Family-friendly RV sites near Dover, New Hampshire provide convenient access to the coastal region. Located in southeastern New Hampshire, Dover sits just 12 miles from the Atlantic coastline at about 30 feet above sea level. The area experiences four distinct seasons with humid summers reaching the mid-80s and winters dropping below freezing, affecting campground opening dates and seasonal policies.
What to do
Beach access options: Thousand Trails Moody Beach offers proximity to southern Maine beaches with convenient transportation. "The beach is a short 15-minute walk. For children, there is a swimming pool, a basketball court and a small playground," notes a recent visitor.
Fishing opportunities: Local ponds and waterways provide fishing spots for campers. At Sandy Beach Campground, "the sandy beach is nice but the swimming area is quite weedy," reports one camper, though the site provides "launch areas to set out in a paddle boat, canoe or row boat, all available on site."
Entertainment options: Many campgrounds schedule regular activities and performances. One camper at Tuxbury Pond RV Campground mentioned, "There was a large canopy tent set up right in between us & the bathrooms that we were now much closer to & there was a band setting up for their afternoon show. The live band was cool."
What campers like
Clean facilities: Campground cleanliness ranks high in visitor satisfaction. At Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach, campers appreciate the "clean bathrooms and grounds" with one reviewer noting, "The bathrooms and grounds were very clean, facilities were clean."
Swimming options: On-site pools provide alternatives to beach swimming. At Cole's Mine RV Resort, visitors enjoy "one amazing pool" with a visitor commenting, "This place is well payed out and very well taken care of. The pool is heated and has an amazing water slide and themed."
Seasonal atmosphere: The region offers different experiences throughout camping season. "We love going in the fall to enjoy the leaves and sit in the hot tubs. The location is close to OOB and easy to get around," noted a camper at Wild Acres Sun RV Resort about autumn visits.
What you should know
Site spacing varies: Many campgrounds feature tightly arranged sites. At Wild Acres Sun RV Resort, visitors should prepare for proximity to neighbors as "sites are close together" and "this is not the place" if "you like privacy and more of a camping experience."
Reservation planning: Early booking remains essential for prime spots. "Advance reservations are strongly recommended for weekend stays during summer months," a campground manager advised.
Noise levels: Campground noise varies significantly by location and day of week. "Quiet during the weekdays, picks up over weekends but not too overbearing," reports a Sandy Beach Campground visitor, while another camper at Wild Acres noted weekend stays were "crazy busy. A little too much."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Family-oriented campgrounds offer dedicated play areas. "Great campground, clean bathrooms, clean grounds, gated campground with card key access in/out of the grounds, 2 pools, pavilion, activities/entertainment, fairly quiet during quiet hours, laundromat, playground, dog park," reported a Tuxbury Pond visitor.
Kid-friendly activities: Scheduled events keep younger campers entertained. A Cole's Mine RV Resort visitor shared, "This place is perfect for small families or parents of younger kids. 2 amazing playgrounds, clean facilities and one amazing pool."
Safety considerations: Gated campgrounds provide security for families. "Gated campground with card key access in/out of the grounds" was highlighted as a positive feature at Tuxbury Pond RV Campground.
Tips from RVers
Site surface variations: RV pads differ between campgrounds. Beach Rose RV Park provides "level concrete pad full hookups," though "sites close together but quiet," according to a recent visitor.
Campground layout navigation: Some parks feature unusual site arrangements. At Thousand Trails Moody Beach, "The 30 amp sites are very close together. The campground layout is quite unusual, with campers parked lengthwise along the road."
Cell service reliability: Digital connectivity varies between locations. At Wild Acres Sun RV Resort, "Wifi not great and we have starlink - lots of obstruction so if you need uninterrupted access I'd check with the front desk to see if there are clearer areas for your satellite."
