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GuidePawtuckaway State Park Campground
Very nice campground! Some sites right on the lake. Have camped there several times. Lots of space between sites.
RV Camping near Manchester, NH
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Several RV campgrounds operate in proximity to Manchester, NH, offering varying amenities and hookup options. Pine Acres Resort in Raymond provides full hookup sites with 50-amp service, water, and sewer connections for RVs, operating from mid-April through October. "We had a nice corner site which fit our 34' rig just fine," noted one visitor about Sandy Beach Campground, which accommodates large vehicles despite having some closely spaced sites. Hidden Valley RV and Golf Park in Derry features big-rig friendly pull-through sites with 50-amp electrical hookups, while Tuxbury Pond RV Campground in South Hampton provides similar amenities with access from April through mid-October. Many parks maintain gravel pads rather than concrete, and seasonal campers occupy a significant portion of available sites.
Advanced reservations prove essential during summer and fall foliage seasons when RV sites fill quickly. Most campgrounds within 30 miles of Manchester offer sanitary dump stations, though visitor feedback indicates inconsistent cell service quality throughout the region. According to reviews, navigational challenges exist for some properties, with one camper noting "Address is messed up! GPS can't find it" when attempting to locate Tuxbury Pond. Dog-friendly policies are common but enforcement varies between properties. During peak times, weekend availability becomes particularly limited as day-trippers and seasonal guests converge on popular parks. RV storage is generally not available at these facilities, and generators are typically prohibited where full hookups are provided. Winter camping options are extremely limited, with most parks closing after Columbus Day weekend.
Best RV Campgrounds near Manchester (155)
1. Pine Acres Resort
"Camped with a whole bunch of friends.This place has all of the amenities. As well as countless outdoor activities. Fun for the whole family! Swimming, fishing, hiking, climbing (near by), biking."
2. Tuxbury Pond RV Campground
"Pros: Friendly staff, clean bathrooms, clean grounds, gated campground with card key access in/out of the grounds, 2 pools (closed for the season during our stay), pavilion, activities/entertainment, fairly"
"Beautiful campground, clean facilities, decently priced. The pool, playground, bathrooms, and basketball court were all open and well maintained. We really enjoyed our stay!"
3. Sandy Beach Campground
"Quiet during the weekdays, picks up over weekends but not to overbearing."
"A lot of seasonal people but friendly. Playground is on the beach. They don’t allow sparklers so that was a bummer ok the 4th, but still got to see fireworks . Showers are free. We would stay again!"
4. Hidden Valley RV and Golf Park
"There are 300 camping sites with full hookups. Very reasonably priced at $40 per night. A lot of the campers are seasonal which is May - October each year."
"Nice RV campground with alot of seasonal residents. Plenty of tent sites. On site general store with grill. Fishing and swimming on property along with a club house."
5. Beach Rose RV Park
"Beach Rose RV Park in Salisbury, Massachusetts is a small, friendly, family-owned campground near the beach."
"Owners were helpful on arrival, level concrete pad full hookups. Sites close together but quiet."
6. Mill Brook RV Park
"My daughter and I were traveling from Buffalo NY to Maine and I got too tired to drive. we tent camp. the owners were very nice and allowed us to tent, and set up at night, and it was a very nice stay,"
7. Seacoast Camping and RV Resort
"Half the campground is seasonal/long term campers and the other side is mostly transients. The roads and campsites are fine crushed gravel with nice grassy patios."
"The park recently added new 50 amp full hook-up sites(some of which are pull-thrus) so there are plenty of options for big-rigs."
Check Availabilityfrom $38 - $48 / night
8. Woodmore Family Campground and RV Park
"Stayed for over a week off season , mid September. Very quiet during the week , weekend is Party Time when the gang pulls in on Friday Night."
"Week-long stay in our Imagine."
Check Availabilityfrom $42 - $65 / night
9. Field & Stream RV Park
Check Availabilityfrom $95 - $99 / night
10. Silver Lakes Park Campground
"Silver Lake Park Campground and Cabins was an incredibly well maintained campground off Jamestown Road in Belmont NH. "
Check Availabilityfrom $45 - $55 / night
Drive Time
- 46 min from Boston, MA
- 1 hr 1 min from Worcester, MA
- 1 hr 34 min from Portland, ME
- 1 hr 49 min from Amherst Center, MA
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RV Park Reviews near Manchester, NH
811 Reviews of 155 Manchester Campgrounds
- Leighton O.Guide
Salisbury Beach State Reservation
Great location if you find a site within walking distance of the beach. Sites are very close together and get pretty noisy. You have to really like people to enjoy this camping area. Bathrooms and shower are very clean though.
- Leighton O.Guide
Winter Island Park
Nice location if enjoy walks by the ocean. Staff is very friendly. Bathrooms and showers could use some work.
- PPatrick
TravelerPawtuckaway State Park Campground
Great spot with all types of different campsites.
- kkevinTraveler
Spacious Skies Minute Man
Beautiful place about an hour from Salem Boston and Plymouth. Be careful getting in Sharp Hill coming up and down lots of scrapes on the ground tight navigation through sites lots of beautiful trees.
- Nancy W.
LegendWinter Island Park
Basically a parking lot but with great views!
I’m not going to lie this was a little tricky for big rigs to get to, but with lots of patience and skillful driving, it is doable. Salem is an old New England town so there are many narrow streets and some low clearances. Follow the directions on the parks website as they are designed for RVs– don’t use Google Maps unless you are a small camper. Even getting into the park is kind of challenging because of the way the entrance is laid out with the entrance booth and some low hanging trees. This campground is in a municipal park with a marina, beach, a short walking trail, and picnic areas. The campground has different sections and totally different feels to them. We arrived on a weekend and section we were in the section which is in the parking lot of a busy marina. The parking lot was half full which made for navigating our 45’ bus into our site pretty hard.
No sites have fire pits but you can have a fire if you bring your own above ground pit. Tent sites have picnic tables but nothing else. Some sites you can drive to and have a car onsite and others are non-vehicle access sites (11, 17, 18, 25, 26, 27& 38) in which you have to park in a parking lot. Some RV sites have great water views and others are in a back gravel lot. In my opinion, the best RV sites are 12-16(A-D) because they have a water view. Sites 16B-D are a little tricky for big-rigs to get into because of the tight space. Our site (#13) had a slight downhill slope. We pulled in forward so we could have a view of the harbor which meant the utilities (water electric only) were in the front of our site but we were able to reach without an extension cord. We loved watching the action in the harbor. There is a gazebo by the water which we enjoyed siting under and watching boats go in and out of the harbor while it rained.
There is a nice sandy beach onsite which attracts a lot of day use vistors. The grounds are interesting to walk around as the water views are nice and there is an old fort to explore. Nearby town of Salem Willows is(about½ mile away) is a cute old seaside town with restaurants and arcades. They have a Bluebike rental station which is an easy way to get downtown and explore the area if you don’t have a car.
- Nancy W.Legend
Sea-Vu West Premier RV Resort
Pleasantly surprised.
This campground is mostly seasonal, privately owned park models, but has 45 spaces for RV’s. I was a little skeptical about staying at this campground with so many park models and seasonals but was pleasantly surprised at how nice, clean, and tidy all the sites were. They obviously take pride in how things look because the grounds and campsites were very well-kept.
All campsites are 50/30-amp full hook-up with level gravel pads with grassy patios, a picnic table, and fire pit. We stayed in site#702 which was long enough for our 45’ motorhome and tow car. All the utilities were easy to reach and the electric worked well. The only problem was that we were parked under a large oak tree that was profusely shedding large acorns. There are some sites that are in the open which I would definitely choose, if I came back in the fall. The campground is gated which is a nice feature. It is located a mile or so off Route 1 which means you don’t get the road noise and traffic, but still conveniently located near shops and restaurants.
One nice feature are the shaded walking trails in the park. While they are not super long, it is a nice change from walking the roads (which are paved). Other amenities include a decent size swimming pool (closed while we were there), a basketball court, playground, laundry, and camp store. I thought it was a little expensive at $75/night (for full hook-up) at the end of the season, especially since the pool was closed.
- Nancy W.Legend
Sun Outdoors Wells Beach
Tight sites and expensive, busy area along the Maine coast
We stopped here in the summer to check out the coastal towns in southern Maine. There are many campgrounds in the area and we chose this one because they had a 25% off coupon (on a 7-night stay) which gave us the best nightly price in the area. However, the nightly rate was still$74/night, one reason being they charge a “resort fee” of$15/day which is ridiculous. This is a typical resort-style campground with lots of amenities (most of which we never use). But, for some people, this is a destination campground because of all the amenities- a large heated swimming pool, basketball courts, sand volleyball, bocce, fitness center, two playgrounds, 18-hole minigolf (that you pay extra for), and more.
The campsites in the front of the park are sandwiched between the swimming pool and Route 1 which is very busy and noisy. Campsites in the far back portion of the campground are shaded and a much quieter section. Camping pads and patios are a mix of gravel and sand. Many sites have shade and some have an astroturf patio (I think those are “premium” sites). Our campsite was in the middle section which was fairly quiet but the sites are close together with no privacy. The site was a long and level pull thru with a gravel pad and gravel/sand patio. All sites have a picnic table and fire pit.
There is a tent-only section and they have renal cabins. There is lots to do for families in the area including the beach and amusement and water parks. Restaurants of all sorts are nearby. You can easily walk to Congdon’s Donuts which is a Maine classic.
- Nancy W.Legend
Seacoast Camping and RV Resort
Nice Campground, Love the area!
This is a nice, clean, well-maintained campground for RV and tenting. The campground is located on Route 1 which means you are convenient to a lot of things but there is lots of traffic. Half the campground is seasonal/long term campers and the other side is mostly transients. The roads and campsites are fine crushed gravel with nice grassy patios. The campground is very well maintained (the best part being that the mower collects they cut the grass so no clippings get tracked in your camper). There are some mature trees that provide shade but don’t impede navigating in and out of sites or impacting slide outs.
Campsites range from tent with water/electric to RV water/electric and RV full hook-up 50-amp and full hook-up 30-amp. There are three bathhouses on the property (one of which has a dishwashing sink) and laundry. Tent sites 50-55 are in an are set away from RV sites and more private. They are also close to a large bathhouse with multiple toilets and showers. Tent sites 90-100 are across from a large playground which can be quite chaotic, but if you have kids, this is a great spot.
Our site (#147) was a long pull-thru with a descent amount of space between our neighbors. We got about half a dozen over-the-air channels (one being a major network station) and were able to connect with eastern arc satellites with our Dish Satellite. The 50A electric was good as was the water pressure.
The campground does not have much in the way of amenities except for a game room, basketball court, and playground. The game room is pretty cool with lots of arcade-style games, a pool table, foosball, and table tennis. While we were there, they just finished putting in all new playground equipment and enlarged the size making it really big and a hit with the kids in the park. Once convenience is that maintenance picks up garbage at your site (between 8am– 3pm). Unfortunately, people leave them out after hours and animals got into them and scattered garbage everywhere. We've stayed here before and always enjoy being in the area as it is close to the fun cities of Portsmouth and Newburyport.
Guide to Manchester
Camping options near Manchester, New Hampshire provide access to southern New Hampshire's diverse terrain within 30 miles of the city. Most RV parks in this region operate seasonally from mid-spring through mid-fall, typically closing after Columbus Day weekend. Cell service varies significantly throughout the area, with stronger connections closer to Interstate 93 and weaker coverage in more rural campgrounds west of the city.
What to do
Golfing access: Hidden Valley RV and Golf Park in Derry offers camping with direct access to their golf course. "This campground is 1300 acres owned and operated by the Simonsen family in Derry, NH. The main attraction of this campground is the golf course of 9 or 18 holes. There is a pro shop, golf cart rentals, etc," notes one camper at Hidden Valley RV and Golf Park.
Water activities: Outdoor recreation extends beyond swimming with multiple ponds available for fishing and boating. "Our site was large with full hookups and the area was very clean, some sites in other sections are closer together. There are lots of seasonal campers so if you don't like that atmosphere this is probably not the place for you. It's a great base for sightseeing," shares a visitor to Tuxbury Pond RV Campground.
Outdoor recreation: Several campgrounds provide multiple activity options within their grounds. "This place has all of the amenities. As well as countless outdoor activities. Fun for the whole family! Swimming, fishing, hiking, climbing (near by), biking. What ever your into its here. Volleyball, softball, tent sites, cabins, RV sites..seriously all the amenities," reports a visitor to Pine Acres Resort.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Campers frequently mention the cleanliness of bathroom and shower facilities. "The bathrooms were a little dirty, but not awful, and we didn't read well that the place doesn't have a grill for cooking, just the fire ring, so we had go hunting for one at a store very far away," reports one tent camper about their stay at Tuxbury Pond.
Convenient location: RV parks near Manchester provide strategic access to coastal attractions. "It's a great base for sightseeing. This is a Thousand Trails Campground and we have had a wide range of experiences with these campgrounds. This is one of the nicer ones," notes a visitor about proximity to attractions from their campground.
Family entertainment: Many campgrounds schedule regular activities for guests. "There is a playground, rentable kayaks and canoes, a basketball goal, frisbee golf, corn hole, horseshoes, yard darts etc. Pets are asked to stay home," explains a reviewer at Silver Lakes Park Campground.
What you should know
Site spacing varies: Campground density can significantly impact your experience. "The sites are close together but everyone was very nice. A mix of seasonal and not," reports a camper at Seacoast Camping and RV Resort.
Navigation challenges: Finding some campgrounds requires advance planning. "A little tip about GPS: if you're using Apple Maps, it will likely take you to a turn that is not the campground entrance, there's even a hand-written sign on someone's lawn that has directions to the entrance (seems to happen frequently, I guess)," warns a visitor to Tuxbury Pond.
Seasonal operations: Most campgrounds have limited operating seasons. "Our annual membership fees basically covered what it would cost to camp here for two weeks. The campground has good proximity to Orchard Beach and Portland. However, the spots are pretty tight, and the WiFi is awful away from the registration office," notes a camper at Thousand Trails Moody Beach.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Multiple campgrounds offer dedicated play areas for children. "Beautiful campground, clean facilities, decently priced. The pool, playground, bathrooms, and basketball court were all open and well maintained. We really enjoyed our stay!" shares a visitor to Tuxbury Pond.
Entertainment options: Some parks provide structured activities. "The pool area and hot tub are open until 8pm and are at a comfortable temperature. We stayed in the newer area with larger spots near the entrance to the park. There are activities and food within walking distance," notes a camper at Thousand Trails Moody Beach.
Water safety: Campgrounds with water access maintain specific swimming areas. "Silver Lake Park Campground and Cabins was an incredibly well maintained campground off Jamestown Road in Belmont NH. This is a very clean, quiet, gated campground, with easy beach access for the kids (and launching space for pontoon or bass boats)," reports a visitor.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Choose sites based on your specific needs. "Sites in back are ok with trees and different levels. Sites are a little closer than I usually find. Neighbors are very considerate on site privacy. Owners are exceptionally helpful and work hard to keep the site functioning and clean," notes a visitor to Woodmore Family Campground and RV Park.
Hookup variations: Different campgrounds offer varying electrical service. "There are 300 camping sites with full hookups. Very reasonably priced at $40 per night. A lot of the campers are seasonal which is May - October each year," explains a visitor to Hidden Valley RV and Golf Park.
Space limitations: RV site dimensions vary significantly between properties. "The 30 amp sites are very close together. The campground layout is quite unusual, with campers parked lengthwise along the road. This means that you share the space where you sit outside with the camper behind you, resulting in very little privacy," cautions an RVer about their experience at Thousand Trails Moody Beach.
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