Best Tent Camping near Lyme, NH

Recent Tent Reviews near Lyme, NH

936 Reviews of 48 Lyme Campgrounds

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  Justin P.

  Legend

  

  Aug. 25, 2022

  Velvet Rocks Shelter Backcountry Campground on the AT — Appalachian National Scenic Trail

  Standard AT back country shelter on the limited site of tent camping

  Note this is a back country shelter along the Appalachian Trail, so it is 100% long hike in with no guaranteed water and a basic privvy.

  I tented along here for a night during a section hike of the AT from Lyme into Vermont.

  The shelter was the basic AT 3-sided wood structure and was generally in good shape.

  The water source here was dry during my trip which was expected during the drought (August 2022).

  The tent camping here was ok, with some slightly slanted spots around the main shelter area.

  There was no real view from the shelter.  There was also a basic privvy available.

  This was a decent shelter to stop at along the AT, but I would not consider it a weekend destination.

  There was no bear box onsite.

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  Natali S.

  Scout

  

  Nov. 23, 2023

  Private Field and Woods Camping

  The best holiday for the whole family

  Private Field and Woods Camping in New Hampshire is a true paradise for lovers of nature and secluded recreation. After spending several days here, I was delighted with the beauty of nature and the comfort that this unique camp offers. The first thing that catches your eye is the amazing landscape.

  Situated deep in the forests, the camp is surrounded by spacious fields and wild nature. Sunrises and sunsets at this place are a real miracle that makes you forget about the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy the moment. The camp itself provides unique opportunities for close contact with nature.

  The opportunity to locate your tent camp in a private field surrounded by forest creates a unique atmosphere of comfort and privacy. The absence of city noise and light pollution allows you to enjoy the silence and sounds of nature. The camp infrastructure also deserves the highest praise. Ecologically built showers and toilets provide everything you need for a comfortable stay away from civilization. Fire pits and cooking areas allow you to enjoy delicious meals cooked outdoors.

  Private Field and Woods Camping in New Hampshire is the perfect place for those who want a real getaway in nature, far from the hustle and bustle of the city. I left this place with a feeling of complete relaxation and deep gratitude to the team who created this unique corner of nature.

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  Eric H.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 13, 2024

  Moose Hillock Camping Resort

  Mixed Feelings

  My family and friends were drawn to this campground for its exciting pool and convenient location, and those aspects definitely lived up to expectations. However, our campsite was not level, and the sites were very close together with little privacy. We were tent camping but the area we were in, while a tent site, is best for RVs.

  The bathroom facilities could also use some attention– a loose toilet and a broken hand dryer weren't ideal. Overall, we enjoyed our stay, but these conditions kept it from being great.

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  Justin P.

  Legend

  

  Sep. 13, 2022

  Moose Mountain Backcountry Shelter on the AT — Appalachian National Scenic Trail

  Standard AT back country site

  Note: This is a back country shelter site that is hike-in only on the Appalachian Trail. There can be seasonal water sources but water is not guaranteed.

  I had a great night here tent camping while doing a week-long section hike of the AT.

  The shelter is a standard three-sided shelter. There were a host of large, flat tent sites around the shelter, and I tented in one of these.

  The shelter did stand out with a bench overlooking a clearing in the brush with a view (see photos) which was a great place to enjoy my freeze dried dinner.

  The privvy was also new and very spacious.

  All-in this was a great place to stop along the Appalachian Trail but I wouldn't consider it worthy of a destination hike.

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  Justin P.

  Legend

  

  Sep. 17, 2022

  Happy Hill Backcountry Shelter on the AT in Vermont — Appalachian National Scenic Trail

  Cool double-decker shelter with large tent areas

  Note this is a back country campsite that is 100% hike in, with no guaranteed water. I tent camped here in August while doing a section hike of the Appalachian Trail. 

  The shelter had a ground floor and a loft but each floor could maybe fit 4-5 people comfortably, but I decided to tent camp. There were a bunch of level tent camp sites around the shelter. The loft was nice since folks could decide to sleep up there while others were down below, either cooking, arriving, or departing. 

  The privvy was relatively new and in great shape. 

  There wasn't any water at the source while I was staying here and it looks like a seasonal source. 

  There were no views here except for the beautiful surrounding forest.

  This was a great place to stop along the Appalachian Trail but I would not consider it a destination shelter.

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  Justin P.

  Legend

  

  Aug. 19, 2022

  Gifford Woods State Park Campground

  Quiet and well maintained campground

  I tent camped here before doing a section hike of the Appalachian Trail and it was one of the best campgrounds I’ve stayed at before.

  The sites have some privacy and woods in between, though the tent sites vs. shelters and cabins were mostly closer to the access road. All sites were super clean and had a picnic table and fire ring. Most sites had a built in cooking fire structure (vs. a fire ring) they looked great for camp cooking, though my site (T01) seemed to be the only without it.

  The facilities were well-maintained, there were water spigots everywhere, and though I didn’t get a chance to enjoy, there were lots of activities right there (volleyball lawn, the AT running right through the campground, mountain bike trails).

  I didn’t stay in them, but the cabins and lean-tos looked great for group or family options.

  Kent Pond was also just across the road for water activities, and I saw at least one fly fisher out.

  Killington was also right nearby for restaurants and other needs.

  I will definitely be coming back to explore more!

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  Melissa B.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 19, 2021

  Gunstock Campground

  Cute campground, wooded sites are limited.

  This campground overall is very nice. The camp store has most everything you could need, and the campground is gated so you have to make sure you keep your key card with you whenever leaving in order to get back in. Most of the sites are out in the open though, or very close together. Not so bad if you're camping in trailers or RVs, but if tent camping you won't really have any privacy in those locations. I recommend the sites back in Breezy Knolls (K01-K17 I think?) and then I believe sites 203 and 205 were nice and tucked away in the trees as well. There is a zip line course and a metal "slide" or coaster behind the Breezy Knolls area which can get kind of noisy between the sounds of the gear and the kids screaming. Lol. But it didn't really bother me personally. The wooded area back there is beautiful though so the sites definitely made up for it. Campground has a fenced in dog park, playground, showers, clean bathrooms, and laundry facilities. Would definitely camp here again. I just prefer the wooded/shaded tent sites...which are limited at this place.

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  Justin P.

  Legend

  

  Sep. 28, 2022

  Baker Rocks

  Great location and amazing facilities

  I tent camped here while doing some fishing in the area.

  Baker Rocks had a host of different camping options onsite including tent platforms, yurts, and cabins. I booked one of the tent platforms.

  The site had a large tent platform they could fit multiple tents, a brand new picnic table, a fire ring (with a free bundle of firewood), two chairs by the fire ring, and even a few strings of solar lights around the camp area.

  The tent sites are within the wooded area around the property and felt very secluded. There was a bit of road noise overnight.

  The facilities here were great. There is a full bathhouse with individual rooms for showers and sink/toilets, with running water.

  Around the campground there was a little beach along the Baker river. I only caught a few minnows when fishing but that may have been more to do with the angler. Along another bend of the river were two chairs for taking in the scenery.

  Check-in was super easy with the camp hosts who were very flexible with timing and wanted to make sure I had a great stay. The property and individual sites are deliberately designed with guests in mind.

  I would definitely stay here again if I’m in the area and might try some of the glamping options as well.

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  T D.

  Scout

  

  Oct. 11, 2021

  Running Bear Campground

  Very disrespectful owners/ long term residents, sketchy water….

  The owners here will meet your with rudeness and disrespect when enforcing their rules for newer people. And yes, new campers… the owners will haze those who do not plan to give them revenue as a long term rv. The drinking water was terrible… I filled a glass at night and by morning debris collected at the bottom of the cup, I think it was sand?? I do not know but I was relieved to drink bottled water rather than the smog. Their pool was disgusting and the bathrooms smelled like urine. Their is limited space to stay due the crowded rv spaces. The long term campers are loud at night and have very messy grounds that leach into other areas. I recommend finding a better place to camp especially if you are camping in a tent and not long term like using an rv

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  Justin P.

  Legend

  

  Sep. 18, 2022

  Thistle Hill Backcountry Shelter on the AT in Vermont — Appalachian National Scenic Trail

  Basic AT shelter with average tent camping

  I tent camped here during a section hike of the AT. The shelter was a one-story standard AT shelter with a fire ring and a bench for seating.

  I got to the shelter late in the day so my view on the tent camping might be biased, but it seemed to have smaller spots for tent camping that were somewhat sloped.

  There was a decent privvy (see photos) and water during my stay, though it was right after a smaller storm the previous evening.

  There aren't any views from this shelter, but it was a peaceful place to stop in the woods!

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  michael M.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 14, 2016

  Covered Bridge

  Covered Bridge

  We visited this with our dog Oakley for his first time camping last fall. It was nice and quite because of the time of year and was perfect because we didn't know how he was going to do. He absolutely loved it and there was plenty of space in the tent site for him to roam around. This campground is one of the first campgrounds on the kancamangus which makes it extremely accessible for most. The site offers basic ammentities such as clean toilets. The swift river is in walking distance and offers a great place to relax after a long day in the New Hampshire woods. All in all it is a great local site like most run by the White Mountain Forest Service.

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  Jean C.

  Legend

  

  Oct. 10, 2018

  Ammonoosuc Campground

  Year-round camping convenient to Franconia and Crawford Notches

  This is one of the rare New Hampshire campgrounds that is open year round. For years I drove by this campground deterred by the run-down, deserted red building next door that is NOT associated with the campground. On a last-minute whim I called and snagged one of the final two sites for the holiday weekend, spending 3 nights here. I wanted to be someplace where I could track the baseball playoffs, so finding a place with wifi (fair, better closer to the bath house) and 2-3 bar 3G/4G Verizon access was a plus. This campground has a large number of seasonal sites, but also has sites available for the occasional camper, with discounts available if you stay for a week.

  Sites are wooded, generally moderately sized, though the seasonal sites are much larger. Tent sites do not have hook-ups, but they have small shelters that provide additional protection fro the weather. Some of the tent sites are sloped. They also tend to be long and narrow, opening up to a wider area with the picnic table, fire pit and tent pad. Tent sites in the K row are near the road, so although you don't get much campground noise, you do hear road traffic.

  The bathhouse is clean, well-lit, and heated (a treat on those cold autumn mornings). There's also a laundry room with 4 washers and dryers if you need to clean up or dry out after a rough day on the trails. Sites are close to each other. They've separated sites with fence panels in some places to provide some privacy. There's an inground pool, a large playground, and a horsehoe pit.

  Activities in the area include very convenient access to hiking trails ranging from family friendly Surgarloafs to classic 4000-footers along Franconia Ridge, and peaks along the northern ridge of the Pemi Wilderness (Garfield, Galehead, Twins), trails to Mt Washington and the Presidentials, as well as numerous peaks and waterfalls in the Crawford Notch area. Cog railway is just a few miles down the road if you want to catch an early ride. Trails for ATVs and snowmobiles are also nearby.

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  Jenise P.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 4, 2022

  Lafayette Place Campground — Franconia Notch State Park

  Beautiful spot, but noisy

  My first time in camping in New Hampshire, the whole area is spectacular and I felt lucky to find a spot in this campground next to the stream. There was a microburst over the campground the night I was there but the water drained down into the stream so I was not sleeping in a puddle. My site was in the row closest to the road where there was truck noise for much of the night. I recommend getting a site as far away from the road as possible.

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  Kathy S.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 1, 2022

  Pastures Campground The

  Riverside

  Adorable little camp! In New Hampshire; Vermont is across the river on the north side of the property. Nice bathroom, showers, laundry room, library. Spacious lots with tables and fire rings. Some long time campers are set up.

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  Justin P.

  Legend

  

  Sep. 18, 2022

  Winturri Backcountry Shelter on the AT in Vermont — Appalachian National Scenic Trail

  Large shelter with lots of tent camping

  Note: This is a back country shelter on the Appalachian trail that doesn't have consistent water.

  I stopped here on a section hike of the Appalachian trail. The shelter is on the larger side and could fit maybe 6-8 folks. There were lots of tent camping spots as you worked up the hill perpendicular to the shelter.

  Water was running when I was there in mid-August from a spring close to the shelter.

  There was a decent privvy onsite.

  The shelter was fairly standard but this stop had a great amount of tent camping around in spaces with decent privacy.

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  M.A.D. P.

  Legend

  

  Dec. 31, 2022

  Kettle Pond State Park Campground

  Remote camping on a secluded pond

  My wife and I spent 10 days at this remote tent site. Our site was on the far western end of Kettle Pond and the only tent site in the remote camping area. A trail that goes around the pond is easily accessed from site 10. We were able to watch the Loons teaching it's chicks to hunt for food. A bit of work to get to this site but every bit worth the trade off for peace n quiet!

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  Raj T.

  Guide

  

  May. 30, 2021

  Camel's Hump State Park — Camels Hump State Park

  Hump Brook Tent Site

  Great tent site, site 1 can have 3 platform and fire pit

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  Jeremiah C.

  Scout

  

  May. 16, 2023

  Granite State Campground

  Nice camp site with friendly staff

  We pulled in and went right to the office. The man was very nice and gave us a map to our tent site. We bought some wood from the campground. The tent site has water, electric, and a fire pit. They brought us a picnic table to use for the night. The tent was on a nice smooth spot, which was comfortable. The camp sites were very close together, but there was enough space to fit everything. We were there with only a few other campsites in use, but it would be kind of tight when full.

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  James K.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 3, 2019

  Chittenden Brook Campground

  Really nice semi-remote campground

  Great tent camping area with good privacy at sites. Would be tough for any but the tiniest RV. No water. Well maintained, and nice access to trails right from the campground.

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  David M.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 10, 2019

  Clearwater Campground

  Best swimming view from a lake

  Site wise it’s more of a rv camp but they do have some tent sites. I would recommend mosquito repellent.

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  Jamie M.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 30, 2021

  Crazy Horse Family Campground

  Great place to stay

  Nice and big tent sites. Pool and playground were a big hit. Everyone was so friendly. We will be back for sure!

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  Josie K.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 19, 2023

  Owls Landing Campground

  Kids loved the pool

  Smaller more seasonal place for RVs, some tent sites way in back. No playground except for some old broken plastic things, the grassy knoll where the playground is really is the sewage tank buried with lots of ants!! The shower house was broken so we used the one in the office which was filthy and small. The tent area abuts private property so we heard chainsaw noise until 10pm each night. The tent sites were close but we only had one neighbor. Walk to spigot. The kids loved the pool which was well maintained and clean with floats. This was the best part! The office staff were nice and the cost is reasonable.

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  Samantha M.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 23, 2020

  Covered Bridge

  Traditional Tent Camping

  Gread drive up tent sites with some within a few steps to the Kangamangus. Sites good distance apart but not entirety secluded. Great for little kids!

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  Karl M.

  Scout

  

  Mar. 15, 2024

  Along the River Campground

  Good friendly little campground

  Camped here twice in 2023. Once tent camping in July and the other was in our TT on Columbus day weekend. While the sites may be a bit close, they have everything to will need for a pleasant stay.

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  Geraint J.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 15, 2017

  Big Deer State Park Campground

  Beautiful

  A great place. Peaceful and quiet, camp sites are well maintained, great fire pits. Plenty of different tent sites available, a nice walk down to the lake. Enjoy.

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  Jen S.

  Scout

  

  May. 28, 2024

  Squam Lakes Association

  Lovely Slice of Nature

  We really enjoyed our stay here - we prefer tent camping and like to be secluded; we are not into RV parks. This was fantastic. Beautiful trails, excellent kayaking, quiet and serene. We will revisit again soon.

  ETA: The composting toilets were clean

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  J G.

  Ranger

  

  Apr. 28, 2021

  Crawford Notch Campground

  Little bit of everything at Crawford Notch

  If you like yurts, cabins, or tent camping they have it all. The general store is stocked with your general food items and other camping needs items. Great for groups if you are getting/sharing a cabin. Bathhouse is large and nearby.