2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Gilson Pond Area Campground at Monadnock State Park and Woodmore Family Campground both accommodate pets with spacious, private campsites. Pet-friendly camping near Jaffrey spans wooded tent sites with direct trail access to RV hookups with electric and water, giving campers with dogs several practical options depending on their setup. Hiking trails connect directly to tent sites at Gilson Pond, where the wooded camping area provides natural shade and separation between neighboring campsites. Woodmore offers lakeside camping with pets along with RV hookups, while Greenfield State Park Campground provides electric and water hookups for RV campers traveling with dogs. Most dog-friendly campgrounds near Jaffrey require pets to remain leashed at all times, with designated areas for exercise. Tent platforms at several sites keep sleeping areas dry during wet weather, particularly beneficial for campers with dogs during rainy periods. The campgrounds maintain clean facilities with immaculate bathrooms, making longer stays with pets more comfortable.
Hiking Mount Monadnock with dogs requires advance planning as pets are prohibited on certain trails within Monadnock State Park despite being allowed at the campground. Alternative pet-friendly hiking options exist on surrounding trails in the Jaffrey area. Lake Dennison Recreation Area Campground provides water access where dogs can cool off during summer camping trips. Campers should prepare for persistent mosquitoes in wooded areas, especially when bringing pets that may attract insects. Park rangers provide helpful information about local pet policies and nearby veterinary services. The remote nature of some campgrounds means limited cell service, so downloading maps of pet-friendly trails beforehand proves essential. Most sites feature fire rings with grills and picnic tables positioned away from neighboring campsites, creating comfortable spaces for campers and their dogs to relax without disturbing others.
"Easy access to a bathroom (which was very clean). Quiet neighbors, everyone around us observed the quiet hours (10p-7a) and even during the day no one was super loud."
"Dog friendly 🐶"
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $35 - $105 / night
"The North loop also has a small beach; for the East loop, you’ll either need to walk to the day use are, which features a larger beach, or drive around to it."
"The loop closer to the entrance has a lot of private sites. Although if you have one closer to the main road, it is quite noisy with road sounds. But many of the sites in the middle are more quiet."
from $17 - $35 / night
"The camp ground is clean nice with lots of trails for hiking and biking. The bathrooms were clean and water was easy close to the camp ground. "
"Right on a stream and a short walk to the bathrooms and hiking trails. We drove a few minutes up the road to Lake Dennison to kayak and fish."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $17 - $55 / night
"the rules but everybody does and it's a good experience, everyone is very friendly the owners are wonderful people and super friendly very helpful it's clean they offer a lot of stuff to do right on a lake"
"Lake access with kayaks , some local hiking. Major grocery store nearby along with Walmart."
from $42 - $65 / night
"Great for pets. They have pet poo drop boxes and bags. Super clean bathrooms. The sites are not very private, but spacing is decent."
"Sites along the river, pull thrus in the field, shaded along the edge of the field, completely wooded area towards the end of the campground. Playground, volleyball, horseshoes, game room."
from $47 - $70 / night
"Lots of hiking trails (the dogs loved it). Can't wait to come back next year and explore the lake along the hike."
"The shower worked well and it was nice not to have to walk to the restrooms, though they were close by. Our stay was during the week so it wasn’t very crowded."
Campground full this weekend
from $55 - $999 / night
"Tully Lake Campground is located in Royalston, MA, which is a northern part of Central Massachusetts, near the New Hampshire border."
"Volleyball and horseshoes are near the entrance. You may purchase firewood. The bathrooms offer flush toilets and a single shower on each site, plus a dishwashing sink outside."
from $40 / night
"The views outside our camper window is amazing. We’re surrounding be trees and it’s breathtaking when surrounded by freshly fallen snow."
"I prefer trees, but this wont keep us away from trying out RV sites this year."
from $60 - $130 / night
"Dog friendly. Small river/ brook rind behind the campground. Some shots have nice sound of river right behind the sites. No pond or pool for swimming."
"The only negative is there's an extra $5 charge per day per dog. I haven't seen this very much at any of the other campgrounds that I've been to. But the low camping rates make up for it a little."
"Good bathroom ,nice people, great lake."
"It’s incredibly peaceful with wooded sites and the lake is just gorgeous with the fall foliage. Bonus that they deliver firewood to the campsite."
from $34 - $47 / night
ScoutIt was dark. I arrived after 7p. There were 3 rv camps already going on. All 3 had camp fires. Many fire rings for many groups. No hassles at all. It's off the beaten path but worth it. The first 4 camp sites were open. Made a fire. Ate some food. I got a good night sleep. Nothing ate me or attacked me so that's 5 star in my book.
ScoutThe 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😂
ScoutWe were visiting family around Nashua and needed somewhere to park the RV nearby. Berry’s Grove ended up being a really good fit. We could come and go easily and still have a nice place to relax at the end of the day.
ScoutWe 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.
ScoutWaking up with the lake right outside the camper never got old. We would have breakfast, sit by the water for a while and then head out to explore the area.
ScoutWe have a big RV and had no trouble getting settled in. Having the full hookups made things super easy, especially for a longer stay.
ScoutOur dog loved it here. We spent alot of time outside and there was enough space around the campground for him to get some exercise too.
TravelerGorgeous pond filled with lily pads!
TravelerNice and peaceful spot with a trail that leads to a brook in the woods! Beautiful fall leaves throughout property
Campers near Jaffrey, New Hampshire enjoy moderate summer temperatures averaging 75-80°F during peak camping season from June through September. Located in the Monadnock Region at elevations ranging from 1,000-3,000 feet, the area features a mix of forested terrain and small lakes. Winter camping options are limited, with most campgrounds closing by mid-October when overnight temperatures regularly drop below freezing.
Kayaking on Tully Lake: The calm waters at Tully Lake Recreation Area offer excellent paddling opportunities just 30 minutes from Jaffrey. "There's a canoe/kayak launch near the campground, so if you have a waterfront site you may choose to paddle your gear over. Canoes and kayaks are available for rental," notes Jean C. The lake features numerous small islands to explore during day trips.
Mountain biking on forest trails: Trails connecting campgrounds to recreation areas provide moderate riding options. At Otter River State Forest, "The hiking trails in and around the camp trail were nice," according to Rachel P. Bikes must stay on designated multi-use paths, and rental options are limited, so bringing your own equipment is recommended.
Fishing at multiple locations: Both stocked and natural fishing spots exist within 15 miles of Jaffrey. "Our site was across from the playground, and backed up to a stream," reports Joe D. from The Pine Campground. For lake fishing, "There is a fishing pond and short hiking/biking trails" at Spacious Skies Seven Maples as noted by Erin M.
Wide site spacing: Many campers appreciate privacy between sites at Greenfield State Park Campground. "Large park. Good sized sites with plenty of shade and decent privacy. Bathrooms are sufficient and there are enough to cover the wide expanse of the park," writes Ali B. Sites in wooded sections provide natural sound barriers between neighboring campers.
Clean facilities: The upkeep of restrooms and common areas ranks high in camper reviews. "The bathrooms are immaculate. The showers take coins but the facilities are some of the best I've seen while camping on State Park grounds," reports Jess G. about Gilson Pond Area Campground. Similarly, at Ashuelot River Campground, visitors note "Clean bath houses, laundry, dump station gameroom, and camp store."
Water features: Access to water for recreation stands out as a key attraction. "We had a site by the lake our camping pass covered the entrance fee. Pond trail run around Gilson Pond," writes Jean C. At Lake Dennison Recreation Area Campground, "The lake is clean and the beach is clean and soft(ish)," according to Alan.
Reservation timing: Popular campgrounds fill quickly during peak season. "You have to be on your game... But it's totally worth it," explains Kris M. about Tully Lake. Most campgrounds open reservations 6 months in advance, with holiday weekends booking within hours of release.
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