Top Free Dispersed Camping near Lancaster, NH

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Best Dispersed Sites Near Lancaster, NH (13)

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Recent Dispersed Reviews In Lancaster

55 Reviews of 13 Lancaster Campgrounds


  • Kt The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Town Hall Road Dispersed
    Oct. 28, 2024

    Town Hall Road Dispersed

    Great spot. Watch put for officer rowe!!!

    Great spot w an exception of local officer Rowe. Comes to site unannounced or invited then fabricates the visit.

    Other than that it's wonderful. Some really amazing river sites. Moose pond at top left fork has reception as well as lower gate.

  • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Elbow Pond Road Dispersed Site
    Sep. 12, 2024

    Elbow Pond Road Dispersed Site

    Small campsites/No amenities

    Drove in on a Wednesday afternoon and drove past 4 or 5 sites, which were all occupied.

    Then saw a car ahead that was backing up. Long story short, they were afraid to drive across a dry wash in their new Jeep. No place to get by. Had to back my trailer about a quarter mile, so they could get out.

    Camped in a very small spot, just barely enough room for our SUV and small teardrop to get off the road.

    There was only a 20 foot by 12 foot space to camp jn with no water, no dumpster, no toilet, no view of anything and lots of other campers that appear to be long term residents.

    OK for an overnight stay but not a desirable camping location overall.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Town Hall Road Dispersed
    Aug. 16, 2024

    Town Hall Road Dispersed

    Good dispersed camping

    The road was not as bad as I anticipated. There was room for my Jeep Grand Cherokee towing a squaredrop camper to pass the very few oncoming vehicles we encountered. There is a good mix of tent and small/medium camper sites. Many of the sites are right on the side of the road. 

    We went to the end of Town Hall Road and camped at the last site before you leave the WMNF. It was a very spacious site, set back from the road, a little bumpy getting into it.

  • Josie W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Town Hall Road Dispersed
    Jul. 8, 2024

    Town Hall Road Dispersed

    Great location!

    We loved this spot. 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. Sites were also a good distance from each other so it felt pretty private. We stayed two nights and at two different sites; enjoyed both. Would love to return here in the future.

  • Lisa
    Camper-submitted photo from Tripoli Road
    Jul. 8, 2024

    Tripoli Road

    Love Tripoli

    Love everything about Tripoli. 1st come 1st serve. We have out favorite sites but have had to venture out and take other sites often times. No electricity, no showers. Portta potties every so often. Always close enough to walk to. Love the sites on the water. Have been going here for over 10 years. My kids now love it too

  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from Guyot Shelter
    May. 7, 2024

    Guyot Shelter

    Has all you need, but busy

    Despite being so remote, one of the busiest back country camps in the Whites.

    Has a nice shelter, spring, privy, platforms, some sites have somewhat of a view of far away mountain tops.

    No space for non-free standing tents. Quite a hike dropping down from the main trail to the campsite, 15-20 min straight up to hike out in the morning

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Haystack Road
    Oct. 28, 2023

    Haystack Road

    Quiet, small, flat spots

    There are 11 options, each completely separated from the others. We were in spot #1 which is nothing at all like the others. It is next to the Highway on a paved fire road. So you can hear traffic. And it is paved (which is good if it’s wet and muddy elsewhere). The other spots looked amazing.

  • D
    Camper-submitted photo from Elbow Pond Road Dispersed Site
    Sep. 29, 2023

    Elbow Pond Road Dispersed Site

    Car camping at elbow pond

    This is an awesome spot for camping. They have a couple different spots where you can park and walk up to your site or they have sites you can pull right up next to them. Some of the camping spots have fire pits but not all. Theres a nice pond with great views and good fishing. Some of the sites are close together but there are some that are a good distance apart. The road in is pretty rough and is not recommended for sedans or lower riding cars. Overall this is a great place to camp if you’re looking for free camping spots. Also it is first come first serve

  • A M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Town Hall Road Dispersed
    Sep. 18, 2023

    Town Hall Road Dispersed

    Best Dispersment Sites I've experienced!!

    Great way they set up the sites! Wish more parks set up their dispersement sites like this!! Great privacy, lots of room, river for the dogs, gorgeous area!!

  • Leslie R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Town Hall Road Dispersed
    Sep. 17, 2023

    Town Hall Road Dispersed

    Basic sites in a beautiful setting

    Depending on when you arrive, you may have to drive up the road a ways to find a spot, but it is well worth it. It is quiet, peaceful, and free.

  • Sarah C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Raven
    Sep. 6, 2023

    Raven

    Super Impacted

    This site, while in a beautiful spot perched above Cupsuptic Lake, it is so impacted that in the rain it was a literal mud pit. While there was a picnic table to get up off the ground, finding a spot to pitch a tent where water wouldn't puddle would be impossible. We hiked in, but you can paddle into the site just know that the exit/entry to the water is a bit tricky and not as easy as some of the other sites available along the way. 

    There is a large fire pit, also a mess in the down pours. The picnic table is in far better shape here than the one in Eagle Cove (rotting) and Cedar Bay (non-existent). The site is quite small and wouldn't be able to accommodate more than two small tents. I wouldn't make a special trip to stay here.

  • Sarah C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Smudge Cove
    Sep. 6, 2023

    Smudge Cove

    A Favorite Spot

    This campsite is along the Forest Legacy Trail and while the trail is managed by one entity, the remote campsites are managed by another. The Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust maintains the trails in and out while Cupsuptic Campground manages the campsites.

    There is a tent platform at Smudge Cove but it is in desperate need of repair and it sounds like that's in the plans for next summer. There is a nice picnic table available as well as an established fire ring. The site is just off the water and there is a nice long dock that makes it super easy to boat into and unload. You can also backpack in and enjoy some pretty cool Maine forests along the way. There is also relatively easy access to the water by way of the rocks, beside the dock.

    These sites are secluded and offer a lovely amount of privacy and rest assured, the only sounds you will hear at night are the loons!

  • Sarah C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Scott C. Devlin Memorial
    Sep. 6, 2023

    Scott C. Devlin Memorial

    Secluded and Quiet

    This is another beautiful site along the CT River Paddler's Trail. It is well maintained and tucked on a knoll in a pine forest. There is a picnic table, fire ring and composting toilet box seat. The takeout is easy to miss if you aren't looking as it sits right in the bend of the river. There is a set of wooden steps that go down into the water at a relatively steep angle. Be sure you tie your boat up while unloading as there is a fair amount of current sweeping around the bend. Use caution moving up and down the steps.

    There is a flat area at the top of the steps where you can tie up your boat for the evening. Follow the path along an electric fence (be careful if you have dogs with you) up into the campsite. There you will find a nice shady spot with plenty of flat space for tents. Beware the ticks! They weren't the worse I've seen, but they are definitely around.

    Aside from the tricky loading and unloading on the water, this site is pretty dang perfect!

  • Sarah C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Maine Railroad Trestle
    Sep. 6, 2023

    Maine Railroad Trestle

    Nice site along the CT River Paddlers Trail

    While reservations are not required, there is a registration page on the CT River Paddler's Trail Website that they ask folx to complete just so spots don't get overcrowded. 

    There are several sites available here and a really nice rocky beach with easy access fo loading and unloading. It's also a nice spot to fish from. There is a site perched high on the hill where there is a picnic table and fire ring. There is also a spot lower down that is nice and flat and probably better spots for tents. We did have an ATV almost run over us at 1:00 a.m. that scared the dickens out of us. They were clearly unaware and intoxicated, it was a scary moment. But aside from that, it's a wonderful site. If you walk through the campsite, there is a massive cornfield, just beware that the ticks in the field are insane! They weren't bad in the campsite but in the grass, they were epic. There's nice shade available as well.

  • Alex S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Town Hall Road Dispersed
    Aug. 14, 2023

    Town Hall Road Dispersed

    Absolutely perfect!

    We followed directions exactly as listed below. It does take about 10 minutes to reach the campsites but it’s so worth it. We passed up a couple on the left as you first drive in as they were too steep. We found our spot which had some river access and it was gorgeous. It had an above and below spot which hosted our two tents. It was clean, quiet and other campers were friendly as well. I absolutely would stay here again.

  • Atlas W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Town Hall Road Dispersed
    Jul. 30, 2023

    Town Hall Road Dispersed

    SO AMAZING!!

    My first ever dispersed camping experience. So freaking amazing and unbelievable. It was pouring rain when we came to NH so we tried to wait out the rain, but it was getting dark. We followed the directions given by previous reviews. Turn onto town hall rd. and keep going past the residential area until you get to gravel road. keep going straight until you see the national forest sign. about a mile later us when campsites started popping up. the first few were full since it was 7pm but we came across one right around where the pin is dropped for this location. the cliff wasn’t too steep here (i passed up a campsite before this one bc it seemed too steep for my liking) and pretty large. beautiful view of the water and even a path down to swim. 10/10 experience and i cant wait to go back.

  • Sierra R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Town Hall Road Dispersed
    Jul. 30, 2023

    Town Hall Road Dispersed

    Beautiful

    Some of the camping spots were really tiny but if you get there on a good day u can find a good sized spot. There is a beautiful river right below the camping spots. If you go deep enough down the road you might be lucky enough to see a moose. While I was visiting we were driving down the road and we saw a big moose. The only problem I had was that there is no service at the camp spots. All around the campsite there were so many different kinds of mushrooms. The river also has a bunch of rocks and me and my boyfriend make rock towers.

  • Daniel S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Town Hall Road Dispersed
    May. 30, 2023

    Town Hall Road Dispersed

    Town Hall Rd

    The GPS will take you to Dundee Rd. These sites are actually off end of Town Hall Rd. It was very busy and most sites were taken over Memorial Day weekend.

  • N
    Camper-submitted photo from Elbow Pond Road Dispersed Site
    Oct. 23, 2022

    Elbow Pond Road Dispersed Site

    Really nice quiet spot

    Really nice spot, I wouldn’t recommend trying to take a normal sedan or something down there and the sites are a little less spread out than I wanted



Guide to Lancaster

Camping near Lancaster, New Hampshire, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, the campgrounds in this area have something for everyone.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails around the campgrounds. Many campers enjoy the nearby hiking options, with one reviewer from Lafayette Place Campground noting, "The water points and restrooms were placed well throughout the campground. Our campsite was a bit uphill from the road, but easily negotiable."
  • Fishing: Try your luck at fishing in the local streams and lakes. A visitor at Moose Brook State Park Campground shared, "We pulled an 8” brook trout out of a 10’ wide stream onsite. Awesome experience."
  • Swimming: Enjoy a refreshing dip in the lakes. One camper at White Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "The lake water is crystal clear (and warmer than expected)."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review from Dry River Campground highlighted, "This campground has a lot of amenities like showers and washer/dryers (all coin operated)."
  • Friendly staff: Many visitors enjoy the helpfulness of the campground staff. A reviewer at Lost River Valley Campground said, "The staff in the office and store has been friendly."
  • Scenic views: Campers love the beautiful surroundings. One guest at Umbagog Lake State Park Campground noted, "We had a great sunset view and then the lighting bugs come out."

What you should know:

  • Noise levels: Some campgrounds are near busy roads, which can be noisy. A camper at Crawford Notch Campground mentioned, "The sites are all nice, but the noise from cars and trucks zipping by on route 302 is loud."
  • Privacy concerns: Many sites are close together, which might not suit everyone. A visitor at Hancock Campground said, "Most sites are close together with very little privacy."
  • Limited amenities: Some campgrounds may lack certain amenities like electric hookups or dishwashing sinks. A reviewer at Little River State Park Campground pointed out, "The campground is a bit pricey and doesn’t offer dishwashing sinks."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose the right site: Look for sites that offer more privacy and space for kids to play. A family at Lost River Valley Campground enjoyed their stay, saying, "The sites are large, wooded, and private."
  • Plan activities: Make sure to have a list of family-friendly activities. One camper at Moose Brook State Park Campground mentioned, "The campground is close to Lincoln, NH so if you need supplies you can easily run into town for food and drink."
  • Pack for all weather: Be prepared for changing weather conditions. A visitor at Hancock Campground noted, "The campground is plowed, sites have their access plowed with various widths depending on the site."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site before booking. A reviewer at Dry River Campground mentioned, "Some of the sites have a view of the road, which isn’t too pleasant."
  • Use a reservation system: This can help secure a good spot, especially during peak seasons. A camper at Lafayette Place Campground said, "Reservation recommended."
  • Be mindful of amenities: Know what amenities are available at each campground. A visitor at Umbagog Lake State Park Campground appreciated the "newer showers, flush bathrooms, laundry, boat ramp, trailer parking."

Camping around Lancaster, NH, offers a variety of experiences, from scenic views to family-friendly activities. Just be sure to check the specifics of each campground to find the best fit for your needs!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near Lancaster, NH?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Lancaster, NH is Guyot Shelter with a 4.8-star rating from 9 reviews.

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