White Lake State Park and several surrounding campgrounds offer glamping accommodations near Brookfield, New Hampshire that range from basic to luxurious. The region sits at the foothills of the White Mountains with elevations between 500-1,000 feet, creating cooler evening temperatures even in summer months. Most glamping sites require advance reservations with peak season running May through October when daytime temperatures range from 65-85°F.
What to do
Swimming and beach activities: White Lake State Park Campground provides a shallow swimming area that extends quite far from shore. "The lake is clear, the swimming area is shallow for quite a distance so you can feel comfortable with kids," notes a visitor to White Lake State Park Campground. Many glamping sites have direct water access.
Boating options: Multiple watercraft rentals available at Chocorua KOA including paddle boats and kayaks. "There are a lot of options for boat rentals - paddle boats, kayaks, canoes, paddle boards, and row boats," according to a camper at Chocorua KOA. Most rentals cost $10-25 per hour depending on watercraft type.
Hiking trails: Access trails directly from some glamping sites with varying difficulty levels. "There are some trails leading to the lake from the sites, but for most of them they are down a little hill," explains a visitor to White Lake State Park. Morning hikes offer cooler temperatures and better wildlife viewing opportunities.
What campers like
Private decks and waterfront access: Waterfront glamping sites at some locations include furnished decks. "The waterfront site we had was very nice, it's pretty spacious. The deck had furniture on it and a grill," says a visitor to Chocorua KOA. Some premium sites include private entrance paths.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Early morning and dusk offer the best wildlife viewing times from glamping accommodations. "Waking up to the sound of the loons in the morning was wonderful," mentions a camper at Long Island Bridge Campground. Bird watchers should bring binoculars for loon, duck and heron sightings.
Centralized location: Proximity to White Mountains activities and local towns makes glamping in Brookfield convenient. "A great family campground just South of Conway, NH. Close to groceries, the outlets, plenty of restaurants," notes a visitor to White Lake State Park Campground. Most major attractions within 30-45 minute drive.
What you should know
Booking requirements: Glamping accommodations fill quickly during peak season, especially waterfront locations. "Memorial Day weekend, there were still vacancies, but during my Labor Day visit last year sites were full very early Friday morning," reports a camper at White Lake State Park Campground. Book 3-6 months in advance for summer weekends.
Weather considerations: Prepare for cooler nights even in summer months. "We were hit with an unexpected 36 hour downpour and there was only one suitable spot for our tent since the terrain is very rocky," warns a visitor to Pawtuckaway State Park Campground. Glamping tents typically provide heaters for cool evenings.
Insect preparation: Bugs can be prevalent in wooded and waterfront areas. "Bring your bug spray, citronella candles and smoky firewood - the bugs here are no joke. But if you come prepared you can get by with minimal bites," advises a visitor to White Lake State Park. Most glamping sites provide screens but additional repellent recommended.
Tips for camping with families
Bring bicycles: Larger campgrounds require significant walking between amenities and activities. "Bicycles are a good idea since the gatehouse is a pretty good hike away from the camping areas, and you need to drop your trash off each night in the dumpsters that are located there," suggests a camper at White Lake State Park Campground. Child bike trails available at some locations.
Playground and recreation access: Several glamping locations offer organized activities for children. "There's quite a few activities available for kids and adults, they do arts and crafts, movie nights, hikes and other things for children," explains a visitor to Tail-Tuckaway. Most scheduled activities run between 10am-4pm daily.
Beach considerations: Beach areas vary significantly between locations. "The beach was clean and had lots of ducks swimming near by. The kids enjoyed ice cream tacos from the snack shack," shares a camper at White Lake State Park. Many beach areas include designated swimming sections with gradual depth increase.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Some glamping sites situated on hills require additional equipment. "The only level part of the site is away from the deck and water. My wife wanted to get the camper up close to the deck so our area under the awning was close to that, which meant I had a lot more leveling to do," explains a visitor to Chocorua KOA. Request level sites when booking.
Utility variations: Hookups differ significantly between glamping locations. "Sites were labeled as a 50 amp connection, but it wasn't, it was 30 amp. So double check that," advises a camper at Ellacoya State Park Campground. Confirm exact hookup specifications when booking glamping accommodation packages.
