RV camping near Meredith, New Hampshire offers access to both the Lakes Region and White Mountain National Forest within a 45-minute drive. Situated at an elevation of around 500 feet, Meredith experiences typical New England seasonal changes with fall foliage peaking in early October. Winter temperatures often drop below freezing, making year-round campgrounds particularly valuable for off-season visitors.
What to do
Boating on Echo Lake: Cannon Mountain RV Park provides access to Echo Lake Beach with boat rentals available during summer months. "During the summer there is a beach at Echo Lake offering boat rentals. A public boat launch is on the far end of the lake," notes a camper at Cannon Mountain RV Park.
Nearby hiking trails: Multiple hiking options exist within short drives of local campgrounds. "The 8.8 mile multi-use (bike/pedestrian) recreation trail runs on the far side of Echo Lake through Franconia Notch State Park," shares a visitor to Cannon Mountain RV Park. Another reports, "Just across the street is the short but rewarding hike up Artists Bluff, giving you a view into Franconia Notch."
Winter activities: Unlike most regional campgrounds, some RV parks remain open through winter. Meredith Woods Four Season Camping offers cold-weather amenities like heated facilities and winter activities. "Snow ploughing happens regularly and reliably. Indoor pool and hot tub are amazing on a snowy frigid winter day," reports a winter camper.
What campers like
Heated amenities: Winter camping near Meredith offers rare cold-weather comfort. "Indoor pool and hot tub are amazing on a snowy frigid winter day. Utility sink for dishes available in heated bathhouse," mentions a visitor to Meredith Woods Four Season Camping in March.
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention well-maintained bathhouses and grounds at Silver Lakes Park Campground. "This is a very clean, quiet, gated campground, with easy beach access for the kids (and launching space for pontoon or bass boats)," reports one reviewer.
Waterfront access: Several campgrounds provide direct lake access. "Turtle Kraal RV campground is a gated RV campground just outside Alton Bay NH. Lots of great restaurants, ice cream shops and water activities are nearby!" notes a visitor to Turtle Kraal RV Park.
What you should know
Seasonal operations: Most RV parks near Meredith close by late October. "The campground is very friendly... a lot of seasonal folks. We had a nice corner site which fit our 34' rig just fine," reports a camper at Sandy Beach Campground.
Winter camping options: Only select campgrounds remain open year-round with plowed sites. "We stayed for a winter weekend, they have a few transient sites that can accommodate RV's year round," notes a visitor to Meredith Woods, adding "There are a ton of full time seasonal RV's as many people use this campground as a base for snow machining."
Reservation timing: Summer weekends fill quickly at most Meredith area RV parks. "I called last minute to get a spot and they could accommodate us that day for the 3 nights we were looking for. Can't say that would happen every time but thankfully it did this time," shares a camper at Meredith Woods Four Season Camping.
Tips for camping with families
Pool facilities: Family-friendly campgrounds often feature swimming pools for kids. "Kids can ride their bikes around both loops, walk the dogs, play cornhole or horseshoes, etc.," reports a visitor to Turtle Kraal RV Park.
Recreation options: Many campgrounds offer organized activities and games. Silver Lakes Park provides "a playground, rentable kayaks and canoes, a basketball goal, frisbee golf, corn hole, horseshoes, yard darts etc."
Playground considerations: Check age-appropriateness of playground equipment before booking. "Family with kids the only down, wish the playground was bigger, and height smaller. Not a structure for small children," notes a visitor to Meredith Woods.
Tips from RVers
Site dimensions: Some RV sites near Meredith have size limitations. "The sites are narrow, a little bigger than a parking space, especially because of the trees in between the sites," notes a reviewer at Cannon Mountain RV Park.
Winter utilities: Confirm winter water availability at year-round campgrounds. "Squeaky clean - and that's not always easy especially in the winter when everyone drags snow, slush and mud into the bathroom," shares a winter camper at Meredith Woods, mentioning its reliable utilities.
Internet access: Working campers report varying connectivity. "We were able to use our AT&T hotspot with decent service. That worked well enough for my needs, so I didn't test the onsite WiFi," reports a visitor to Newfound RV Park, noting its reliable cell coverage.