Campgrounds around Munsonville, New Hampshire operate in a climate that experiences cold winters with heavy snowfall and warm summers with temperatures averaging 70-80°F. Most campgrounds sit at elevations between 800-1,400 feet in the Monadnock Region, characterized by forested hills and numerous lakes. Cell service in this rural area typically varies from 2-3 bars with Verizon offering the most reliable coverage.
What to do
Hiking at Jamaica State Park: The park offers a flat trail along the West River leading to Hamilton Falls. "There is plenty of trails in the area and you can go to the waterfall/rock slides and take a dip in the pools. The area is beautiful and good food across the street!" reports a visitor to Jamaica State Park Campground.
Swimming at local quarries: The Dorset Quarry near Dorset RV Park provides a unique swimming experience. "Great location near a fantastic quarry, country store, and Manchester shopping. The camp grounds were family friendly and quiet. They even had rabbits and chickens for the kids to enjoy," notes a camper at Dorset RV Park.
Golfing opportunities: Several campgrounds combine camping with golf access. "The main attraction of this campground is the golf course of 9 or 18 holes. There is a pro shop, golf cart rentals, etc. There are 300 camping sites with full hookups," explains a visitor to Hidden Valley RV and Golf Park.
What campers like
Private wooded sites: Campers appreciate sites with natural separation. "The campground is very friendly... a lot of seasonal folks. We had a nice corner site which fit our 34' rig just fine," notes a visitor to Sandy Beach Campground.
On-site recreation: Many campgrounds offer activities without leaving the property. "The sandy beach is nice but the swimming area is quite weedy. Our biggest issue though was the over-abundance of gypsy moth worms," reports another Sandy Beach Campground guest.
Fishing access: Lakes and ponds provide fishing opportunities at many campgrounds. "Small but well organized campground. TT members will find all the comforts of home. Staff is pleasant and helpful. Quiet during the weekdays, picks up over weekends but not to overbearing," shares a visitor about Sandy Beach.
What you should know
Seasonal camper population: Many RV parks near Munsonville have long-term seasonal campers. "We tent camped here with 2 other families in the summer of 2019. Everything was clean, staff was friendly and attentive. Pool was clean, they have a great wiffleball park," notes a camper at Woodmore Family Campground and RV Park.
Pest concerns: Depending on the season, insects can be problematic. "Our biggest issue though was the over-abundance of gypsy moth worms. Crawling over everything and the concern of bringing them home with us to infest our trees," warns a Sandy Beach Campground visitor.
Package delivery complications: Some campgrounds have unusual systems for mail. "If you have packages sent to the campground, be ready for some frustration. Apparently, the process for USPS packages are to deliver next door, then 'Vicki' brings them over at some point," explains a Dorset RV Park visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Free activities: Many campgrounds offer complimentary recreation. "The dump station was tight but fine to get into while we were hooked up to our tow car, even though it is on an incline," reports one camper. "We enjoyed our stay. The first site we got was way too small for our tent and they accommodated us and gave us a choice of two others to pick from," notes a visitor to Sandy Beach.
Swimming options: Beaches vary in quality between campgrounds. "The sandy beach is nice but the swimming area is quite weedy," notes a Sandy Beach visitor, while another reports, "Playground is on the beach. They don't allow sparklers so that was a bummer ok the 4th, but still got to see fireworks."
Animal attractions: Some campgrounds feature farm animals. "The camp grounds were family friendly and quiet. They even had rabbits and chickens for the kids to enjoy," shares a visitor to Tree Farm Campground. "Plenty of room, busy on holiday weekends generally very quiet. Wooded and trees between sites," notes another Tree Farm visitor.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: RV parks Munsonville, New Hampshire and surrounding areas often have uneven terrain. "Our site was level but some definitely were not," reports a camper, while another mentions, "The site had very long grass, bare rock and mud. It was not a site we would have wanted to stay on any longer than the one night."
Dump station access: Plan carefully for waste disposal. "The dump station was tight but fine to get into while we were hooked up to our tow car, even though it is on an incline," notes a visitor to Newfound RV Park.
Winter storage options: Some Munsonville area RV parks offer storage. "The campground was large enough to tire out the dogs walking around, staff was friendly, helpful and welcoming," shares a visitor, while another camper at Newfound RV Park notes, "The onsite facilities were clean and well maintained. (For those interested, the laundry is $1.50 for a wash and $1.50 for an hour dry cycle.)"
