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None of the campgrounds near Grantham, New Hampshire listed in the data explicitly accommodate horses. The campground data shows that Tippicanoe Campground, Hancock Campground, Gunstock Campground, Ramblewood Cabins and Campground, and NV Farms Outfitters and Cabins all lack horse corrals, as indicated by "NO horse-corral" in their features lists. Reviews make no mention of equestrian facilities or horseback riding opportunities at these locations.
Primitive camping options for horse owners are limited in the immediate Grantham area. Equestrians seeking camping with horses may need to explore other regions of New Hampshire or Vermont where dedicated equestrian campgrounds exist. The White Mountain National Forest, approximately 60 miles north of Grantham, contains some multi-use trails where horses are permitted, though specific horse camping facilities are not evident in the provided data. Seasonal considerations affect trail access throughout the region, with many areas closed during winter months or during spring thaw conditions.
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Check Availability"Fairly extensive camp ground associated with Gunstock ski area on central New Hampshire."
"I was lucky to receive a tranquil, secluded spot next to a brook - perfect."
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Check Availability"This would be one of few places I find acceptable to camp, that are near other people. I usually don't like camping with 20+ other people in one looped area."
"Used the tent sides a quick hill walk down from the parking lot. River great for splashing around and nearby path to Lincoln Woods trail."
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GuideFairly extensive camp ground associated with Gunstock ski area on central New Hampshire. We arrived without a reservation a bit after the office closed, but Elena, the manager came out to let us in and allowed us to check in. She was great. Dogs must have proof of rabies vaccine. Very nice showers. Beautiful fall colors.
RangerThis would be one of few places I find acceptable to camp, that are near other people. I usually don't like camping with 20+ other people in one looped area. The sites here are pretty well spread out. Not ALL of them, but look around. We found what I would think is the best. The one we ended up at had stairs leading from the car down to our site. It was further away from the other sites and had the pretty much private stream running by it. The area we had for use was pretty huge, we had a giant tent 10-12 plus a pop up tent to put over the picnic table, and there was still a ton of room for the car, fire pit and general run around area for our dog. I never felt like we had to lock up everything we owned either. A short walk to the toilets from all sites. Bring a headlamp of course. TP is in the outhouses bring a spare hand sanitizer bottle to use after.
FYI there is a pretty awesome hike close by you can do. I mean you have to drive there but it wasn't far. It goes up to Mt Moosilauke. We ended up taking Beaver Brook Trail to the Cascades, checked out the shelter and headed to Moosilauke Summit. A crazy hike pretty much going up the side of a waterfall. The peak was 4,802ft. Worth it! I'd say an 8 mile trek from the car, up, and back. I included just a couple pictures to entice you since its not about the campsite! There are a TON of trails near this campsite, this would just be my favorite of the 6 or 7 we did.
GuideI was lucky to receive a tranquil, secluded spot next to a brook - perfect. This campground has nothing to do, or plenty you can do - walking, hiking, biking, and close access to all Gunstock's adventures.
TravelerMost amazing spot I’ve ever camped and not too many people. Used the tent sides a quick hill walk down from the parking lot. River great for splashing around and nearby path to Lincoln Woods trail.
LegendI haven't stayed here, but I checked it out on Columbus Day weekend because it's one of the few campgrounds open year-round (plowed, unlike Lafayette Place, which is walk-in) in the White Mountains. Most of the reviews talk about the walk-in tent sites, but there's more to this campground that is located along the Kancamagus Highway just before the Lincoln Woods Visitors' Center.
If you're a tent camper and don't mind carrying your gear downhill to a site, drive straight ahead to a parking lot. A few of the sites (3 & 4) are accessible from the far end of the parking lot, but for most of them you'll head down the steps in the middle with sites in two levels branching out on each side. Sites are large, but close together and although you're in the woods, there's not much to separate you from your neighbors. Even sites 10-20 are directly on the water.
Sites 22-55 are suitable for RVs and tents. Those on the back side of the loop are close enough that you can hear the Pemi River running below. A few of the sites are pull-through. There are no hook-ups, but water available via spigots and flush toilets are available - except in winter. I'd recommend sites on the back side of the loop to provide some more distance from traffic noise. I chatted briefly with a host who remarked that sites on the western end of the loop have some cell phone coverage, unlike the rest of the campground.
If you stay here, you're only a few miles from Lincoln where you can pick up any necessary supplies. This end of the Kanc your nearest hiking options are Lincoln Woods and Greeley Pond for family friendly trails, or Lincoln Woods to head into the Pemi wilderness, including peaks in the Pemi loop and Owl's Head. The Hancocks are via a trail at the hairpin on the Kanc. Franconia Notch and its many hiking trails and the multi-use trail are a short drive away.
Bring cash or a check to pay your camping fee in the iron ranger. Fees cover the first vehicle; a second vehicle is an additional $5.
LegendHancock Campground is one of 6 national forest campgrounds along the Kancamagus Highway. Campsites can't be reserved and the campground does fill up on the weekends. We were lucky to score a walk-in tent site on a Saturday in August, and while it did feel a bit like a tent city, we loved that there were no cars at the campsites. It made the tenting area feel more like a community. This is a busy campground, but lovely all the same.
We got site #19, which was one of the last sites available. It had a picnic table, fire pit, and bear box. There were awesome waterfront sites nearby, but they were taken, of course. Cost was reasonable - $22 per night. Pit toilets were near the parking area, but there was a real bathroom with a sink and a flush toilet in the car camping area. There is also a fabulous swimming hole. Clear, cold and deep just off the car camping area.
Hancock Campground is a five-minute drive from Lincoln, NH, and very close to awesome hiking trails in the White Mountain National Forest and Franconia Notch State Park.
RangerPros: Beautiful area, not a bad size campground, quiet nights (but this could be because 3 out of the 4 sites right near us were empty), free hot showers that are not dirty, lots of trails on edge of the grounds, lots and lots of tent sites, platform on campsite, pool and playground available, camp store, bike & Segway trails, quick access to some of NH’s most beautiful mountains. Staff is friendly. Cons: So many roots all over the sites, the platform did not fit our tent for 12 on it. More of the sites have very little separation from the neighboring campers near you. We explored the grounds & noted some sites that were a smidge more secluded and plan to return again sometime!
ScoutI stayed at Hancock campground in mid April this year. Great clean accessible bathrooms, beautiful grounds and large campgrounds. Leashed dogs are allowed. There are both walk-in and drive up tent sites. The walk-in sites are directly next to the beautiful Pemi River. Great overall would return again.
RangerSome pros and lots of cons. We stayed at a walk-in site by the river.
I never fully appreciated just how much camp hosts do. There was no ranger and no host. We arrived early on a Thursday, hopeful we could get a spot by the water. There are only two spots that are truly private in any way. They were both taken- fine. However, one of the groups had not registered and stayed until 4 or 5pm until everyone else had already set up for the day…then they left! So uncool. The site went unused because at that point, no one was going to move all their stuff. Maybe a camp host would’ve noticed that?
The sites were FILTHY with trash, dog poop and food waste. Pretty crazy considering this was supposed to be a bear area. There was also a bad smell wafting around, hmm…maybe because of the trash and dog poop? Stepping in dog poop and trying to clean off your boots is a significant bummer. The site we were stuck at also had ashes and chunks of wood all over the picnic table. Cleaning up this much in order to feel comfortable really sucked.
There was no running water at any of the pumps and the pit toilets were quite full.
There is a bridge nearby but the river covered any vehicle noise very well. It was also nice to be right off the highway and five minutes from town, yet it felt like a proper national forest experience.
There’s an upper loop with drive in sites. They didn’t seem very private and you could see the road. I wouldn’t stay up there.
Being by the river was beautiful. I would stay here again, but with more preparation for the campground’s limitations.
Camping options near Grantham, New Hampshire range from basic tent sites to full-service RV hookups, with most facilities located within a 40-mile radius. Elevations in this region vary from 800 to 1,400 feet, creating diverse microclimates that affect camping conditions throughout the seasons. Winter camping remains available at select locations, though services become limited from November through April when temperatures regularly drop below freezing.
Hiking nearby trails: Hancock Campground serves as an excellent base for exploring White Mountain National Forest trails. "Hancock Campground is a five-minute drive from Lincoln, NH, and very close to awesome hiking trails in the White Mountain National Forest and Franconia Notch State Park," notes camper Tara S. in her review of Hancock Campground.
Off-season adventures: Winter and shoulder season camping offers a completely different experience. "We came at the end of October to try to hike Franconia Ridge (there ended up being a blizzard when we go to the top) and we stumbled upon this campground. We were the only ones in it and we picked the site right next to the rambling river," shares Molly G. about her experience at Hancock Campground.
Mountain activities: Beyond traditional camping, some locations offer additional recreational facilities. At Gunstock Campground, one reviewer mentioned, "It has pretty spacious sites, they have an aerial obstacle course and a mountain coaster, places to swim, music festivals, hiking, etc." This makes it suitable for families seeking more structured activities.
Waterfront sites: River access ranks high on campers' preference lists. "Great for primitive camping. Beautiful area adjacent to the river. Set up a hammock on the shoreline and have a tasty beverage before bed," shares Mike M. about his stay at Hancock Campground.
Privacy and seclusion: While not all sites offer seclusion, campers value finding quieter spots. At Gunstock Campground, Carolyn S. noted, "I was lucky to receive a tranquil, secluded spot next to a brook - perfect. This campground has nothing to do, or plenty you can do - walking, hiking, biking, and close access to all Gunstock's adventures."
Clean facilities: Well-maintained campgrounds receive consistently higher ratings. "This campground is run by a very pleasant couple who take great pride in this property. Everything is immaculate from the bathrooms, shower, clubhouse, store and grounds," writes David G. about Tippicanoe Campground.
Seasonal considerations: Weather impacts camping conditions significantly. "Stayed here for two nights in late December. Site #40 along the river was close to the bathroom yet had plenty of privacy from other sites. The campgrounds were well cared for and the staff was friendly. Water would have earned it five stars," notes Heather B. about winter camping at Hancock Campground.
Insect challenges: Be prepared for potential insect issues during certain seasons. "Big negative: Our site was completely swarmed with bees. We checked a few vacant sites to see if maybe it was just our site, but we found them all around. They calmed down in the evening once it got chilly, but otherwise, they were constant," warns Lindsey M. about Hancock Campground.
Alternative equestrian camping options: While equestrian camping near Grantham, New Hampshire is limited, horse owners might consider facilities 50-60 miles away in Vermont or northern New Hampshire. Although none of the reviewed campgrounds offer dedicated horse corrals, some public lands permit day-use trail riding with appropriate permits.
Secure environment: Families appreciate campgrounds with controlled access. At Ramblewood Cabins and Campground, visitors noted spacious sites and welcoming hospitality, making it suitable for family groups wanting more room to spread out.
Amenities for children: Look for campgrounds with dedicated recreational facilities. "Campground has a fenced in dog park, playground, showers, clean bathrooms, and laundry facilities," mentions Melissa B. about Gunstock Campground, highlighting amenities that benefit families with children.
Site selection strategies: Choose sites based on your family's specific needs. One camper at Gunstock Campground advised, "We explored the grounds & noted some sites that were a smidge more secluded and plan to return again sometime!" while noting that "More of the sites have very little separation from the neighboring campers near you."
Hookup availability: For those requiring full services, consider campground capabilities. "The sites all have water, 50amp and sewer hookups. Very few tenting, mostly RVs on the well laid out grounds where you are not far from the beautiful beach, trout stocked pond and all amenities," notes a reviewer about Tippicanoe Campground.
Site access considerations: Some campgrounds may present challenges for larger rigs. While Gunstock accommodates big rigs, other campgrounds in the Grantham area have size limitations. Ryan P. shared about their experience at Gunstock: "Large campsites, clean amenities, nice dog park, great store with everything you need."
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