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Best Campgrounds near Gorham, NH

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Gorham, New Hampshire serves as a strategic basecamp for White Mountain camping experiences, with several established campgrounds providing access to Presidential Range hiking trails and mountain scenery. Moose Brook State Park Campground, located off Route 2 on Jimtown Road, accommodates tent campers, RVs, and cabin stays from May through early November. Dolly Copp Campground in White Mountain National Forest offers tent and RV sites with basic amenities from mid-May to mid-October. The region also features private facilities like White Birches Camping Park and Timberland Campground, which provide cabin rental options alongside traditional campsites.

Most campgrounds in the area operate seasonally, closing during winter months when heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures make camping impractical. Reservations are strongly recommended during summer and fall foliage season when sites fill quickly. "This state park is located in the small town of Gorham, New Hampshire. One of the best parts about this place is its location...it isn't anywhere near the hustle and bustle of touristy North Conway. It sits on the northern side of Mt. Washington but not in the national forest like many of the camping areas in the vicinity," noted one camper about Moose Brook State Park. Weather conditions can change rapidly, particularly at higher elevations, requiring proper gear and preparation even in summer months.

Campers consistently highlight the proximity to hiking trails and natural features as major advantages of the Gorham area campgrounds. Those seeking free dispersed camping can find options like Town Hall Road Dispersed camping, though these sites lack amenities such as drinking water, toilets, or trash service. The established campgrounds near Gorham generally provide cleaner facilities and more amenities than those along the Kancamagus Highway to the south. Several campgrounds feature river or stream access, with sites at Moose Brook State Park offering recreation ponds for fishing and swimming. Cell service can be limited in many camping areas, with better connectivity typically available in Gorham proper and along main highways rather than at remote campgrounds.

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Best Camping Sites Near Gorham, New Hampshire (258)

    1. Moose Brook State Park Campground

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

    $35 - $45 / night

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

    "It was very affordable and also extremely close to town (Gorham) for restaurants and shopping."

    2. Dolly Copp Campground

    20 Reviews
    Randolph, NH
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 466-2713

    $30 - $44 / night

    "PROs: Location! Away from the madness of North Conway and just 4 miles south of Gorham for quick breakfast in the a.m.

    Location!"

    "This is a perfectly situated campground. Just off the main road connection Gorham and North Conway (Route 16), this campground is just minutes from town but has a wonderful wilderness feel."

    3. White Birches Camping Park

    10 Reviews
    Gorham, NH
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 466-2022

    $22 - $79 / night

    "Light road noise from the highway but mostly during the day. Close to the community of Gorham which has all you need regarding restaurants and shopping. Overall a very nice experience."

    "Stayed here in May 2018 and really enjoyed the quiet town of Gorham in the White Mountains.  "

    4. Timberland Campground

    11 Reviews
    Gorham, NH
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 466-3872

    $30 - $67 / night

    "There is also a great playground and a beautiful nature trail along the Androscoggin River.

    The campground tends to have a mix of tents and RV folks."

    "Close to the main road but not too noisy. There are train tracks on the property but no trains went thru this weekend. Beautiful walking path right by the river!"

    5. 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"

    6. Town Hall Road Dispersed

    19 Reviews
    Chatham, NH
    17 miles

    "Awesome boondocking in New Hampshire, what a treat in the east coast! Just beautiful scenery, with trees, rivers, creeks, hiking trails with a pond- we absolutely loved our time here. "

    "There were plenty of sites to choose from and most (not all) had access to the river as well as a fire ring. Sites were on a dirt road, but it was quiet for the most part."

    7. Crawford Notch Campground

    24 Reviews
    Bartlett, NH
    18 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. Barnes Field Campground

    5 Reviews
    Randolph, NH
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 466-2713

    $50 - $94 / night

    "There aren't many campgrounds open in the winter in NH, but this campground just before the entrance to the larger Dolly Copp campground in Gorham is one of them."

    "This is probably the smallest campground I have been to. 10 sites around a loop. Some sites are quite open while a couple are nicely secluded!"

    9. Basin Campground

    8 Reviews
    Chatham, NH
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 447-5448

    $30 / night

    "It’s located in Evan’s Notch, so close to many wonderful hiking trails and next to lovely Basin Pond. So quiet!"

    "This campground has a day use area with a boat launch and picnic area on the right as you drive in. Non-motorized boats are allowed on the water and it’s a great swim spot in the summer."

    10. White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road

    6 Reviews
    Gilead, ME
    11 miles

    "Highwater trail with bridge close by. Great stars. Creek runs through road near sites good for getting water to filter or washing. Trailhead at end of road."

    "These campsites are located on a dead end dirt road.  The campsites are spread out so you are not on top of each other (I think there are only 8 sites on the road.) "

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  • Yung H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 7, 2025

    Coos Canyon Campground and Cabins

    Fantastic

    Its a really cool spot to explore. I went when the water was low and was able to adventure where youre not meant to and man was it a blast.Found my own pride rock(lion king) and was able to meditate in silence and be away from all the boaters and atvs was super peaceful with a water near by. The tent campers around me were really solid people aswell.

  • 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.

  • Erin D.
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Lost River Valley Campground

    Dirty and Disappointing

    Here’s the revised version of your review with the laundry issue added in seamlessly:⸻ I came to this campground after seeing it advertised in a New Hampshire magazine, noting that it had once been recommended by Yankee Magazine. Unfortunately, it seems that recommendation must have been from many years ago, because what we experienced was nothing like what was promised. From the moment we arrived, it was clear the property was extremely rundown. The entrance and camp store were full of broken wood, broken signs, and musty smells. The bathrooms were absolutely atrocious—filthy, smelly, and clearly not maintained. They may not have been updated in years, but they could at least be kept clean, and they were not. The playgrounds—despite this being advertised as a family-friendly campground—were unsafe and neglected. Structures were practically falling down, weeds were everywhere, and one so-called playground was nothing more than a tarp on the ground with a tiny jungle gym. The game room was equally disappointing: dirty, moldy, and unusable. We had also looked forward to using the laundry facilities, but they were completely out of order and appeared to have been that way for quite some time. This was extremely disappointing and added to the sense that the entire campground is neglected. The swimming area was also a major letdown. The water was murky and uninviting—I wouldn’t even consider kayaking or putting my feet in it. Calling it a“beach” is misleading; it was unkempt and unpleasant. Overall, this campground was an extreme disappointment. It felt neglected, unsafe, and unhygienic in every way. I will not be returning, and I would strongly caution others to look elsewhere for a true family-friendly New Hampshire camping experience.⸻ Would you like me to shorten this into a punchier version(since some review sites have word limits), or keep it as a full detailed account for maximum impact?

  • Josh S.
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Mountain Lake Camping Resort

    Great campground for families!

    If you're looking for a safe, family friendly, quiet campground this is it.

    Pool with water slides for kids, Kayaks, paddle boats, canoes, playground with slides and a pirate ship.

    Strict quiet hours at 1030 make it very quiet in the evening with no worry of loud parties keeping you up.

    Super clean restrooms and sites and a camp store with about everything in it.

    10 minute drive to the cute town of Lancaster which has coffee shops, brewery, restaurants, bakery and groceries.

Guide to Gorham

Camping near Gorham, New Hampshire, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are plenty of options to enjoy the great outdoors.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the nearby trails, including those in the White Mountain National Forest. One camper mentioned, “The campground is close to Lincoln, NH so if you need supplies you can easily run into town for food and drink.”
  • Fishing: Many campgrounds, like Moose Brook State Park Campground, provide access to rivers for fishing. A visitor shared, “Pulled an 8” brook trout out of a 10’ wide stream onsite. Awesome experience.”
  • Swimming: Enjoy a refreshing dip in the lakes. A review noted, “The lake water is crystal clear (and warmer than expected).”

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. One review stated, “The bathrooms are clean and there is a nice wash station to do dishes” at Moose Brook State Park Campground.
  • Friendly staff: Many campgrounds have helpful staff. A visitor at Dry River — Crawford Notch State Park said, “Super helpful and friendly!”
  • Scenic views: Campers love the beautiful surroundings. One camper remarked, “The scenery is spectacular, the river is beautiful” at Dolly Copp Campground.

What you should know:

  • Noise levels: Some campgrounds are near busy roads, which can be noisy. A camper at Lafayette Place Campground mentioned, “As others have noted, there is a bit of noise from Rt. 93.”
  • Site privacy: Many sites are close together, which may not suit everyone. A review noted, “The sites are all nice. Cabins and RV sites with hookups are closer to the entrance, store and road.”
  • Reservation challenges: Popular sites can be booked up quickly. A camper at Dry River — Crawford Notch State Park expressed frustration with the reservation system, saying, “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. One family enjoyed the “great access to rivers for fishing” at Moose Brook State Park Campground.
  • Plan for amenities: Make sure the campground has clean bathrooms and showers. A visitor noted, “The bathrooms were very nice and clean” at Moose Brook State Park Campground.
  • Bring games and outdoor toys: Keep kids entertained with outdoor games. A camper mentioned, “There’s a nice field for the kids to get some energy out in the evening” at White Lake State Park Campground.

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A review at Lost River Valley Campground mentioned, “Most sites here are W/E only and after 5 days we had to use the facilities.”
  • Look for electric hookups: Many RVers prefer sites with electric hookups. A camper at Dolly Copp Campground noted, “There are a number of sites for RV's with water and electric hookups.”
  • Be prepared for tight spaces: Some campgrounds have limited space for larger RVs. A visitor at Umbagog Lake State Park Campground said, “The overall layout of the sites is a little weird as you pull around.”

Camping around Gorham, New Hampshire, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just be sure to plan ahead and choose the right spot for your needs!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical cost for camping in Gorham, NH?

Camping costs in Gorham, NH vary by amenities and location. Public campgrounds like Dolly Copp Campground typically charge $20-30 per night for standard sites. State parks such as Moose Brook State Park Campground offer affordable options around $25-35 per night. Private campgrounds may range from $30-60 depending on amenities. Many campgrounds offer both primitive sites and those with electricity or water hookups at different price points. Expect to pay more for premium riverfront spots, holiday weekends, or peak summer seasons. Some campgrounds also offer weekly or monthly rates for extended stays. Reservation fees may apply when booking in advance, especially during the busy summer season.

What are the best campgrounds in and around Gorham, NH?

The White Mountains region surrounding Gorham offers exceptional camping options. Rogers Campground & Motel stands out for its variety of camping options including tent sites, RV spots, and cabins, with easy access to the region's attractions. For those seeking a more secluded experience, Private Field and Woods Camping provides a peaceful nature retreat. Just outside Gorham, White Birches Camping Park and Country Bumpkins Campground and Cabins offer family-friendly environments with river access. Many campgrounds in the area provide stunning mountain views and proximity to hiking trails, making them perfect basecamps for exploring Mount Washington and the Presidential Range.

What are the best seasons for camping near Gorham, NH?

The prime camping season near Gorham runs from late May through early October. Summer (June-August) offers warm days perfect for exploring sites like Sugarloaf 2 Campground, which provides access to excellent hiking trails. Fall (September-October) showcases spectacular foliage, making Jigger Johnson Campground along the Kancamagus Highway especially popular. Spring camping (May-early June) can be refreshing with fewer crowds, though prepare for cooler nights and potential mud. Winter camping is limited as most campgrounds close, though some areas offer year-round options for experienced winter campers. Weather can change rapidly in the White Mountains regardless of season, so always check forecasts and pack accordingly.

Are there RV camping facilities available in Gorham, New Hampshire?

Yes, Gorham and the surrounding area offer several excellent RV camping options. Littleton / Franconia Notch KOA Holiday provides full hookup sites with amenities specifically designed for RVs of various sizes. Timberland Campground near Shelburne is big-rig friendly with water and electrical hookups. Many campgrounds in the region offer pull-through sites, dump stations, and electrical connections. Some facilities accommodate RVs up to 40 feet, though reservation is strongly recommended, especially during peak summer months. The area's campgrounds typically provide easy access to main routes, making them convenient stopping points while exploring the White Mountains region in your RV.

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