Camping sites near Fremont, New Hampshire offer access to diverse outdoor recreation across southeastern New Hampshire at elevations ranging from 200-400 feet above sea level. The region features several small rivers and ponds with moderately rocky soil composition that influences site selection and tent setup. Most campgrounds remain open from May through mid-October, though some extend their season depending on weather conditions.
What to do
Kayaking on Lamprey River: Wellington Camping Park provides direct river access with canoe rentals available. "Nice, quiet campground on the Lamprey River, sites are gravel and sand. They do rent canoes for the river," notes camper Harold C. Paddlers can explore the quiet waterway with minimal current.
Golfing near camp: Hidden Valley RV and Golf Park combines camping with golfing on its 1,300-acre property. "The main attraction of this campground is the golf course of 9 or 18 holes. There is a pro shop, golf cart rentals, etc," explains reviewer Christy C. The property offers full hookup sites close to the course for easy access.
Mountain biking trails: Bear Brook State Park Campground features extensive trail networks ideal for cyclists. "Mountain biking is awesome here, can ride right off the campground and onto the trails!" shares Kimberly R. The park's 10,000 acres contain varied terrain suitable for different skill levels.
What campers like
Waterfront camping options: Pawtuckaway State Park Campground offers island camping experiences. "It's set up of three islands and a large majority of the campsites are right on the water," explains Matt R. The waterfront sites provide excellent fishing access and views across the lake.
Dog-friendly beaches: Wellington Camping Park welcomes pets with dedicated swimming areas. "They have a special beach for your dog if you're a puppy owner like me this is one of the only campgrounds that is very pet friendly," shares Alley H. This unique amenity allows dogs to cool off during summer months.
Clean facilities: Sea Coast Camping and RV Resort maintains exceptionally clean grounds and amenities. "This is one of the cleanest, most meticulously maintained campground we have been to," writes Rebecca S. The laundry facilities receive particular praise with "very nice, clean and had big front-loading machines" according to Nancy W.
What you should know
Off-season advantages: Visiting in spring or fall means fewer crowds at many campgrounds. "We went in early May, when it was still a bit cold at night (in the low 40s) and not many people were around. The campground, though we had neighbors in every adjoining site, was pretty quiet," notes Kris M. about Pawtuckaway State Park.
Proximity to coastal areas: Many Fremont area campgrounds provide convenient access to New Hampshire's limited coastline. "The park is in a good location and pretty close to the beach, restaurants, shopping and access to Route 1. You are also just twenty minutes or so to Portsmouth and Newburyport," explains Nancy W. about Sea Coast Camping.
Site variations: Camp areas range from open fields to deeply wooded settings. "Sites are level and roomy. The bathroom was clean. The walk to the beach was along a public parking lot," describes Susan B. about Pawtuckaway, while at Salisbury Beach State Reservation, "Campsites are close together, but the beach is amazing. Especially in the off season," notes Shawn.
Tips for camping with families
Playground accessibility: Select sites based on proximity to play areas. At Bear Brook State Park, "Site 93 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. If you want to be close to the play area, site 90 or the ones on the loop behind it are better options," advises Jean C.
Entertainment options: Many campgrounds offer scheduled activities. "Adult bingo every Friday, DJ for kids every Saturday," mentions Alicia M. about Exeter Elms Campground. Wellington Camping Park provides "free DVD rentals for those rainy days and some games up by the office."
Beach alternatives: When state park beaches get crowded, consider less-known options. "The swimming area at the pond looked very inviting for summer time campers," notes Ellen C. about Bear Brook State Park. Some campgrounds maintain their own swimming areas separate from larger public beaches.
Tips from RVers
Site selection for hookups: Pay attention to utility placement when booking. At Hidden Valley RV Park, "The water and electric were between our site and the next on one side and sewer between our site and the one on the other side. This made it difficult to place our trailer on the slanted site and reach all services," cautions Carry M.
Electrical capacity varies: Check amperage requirements before booking. While most campgrounds offer electric hookups, not all provide 50-amp service needed for larger RVs. "Sites are pretty close together with little separation between each other. RV & tent sites available," notes Sara D. about Salisbury Beach State Reservation.
Late arrival procedures: Be aware of check-in protocols when arriving after office hours. "Late check-in (7:45 p.m.) was a bit tricky — an envelope with a key card and map were placed in a mailbox for us due to store/office closing @ 6 but no mention of this in the confirmation email," explains Sara D. about her experience at Tuxbury Pond RV Campground.
