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Several campgrounds near Nashua, New Hampshire provide cabin accommodations among their lodging options. Pearl Hill State Park Campground in nearby Townsend, Massachusetts features cabins alongside tent and RV camping sites within a forested setting. The campground operates from mid-May to mid-October with electric hookups, showers, and water available. Spacious Skies Minute Man, located approximately 30 miles from Nashua in Littleton, Massachusetts, offers cabin rentals in addition to standard tent and RV sites. The property features full hookups, clean facilities, and a heated pool.
Cabin availability requires advance planning as these accommodations typically book quickly during peak summer months. Most cabins in the region provide basic amenities including beds and electricity, though amenities vary significantly between properties. A camper wrote about Spacious Skies Minute Man: "The campground itself is beautifully wooded with mature pine trees. However, the sites are packed so tight you can barely maneuver in and out." Many cabins remain accessible in shoulder seasons when tent camping becomes less comfortable due to cooler temperatures. Friendly Beaver Campground in New Boston, New Hampshire and Calef Lake Camping Area in Auburn both offer cabin options with varying levels of amenities.
Cabin camping experiences near Nashua range from rustic to more developed properties. Several visitors noted the advantage of cabins during unpredictable weather patterns common to New England. At Pawtuckaway State Park Campground in Nottingham, New Hampshire, cabins provide proximity to hiking trails and water recreation opportunities. The park operates from May through October with cabin reservations often filling months in advance. Campgrounds closer to urban areas typically offer more amenities but with less privacy between sites. The region includes properties with cabin options suitable for families, couples, or groups seeking camping experiences without requiring personal equipment. Most cabin facilities maintain pet policies that differ from their tent camping regulations.
Best Campgrounds near Nashua (138)
1. Berry's Grove Campground
"We had plans on both sides of the state line, so the location worked really well for our trip."
"We were visiting family around Nashua and needed somewhere to park the RV nearby. Berry’s Grove ended up being a really good fit."
Check Availabilityfrom $1950 / night
2. Spacious Skies Minute Man
"The pool is huge and clean and there is a ton of seating around. The shop has everything you could need. There are horseshoes, can jam, basketball, and bocce. There’s a playground and a rec room."
"Easily accessible by car to shopping, groceries, etc. but no hiking or good walking paths from the campground."
Check Availabilityfrom $44 - $999 / night
3. Lorraine Park Campground — Harold Parker State Forest
"You could be tucked away from everyone or closer together depending on the site you choose but they are all pretty decent in size. All sites have water which is a plus."
"The bathroom was right next to us. Very clean with a sink outside and shower inside. Overall very great campsite. Would definitely go there more often."
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Get a text when availablefrom $17 - $45 / night
4. Field and Stream RV Park
"Great site right next to the water. Sites are clean and well equipped. Coin laundry with nice machine. Nice people."
Check Availabilityfrom $47 - $80 / night
5. Pawtuckaway State Park Campground
"Driving around this past weekend I did notice that some of the sites had damp spots; site 71 was the worst with deep mud on the long approach."
"My first time experiencing a park in the New Hampshire Park system. We went down with a group. Pawtuckaway State Park offers a variety of landscapes, with something to do and see for everyone."
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Get a text when availablefrom $35 - $140 / night
6. Friendly Beaver Campground
"The views outside our camper window is amazing. We’re surrounding be trees and it’s breathtaking when surrounded by freshly fallen snow."
"I prefer trees, but this wont keep us away from trying out RV sites this year."
Check Availabilityfrom $60 - $130 / night
7. Pearl Hill State Park Campground
"We really lucked out with getting one of a few sites left on Memorial Day weekend - after walking the campground, I think we would have chosen the same one again! "
"It was like walking with fur on the bottom of our shoes. The dog also got needles stuck all over and we had to use our COVID alcohol gel to get the glue off. "
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Get a text when availablefrom $17 - $35 / night
8. The Pine Campground
"Small river/ brook rind behind the campground. Some shots have nice sound of river right behind the sites. No pond or pool for swimming."
9. Bear Brook State Park Campground
"Tucked away in what feels like the middle of nowhere New Hampshire is it's largest state park. Bear Brook is full of trails, ponds and a fairly large campground."
"Site 91 is near the entrance, but large and set back from the camp road, so it offers some extra seclusion. It’s across the street from the playground."
Check Availabilityfrom $35 - $45 / night
10. Country Barn Motel & Campground
Drive Time
- 16 min from Manchester, NH
- 44 min from Boston, MA
- 46 min from Worcester, MA
- 1 hr 35 min from Amherst Center, MA
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Recent Reviews near Nashua, NH
736 Reviews of 138 Nashua Campgrounds
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kevinTravelerSpacious 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
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.
Briggs M.
ScoutBerry's Grove Campground
Nice Place To Relax
We were visiting family around Nashua and needed somewhere to park the RV nearby. Berry’s Grove ended up being a really good fit. We could come and go easily and still have a nice place to relax at the end of the day.
- KKurt B.Scout
Hampton Beach State Park Campground
Oceanfront camping at its best—full hookups just steps from the beach. Located in popular Hampton Beach, you'll be close to nightly bandshell concerts and vibrant nightlife. There is a lottery system in place for stays during the summer.
Harvey R.ScoutBerry's Grove Campground
Never Got Old
Waking up with the lake right outside the camper never got old. We would have breakfast, sit by the water for a while and then head out to explore the area.
- SSienna M.Scout
Berry's Grove Campground
Our Dog Loved
Our dog loved it here. We spent alot of time outside and there was enough space around the campground for him to get some exercise too.
Myles T.TravelerSpacious Skies French Pond
Gorgeous pond filled with lily pads!
Guide to Nashua
Cabin camping options exist within an hour's drive of Nashua, New Hampshire, catering to visitors seeking amenities beyond basic tent sites. The region's campgrounds operate primarily from May through October, with some extending into early November. Several properties maintain year-round cabins as alternatives to traditional camping during New Hampshire's variable spring and fall weather patterns.
What to do
Hiking trails: access them from Bear Brook State Park Campground, where numerous trails accommodate different experience levels. "Lots of biking/hiking/walking trails, a nice small pond/beach, boat access, a few basketball courts, a volleyball court and a common huge fire pit added to the fun," notes visitor Migdalia G. The park encompasses 10,000 acres of forest preserve with well-marked paths.
Water activities: explore Pawtuckaway State Park Campground's lake system using rental equipment. "This a a fantastic little camp for if you want to go canoeing or kayaking or boating of any kind! It's set up of three islands and a large majority of the campsites are right on the water," writes Matt R. The park offers boat-in sites and water access across multiple areas.
Historical exploration: use Spacious Skies Minute Man as a base for Revolutionary War sites. "Concord is only 30 minute drive away with two full days of revolutionary historic sites, and famous people home tours such as Louisa May Alcott," reports Ann B., who adds that downtown Concord offers "lots of good coffee spots and restaurants."
What campers like
Privacy between sites: varies significantly at Greenfield State Park Campground. "Very large campground with lots of woods to block you from other campers," notes Erin R. The wooded setting creates natural separation at many sites. Another camper, Ali B., mentions, "Good sized sites with plenty of shade and decent privacy."
Clean facilities: maintained regularly at Pearl Hill State Park Campground. "Bathrooms were clean and well stocked," reports Alan. The campground offers flush toilets and showers. Jean C. adds, "This is a smaller state park campground, with 50 sites, no hookups, but bathrooms offering flush toilets and showers."
Waterfront sites: book early at Pawtuckaway State Park. "The sites on the water book up quickly but they're perfect for fishing and boating. Also, the view!" writes J L. Waterfront locations tend to fill months in advance, particularly for summer weekends. The lake provides swimming and boating access from multiple points within the park.
What you should know
Weekend noise levels: vary between properties. At Greenfield State Park Campground, one visitor noted, "It's a nice clean campground but it's definitely filled with a lot of younger people partying and being loud!" Quiet hours typically run from 10 pm to 7 am at most properties but enforcement varies.
Seasonal restrictions: affect pet policies. At Pawtuckaway State Park Campground, Erin W. discovered: "Tried to plan ahead this year and get a prime site to learn they don't allow dogs anywhere in the campground during summer months." Check current regulations before bringing pets.
Booking windows: open months in advance. Pearl Hill State Park permits reservations through Reserve America. "Reservation through Reserve America was a breeze. Check in till 9:00 pm was convenient," reports Migdalia G. Most parks use similar reservation systems with booking windows opening 4-6 months ahead.
Site conditions: vary with weather. At Pearl Hill, Katie O. found "Our site and others had some difficulty with drainage, as it's been a super wet summer." Sites with elevation tend to drain better during wet periods.
Tips for camping with families
Pool access: available at Friendly Beaver Campground. "This campground was amazing. We went for a weekend and they let us stay later on sunday since it rained all weekend. They have 3 outdoor pools and 1 indoor pool. Lots of activities for the kids," reports Julia B. The indoor pool provides swimming options regardless of weather.
Ranger programs: offered at Bear Brook State Park. "A ranger ran a program to teach about the area fauna which was pretty interesting for kids and adults alike," writes Migdalia G. These educational programs typically run on weekends during peak season.
Animal encounters: available at multiple locations. Friendly Beaver Campground offers a petting area. "They have a few animals the kids can feed. They also have crafts, hayrides and games, playground and other events," notes Kate C. Several properties maintain small animal areas for children.
Bathroom proximity: consider when selecting sites. At Calef Lake Camping Area, Rachel P. found: "We had such a fun time and our dog loves it! The only bad part is we were very far from the bathrooms and tons of mosquitoes." Sites near facilities offer convenience for families with young children.
Tips from RVers
Site sizing: verify dimensions before booking. At Spacious Skies Minute Man, Brittany V. notes: "Site seems level for the most part, made of gravel. Roads are a little interesting to navigate, and definitely aren't the straight lines on their map! Good fire pit and nice facilities."
Hookup options: vary widely between parks. Pearl Hill State Park has limited hookup options, while Calef Lake offers more services. "Sites dispersed, one lane gravel road, 50 amp and 30 amp power available, large number of full time campers," reports Mike H. about Calef Lake.
Navigation challenges: exist at several properties. Jean C. found at Bear Brook that "I was in site 38 and found that the little loop to my campsite was tight to exit (I was towing a 14' teardrop, not a big trailer) and I had to be careful to swing wide at the corner." Larger rigs face similar challenges at wooded campgrounds.
Seasonal sites: dominate some campgrounds. Friendly Beaver Campground maintains many permanent sites. "Mostly seasonal camping," notes Alicia M., which affects the social dynamic at the property.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far are camping areas from downtown Nashua, NH?
How far are camping areas from downtown Nashua, NH?
Most camping options are located within a 30-60 minute drive from downtown Nashua. Bear Brook State Park Campground is about 30 minutes north, offering a convenient weekend getaway in New Hampshire's largest state park. For those willing to drive a bit further, Pawtuckaway State Park Campground is approximately 45 minutes away, featuring wooded sites and water activities. Private campgrounds like Friendly Beaver and Calef Lake Camping Area are within similar driving distances. While Nashua itself doesn't have campgrounds within city limits, these nearby options provide excellent access to outdoor recreation without venturing too far from the city.
What campgrounds are available in Nashua, NH?
What campgrounds are available in Nashua, NH?
While there aren't campgrounds directly in Nashua city limits, several excellent options are available in the surrounding area. Ayers Lake Farm Campground and Cottages offers a peaceful setting on a small New Hampshire pond with beautiful vistas. Woodmore Family Campground and RV Park is another nearby option with friendly owners and clean facilities. For those willing to travel a bit further, Field and Stream RV Park near Brookline accommodates larger rigs, while Roots and Wings Homestead provides a more rustic experience in rural New Hampshire. These campgrounds offer a range of experiences from primitive tent camping to full-service RV sites within reasonable driving distance of Nashua.
What amenities do Nashua area campgrounds offer for weekend trips?
What amenities do Nashua area campgrounds offer for weekend trips?
Campgrounds near Nashua offer diverse amenities perfect for weekend getaways. Beach Rose RV Park features a well-maintained pool setup and quiet atmosphere, ideal for relaxing weekends. Greenfield State Park Campground provides wooded, secluded sites with access to hiking at nearby Mount Monadnock. Many area campgrounds include swimming areas, hiking trails, and boat rentals. Families will appreciate playgrounds, camp stores, and organized activities at locations like Pillsbury State Park. For RVers, several parks offer electric hookups, dump stations, and sites that accommodate larger rigs. Most campgrounds in the region provide fire rings, picnic tables, and access to drinking water, with many featuring shower facilities and flush toilets for added comfort during your weekend stay.
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