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Best Campgrounds near Whitefield, NH

1,222 Reviews

The White Mountains region surrounding Whitefield, New Hampshire provides a spectrum of camping experiences ranging from rustic tent sites to full-service RV facilities with cabin options. Twin Mountain-Mt. Washington KOA and Apple Hill Campground offer family-friendly environments with facilities for both tent and RV camping, while Mountain Lake Camping Resort provides luxury options including yurts and glamping accommodations. Developed campgrounds in the area typically operate from May through mid-October, with a few facilities like Apple Hill remaining open year-round. Most campgrounds are situated within 10-20 miles of Whitefield, offering convenient access to nearby attractions including Franconia Notch and Crawford Notch State Parks.

Reservation requirements vary significantly across campgrounds in the region, with most requiring advance booking during peak summer months. "Very family oriented. Clean bathrooms and showers. Friendly staff. Store on site and close to Santa's Village," noted one camper about Mountain Lake Camping Resort. Weather conditions in the White Mountains can change rapidly, particularly at higher elevations, making proper preparation essential even during summer months. Most campgrounds provide drinking water and restroom facilities, though amenities like showers, electrical hookups, and dump stations are primarily available at private campgrounds rather than state-operated sites. Cell service can be limited in more remote camping areas, particularly in valley locations between mountain ranges.

Campers consistently highlight the natural beauty and family-friendly atmosphere of the area's campgrounds. The proximity to hiking trails, lakes, and tourist attractions like Santa's Village makes this region particularly appealing for family camping trips. A visitor to Apple Hill Campground mentioned it was "Super quiet and close to a lot of cute little towns. Lots of nice hikes nearby too!" Most developed campgrounds offer fire rings and picnic tables, with firewood available for purchase at many locations. Campgrounds with water features such as Mountain Lake Camping Resort receive particularly high ratings from families with children, offering activities like swimming, kayaking and paddleboarding. While summer weekends draw the largest crowds, mid-week visits or early/late season camping provides a quieter experience with more site availability.

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Best Camping Sites Near Whitefield, New Hampshire (256)

    1. Lafayette Place Campground — Franconia Notch State Park

    36 Reviews
    Lincoln, NH
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 823-9513

    $35 / night

    "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."

    "The White Mountains stretch quite some distance. While the Presidential peaks are often considered the jewel of this range, I find the Franconia Ridge just as beautiful and stunning."

    2. Twin Mountain-Mt. Washington KOA

    10 Reviews
    Twin Mountain, NH
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 846-5559

    "There are tons of hiking trails in and close by the site. And other activities close by for family or adult fun like Story Land? Santa's Village, and more."

    "The trail is right outside the lip of the campsite. Totally had a fun time."

    3. Sugarloaf 1 Campground

    11 Reviews
    Twin Mountain, NH
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 536-6100

    $24 / night

    "If you need help or have any questions the Hosts (Located in Sugarloaf 2) are very friendly and offer a wealth of knowledge of the area."

    "Definitely a step above primitive campsites (there’s a flushing toilet and water), but this site doesn’t have some of the other features you find at some larger campgrounds (no sinks, washbasins, or showers"

    4. Dry River Campground — Crawford Notch State Park

    31 Reviews
    Bartlett, NH
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 374-2272

    $35 - $40 / night

    "Cool location right on the edge of the Dry River Wilderness. Great Basecamp for lots of hikes in the area. Some spots are right on the highway with not much tree cover in between so can be loud."

    "This state park campground located between Rte 302 and the Dry River in Crawford Notch is a great location for exploring family friendly trails to (Sawyer Pond, Arethusa Falls, Willard Cliffs to name a"

    5. Moose Brook State Park Campground

    29 Reviews
    Gorham, NH
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 466-3860

    $35 - $45 / night

    "This state park is located in the small town of Gorham, New Hampshire."

    "This campground is just north bordering the White Mountain NF. Close to northern trailheads. NH take care in keeping their parks orderly. Nice site."

    6. Apple Hill Campground

    8 Reviews
    Bethlehem, NH
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 869-2238

    $25 - $35 / night

    "Close to a main throughfare, tons of recreating to do in this area. Hiking, skiing, snowmobiling, fishing, literally anything outside. Just a few miles from grocery stores, restaurants, etc."

    "Town was close by but also removed enough to give the great camping experience without needing to drive miles to get forgotten supplies."

    7. Crawford Notch Campground

    24 Reviews
    Bartlett, NH
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 374-2272

    $25 / night

    "Our site was big and walking around the grounds the other sites appeared to all be pretty good sized as well. They are not lying when they call their sites secluded either!"

    "Cabins and RV sites with hookups are closer yo the entrance, store and road. That latter feature is a bit if a bummer bc the noise from cars and trucks zipping by on route 302 is loud."

    8. Sugarloaf 2 Campground

    9 Reviews
    Twin Mountain, NH
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 536-6100

    $24 / night

    "Access to some of the best hiking in New Hampshire!"

    "Feels like you are away from other campers even when full. Easy access to beautiful Zeacliff trails and sugarloaf mountains as well as easy access to what the white mountains have to offer."

    9. Twin Mountain Campground

    8 Reviews
    Twin Mountain, NH
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 846-5513

    $38 - $50 / night

    "Who I believe to be the owners working in the store at the entrance were super friendly and helpful."

    "It tends to be quiet due to restrictions against playing music outside your tent/trailer."

    10. Mountain Lake Camping Resort

    6 Reviews
    Lancaster, NH
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 788-4509

    "Lake, hiking, canoeing, paddle boarding, bike riding, all of it is right here! Nice, shaded spots with a lovely Mountain View."

    "Store on site and close to Santa's Village"

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  • Panvira T.
    Oct. 14, 2025

    Fransted Family Campground

    Good location

    The place so nice and cleaned,quite also close to you must see and things to do. The price reasonable too. Highly recommended

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 13, 2025

    Woodbury Meadows Campground

    Family-Owned Campground Near Stowe

    With 6 sites, this family-owned campground was the perfect pit stop on our road trip to Stowe. Dig and kid friendly. Has showers, water, and electrical hookup.

  • R
    Oct. 10, 2025

    Riverside Camping & RV Resort

    Impeccibly Maintained

    Easily one of the most well maintained sites we have visited. The host was attentive and gracious. Beautiful nature trails behind the campground. I found one that lead to a beach by the river, perfect for reading and relaxing.

  • Oksana S.
    Oct. 8, 2025

    Jellystone Park™ Glen Ellis

    Read before booking

    PLEASE READ BEFORE GOING We went to Jellystone Park at in Glen NH. We originally booked from Sunday to thursday. We left on Tuesday due to several issues with the cabin that the office staff refused to fix. Issues we had was 1. Cabin was filthy and had bugs inside. 2. Stove top wasnt working. 3. Fridge smelled so bad I had to wash it with warm water and dish soap. 4. Our cabin reeked like cigarettes to the point I couldn't bath my kids because when the bathroom got steamy the smell got sooo bad. I tried to adress the issues and was told they had a no smoke policy so its not their issue if it smelled because they did their part in putting a policy down. For it being filthy I was told they trust their cleaner so it qas me that made it filthy..(attached is one picture that I have this is just the bathroom on our first day their. Everything was covered in dirt, sand and soo dusty and bugs everywhere). I first spoke to James who yelled and was saying ridiculous excuses as to why its ok. Then the manager(dont remember name but she was older and blonde hair) screamed at me while I had my 2 year old with me. I was telling her calmly and very nice my concerns to which she was yelling to get out of the office. Then I was threatened to have the cops called if I complained again. I lost alot of money I cant afford to loose. But most important I was want to make people aware. I told them the website should state these things to be fair cause if I knew this i wouldn't have paid since they said its normal for stoves not to work and its out of their controll if someone smokes in the cabin. They said no one would stay if they posted those things. I left litterally shaking and crying because I couldn't believe it. They are nice if you dont complain. Discusting customer service horrendous management. Will be reporting everywhere already let my friends know so they dont go next year.

  • S
    Oct. 4, 2025

    Crocker Pond

    Beautiful spot!!

    7 campsites in a really beautiful place!! We went in early October and about half the sites were full. It was very peaceful and great hiking nearby!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2025

    Jefferson Campground

    Great Mountain Campground

    Nice campground in a beautiful location. This place is a bit off the beaten path of White Mountain tourist areas but is still within easy drive to all the major attractions. We picked this spot for that exact reason. Open field camping in the middle with wooded sites on the edges of the park. I originally chose a site that was a bit too small to properly unhook the trailer but staff helped me get a better location. Site 17 was too tight for 44 ft total length. Switched to site 5 pull through. Some sites face each other for camping with friends. Follow their map to pull in correctly. Staff is excellent and very helpful. Small store on site with necessities and fire wood. FYI Amenities: pool, playground, laundry (affordable) hot showers. Off season so the place was not busy, very quiet. This is on our short list for when we return next year.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 29, 2025

    Grafton Notch Campground

    Amazing place!

    We stayed here 2 nights in late September. The campground is very neat and tidy with lots of nice touches like flowers and seasonal decorations. The sites are gravel & the paths are covered in wood chips - both make walking cleaner because you are out of the dirt and mud. There is a path to the river and 2 picnic tables by the river. The bathhouse is clean and has a large shower with plenty of places to put your soap, shampoo, etc. There are also lots of hooks in the shower and bathroom for your stuff and the shower has a large bench to sit on as you get dressed. There are 2 dishwashing stations outside the bathhouse. Horseshoes and corn hole are on site and there is a well stocked camp store. Lots of information and brochures on the area. The owner is very kind and personable - I am looking forward to coming back!

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 21, 2025

    Town Hall Road Dispersed

    Few Solar/Starlink Options

    If all we needed was a campsite with no solar or starlink, this would be 5 star review. Lots of options, great hiking in the area. But if you need solar or starlink, there’s only 1 or 2 viable spots. We were lucky to snag on one a Monday afternoon (last site before turnaround on FR38) and stayed all week.

  • Joshua M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 19, 2025

    Dolly Copp Campground

    Calm and clean gem

    Went here in mid Fall of '25 and couldnt have been greated by nicer people, had a great private site with water and 30amp hookups. Very dog freindly, many hiking trails in the the area. Next to zero cell phone service.

Guide to Whitefield

Camping near Whitefield, New Hampshire, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the stunning trails in the area. Many campers enjoy the nearby hiking options, with one reviewer from Lafayette Place Campground mentioning, "The campground is close to tons of activities near White Mountains National Forest."
  • Fishing: If you love fishing, you’re in luck! Campers at Moose Brook State Park Campground have reported great catches, with one saying, "Pulled an 8” brook trout out of a 10’ wide stream onsite."
  • Swimming: Enjoy a refreshing dip in the lakes. A visitor at White Lake State Park Campground noted, "The lake water is crystal clear (and warmer than expected)."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Many campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A reviewer at Dry River Campground said, "This campground has a lot of amenities like showers and washer/dryers (all coin operated)."
  • Friendly staff: Campers often mention the helpfulness of the staff. One happy camper at Lost River Valley Campground shared, "This is a great family-run place."
  • Scenic views: The natural beauty of the area is a big draw. A visitor at Hancock Campground remarked, "The campground is only a short drive away from an endless amount of hiking options."

What you should know:

  • Noise levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy due to nearby roads. A camper at Lafayette Place Campground mentioned, "As others have noted, there is a bit of noise from Rt. 93."
  • Site privacy: Campers looking for seclusion might find some sites too close together. A reviewer at Crawford Notch Campground said, "Every site is surrounded by other campers close enough to make eye contact and have a conversation."
  • Reservation challenges: Some campers have faced issues with reservations. A visitor at Dry River Campground noted, "The nicest sites were reserved the entire time we were there and they were total no-shows."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose family-friendly campgrounds: Look for places with activities for kids. A family at Sebago Lake State Park Campground enjoyed, "There is a nice playground and swimming area conveniently close to the campsites."
  • Plan for noise: Be prepared for lively environments. One camper at Sebago Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "There are many campsites and lots of young children running around."
  • Pack extra supplies: Bring along games and activities to keep kids entertained. A visitor at Moose Brook State Park Campground suggested, "The campground is well maintained, and we came for easy access to mountain biking trails!"

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site suitability: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Lost River Valley Campground noted, "The sites are large, wooded, and private."
  • Be aware of amenities: Some campgrounds may lack full hookups. A camper at Moose Brook State Park Campground mentioned, "This is a no electric hookup and no dump station park."
  • Plan for weather: Be prepared for changing conditions. A visitor at Crawford Notch Campground advised, "The sites are all nice, but the noise from cars and trucks zipping by on route 302 is loud."

Camping near Whitefield, New Hampshire, offers a variety of experiences, from serene lakes to bustling campgrounds. Whether you're in a tent or RV, there's something for everyone!

Frequently Asked Questions

What campgrounds are available near Whitefield?

The Whitefield area offers several excellent camping options in New Hampshire's scenic White Mountains region. Private Field and Woods Camping provides a secluded nature experience with beautiful landscapes. Just a short drive away, The Pastures Campground offers spacious lots with tables and fire rings near the Vermont border. Other nearby options include Twin Mountain Campground, Apple Hill Campground in Bethlehem, and Mountain Lake Camping Resort in Lancaster, all providing easy access to the natural beauty and outdoor activities of the White Mountains.

What amenities are available at Whitefield camping areas?

Camping areas near Whitefield offer varied amenities to enhance your outdoor experience. Country Bumpkins Campground and Cabins features riverside camping spots with ample parking and proximity to local attractions. Off Grid Black Cap Yurt provides a more primitive experience for those seeking seclusion. Many area campgrounds offer fire rings, picnic tables, and access to water. Some facilities include showers, laundry rooms, and bathroom facilities. Several campgrounds in the region also provide easy access to hiking trails, swimming areas, and other outdoor recreational activities in the White Mountains.

Is Lake Hill Campground located in Whitefield?

No, Lake Hill Campground is not located in Whitefield, New Hampshire. The area instead features campgrounds like Sugarloaf 2 Campground, known for its clean, wooded sites and access to excellent hiking trails. For camping options closer to Whitefield, consider Dolly Copp Campground in Gorham or various facilities in the surrounding White Mountains region. These alternatives provide similar outdoor recreation opportunities with proximity to mountains, forests, and waterways.

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