Best Glamping near New Boston, NH

Friendly Beaver Campground and Cold Springs Camp Resort provide luxury glamping options within a short drive of New Boston, New Hampshire. Both destinations house upscale accommodations designed to blend comfort with nature, featuring electricity, comfortable bedding, climate control systems, and private outdoor spaces. Friendly Beaver stands out with its four swimming pools, including an indoor option for rainy days, while Cold Springs boasts an impressive seven pools including adult-only areas and hot tubs. The sites offer varying levels of privacy, with some nestled among trees and others in more open settings with scenic views. Glamping units typically include raised platforms, quality furnishings, and proximity to clean shower facilities. A recent visitor noted, "The views outside our window are amazing. We're surrounded by trees and it's breathtaking when surrounded by freshly fallen snow."

The safari tent and canvas accommodations at these glamping resorts provide year-round enjoyment with seasonal activities tailored to each New Hampshire season. Cold Springs Camp Resort's Halloween weekend events in August feature what one guest called an "incredible haunted house for a campground." Both locations maintain meticulously landscaped grounds with easy access to hiking trails and water activities. Friendly Beaver offers additional family-friendly amenities including a petting zoo where guests can interact with goats and horses. The well-stocked general stores provide essentials and local products, while planned activities like hayrides and crafts sessions occur regularly. According to a camper, "They have 3 outdoor pools, plus an indoor pool for rainy or chilly days. They also have crafts, hayrides and games, playground and other events." Most glamping accommodations are available from May through October, with some premium units offering extended seasonal availability.

Best Glamping Sites Near New Boston, New Hampshire (39)

    1. Friendly Beaver Campground

    13 Reviews
    New Boston, NH
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (603) 487-5570

    $60 - $130 / night

    "Clean, well maintained, private bathrooms/showers. Store is best I have ever seen. Well stocked with everything you could need. Stayed in cabin and tented, as well."

    "The views outside our camper window is amazing. We’re surrounding be trees and it’s breathtaking when surrounded by freshly fallen snow."

    2. Autumn Hills Campground

    9 Reviews
    Goffstown, NH
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 529-2425

    $45 - $60 / night

    "Campground is peaceful and quiet; the lake is within close proximity to most sites; I wouldn’t say it’s the best place for swimming but overall a great place to launch a kayak or canoe and paddle about"

    "It’s remotely located and the amenities and activities are amazing, something for everyone!"

    3. Cold Springs Camp Resort

    6 Reviews
    Weare, NH
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 529-2528

    $69 - $130 / night

    "Beautiful, extremely clean bathrooms, reasonably priced little cafe, big camp store, very friendly staff, 4 outdoor pools & pretty big campground that has a gated entry/exit that needs a key card pass"

    4. Bear Brook State Park Campground

    28 Reviews
    Candia, NH
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 485-9869

    $35 - $45 / night

    "It has kayak rentals and a very well stocked camp store, that was close to the camp sites. Our campsite was only about a hundred feet away from the camp store but still felt private."

    "Located in a 10000 acre forest preserve, the campground is heavily forested and very secluded from civilization. "

    5. Pawtuckaway State Park Campground

    44 Reviews
    Raymond, NH
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 895-3031

    $35 - $140 / night

    "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."

    "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."

    6. Oxbow Campground

    4 Reviews
    Hillsborough, NH
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 464-5952

    $30 - $45 / night

    "Clean, WiFi available, a pond for swimming, playground, free paddle boats :), a recreational hall with a pool table & video games, laundromat. They have lots of fun family activities!"

    "Staff are amazing, super nice people. There is only maybe 8 tent sites? They have 2 cabins to rent. And the rest is rvs. The bathrooms are the cleanest campground bathrooms I've ever been to."

    7. Keyser Pond Campground

    5 Reviews
    Henniker, NH
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 428-7741

    "Office staff was friendly and professional and helpful. 

    Keyser Pond is in the Passport America program, and we paid $25 for a FHU site with that discount, so double that for normal rates."

    8. Sandy Beach Campground

    6 Reviews
    Contoocook, NH
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "really loved the weekend we spent there lots to do clean bathrooms and the store on site was so convenient definitely would go back."

    "Staff is pleasant and helpful. Quiet during the weekdays, picks up over weekends but not to overbearing."

    9. Calef Lake Camping Area

    7 Reviews
    Auburn, NH
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 483-8282

    $20 - $40 / night

    "Friendly, helpful staff. Quiet nights, easy check-in. Cons: Bathhouse was closed so we had to use Porta potties."

    "Located in Alton, this quiet family owned campground is a favorite among our group! Lake access 24/7 and secluded campsites, perfect for everyone!"

    10. The Pine Campground

    7 Reviews
    Ashby, MA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 386-7702

    "Not busy and a pretty nice staff , bath rooms and shower house need some cleaning But overall a great place to stay"

    "Its a very cozy smaller campground with extremely friendly staff.   Usually the owner who does the rounds at night.   Very lenient with fires.   Dog friendly.   "

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Glamping Reviews near New Boston, NH

266 Reviews of 39 New Boston Campgrounds


  • M.A.D. P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 1, 2023

    Pawtuckaway State Park Campground

    Large and friendly park with plenty of water activity opportunities

    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. The park includes a large family beach on the lake. There are many opportunities for hiking, with trails leading to many special points of interest, including a mountaintop fire tower; an extensive marsh where beavers, deer, and great blue herons may be seen.

    The park lines the shore of beautiful Pawtuckaway Lake.  The 192 sites are wooded and many provide views of the lake.  Each campsite has an open fire ring, picnic table, flat areas for a tent, and a parking space. The bathhouses are equipped with running water, flush toilets, and 24 hour showers.  There are no hook-ups at any of the campsites. The park also has a camp store where canoe and kayaks are available, as well as a plublic canoe and kayak launch. Five cabins are available; each sleeps six people, has electricity, and includes a fire ring and picnic table. Pets are not allowed in the campground or beach area of the park.

  • Cyndi B.
    Jun. 28, 2021

    Ellacoya State Park Campground

    basic but decent RV Park

    PROs: Small and typically quiet (always depends on the neighbors you get) Right on the lake with great views of the mountains Easy access to the adjoining state park beach Always a nice breeze Full hookups (W,E,S) at each site Sites are level and mostly grassy Sites are more spacious than some RV campgrounds we’ve been at

    CONs: Do not have fire rings/grills at sites, although some are available at the waterfront area No Pets allowed Little to no shade No privacy between sites, very open. Showers are currently not in service

  • Sara D.
    Sep. 9, 2020

    Oxbow Campground

    Great campground!

    Wonderful sites that are spacious! Clean, WiFi available, a pond for swimming, playground, free paddle boats :), a recreational hall with a pool table & video games, laundromat. They have lots of fun family activities! We stayed with our parents in their camper for a couple nights and had such a positive experience there! They have 3 separate ponds-one for fishing, one for boating & the larger one is for swimming. Plenty of bathrooms throughout campground and sites are not expensive to reserve. Clean & up-to-date bathrooms with hot showers. Family-oriented with friendly staff. We will be returning, for sure!

  • Cassie G.
    Aug. 12, 2025

    Winding River Campground

    Fun laid back place. This campground has a lot of potential. Some info on their website and Facebook isn’t accurate.

    I would like to share my experience this past weekend at Winding River in Exeter NH. My family of 3 Stayed at tent site 523 in the Oak area. We also had family at 553 and 554 and Cabin 2.

    About site 523: I clearly had one of the largest and most private tent sites. It was set back with a long driveway tucked between 522 and 524. It’s a very steep drop into the river making most sites a little nerve wracking with a little one. Online it said water available nearby. Most sites had a hookup but there wasn’t a one on my site. It looked like there may have been one to share on the road, but I didn’t end up needing to figure that out.

    Tent sites 522 and 524: Along with most of the tent sites these sites were very close to each other, much smaller and closer to the road. I wished my family members had gotten 552 and 553 as they blended together nicely if you are tenting in side by side spaces. The ground was very rocky making staking tents down difficult. They were right next to the bathroom which was convenient but loud. Ventilation in the bathroom was not good so the doors were propped open much of the time and loud hand dryers.

    Shower:

    • This is the smaller of the two bathrooms in the campground. There are 2 showers there. Each with a single insufficient curtain and no hooks on the wall or bench to place things down. Water was hot enough, pressure was ok if you set it to the high power massage-like setting.
    • The showers in other bathroom (near the town center area) had a door and two curtains. Some had hooks (some of which were broken). I almost tripped going in and out of these bathroom stalls because they are raised up but there is no marking on the ground to indicate that.

    Cabin 2: Ac worked well. There was a good sized bed downstairs, smaller beds in two lofts. I was surprised the couch didn’t pull out. Fridge and all dishes were nice and clean. All the cabins seem to have different back porch setups. This porch was smaller than C1. There was a propane grill that smelled rancid with sooo much caked on The burners. The location of the ceiling fan under the other lights in the ceiling gave them a flashing effect that really bothered me.

    Pros:

    • Lower price compared to other campgrounds (but I don’t feel like I got everything advertised on the website)
    • Two playgrounds, both were nice.
    • Water slide was fun
    • We arrived Thursday at the gate and were told how to get to our site, to set up and then come over to the office which was nice.

    Cons:

    • The river is very low and yucky so none of the boating or fishing advertised was possible. likely causing the massive amount of mosquitos.
    • The whole arcade building was was “out of order”
    • The laundry room had two washers (one was broken) and two dryers 2.50 each per load. Not sufficient for a campground this size (especially when people leave their clothes in the machine for 30 mins after they’re done!)
    • Camp store was poorly stocked (multiple empty coolers).
    • Ice $3 per SMALL bag.
    • Wood $10 per bundle and rules say you can’t bring from off-site. I saw people with huge metal bins of wood but was never offered that option when I payed for multiple bundles.
    • Camp store closes at 3 on Sunday and doesn’t open until 11 am during the week (which is also checkout). This made it a little confusing when I wanted to return the golf cart. They have a small area with icecream that is scooped and maybe a kitchen. I never saw it open but I think the sign said open morning to 12 and then again in the evening.
    • The pool was green and cloudy on day 3. I called the office and was told they had just shocked it and that was a result of the copper. I am not informed enough on pool safety so I opted out of swimming on the hottest day of our stay. My son was bummed.
    • Planned activities were only scheduled for Friday and Saturday, when online mentions “daily”. During adult kareoke there were plenty of kids and really poor wifi (wasting so much time between songs).

    And just to add:

    • Staff I encountered was friendly enough, but It would be nice if they wore shirts to identify themselves.
    • Golf cart was great, but cost more than the site per night.
    • Pedal go-carts were available for rent (I didn’t ask a price).
  • Jen
    Jul. 17, 2021

    Autumn Hills Campground

    Family campground

    Pros- very clean, bathrooms kept up with regularly. Staff is very nice. They offer boat rentals, canoes, paddle boats and kayaks. Store on site and they do activities during the week. Definitely more kids friendly I think. They do have a pool, park, dog park, lake and food trucks visits at times. They have community fires and dances. Pet friendly. Wood available on site.

    Cons- loud cars going all night, some lights in your face. Some people tend to fly down the road on golf carts. You can also hear the main road from the open style campsite. No privacy. People will walk threw your tent site. They will talk during the night while doing this, smoking seems to be allowed at pool. No fires between 9am-5pm.

    Overall we had a good time.

  • K
    Aug. 2, 2021

    Great Meadow Campground

    Very friendly place

    Everyone is so friendly, they have bathhouses with toilets, showers and laundry facilities. An in-ground pool with a great shallow area for the littles. A pond to fish or kayak or canoe or boat. A pavilion where they hold events or host dj’s etc. on the weekend. And dumpsters on site. Electric (30 and 50amp), water, satellite and cable hookups as well as tank dump hookups at each site. 6 months is only 2300$ + elec. 🤯 open in the winter for $400/mo. + elec.

  • Gail W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 19, 2021

    Hanscom AFB FamCamp

    Clean, quite and inexpensive, what's not to like!

    Staying at #20 tent sight and loving it. No water on this site but there is electricity. Several options for bathrooms and all have hot running water.

  • Rhonda B.
    Aug. 4, 2018

    Calef Lake Camping Area

    Small but quaint campground

    Small campground but we had fun here. Small lake to swim in and a small playground. They had a beach dance which was really fun. We met some really nice people. The staff were really nice, very courteous and helpful. Quiet hours were actually quiet! Which doesn't happen everywhere.

  • Brandon C.
    Jul. 9, 2021

    Friendly Beaver Campground

    Would not come again

    (As a Tent Camper)

    Let me start this off with there are not many campgrounds I would rate this low. There are a lot of little detractors that add up quickly. 

    First, one of the pros, we enjoyed their small but nice petting zoo of a few goats and a horse. Their general store was adequate.

    Now some of the cons we encountered. 

    The other campers were very loud and ruckus, especially in the safari field with the RVs.

    The campsites have VERY little to no privacy, we had to hang up tarps in between us and our neighbor or else we would practically be looking straight at each other if we both had a camp fire at the same time. 

    Something I've never encountered before, but our fire pit was not the typical tire ring, it was some other type of ring I've never seen before. It was almost as if it was designed to not allow any air flow for the fire. We thought we were going crazy until our neighbors were having an issue too and had to plug in a hair dryer and every 5 minutes turn it on to keep the fire from going out. And our wood was pretty dry too. 

    The pools were very lack luster, they are quite small for the amount of guests in the campground. They get crowded way too fast, we had probably a 2 ft bubble around us in the pool and could not move around at all if we wanted too. The kiddie pool which is 2 ft deep was a waste, it is too big with very little amount of kids who actually use it. 

    It was the first time we thought we had actually wasted a weekend camping. Would not return.


Guide to New Boston

The New Boston area sits at elevations ranging from 400-500 feet with a humid continental climate that brings warm summers and cold, snowy winters. Nearby campgrounds typically open from May through October, with some offering extended seasonal availability. Water access is common at many sites, with several featuring multiple ponds or lakes for recreation.

What to do

Fishing access: Bear Brook State Park offers wheelchair accessible docks specifically designed for fishing, plus two separate archery ranges for those interested in target practice. As one visitor notes, "The park was easy to get to, only about half an hour from Manchester. It has kayak rentals and a very well stocked camp store, that was close to the camp sites."

Kayaking and canoeing: At Autumn Hills Campground, the lake provides excellent paddling opportunities with boat rentals available on-site. "They offer boat rentals, canoes, paddle boats and kayaks. Store on site and they do activities during the week," reports a camper who visited with family.

Mountain biking: The extensive trail network at Bear Brook State Park Campground draws cyclists even in late fall. "The biking trails were a blast. We'll definitely be back again," shares one reviewer who specifically visited for the mountain biking opportunities.

Swimming options: Pawtuckaway State Park features multiple swimming areas, including lakefront sites for direct water access. A visitor mentioned, "If possible, reserve those to ensure the best spots (the sunrise!), but all of the campground sites are nice."

What campers like

Multiple swimming areas: Cold Springs Camp Resort offers seven pools catering to different preferences. "Great campground. The pools are amazing. Kid pools. Adult pools! Adult hot tub," explains one camper, highlighting the varied swimming options available.

Petting zoo experiences: Small animal interactions at Friendly Beaver Campground provide entertainment for younger campers. One visitor shared, "We enjoyed their small but nice petting zoo of a few goats and a horse. Their general store was adequate."

Clean facilities: Oxbow Campground maintains excellent bathrooms and grounds. "Tom takes great care to keep the grounds and the bathrooms/showers very clean. It is obvious he takes pride in ownership," notes a recent visitor, highlighting the maintenance standards.

Lake and pond access: Many campsites at Calef Lake Camping Area back up to water features. A reviewer observed, "Campsite was on a little creek. Friendly, helpful staff. Quiet nights, easy check-in. They do have a pool, park, dog park, lake and food trucks visits at times."

What you should know

Site privacy varies: At Autumn Hills Campground, some sites offer more seclusion than others. "Situated primarily on a hillside, some of the sites are tricky to navigate with a camper, but it also minimizes the amount of neighbors you have if you are looking to have some quiet time," explains one visitor.

Seasonal population: Many campgrounds near New Boston have numerous long-term seasonal residents. At Friendly Beaver, a reviewer observed, "Mostly seasonal sites. Lots of golf carts and drunks (if that's your thing, cool). Facilities were nice and clean."

Weekend activity levels: Campgrounds often become busier on weekends with more organized activities. At Sandy Beach Campground, a visitor noted, "Quiet during the weekdays, picks up over weekends but not to overbearing."

Reservation timing: For premium sites, especially waterfront locations, early booking is essential. "The sites on the water book up quickly but they're perfect for fishing and boating. Also, the view!" advises a Pawtuckaway State Park camper.

Tips for camping with families

Playground proximity: When booking at The Pine Campground, consider how close you want to be to play areas. "We picked a site down the road from the playground, if you have kids you may want to be closer," suggests one family who camped there.

Specialized pool areas: Pawtuckaway State Park Campground offers both beach swimming and designated swimming zones. "There is a nice stretch of sandy beach at the campground as well as canoes and kayaks for rent," notes a visitor, highlighting options for water play.

Free paddle boats: Oxbow Campground includes complimentary paddle boat use with your stay. A family camper shared, "They have 3 separate ponds-one for fishing, one for boating & the larger one is for swimming. Free paddle boats :), a recreational hall with a pool table & video games."

Halloween events: Several campgrounds run Halloween-themed weekends during summer months. Cold Springs Camp Resort features what one camper called "halloween weekend in August and their haunted house was incredible for a campground!"

Tips from RVers

Site selection: At Keyser Pond Campground, full hookup sites vary in privacy and location. "We poked around the whole campground and found a couple other sites that were a little more spaced out. We will definitely give it another shot next summer," advises an RV camper who initially had site spacing concerns.

Rental options: For those wanting glamping in New Boston, New Hampshire without bringing an RV, several parks offer cabin rentals. At Oxbow Campground, "They have 2 cabins to rent. And the rest is RVs," reports a visitor who explored various accommodation options.

Hookup configurations: Some sites require extended hose connections. A first-time RVer at Autumn Hills noted, "We stayed at site 14 needed a very long sewer hose. The staff was very nice. When I made the reservation, I informed that it was the first time for us in an RV."

Navigation challenges: Narrow campground roads can make maneuvering large rigs difficult. A camper at Cold Springs observed, "Nicely landscaped although the roads are very narrow. Made it hard to back in our spot."

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near New Boston, NH is Friendly Beaver Campground with a 3.4-star rating from 13 reviews.

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