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Harbor Hill Camping Area and Long Island Bridge Campground provide upscale glamping accommodations near Gilmanton, New Hampshire, with deluxe yurts and safari-style canvas tents equipped with comfortable bedding, electrical hookups, and private picnic areas. These luxury camping destinations feature premium amenities including hot showers, clean toilets, and dedicated fire rings for each glamping unit. "This is an amazing campground to be a Seasonal Camper! The campground is beautiful and well maintained. Landscaped throughout. Pool is always crystal clear," noted one visitor about Harbor Hill. The eco-friendly glamping options maintain a perfect balance between rustic natural settings and modern comfort, with some sites offering spacious interiors, climate control systems, and outdoor relaxation spaces.
Guests at these glamping cabins enjoy direct access to regional attractions and on-site recreational facilities. Long Island Bridge Campground sits directly on the lake with spectacular mountain views and water access for kayaking and canoeing. A recent visitor mentioned, "This was an absolutely beautiful four day weekend spent at this campground. They had great rent spots, amazing employees, and perfect kayaks that we could rent for a Sunday on the water." White Lake State Park also offers premium glamping accommodations with hiking trails connecting to surrounding natural areas. The region's glamping sites remain open from May through October, with some locations providing special seasonal packages that include guided nature experiences, complimentary firewood, and access to communal fire pits where guests can socialize while enjoying the serene New Hampshire countryside.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Gilmanton (71)
1. Bear Brook State Park Campground
"It has kayak rentals and a very well stocked camp store, that was close to the camp sites. Our campsite was only about a hundred feet away from the camp store but still felt private."
"Located in a 10000 acre forest preserve, the campground is heavily forested and very secluded from civilization. "
Check Availabilityfrom $35 - $45 / night
2. Pawtuckaway State Park Campground
"My first time experiencing a park in the New Hampshire Park system. We went down with a group. Pawtuckaway State Park offers a variety of landscapes, with something to do and see for everyone."
"Driving around this past weekend I did notice that some of the sites had damp spots; site 71 was the worst with deep mud on the long approach."
Check AvailabilityCampground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $35 - $140 / night
3. Hunter’s Run RV Park
"Bathroom facilities were always clean. Staff was friendly and accommodating. Had a pool on site, but never got the chance to try it out. Would definitely recommend."
"Utility sink for dishes available in heated bathhouse. Squeaky clean - and that’s not always easy especially in the winter when everyone drags snow, slush and mud into the bathroom."
Check Availabilityfrom $44 - $135 / night
4. Ellacoya State Park Campground
"PROs: Small and typically quiet (always depends on the neighbors you get) Right on the lake with great views of the mountains Easy access to the adjoining state park beach Always a nice breeze Full hookups"
"Beautiful location, easy to get to, convenient RV hookups. Goose poop everywhere so watch your step. Showers are relatively expensive. Sites are very very close together."
Check AvailabilityCampground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $60 / night
5. Harbor Hill Camping Area
"Quiet, clean with super clean bathrooms and showers. The camp is well maintained. "
"1 mile from a beautiful beach on Lake Winnipesaukee. 1 mile from town with cute shops and nice restaurants. Friendly staff. Seasonals are very friendly and welcome new seasonals."
Check Availabilityfrom $3500 - $4500 / night
6. Clearwater Campground
"The lake beach was fantastic, very nicely maintained. Kayak rental was super cheap and easy to do!
The campground is relatively near Meredith town center, and not far from Weirs beach."
Check Availabilityfrom $33 - $56 / night
7. Great Meadow Campground
"Everyone is so friendly, they have bathhouses with toilets, showers and laundry facilities. An in-ground pool with a great shallow area for the littles. A pond to fish or kayak or canoe or boat."
8. Circle 9 Ranch Campground
9. Long Island Bridge Campground
"Campground is right on the lake, very clean, pet friendly, employees are great, overall just a nice place to relax and enjoy yourself! People are awesome here!"
"Love this campground. great views of the lake. Nice neighbors. Lots of space for my kids to run around. And the family who runs it is very friendly."
Check Availabilityfrom $37 - $55 / night
10. White Lake State Park Campground
"Close to groceries, the outlets, plenty of restaurants. Across the street to the North is the fabulous Rosie's Diner, a homey place with amazing food and home-baked bread."
"I’ve stayed here a few times and love the location and access to White Lake."
Check AvailabilityCampground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $35 - $105 / night
Drive Time
- 37 min from Manchester, NH
- 1 hr 24 min from Boston, MA
- 1 hr 48 min from Portland, ME
- 1 hr 56 min from Lewiston, ME
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Glamping Reviews near Gilmanton, NH
540 Reviews of 71 Gilmanton Campgrounds
Nancy W.
LegendSea-Vu West Premier RV Resort
Pleasantly surprised.
This campground is mostly seasonal, privately owned park models, but has 45 spaces for RV’s. I was a little skeptical about staying at this campground with so many park models and seasonals but was pleasantly surprised at how nice, clean, and tidy all the sites were. They obviously take pride in how things look because the grounds and campsites were very well-kept.
All campsites are 50/30-amp full hook-up with level gravel pads with grassy patios, a picnic table, and fire pit. We stayed in site#702 which was long enough for our 45’ motorhome and tow car. All the utilities were easy to reach and the electric worked well. The only problem was that we were parked under a large oak tree that was profusely shedding large acorns. There are some sites that are in the open which I would definitely choose, if I came back in the fall. The campground is gated which is a nice feature. It is located a mile or so off Route 1 which means you don’t get the road noise and traffic, but still conveniently located near shops and restaurants.
One nice feature are the shaded walking trails in the park. While they are not super long, it is a nice change from walking the roads (which are paved). Other amenities include a decent size swimming pool (closed while we were there), a basketball court, playground, laundry, and camp store. I thought it was a little expensive at $75/night (for full hook-up) at the end of the season, especially since the pool was closed.
- Nancy W.Legend
Seacoast Camping and RV Resort
Nice Campground, Love the area!
This is a nice, clean, well-maintained campground for RV and tenting. The campground is located on Route 1 which means you are convenient to a lot of things but there is lots of traffic. Half the campground is seasonal/long term campers and the other side is mostly transients. The roads and campsites are fine crushed gravel with nice grassy patios. The campground is very well maintained (the best part being that the mower collects they cut the grass so no clippings get tracked in your camper). There are some mature trees that provide shade but don’t impede navigating in and out of sites or impacting slide outs.
Campsites range from tent with water/electric to RV water/electric and RV full hook-up 50-amp and full hook-up 30-amp. There are three bathhouses on the property (one of which has a dishwashing sink) and laundry. Tent sites 50-55 are in an are set away from RV sites and more private. They are also close to a large bathhouse with multiple toilets and showers. Tent sites 90-100 are across from a large playground which can be quite chaotic, but if you have kids, this is a great spot.
Our site (#147) was a long pull-thru with a descent amount of space between our neighbors. We got about half a dozen over-the-air channels (one being a major network station) and were able to connect with eastern arc satellites with our Dish Satellite. The 50A electric was good as was the water pressure.
The campground does not have much in the way of amenities except for a game room, basketball court, and playground. The game room is pretty cool with lots of arcade-style games, a pool table, foosball, and table tennis. While we were there, they just finished putting in all new playground equipment and enlarged the size making it really big and a hit with the kids in the park. Once convenience is that maintenance picks up garbage at your site (between 8am– 3pm). Unfortunately, people leave them out after hours and animals got into them and scattered garbage everywhere. We've stayed here before and always enjoy being in the area as it is close to the fun cities of Portsmouth and Newburyport.
Devon B.
ScoutCrow's Nest Campground
Play Games
The recreation hall was a nice surprise. We had some rainy weather one afternoon and the kids were able to play games while we relaxed for a bit. Saved the day honestly😂
Riley B.ScoutCrow's Nest Campground
Spend A Few Days
We came up looking for a campground where we could actually spend a few days without constantly driving somewhere. Ended up fishing, swimming, walking along the river and exploring the area. The campground gave us plenty to do, but it was also nice having the option to just sit at the campsite and do nothing. Would definitley come back.
- RRachel J.Scout
Crow's Nest Campground
A Longer Stay
We have a big RV and had no trouble getting settled in. Having the full hookups made things super easy, especially for a longer stay.
- BBrett N.Scout
Crow's Nest Campground
Really Convenient
Nothing beats sitting by the river after a long day of exploring. We visited a few places around the Lake Sunapee area and this was a really convenient home base.
SkywaystoHighways.com Y.LegendKoa Kampground Broken Branch
Amenities and more!
This is a great campground for families! Conveniently situated for skiing, climbing, hiking and leaf peeping. Amenities include; swimming pool, dog park, horseshoes, arcade, disc golf, basketball and more! They also have a propane fill station. As KOA’s go, you will pay for these amenities, but you get a lot of bang for your buck.
Braelyn V.ScoutCrow's Nest Campground
Entire Trip
We brought the kids and they found plenty to do. Between the pool, river and recreation area, they were pretty much entertained the entire trip.
Guide to Gilmanton
Dispersed camping options near Gilmanton, New Hampshire sit at elevations between 500-900 feet in the Lakes Region, with summer temperatures averaging 70-85°F during peak season. Most campgrounds open from May through mid-October, with autumn bringing vibrant foliage and cooler nighttime temperatures around 40-45°F. The region features diverse terrain from lakefront sites to wooded areas with hiking access.
What to do
Kayaking and canoeing access: White Lake State Park offers direct water access with rentals available on-site. "The views from the lake are incredible. The beach area is very nice and has lots of tables and grills. We were able to hear the loons calling on the lake at night too," reports Amanda from her visit to White Lake State Park Campground.
Mountain biking trails: Bear Brook State Park contains extensive trail networks accessible directly from the campground. "We camped here to check out the mountain bike trails in the park and we're not disappointed on either count. The campground is nice and spacious, well kept and the staff is friendly. The biking trails were a blast," notes Eammon C. from Bear Brook State Park Campground.
Tubing adventures: During warmer months, river tubing is popular at locations near Lebanon. "There's a nice river you can float down so that was nice! I would get a campsite by the river instead of where we stayed in an open field," advises Samantha who stayed at Salmon Falls.
What campers like
Waterfront camping sites: Pawtuckaway State Park features premium sites with direct water access. "The sites on the water book up quickly but they're perfect for fishing and boating. Also, the view!" explains J L. who stayed at Pawtuckaway State Park Campground.
Winter camping options: Unlike most seasonal sites, Meredith Woods offers year-round access with heated facilities. "Snow ploughing happens regularly and reliably. Indoor pool and hot tub are amazing on a snowy frigid winter day. Utility sink for dishes available in heated bathhouse," shares Mara S. after her winter stay at Meredith Woods Four Season Camping.
Spacious tent sites: For those seeking traditional camping experiences, some campgrounds offer generous tent areas. "The tenting sites are pretty big and they allow up to 4 tents and 2 cars per site. Extremely quiet and the bathrooms are super clean (although somewhat small)," notes Sarah W. about Harbor Hill Camping Area.
What you should know
Bathroom and shower conditions vary: Quality and cleanliness differ widely across campgrounds. "The closest bath/shower was well kept, with four bathroom stalls and the one huge shower, I imagine that the wait times in the summer months might be a hassle but in the off season it was hardly used," explains Ellen C. about Bear Brook State Park Campground.
Site privacy considerations: Spacing between sites differs dramatically across campgrounds. "Some of the sites are a bit too close to each other but there are some that are nice and private. Mountain biking is awesome here, can ride right off the campground and onto the trails!" mentions Kimberly R. about Bear Brook.
Wildlife encounters: Campers should prepare for local wildlife, including birds. "I forgot the daily visits from the ducks, like clockwork morning and dusk a family of ducks visited looking for grub," shared Ellen C. about Pawtuckaway State Park.
Tips for camping with families
Water activities for children: Family-friendly swimming options exist at multiple locations. "We stayed on Labor Day weekend, so it was probably louder and more crowded than usual. But even still for a completely full campground it was nice!" shares Amanda about White Lake State Park Campground.
Playground and recreation options: Some campgrounds feature extensive children's facilities. "This Campground is family friendly and has a lot to offer. Our camping group consisted of children from the ages of 8-17 yrs old. No one was bored," mentions J B. about Salmon Falls / Lebanon KOA.
Bicycle-friendly campgrounds: Certain locations provide safe cycling areas for children. "You can rent canoes, hike around the lake, and the kids could safely ride their bikes around the campground," reports Carolyn M. about White Lake State Park.
Tips from RVers
Site selection for larger vehicles: Some loops accommodate RVs better than others. "Most level sites sit under towering pines and vary greatly in size. Many of the sites are separated from their neighbors by large, downed pine trees. I was in site 38 and found that the little loop to my campsite was tight to exit," advises Jean C. about Bear Brook State Park.
Hookup availability: Utilities vary by campground and loop. "Sites are level and mostly grassy. Sites are more spacious than some RV campgrounds we've been at," notes Cyndi B. about Ellacoya State Park.
Seasonal considerations: Weather impacts RV camping experiences throughout the year. "We stayed for a winter weekend, they have a few transient sites that can accommodate RV's year round. There are a ton of full time seasonal RV's as many people use this campground as a base for snow machining," explains Andrew P. about Meredith Woods.
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