Top Tent Camping near Exeter, NH

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Best Tent Sites Near Exeter, NH (15)

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    1. Cape Ann Camp Site

    14 Reviews
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    246 Saves
    • Pets
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    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $36 - $44 / night

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    2. Greenfield State Park

    19 Reviews
    41 Photos
    98 Saves
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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    3. Salmon Falls River RV Resort and Family Campground

    2 Reviews
    1 Photo
    13 Saves
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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    4. Camp Nihan Environmental Education Group Camp

    2 Reviews
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    49 Saves

    Camp Nihan is the perfect place for your next group camping experience. There's plenty of opportunities to learn about the local habitat. Explore a variety of nature and wildlife across 65 acres.

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    • Group
    • Cabins
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    5. Huttopia Southern Maine

    1 Review
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    18 Saves
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    6. Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park

    8 Reviews
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    88 Saves

    COVID has changed some reservation availability. Please check before planning to camp Made up of 34 islands and peninsulas, Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park is an urban oasis just minutes from Boston’s city center. Hop aboard a park ferry and discover islands rich with opportunities for outdoor recreation, relaxation, and Boston Harbor Islands camping.

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    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Yurts
    • Picnic Table

    $8 - $70 / night

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      8. Lost Boys Hideout

      3 Reviews
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      78 Saves

      Platform and Back-country Sites are available. Sunset Ridge is hammock preferred and small tent friendly, however Only the signature site has a provided tent and stove ( this listing is for weekday rentals only) … see our separate listing for the signature Lost Boys Hideout Rock'n Summer for weekend rentals of the campsite {which does have pictures here on this page). Different sites have different parking areas and different levels of access ease. Sunset Ridge is the most difficult, think rural and rugged. While the Hideout, our main signature site, is the easiest and has the most amenities. Sleepy Hollow is the middle ground to walk in, with provided summer tents & some comforts, but is closest to the local public road. This is your perfect escape to the woods with a private seasonal pond and plenty of marked private hiking trails. A short drive down to the beach and a full-service boat ramp for Horace Lake, so bring your boat, water skis and ice fishing gear! You can rent our canoes for Horace Lake or Turkey Pond for great fishing. Don't forget your mountain bike for trails or area specialty adventure centers. Off site ATV trails, snowmobile trails, and other seasonal adventure locations are within easy reach. Be at peace and stay by the campfire soaking in calm with nature surrounding you. I'll have some fresh drinking water ready for you. We are excited to meet you! One night stays will be considered on a case-by-case basis- don't hesitate to ask! If we don't have a prior multi-day reservation one week ahead of time, we will do our best to accommodate you! Lots of extras available for rent for those folks who are not stocked up on camping gear. Bedding, tents, cooking gear, gas stove top, etc etc!

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      $49 - $149 / night

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      Recent Tent Reviews In Exeter

      638 Reviews of 15 Exeter Campgrounds


      • Judy W.
        Camper-submitted photo from Bear Brook State Park
        Oct. 4, 2024

        Bear Brook State Park

        Bearbrook Pros and Cons

        Con: Signage is awful! Hard to find park, office and cabins! Once there, Looong drive to both campground and Cabins.

        Pro: cabins are on a remote lake. Perfect for star gazing! Rustic but comfy (beds) cabins. Bring all your own stuff. No electricity, so no lights. Our cabin had a steep path. Others did not.

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        Sep. 12, 2024

        Sea Coast Camping and RV Resort

        Small, clean, quiet campground close to NH beaches and Portsmouth NH

        Friendly staff, hard gravel access roads, level gravel sites. No issues with electric, sewer or water hookups. Some of the best clear, clean, drinking water at high pressure we have come across. Great access to beaches, numerous eateries and shopping minutes away. This is our second time we have been here and here for the month of September.

        I would reccomend Seacoast RV Park to other campers.

      • JThe Dyrt PRO User
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        Aug. 31, 2024

        Riverside Park Campground

        What you get in southern Me

        A friendly place but very crowed campground and tight getting a 21’ trailer in. About 1/2 of the sites are seasonal. Lots of beach traffic in the area and while we are glad we stoped by we wouldn’t go back

      • Ronald C.The Dyrt PRO User
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        Aug. 19, 2024

        Wells Beach Resort Campground

        Huge campground

        I only stayed one night because I couldn’t find a spot anywhere close to 95 . The campground is huge and the spaces are very tight ,not to mention $148 for a full hook up pull thru site that my 42 ft 5w barley fit. I would not go back .

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        Aug. 18, 2024

        Winding River Campground

        Great time with kids

        We had a great time here camping with our kids and grandkids. River is not much to look at but the pool was great and there were great events like foam parties, DJ at the pool, pancake breakfast and live music to name a few. Staff were friendly and helpful.

      • Jonathan J.
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        Aug. 17, 2024

        Old Orchard Beach Campground

        Great Community Park

        This is a great campsite. So many amenities that work. Great sense of community. Overly friendly people at the front desk that are accommodating. The spaces are very close to each other. The Wi-Fi does not work very well (WFH employees trying to see the world). Other than the Wi-Fi, everything exceeded our expectations.

      • JThe Dyrt PRO User
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        Aug. 17, 2024

        Beaver Dam Campground

        Excellent campground

        Beautiful and very well maintained. The staff is awesome. There are SO many amazing activities for the whole family. Would absolutely recommend!

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        Aug. 12, 2024

        Bayley's Camping Resort

        Best campground on earth!

        This is my favorite campground by a mile! The people here are so friendly and accommodating, the campground facilities are clean and well kept, the kids activities are top notch, and the free trolly to Old Orchard Beach and Pine Point Beach is so convenient and the drivers are AMAZING. The nightly entertainment is also outstanding, especially the hypnotist. There are three nice pools, several playgrounds, two stores, a mini golf course, several ponds for fishing, and a really great restaurant with a huge selection of foods and decent prices. There’s also an adult pool with its own bar and restaurant that’s also very good! They serve a yummy brunch too. I really can’t say enough about Bayley’s. We travel 9.5 hours to come here each year and when we arrive, it simply feels like home. Old Orchard Beach is beautiful and is just a 5 minute trolly ride away. Just come! And don’t forget to bring your boogie boards!!

      • AThe Dyrt PRO User
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        Aug. 8, 2024

        Thousand Trails Moody Beach

        Nice for one or two nights

        The 30 amp sites are very close together.

        The campground layout is quite unusual, with campers parked lengthwise along the road. This means that you share the space where you sit outside with the camper behind you, resulting in very little privacy. It feels cramped, and you’re constantly close to your neighbors. If you’re looking for a peaceful, secluded camping experience, this setup might not be ideal.

        The facilities are ok but dated and could be cleaner. The beach is a short 15-minute walk.

        For children, there is a swimming pool, a basketball court and a small playground

        All in all, this is a good campground if you are on the road and want to spend a night or two exploring the area.

      • Jeremy T.
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        Aug. 4, 2024

        Circle 9 Ranch Campground

        Dirty and uninviting

        This is one of the dirtiest camp grounds I’ve been to.  It smelled of septic gas and trash.  The bathrooms were disgusting, the pool and playground were a slimy mess.  Camp sites are small and buggy.  Open septic line everywhere.  Picnic tables were all rotten.  Not a pleasant stay at all.  This is a trailer park not a camp ground.

      • Tracy W.
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        Jul. 31, 2024

        Autumn Hills Campground

        Enjoyable and memorable experience

        Autumn Hills Campground is AWESOME! It’s remotely located and the amenities and activities are amazing, something for everyone! The staff is so friendly and helpful and I can’t say enough how clean the bathrooms, laundry room and store are! The super nice owners, Adam& Jennifer are constantly making upgrades and changes and have really created a beautiful, family oriented campground! I recommend you take the virtual tour online so you can pick a sight that works for you and book it soon.

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        Jul. 31, 2024

        Wild Duck Adult Campground & RV Park

        Quiet campground on Scarborough Marsh

        We stayed for 3 nights in late July.   The campground is peaceful and quiet, with the sounds of birds and the trees being the main thing you hear - it is quite relaxing.   The trees are quite tall and create a lovely canopy overhead.   There is some road traffic noise, but it’s minimal.  The sites that face the marsh are the best sites - they have some grass and lovely views.  We were in site 5, which faces the woods and was dirt.  It had a slight bump in it which made hooking and unhooking our travel trailer a little difficult.   The sites are close together, and do not have any foliage buffers between them.  The bathrooms were very clean.   The people we met who worked at the camp were friendly and helpful.   It is within a mile of the Audubon center, where you can either put in your own kayak/canoe or rent one.   The Eastern Trail is 1.3 miles away,  and good for walking, running or gravel biking.

      • Miccal  M.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Bear Brook State Park
        Jul. 22, 2024

        Bear Brook State Park

        Nice, Clean but crowded, and most sites are close together

        This was my first time staying at Bear Brook, it's an easy campground to get to, once you get to the west gate it's about a 4-mile drive to the campground, if you're coming from the east it's about 1.5 miles.

        The first impression was impressed by the size and how organized everything was. Check-in was easy, then driving to my site (#7) took a minute.

        That's when I realized the sites were 4' apart in the section I was staying in. Other sites on each end are further apart.

        The campground has a beach, a playground, a Ball field, and a store. The roads are all easy to drive on but narrow.

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        Camper-submitted photo from Gunstock Mountain Resort
        Jul. 15, 2024

        Gunstock Mountain Resort

        Peaceful and great location

        We enjoyed this campground! The staff upon arrival was so nice. It was so quiet at night! Got to walk to hike Gunstock. Wished there was a restaurant within walking distance. But not a show stopper. We will be back!

      • k
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        Jul. 9, 2024

        Saddleback Campground

        If I could do negative I would

        So my fiance and I we had called and asked if they had tent sites they put us at 9T ( which to any other campground T with the number means tent) but the owner comes up this morning being a complete ass saying that it wasn’t a tent site & that we requested to move sites and now all of a sudden it was a problem so paid 60?which was supposed to be paid for two nights & basically told that we had to pack up and leave with no refund & a very sour taste in my mouth from that campground. I will never return

      • k
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        Jul. 9, 2024

        Circle 9 Ranch Campground

        Terrible

        So I had gotten a tent site for 4 days and Roxanne the old bag in the office does nothing but talk about everyone & everytime you put in for a reservation she says I can’t give you a tent site 🤔🤔 but yet I’ve been nothing polite and

      • Nate & His Reina Puertorriqueña H.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Thousand Trails Moody Beach
        Jul. 8, 2024

        Thousand Trails Moody Beach

        It was just ok.

        It was an ok experience. We don’t like the campsites being sideways or parallel to the road, it feels strange. Bathrooms were down for cleaning but when they opened they smelled of bleach and still had gobs of hair in the drains of multiple shower stalls.

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        Jul. 7, 2024

        Spacious Skies Walnut Grove

        Great Stopover for Maine Hotspots

        I was on a long road trip and only stayed a few days mainly to see the nearby Maine hotspots - Kennebunkport and Portland. The campground is not fancy, but clean and well maintained. Many of the sites were used by long-term campers, which turns the campground into a nice little neighborhood - everyone I greeted waved or said hello. I travel solo, and felt very safe.

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        Jul. 7, 2024

        Spacious Skies French Pond

        Plenty of room

        I only stayed a few nights, but enjoyed it thoroughly. 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. I spent most of my time exploring the area since there are a lot of things to do very close to this campground.

      • Mal L.
        Camper-submitted photo from Keyser Pond Campground
        Jul. 4, 2024

        Keyser Pond Campground

        Fun time

        Me and my fiancé last minute booked a 4th of July trip last minute and had a wonderful time! Our site was all rocks and we were tenting but we made it work knowing we booked the trip last minute! Brought our dog and he had fun!

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        Camper-submitted photo from Salmon Falls / Lebanon KOA
        Jun. 29, 2024

        Salmon Falls / Lebanon KOA

        Big and Friendly campground

        This campground is pretty big, sprawled out with lots to do, like tubing, cornhole, arcade, pools with slide and more. Customers service was great both at check in as well as later when getting wood delivered. Sites are descent and bathrooms are nice and modern. I would recommend this campground to my friends and family and will come back.

      • Paulina B.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Thousand Trails Moody Beach
        Jun. 21, 2024

        Thousand Trails Moody Beach

        Consider Thousand Trails Membership for Better Value

        Consider the Thousand Trails membership when booking this site. Our annual membership fees basically covered what it would cost to camp here for two weeks.

        The campground has good proximity to Orchard Beach and Portland. However, the spots are pretty tight, and the WiFi is awful away from the registration office. We were in the wooded area, but those camping on the outskirts seemed able to utilize their Starlink.

        The dog park and pool were small but nice. The bathroom facilities were pretty good, though they weren't cleaned as often as they should be.

      • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Hanscom AFB FamCamp
        Jun. 19, 2024

        Hanscom AFB FamCamp

        Recreation camping close to Lexingtin and Concord

        The HanscomField Fam Camp is a wooded recreational camp for military families and retirees, as well as for RV camping for active duty military on temporary orders. The campground offers RV sites, some with hookups, as well as more walk-in secluded tent sites as well as one yurt tent. The campground is peaceful and quiet, although adjacent to a very busy AFB. Proximity to the base provides access to the base exchange and other facilities, but the quiet location is a recreational retreat centered around several indoor and outdoor gathering spaces such as basketball and outdoor sports, and an indoor game and recreation room complete with crafts supplies for the kiddos and tourism info for the lical area. In the immediate vicinity are the villages of Lexington and Concord as well as the Minute Man National Park and Walden Pond, so the campground makes a great basecamp for exploration of the area’s rich culture and history. You are also not too far from Cambridge, and can easily access Boston from there if you like.

        There are several clean modern bath houses, with hot showers and flush toilets. The office staff is very helpful and friendly!

        Dogs are welcome too.



      Guide to Exeter

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

      What to do:

      • Kayaking and Canoeing: Many campgrounds, like Pawtuckaway State Park Campground, provide easy access to water activities. One camper mentioned, "Lots of great spots on the water, easy to put a kayak in from."
      • Hiking: Trails abound in the area. A visitor at Bear Brook State Park Campground noted, "There are hiking trails throughout the campground," making it a great spot for nature lovers.
      • Beach Fun: If you’re up for a beach day, Salisbury Beach State Reservation is nearby. One reviewer said, "The ocean is absolutely gorgeous, clean, beautiful," perfect for a family outing.

      What campers like:

      • Spacious Sites: Campers at Greenfield State Park Campground appreciate the large, private sites. One long-time visitor shared, "If you like large sites in a wooded setting with many private ones, this is the place."
      • Clean Facilities: Many campers rave about the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. A reviewer from Lorraine Park Campground mentioned, "The sanitary building is clean with good showers."
      • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Campgrounds like Sandy Pines Campground are noted for their family-friendly amenities. One parent said, "Lots of family-friendly amenities."

      What you should know:

      • Pet Policies: Not all campgrounds allow pets. For example, White Lake State Park Campground does not permit pets, which can be a dealbreaker for some families.
      • Crowded Weekends: Expect busier crowds on weekends. A camper at Greenfield State Park Campground noted, "The weekend was packed!" If you prefer quieter stays, consider mid-week visits.
      • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Wompatuck State Park Campground, have fewer amenities. A visitor mentioned, "There isn’t much to the RV sites but an electric plug."

      Tips for camping with families:

      • Choose Campgrounds with Activities: Look for campgrounds that offer playgrounds and organized activities. A family at Sandy Pines Campground enjoyed the "beautiful pool with very natural landscaping."
      • Pack for the Weather: Be prepared for changing weather conditions. One camper at Bear Brook State Park Campground advised, "Our sites survived a 2-hour monsoon," highlighting the need for good gear.
      • Plan Meals Ahead: Having meals planned can save time and stress. A camper at Minute Man Campground appreciated the "well-maintained" facilities for cooking.

      Tips from RVers:

      • Check Site Sizes: Make sure to verify the size of your site before booking. A reviewer at Wompatuck State Park Campground mentioned, "You don't have the feeling of being really in the woods," which can be important for RVers looking for space.
      • Be Mindful of Noise: Some campgrounds can get noisy, especially on weekends. A visitor at Minute Man Campground noted, "The staff was nice, but the store seemed to be lacking some stuff."
      • Utilize Dump Stations: Make sure to use dump stations when available. A camper at Greenfield State Park Campground found the "dump station clean," which is a plus for RV travelers.

      Camping near Exeter, New Hampshire, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. With a little planning, you can enjoy the great outdoors and make lasting memories.

      Frequently Asked Questions

      • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Exeter, NH?

        According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Exeter, NH is Cape Ann Camp Site with a 4.3-star rating from 14 reviews.

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