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Best Tent Camping near Newfields, NH

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Public lands surrounding Newfields, New Hampshire offer several tent camping options within a 30-mile radius. Military Park New Boston Air Force Station Recreation Area provides year-round tent-only camping approximately 25 miles west of Newfields. Lost Boys Hideout, located about 30 miles northwest, features walk-in tent sites with basic amenities including drinking water, fire rings, and toilets. Crown Point Campground in New Hampshire provides tent campsites with more developed facilities, while Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach in Maine (about 28 miles northeast) offers dedicated tent camping areas with full amenities.

Most tent campgrounds near Newfields require reservations, particularly during the peak season from May through October. Sites typically include fire rings and picnic tables, with varying levels of additional amenities. Lost Boys Hideout provides a more primitive tent camping experience with hike-in and walk-in access only, appealing to those seeking seclusion. Viewland Campground offers drive-in tent sites but has received mixed reviews regarding site quality. Tent campers should note that many campgrounds in the region have seasonal operations, with most closing between mid-October and mid-May due to New England weather conditions.

Tent sites at established campgrounds often feature level dirt or gravel pads surrounded by trees for privacy and shade. According to reviews, tent sites at Cape Ann Camp Site are "nice and wooded" with "a lot of space between them," making them more secluded than RV areas. Campers at Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach noted that tent sites along wooded edges (specifically sites 96, P5-P1) offer "full shade and privacy." Highway noise can be an issue for tent campers at some locations, with one visitor reporting that "highway noise nearby is noticeable if tenting." For backcountry tent camping experiences with fewer amenities but greater seclusion, the walk-in sites at Lost Boys Hideout provide a more immersive forest setting while still maintaining access to basic facilities.

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  • Emma N.
    May. 24, 2018

    Greenfield State Park Campground

    Secluded Sites

    The night before hiking Mount Monadnock, my husband and I camped here. Monadnock State Park is about a 25 minute drive from the campground, and provides a beautiful hike. The RV sites at Greenfield State Park were relatively secluded, as it is a very wooded area. We visited very early in the season, so the main tent camping loops were blocked off for maintenance. Our site had a picnic table and a fire ring. We drove by a shower facility and a building with restrooms. The restrooms were still locked for the winter, so there were a few port-a-potties right outside- these were absolutely disgusting. It looked as though they had not been cleaned out all winter. Otherwise, the campground seemed nice! Just don’t forget to bring some bug-spray for those New Hampshire mosquitos!

  • 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.

  • Migdalia G.
    May. 29, 2019

    Lorraine Park Campground — Harold Parker State Forest

    Nice Wooded Campground in Awesome Area

    We stayed at Harold Parker State Forest Campground during Memorial Day Weekend. Reservation through Reserve America was a breeze. Check in till 9:00 pm was convenient. Checkout by 11:00 am but we paid for an additional night to be able to leave at night the day we checked out. Totally worth it!

    Nice large campsites. The sites’ privacy is very diverse. 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. All have a fire pit/box, charcoal bbq and a picnic table. Most of them are drive in. 

    Quiet hours from 10 am to 7 am. No alcohol allowed (although I didn’t see an actual enforcement of this rule and guess it’ll happen only if people act out). Rangers are constantly patrolling. Felt pretty safe at night. You can’t bring wood. Bundles are $5 each and it burns really well. 

    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. A ranger ran a program to teach about the area fauna which was pretty interesting for kids and adults alike. 

    Bathrooms were fairly clean although small and showers were free! Some sites were right in front of a lovely pond and there were many group sites available as well. 

    The location is pretty good. Salem, Andover, Boston Are accesible while staying here. Close proximity to Richardson Ice Cream which you CANT miss if you decide to stay.  They have cheap but amazing ice cream, mini golf and battling cages which was entertaining for my whole crew. 

    It rained a lot during one night of our stay and the site (301) did not flooded at all. All sites seemed in pretty good shape the morning after as well. 

    Beautiful and will recommend to families with small kids, groups and couples too.

  • d
    Aug. 19, 2025

    Cape Ann Camp Site

    25 cents for a shower

    The aerial photos of this place are very deceiving. This camp ground is the foreground of the main house which, is situated on the top of the hill. The sites are all dirt. There is no concrete pads. There is no WIFI. There is no sewer hook up however, near the street there is a "dump station."  The camp ground is run down and unmaintained. Our site had a fire ring which, was filled with ash. Our first night we woke up to a trailer filled with smoke because, someone near by had a fire in 92 degree heat. Most campers are full time residents. There is no sight of them during the day light hours but, at night they are up and about on bikes and mingling with each other. 

    25 cents per 5 minute hot shower is offered in the public restroom. Some shady people immediate started to hover near the public restroom once we drove up the hill to use the public restrooms. For $70/nite for a view it's not worth it. I was glad to leave- very creepy.

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 28, 2023

    Greenfield State Park Campground

    Loved it here

    We stayed here for a night in mid October, as they were getting ready to close for the season, so more than half of the campground was closed off. But the part that we did see was awesome. Each site was huge, separated from its neighbor, private, mostly flat, and beautiful. No hookups in the campground, and sites are hit or miss with tree coverage, some sites may have enough opening for solar or starlink, but I wouldn’t count on it. 

    There are hiking trails throughout the campground, but our dog got covered in ticks so watch for that. There are water spigots throughout the campground and a dump station. Showers were free and nice and clean, and you can control the temperature and let the water run (no button to push). 

    The dump truck driver was there picking up garbage and I asked him about recycling and he said they have their own transfer station where the waste is sorted, so all recycling and garbage goes into the dumpster. 

    We paid $23 for a site because it was primitive season, but I think normally it’s $25. No other taxes or fees were charged. There’s a little store in the ranger office with basic supplies and gifts, ice cream, fire starters, ice, etc. There’s also a little free library exchange behind the office. And to top it off, we had cell service here. Great stay, highly recommend! Beware of ticks!

  • Jessica N.
    Sep. 13, 2021

    Greenfield State Park Campground

    Great Park, big sites

    Stayed for a weekend (1 night). Easy access to a bathroom (which was very clean). Quiet neighbors, everyone around us observed the quiet hours (10p-7a) and even during the day no one was super loud. Very respectful drivers made biking feel fun and safe for kids. Campers beach was lovely. Sure the water was a little weedy, but we didn’t mind. The lake is a great spot for kayaking (although it is a little bit of a walk from the parking lot with a heavy boat) and the sunset on the lake definitely didn’t disappoint. Nice partially shaded and level site with good access for backing in our small trailer. Playground, camp store, convenient check-in at office, firewood available for $6, lots of trails and fairly level for easy biking. State park camping (no hookups) but there’s a dump station near the exit and water spigots dispersed around the campsites. Absolutely would go again.

  • Jean C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 15, 2021

    Tidewater Campground

    Large campground near, but not on the beach

    First of all, the location is a little quirky and I think I only arrived once without a wrong turn! Watch the GPS carefully. That said, it’s very close to Hampton Beach and you can easily drive or bike over. The campground is parallel to US1, so there is some road traffic noise. Some of the tent sites overlook the marsh. The tent sites are definitely tighter than trailer sites. Some sites back up to each other and it takes a moment to understand where one ends and the next begins. 

    I was here early in the season and placed in a seasonal site with water/electric. Site was level. Neighbors were friendly. The bathroom was a short walk away and spotless. I did notice that in the tent areas, the main bathrooms are supplemented with portable toilets. Sites are mostly wooded, which will offer nice relief from the heat. It's a nice base for exploring the area.

    There’s a gated entry and turtle-speed limit that they take seriously. The pool was not yet open. There’s a small store onsite for ice and essentials. All the big box stores and a number of restaurants are nearby. For a change of pace from seafood, I picked up Shane's Texas Pit BBQ and brought it back to my site. 

    You may request a reservation online, but you have to confirm and pay for it via the phone. You’ll need to arrive before 9pm to check in. Bring $10 for a cash deposit on the gate card. Only 1 vehicle and 1 camping unit (tent or trailer) allowed on a site.

    Downside: They charge for showers, the amount and duration is unclear and the duration varies depending on which shower you choose! Given the rates they charge, this seems petty.

  • Meg T.
    Jul. 30, 2025

    Salisbury Beach State Reservation

    Seagulls hungry for Egg Rolls and sunsets galore!

    Stayed here with my partner for her birthday while we were up in the Plum Island/Rockport area. Beautiful ocean access and great facilities. We stayed in a site right next to a large bathhouse with showers, plentiful stalls, and water bottle fill-up and rinse off station. We were situated next to a kind family who lent us fire starter and offered us some of their snacks they were making when we arrived, while we were setting up we did lose some egg rolls to a hungry seagull but I think he needed them more than we did. Not very private and sites are packed close together, but that is what I expected based off the map! I would absolutely return again, this time to check out the beach and surrounding area!

  • Sable W.
    May. 16, 2018

    Lorraine Park Campground — Harold Parker State Forest

    Spacious, Quiet, Clean and Conveniently Located

    Five friends and I decided to compete in Questival, which came to Boston for May 11-12, 2018. There aren't many campgrounds open in Massachusetts this early in the season, but Harold Parker State Forest was! I snagged a group campsite since we'd have four tents. We had to set up after dark, so we wound up congregating in one corner of the group site. When we woke up we could see just how HUGE the group site was! We had 4 two-person tents; you could easily fit 3x that number of tents. PLENTY of flat ground to set up on, and we were far enough back from the road that we never heard or saw other campers arriving, even though we know most other Questival competitors stayed at this campground. It was about a 5 minute walk to the bathrooms and showers, and potable water was available right on the site. Even though it was early in the season and not very leafy, we could only occasionally see our neighbors' headlamps. There were 4 or 5 fire pits, 5 large picnic tables, and 3 driveways that could fit two cars each. Great value for the cost! We were pleased with the privacy, space, cleanliness, and amenities.

Guide to Newfields

Tent camping near Newfields, New Hampshire offers multiple options within 30 miles despite the town's coastal lowland location at just 46 feet above sea level. The camping season typically runs May through mid-October, with average summer temperatures ranging 75-85°F during the day and 55-65°F at night. Fall campers can expect cooler nights dropping into the 40s by October.

What to do

Beachfront relaxation: Cape Ann Camp Site in Gloucester provides a convenient base for ocean activities. "We had a great time camping and going to the beach. The camp ground is full of beautiful boulders and fire pits," reports Dan, who enjoyed the proximity to coastal attractions.

Wildlife observation: Visit the Camp Nihan Education Center adjacent to Breakheart Reservation. Michael V. notes this combination offers "a great shallow pond with life guard on duty as well as bike trails and a range of different hikes," making it ideal for nature enthusiasts.

Local exploration: Use Newfields as a starting point for exploring coastal Maine. At Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach, you can take advantage of their shuttle service. "This campground is close to Portland, Kennebunkport, Wells, and Biddeford and a little farther will have you in Ogunquit," according to Nancy W., highlighting the regional access.

What campers like

Secluded wooded sites: Tent campers appreciate the privacy found at many campgrounds. At Cape Ann Camp Site, Lajaun C. found "the sites are nice and wooded. All size RVs and tents are welcome." Della S. adds that "the campground is clean and quiet with beautiful tent sites. The RV sites are not as secluded as the tent sites."

Access to recreation: Facilities with multiple activity options rate highly. "If you have young kids this place is so fun! Multiple pools, a water slide, high ropes, a jump pad, mini golf and more!!!" says Samantha N. about Salmon Falls River RV Resort, where summer activities abound.

Clean facilities: Many campers highlight well-maintained bathrooms and showers. At Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach, Erin M. noted "the bathrooms and grounds were very clean," while Brittany M. found "the bathrooms were the cleanest I've seen camping."

What you should know

Site conditions vary: Ground surfaces differ between campgrounds. Cape Ann Camp Site features dirt sites which may be "perfectly level" according to Cristina P., while other locations have more rugged terrain.

Off-season benefits: Camping outside peak summer months offers advantages. Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach allows dogs on the beach during shoulder seasons but not summer, according to Nancy W.

Reservation requirements: Especially for weekend camping, reserve well ahead. The Lost Boys Hideout has recently upgraded with "nice new tents provided at Sleepy Hollow site" and "improvements to the firepit, area all mulched," reports Steve K., making it increasingly popular.

Tips for camping with families

Check for kid-friendly amenities: Look for campgrounds with dedicated children's activities. Erin M. found at Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach that "activities were fun, the playground/pool was nice."

Consider walk-in site difficulty: Evaluate hiking distance for children carrying gear. Camp Nihan offers a good balance as "the group site is super close to parking and yet the terrain is rugged enough that it always felt like we were really in the woods," notes Michael V.

Research nearby attractions: Plan day trips to complement camping. Jill P. appreciated that a "trolley will pick you up from the campground and take you to Old Orchard Beach" and enjoyed "outdoor movies" as evening entertainment.

Tips from RVers

Site spacing considerations: RV campers should ask about site proximity. At Huttopia Southern Maine, A.C. appreciated that "grounds are manicured and aimed to be family friendly," indicating good site maintenance.

Electrical and water hookups: Check for specific amenities. Ben E. at Cape Ann Camp Site noted "We paid $60 a night for a 30 amp spot with water," providing a price point reference for hookup sites.

Seasonal availability: Most RV campgrounds close mid-October through mid-May. Aaron G. mentions Salmon Falls River RV Resort offers "campsites are level and site is fairly easy to maneuver with bigger rigs," but confirms their seasonal operation.

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