unexpected features. "In a last minute attempt to get some camping in we ended up at this little spot... The owners were so relaxed and friendly, the spots were pretty spacious and the rules were very relaxed," shares Molly G. Another visitor mentions, "Our campsite was nice and level, right next to a river (with free canoe use!) and even had hammock trees."
Clean facilities: Several dog friendly campgrounds near Boscawen maintain high cleanliness standards. "I was so impressed by how well the grounds were kept and how clean the bathrooms were. The tent sites were large which was great as we had two tents at ours. The park is very dog friendly for camping as well as hiking," explains Gabby M. at Bear Brook State Park Campground.
Seasonal limitations for pets: Many campgrounds have specific timeframes for pet access. "Tried to plan ahead this year and get a prime site to learn they don't allow dogs anywhere in the campground during summer months," notes Erin W. about Pawtuckaway State Park. Visitors should call ahead to verify current pet policies as they change seasonally.
Site privacy varies significantly: Sandy Beach Campground and other facilities have inconsistent site separation. "Some were out in the open," one camper reports. Another notes, "More of the sites have very little separation from the neighboring campers near you." At Keyser Pond Campground, one visitor observed, "We were literally surrounded on all sides with no privacy at all."
Weekend noise levels: Campgrounds can become busy, particularly on weekends. "Campers aren't respectful of other campers and very noisy here," mentions one visitor. Another camper at Keyser Pond noted "A group of children were in the woods next to our site yelling profanities and attempting to make a teepee throughout the day."
Seek playgrounds and open fields: Several pet-friendly campgrounds near Boscawen feature dedicated play areas. "The camp has some seasonal full timers and many transient sites. I stayed with my sons Boy Scout troop and we loved it. Boys rode around on bikes, facilities were clean," reports Andrew P. about Granite State Campground.
Look for swimming options: Water activities provide entertainment for children. "The tent site has water, electric, and a fire pit. They brought us a picnic table to use for the night," shares Jeremiah C. At Lazy River Family Campground, one visitor appreciated "the river offers a beach and tubing without having to drive anywhere."
Book sites away from common areas: For families seeking quiet, location matters. "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. I'd avoid site 93 because it is so close to the playground and the fire ring placement makes it seem like families enjoying the playground will be tempted to walk through your site," advises Jean C.
Check site accessibility: Ramblewood Cabins and Campground and other facilities offer varied entry conditions. "We have stayed here a few times and really enjoyed sites and hospitality!" shares Anne G. When evaluating campgrounds, RVers should verify their rig size compatibility.
Consider seasonal camper ratios: Many campgrounds host long-term residents. "It seems like the majority of the sites are seasonals. The tent sites are wicked small, packed together and so close to the highway you don't get an ounce of quiet," observes one visitor at Keyser Pond Campground. At Sandy Beach, a camper noted, "Mostly a 5th wheelers park but you can see a 34 foot class A here and there so don't fret, there is room."
Verify utility hookups: Service availability varies by campground and may not match advertising. One visitor to Spacious Skies French Pond reported: "The campground is advertised as having full hookups with Wi-fi and cable. Asked about Wi-fi, 'it's not all hooked up yet'. Told them our cable didn't work, 'it's not connected yet'."
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