Top Tent Camping near Madison, NH

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Best Tent Sites Near Madison, NH (46)

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Recent Tent Reviews In Madison

1247 Reviews of 46 Madison Campgrounds


  • Kt The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road
    Oct. 28, 2024

    White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road

    Little larry!! Amazingly peaceful spot.

    Have stayed at all upper sites. Beautiful serene and quiet. Site 4 and 5 get some cell service. Upper two top sites beware of bears especially the right side site. Game trail heaven. Amazing little larry brook. Great flat sites except top two. Highly recommend

  • 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.

  • HThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Moose Brook State Park
    Oct. 14, 2024

    Moose Brook State Park

    Wonderful campground near Mt Washington

    Loved this campground! Quiet and pretty private spots - outer loop a bit more. Great facilities w wash sink - nice camp store and not at all too close to town! 20 min drive to Mt Washington (be sure to check weather as we had rain at the campground which was ice on the mtn so we couldn’t go to top/they stopped us halfway.)

  • Meghan B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Blackberry Crossing
    Oct. 11, 2024

    Blackberry Crossing

    Blackberry Crossing Campground

    Your typical first-come first-served National Forest campground with vault toilets and handpump water. The Albany Covered Bridge is a short walk away.

  • Kevin H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road
    Oct. 7, 2024

    White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road

    Adorable private spots

    We pulled in around 7:30 pm on a Sunday night and there were plenty of open spots. We took a huge one. Found a fairly flat area and stayed for the night.

    Just enough t-mobile / starlink signal to watch streaming and message, but wouldn't be enough for remote work so we went to the White Mountain National Forest Picnic area off the main road about 5 minutes away and had great signal

  • Dominique F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hogan Road Pulloff near Appalachian Trail
    Sep. 30, 2024

    Hogan Road Pulloff near Appalachian Trail

    Easy access. Somewhat secluded.

    About 1km (.6 miles) of gravel road, easy enough for a big road bike, but don’t go any further as it gets rough. Plenty of trees to hang your hammock. Enough space to put up to 3-5 tents. No fire allowed. Would be really quiet if not for the road across the lake. I saw one truck in the evening and one in the morning.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Campton Campground
    Sep. 22, 2024

    Campton Campground

    Awesome Campground

    I found this place on The Dyrt app, so I came to check it out, I made a reservation online just to make sure I guaranteed my spot when I arrived, which I didn’t had to worry about either way because there was lots of empty spaces, but you never know, even though I made my reservation my spot didn’t have my name on it or any information about when I was suppose to arrive and leave, there was nobody there, but made me wonder if there was someone already there, besides that, it’s a great place to camping, clean, quite, bathroom was close by, shower and everything, besides all that I was able to use my phone with no problems, I have AT&T btw, there is a Dunkin, General store and a gas station like 3 minutes driving, which is great in case you forgot to buy something or are too lazy to make coffee and breakfast, I stayed for 2 night, can’t complain, and will come back for sure, I highly recommend this place, although I recommend to get the side from 33 to 57 it’s on the other side and not too close from the highway.

  • Jeffrey S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lost River Valley Campground
    Sep. 17, 2024

    Lost River Valley Campground

    Two stays up on Harley road sites

    August stay very nice site 210 facing east with views of loon mountain area. These sites are w/E/S. Second stay mid September site 225 good easterly view. Quiet and peaceful. Lower sites by river with wooded sites of all categories. Tenting to small RV’s.

  • Jeffrey S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lost River Valley Campground
    Sep. 13, 2024

    Lost River Valley Campground

    Really rustic feel with modern convenience

    Stayed here in August for a few nights now booking in September for three nights. Like sites on Harley road, with views of loon mountain and surrounding vistas. Very nice campground with lots of wooded sites some with river frontage. Very well appointed store. Lots of sites have electric and water. No RV over 32’ in lower sites over lost river bridge. Also cabins available throughout the grounds for those without RV/Tent. Close to town with stores , restaurants, gas stations

  • Eric H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Moose Hillock Camping Resort
    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.

  • Meghan B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Stony Brook Recreation and Campground
    Sep. 10, 2024

    Stony Brook Recreation and Campground

    Pleasant stay at Stony Brook

    The staff was very nice and helpful during our stay. There are a variety of sites to choose from and a bunch of things to do around the campground. The campground store also had a good supply of items, too. It sounds like the new owners are making improvements around the campground, so I'm excited to see how it comes along if I'm in the area again in the future!

  • Meghan B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cold River
    Sep. 9, 2024

    Cold River

    Short and sweet

    Stayed for a night while passing through the area. Lots of space between sites and very clean facilities. Would stay again.

  • Meghan B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sugarloaf 1 Campground
    Sep. 9, 2024

    Sugarloaf 1 Campground

    Ideal base camp

    I was lucky to snag one of the couple remaining campsites on a Saturday afternoon. The sites are spacious, the bathrooms with flush toilets are clean enough, and the river nearby is a great spot to rock-hop if you're not too busy hiking the many amazing trails in the area.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Riverside Park Campground
    Aug. 31, 2024

    Riverside Park Campground

    What you get in southern Me

    A friendly place but very crowed campground and tight getting a 21’ trailer in. About 1/2 of the sites are seasonal. Lots of beach traffic in the area and while we are glad we stoped by we wouldn’t go back

  • Ronald C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Wells Beach Resort Campground
    Aug. 19, 2024

    Wells Beach Resort Campground

    Huge campground

    I only stayed one night because I couldn’t find a spot anywhere close to 95 . The campground is huge and the spaces are very tight ,not to mention $148 for a full hook up pull thru site that my 42 ft 5w barley fit. I would not go back .

  • Kaileigh K.
    Camper-submitted photo from White Lake State Park
    Aug. 19, 2024

    White Lake State Park

    Great Lake with nice campground amenities and feel

    We had a great stay at white lake state park. I was surprised that there was only a large log separating our site from the next one but luckily it was just my brothers family so it wasn’t awkward. Our sites (2-11 and 2-11a) survived a 2 hour monsoon with some water running through but other sites had some major flooding so just something to be cognizant of.

  • Jonathan J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Old Orchard Beach Campground
    Aug. 17, 2024

    Old Orchard Beach Campground

    Great Community Park

    This is a great campsite. So many amenities that work. Great sense of community. Overly friendly people at the front desk that are accommodating. The spaces are very close to each other. The Wi-Fi does not work very well (WFH employees trying to see the world). Other than the Wi-Fi, everything exceeded our expectations.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lafayette Place Campground - Franconia Notch State Park
    Aug. 17, 2024

    Lafayette Place Campground - Franconia Notch State Park

    Good location and amenities, great staff

    We were there June 26-30, 2024 for a Hiker Trailer Campout. We had 17 trailers and 30 people. Lafayette Place was the perfect place for an event like that. The water points and restrooms were placed well throughout the campground. The quarter operated showers were nice and hot and very good pressure and flow. Our campsite (79) was a bit uphill from the road, but easily negotiable. As others have noted, there is a bit of noise from Rt. 93.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Dam Campground
    Aug. 17, 2024

    Beaver Dam Campground

    Excellent campground

    Beautiful and very well maintained. The staff is awesome. There are SO many amazing activities for the whole family. Would absolutely recommend!

  • 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.



Guide to Madison

Camping near Madison, New Hampshire, offers a fantastic escape into nature with beautiful landscapes and plenty of outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, this area has something for everyone.

What to do

  • Hiking: Explore the numerous trails in the area. Many campers enjoy the scenic hikes that lead to stunning views. One visitor at Pawtuckaway State Park Campground mentioned, "Great location with lake views, trails etc. Lots of great spots on the water."
  • Water Activities: Kayaking and swimming are popular at campgrounds like Wolfe's Neck Oceanfront Campground. A reviewer shared, "Such a great place for families. West Bay has a playground, a great shower house, water access, and kayak rentals."
  • Wildlife Watching: The area is rich in wildlife. Campers at Dry River — Crawford Notch State Park have spotted deer and various birds, making it a great spot for nature lovers.

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Many campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Moose Brook State Park Campground noted, "Bathrooms were clean and there is a nice wash station to do dishes."
  • Spacious Sites: Campers enjoy the roomy sites at places like Bear Brook State Park Campground. One reviewer said, "Newish campers here - felt like this camp ground had plenty of space between sites."
  • Friendly Staff: Many campgrounds have helpful staff. A camper at Franconia Notch State Park - Lafayette Place mentioned, "Friendly staff and good facilities."

What you should know

  • Site Proximity: Some campgrounds have sites that are close together. A visitor at Crawford Notch Campground remarked, "The sites are all nice, but they are packed together, close to the highway."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds offer full amenities. A camper at Hancock Campground pointed out, "There was no running water at any of the pumps and the pit toilets were quite full."
  • Reservations Recommended: Many popular spots fill up quickly, especially during peak season. A camper at Lost River Valley Campground advised, "Reservation recommended."

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with amenities for kids. A reviewer at Wolfe's Neck Oceanfront Campground said, "Great place for kids with lots of variety, animals and low traffic back roads for bike riding."
  • Pack for Activities: Bring gear for swimming and hiking. A visitor at Pawtuckaway State Park Campground mentioned, "Easy to put a kayak in from the water."
  • Plan for Quiet Time: Some campgrounds can get noisy. A camper at Crawford Notch Campground noted, "There were several sites around us with drunk 20's kids and shouting/partying/music."

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Bear Brook State Park Campground mentioned, "You can fit a good size rig in some sites."
  • Be Prepared for Limited Hookups: Many campgrounds do not offer electric hookups. A visitor at Moose Brook State Park Campground said, "This is a no electric hookup and no dump station park."
  • Use a Generator if Needed: If your site lacks power, consider bringing a generator. A camper at Moose Brook State Park Campground shared, "We took our generator and did just fine."

Camping near Madison, NH, has its perks and quirks. With the right preparation and knowledge, you can enjoy a memorable outdoor experience!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Madison, NH?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Madison, NH is Town Hall Road Dispersed with a 4.5-star rating from 19 reviews.

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