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Limited equestrian camping options exist in the Moultonborough area, with no dedicated horse corrals shown at nearby campgrounds according to available data. Gunstock Campground in Gilford, approximately 15 miles from Moultonborough, accommodates tent, RV, and cabin campers, but does not list horse-specific amenities in its facilities. The campground features 250 sites with drinking water, electric hookups, showers, and flush toilets. Campers note the grounds are well-maintained with large campsites and wooded areas that provide privacy at certain sites. Sites in the Breezy Knolls area and numbers 203, 205, 254, and 255 offer more seclusion and creek frontage.
Hancock Campground presents another option for campers in the region, located within White Mountain National Forest. This campground operates year-round on a first-come, first-served basis and features walk-in tent sites along the river, though specific horse facilities are not mentioned. The campground includes bear boxes at each site, picnic tables, and fire rings. Some sites provide direct river access, creating natural boundaries between camping areas. Winter camping is available with plowed access to sites. Pit toilets are standard throughout the grounds, though some flush toilets exist in certain areas. For horse owners seeking trailer parking and equestrian-friendly trails, contacting these campgrounds directly is recommended to determine current horse policies.
"Fairly extensive camp ground associated with Gunstock ski area on central New Hampshire."
"I was lucky to receive a tranquil, secluded spot next to a brook - perfect."
from $35 - $80 / night
Check Availability"This would be one of few places I find acceptable to camp, that are near other people. I usually don't like camping with 20+ other people in one looped area."
"Used the tent sides a quick hill walk down from the parking lot. River great for splashing around and nearby path to Lincoln Woods trail."
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GuideFairly extensive camp ground associated with Gunstock ski area on central New Hampshire. We arrived without a reservation a bit after the office closed, but Elena, the manager came out to let us in and allowed us to check in. She was great. Dogs must have proof of rabies vaccine. Very nice showers. Beautiful fall colors.
RangerThis would be one of few places I find acceptable to camp, that are near other people. I usually don't like camping with 20+ other people in one looped area. The sites here are pretty well spread out. Not ALL of them, but look around. We found what I would think is the best. The one we ended up at had stairs leading from the car down to our site. It was further away from the other sites and had the pretty much private stream running by it. The area we had for use was pretty huge, we had a giant tent 10-12 plus a pop up tent to put over the picnic table, and there was still a ton of room for the car, fire pit and general run around area for our dog. I never felt like we had to lock up everything we owned either. A short walk to the toilets from all sites. Bring a headlamp of course. TP is in the outhouses bring a spare hand sanitizer bottle to use after.
FYI there is a pretty awesome hike close by you can do. I mean you have to drive there but it wasn't far. It goes up to Mt Moosilauke. We ended up taking Beaver Brook Trail to the Cascades, checked out the shelter and headed to Moosilauke Summit. A crazy hike pretty much going up the side of a waterfall. The peak was 4,802ft. Worth it! I'd say an 8 mile trek from the car, up, and back. I included just a couple pictures to entice you since its not about the campsite! There are a TON of trails near this campsite, this would just be my favorite of the 6 or 7 we did.
GuideI was lucky to receive a tranquil, secluded spot next to a brook - perfect. This campground has nothing to do, or plenty you can do - walking, hiking, biking, and close access to all Gunstock's adventures.
TravelerMost amazing spot I’ve ever camped and not too many people. Used the tent sides a quick hill walk down from the parking lot. River great for splashing around and nearby path to Lincoln Woods trail.
LegendI haven't stayed here, but I checked it out on Columbus Day weekend because it's one of the few campgrounds open year-round (plowed, unlike Lafayette Place, which is walk-in) in the White Mountains. Most of the reviews talk about the walk-in tent sites, but there's more to this campground that is located along the Kancamagus Highway just before the Lincoln Woods Visitors' Center.
If you're a tent camper and don't mind carrying your gear downhill to a site, drive straight ahead to a parking lot. A few of the sites (3 & 4) are accessible from the far end of the parking lot, but for most of them you'll head down the steps in the middle with sites in two levels branching out on each side. Sites are large, but close together and although you're in the woods, there's not much to separate you from your neighbors. Even sites 10-20 are directly on the water.
Sites 22-55 are suitable for RVs and tents. Those on the back side of the loop are close enough that you can hear the Pemi River running below. A few of the sites are pull-through. There are no hook-ups, but water available via spigots and flush toilets are available - except in winter. I'd recommend sites on the back side of the loop to provide some more distance from traffic noise. I chatted briefly with a host who remarked that sites on the western end of the loop have some cell phone coverage, unlike the rest of the campground.
If you stay here, you're only a few miles from Lincoln where you can pick up any necessary supplies. This end of the Kanc your nearest hiking options are Lincoln Woods and Greeley Pond for family friendly trails, or Lincoln Woods to head into the Pemi wilderness, including peaks in the Pemi loop and Owl's Head. The Hancocks are via a trail at the hairpin on the Kanc. Franconia Notch and its many hiking trails and the multi-use trail are a short drive away.
Bring cash or a check to pay your camping fee in the iron ranger. Fees cover the first vehicle; a second vehicle is an additional $5.
LegendHancock Campground is one of 6 national forest campgrounds along the Kancamagus Highway. Campsites can't be reserved and the campground does fill up on the weekends. We were lucky to score a walk-in tent site on a Saturday in August, and while it did feel a bit like a tent city, we loved that there were no cars at the campsites. It made the tenting area feel more like a community. This is a busy campground, but lovely all the same.
We got site #19, which was one of the last sites available. It had a picnic table, fire pit, and bear box. There were awesome waterfront sites nearby, but they were taken, of course. Cost was reasonable - $22 per night. Pit toilets were near the parking area, but there was a real bathroom with a sink and a flush toilet in the car camping area. There is also a fabulous swimming hole. Clear, cold and deep just off the car camping area.
Hancock Campground is a five-minute drive from Lincoln, NH, and very close to awesome hiking trails in the White Mountain National Forest and Franconia Notch State Park.
RangerPros: Beautiful area, not a bad size campground, quiet nights (but this could be because 3 out of the 4 sites right near us were empty), free hot showers that are not dirty, lots of trails on edge of the grounds, lots and lots of tent sites, platform on campsite, pool and playground available, camp store, bike & Segway trails, quick access to some of NH’s most beautiful mountains. Staff is friendly. Cons: So many roots all over the sites, the platform did not fit our tent for 12 on it. More of the sites have very little separation from the neighboring campers near you. We explored the grounds & noted some sites that were a smidge more secluded and plan to return again sometime!
ScoutI stayed at Hancock campground in mid April this year. Great clean accessible bathrooms, beautiful grounds and large campgrounds. Leashed dogs are allowed. There are both walk-in and drive up tent sites. The walk-in sites are directly next to the beautiful Pemi River. Great overall would return again.
RangerSome pros and lots of cons. We stayed at a walk-in site by the river.
I never fully appreciated just how much camp hosts do. There was no ranger and no host. We arrived early on a Thursday, hopeful we could get a spot by the water. There are only two spots that are truly private in any way. They were both taken- fine. However, one of the groups had not registered and stayed until 4 or 5pm until everyone else had already set up for the day…then they left! So uncool. The site went unused because at that point, no one was going to move all their stuff. Maybe a camp host would’ve noticed that?
The sites were FILTHY with trash, dog poop and food waste. Pretty crazy considering this was supposed to be a bear area. There was also a bad smell wafting around, hmm…maybe because of the trash and dog poop? Stepping in dog poop and trying to clean off your boots is a significant bummer. The site we were stuck at also had ashes and chunks of wood all over the picnic table. Cleaning up this much in order to feel comfortable really sucked.
There was no running water at any of the pumps and the pit toilets were quite full.
There is a bridge nearby but the river covered any vehicle noise very well. It was also nice to be right off the highway and five minutes from town, yet it felt like a proper national forest experience.
There’s an upper loop with drive in sites. They didn’t seem very private and you could see the road. I wouldn’t stay up there.
Being by the river was beautiful. I would stay here again, but with more preparation for the campground’s limitations.
Equestrian facilities near Moultonborough, New Hampshire remain limited, though several campgrounds in the area accommodate travelers seeking outdoor experiences within the Lakes Region. Situated at approximately 550 feet elevation in the foothills of the White Mountains, this area experiences distinct seasonal variations that impact camping conditions. Winter temperatures often drop below freezing, while summer highs typically reach the mid-80s with moderate humidity levels and occasional thunderstorms.
Hiking near Hancock Campground: Campers can access multiple trailheads within minutes of Hancock Campground, making it ideal for day hikes. "Great place to set up camp to get some 4Ks in the whites. Some lovely spots by the water. Open year round!! I have stayed here many times, three times in the winter," notes Kim O.
Winter camping options: Unlike many seasonal facilities, some campgrounds remain operational throughout colder months. "Stayed here for two nights in late December. Site #40 along the river was close to the bathroom yet had plenty of privacy from other sites. The campgrounds were well cared for and the staff was friendly," shares Heather B. about her winter experience at Hancock Campground.
Water recreation at Tippicanoe: For fishing enthusiasts seeking horse-friendly camping areas near Moultonborough, Tippicanoe Campground offers a stocked pond. "Rand Pond is the body of water at the campground and is restricted to under 10 HP boats. It is stocked with rainbow trout by the State of NH and is a spring fed sandy bottom pond," explains David G.
Riverside campsites: The natural boundaries created by water features provide enhanced privacy at select locations. "We arrived around 11:15 am and got the last site on the river, which had a nice little opening to the water and had a bit more tree coverage to separate us from our neighbors," reports Lindsey M. about her experience at Hancock Campground.
Bear boxes for food storage: Several campsites include bear-proof storage containers, eliminating concerns about wildlife encounters. "We appreciated having a bear box on our site, especially since we couldn't keep anything in our car. It was big enough to fit our grill, cooler, trash, and bag of groceries," notes Lindsey M.
Adventure activities: Families seeking equestrian and other recreational options near Moultonborough appreciate the diverse activities available. "It has pretty spacious sites, they have an aerial obstacle course and a mountain coaster, places to swim, music festivals, hiking, etc.," says Kasey H. about Gunstock Campground.
Off-season availability: Several campgrounds maintain operations through winter months with adjusted services. "We came at the end of October to try to hike Franconia Ridge (there ended up being a blizzard when we go to the top and we had to return in the warmer weather) and we stumbled upon this campground. We were the only ones in it and we picked the site right next to the rambling river," recounts Molly G. about her off-season experience.
Walk-in sites require planning: Some campgrounds feature walk-in tent sites that necessitate carrying gear from parking areas. "These sites were carry-in only, which wasn't convenient, and it was a lot of work to carry all of our gear from the parking lot to the site (the main part of the path was a hill)," explains Lindsey M. about her experience at Hancock Campground.
Seasonal insect activity: Be prepared for potential insect encounters during warmer months. "Big negative: Our site was completely swarmed with bees. We checked a few vacant sites to see if maybe it was just our site, but we found them all around, including all over the cars in the lot," warns Lindsey M.
Clean, maintained facilities: Families with children appreciate well-kept grounds and amenities. "This campground is run by a very pleasant couple who take great pride in this property. Everything is immaculate from the bathrooms, shower, clubhouse, store and grounds so you can relax and know that the kids are safe," reports David G. about Ramblewood Cabins and Campground.
Swimming locations: Natural water features provide recreational opportunities for children. "There is also a fabulous swimming hole. Clear, cold and deep just off the car camping area," notes Tara S. about Hancock Campground's water access.
Site selection for privacy: Families seeking quieter locations should research specific site numbers. "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," advises Melissa B. about Gunstock Campground.
Full hookup availability: RV campers seeking comprehensive services should verify specific amenities. "Very well kept and quiet grounds. The lot I was in was not wooded but still quiet. Check in was quick and friendly," reports Ryan F. about his stay at Gunstock Campground.
Spacious sites: Vehicle size restrictions vary between campgrounds, with some offering more room than others. "Large campsites, clean amenities, nice dog park, great store with everything you need and located near like Winni," notes Ryan P. about his camping experience at Gunstock Campground.
Gated campground security: Some locations offer enhanced security measures for equipment and vehicles. "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," explains Melissa B. about Gunstock's entry procedures.
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