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Limited options exist for equestrians seeking campgrounds with horse facilities near Newington, New Hampshire. None of the campgrounds in the immediate area provide dedicated horse corrals or specialized equestrian accommodations. Hidden Valley RV and Golf Park in Derry spans 1300 acres but does not offer horse-specific amenities despite its extensive grounds. Gunstock Campground in Gilford has 250 campsites with spacious layouts that accommodate tents, RVs, and cabins, but lacks dedicated equine facilities. Sites at Gunstock feature full hookups with both 30-amp and 50-amp service for RV campers.
The camping options near Newington that permit pets might allow horses with prior arrangement, though no specific equestrian amenities exist. Ramblewood Cabins and Campground offers spacious sites with views and hospitality that guests consistently rate highly. Gunstock Campground provides access to numerous trails suitable for hiking rather than horseback riding. Some wooded sites at Gunstock are situated near creeks and offer more privacy than the open field RV areas. Campers seeking equestrian facilities may need to venture farther from Newington to find campgrounds with proper horse accommodations such as corrals, stalls, or designated trailer parking. Most regional campgrounds focus primarily on family camping rather than equestrian activities.
"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
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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.
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.
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!
TravelerWe enjoyed this campground! The staff upon arrival was so nice. It was so quiet at night! Got to walk to hike Gunstock. Wished there was a restaurant within walking distance. But not a show stopper. We will be back!
Scout⭐**Gunstock Campground: Apparently Your Reserved Site Is More of a Suggestion**
I don't believe I have**ever** left a negative Google review. I generally think that when something goes wrong, you contact the business, give them an opportunity to make it right, and most businesses are genuinely interested in doing exactly that.
Gunstock Campground has cured me of that quaint notion.
I reserved a full-hookup campsite for two nights. I was unable to make it there the first night, but arrived shortly after 7:00 a.m. the next morning. The camp store, where registration takes place, wasn't open yet, so I headed out for my planned hike— about six miles through the Belknaps, including summiting Rowe twice and Gunstock.
By the time I returned, I was utterly exhausted, starving, and actually feeling weak. My ambitions for the afternoon were modest:**eat something, take a shower, and collapse at the campsite I had paid for.**
The staff at the camp store greeted me warmly, checked me in, and sent me on my way.
I drove to my site. There was already a camper in it. Not merely*parked* there, mind you. They had apparently moved right in. They were hooked up to**my site's water and electric**, with water spraying from their ill-fitting hose connection and forming a rather impressive puddle underneath the camper.
I returned to the camp store to report that someone had apparently activated Gunstock's new**"Choose Any Site You Like"** camping plan. A staff member went down to speak with them and came back to tell me they were "packing up." Excellent! My mistake was assuming" packing up" meant**leaving**. It did not.
Apparently these campers had actually reserved a site**two rows away** that had**no water or electric**. Yet somehow, sometime after arriving the previous night, they had accidentally found themselves two rows over, in my clearly different site, connected to utilities their reservation didn't include.
We've all made mistakes. I've occasionally parked one space away from where I intended. I've never accidentally parked**two rows away, hooked myself up to someone else's electricity and water, and spent the night.**
But perhaps I lack imagination.
After they had now consumed about an hour of my afternoon— which, incidentally, is an hour I normally bill at attorney rates— I went back toward my site expecting to find it finally vacated.
And it was! Because Gunstock had moved these folks to another site**two spaces away from me**, apparently allowing them to pay for the upgrade they had already been test-driving. So the people who knowingly or unknowingly occupied my reserved full-hookup site, used the utilities, and delayed me from getting into the site I paid for were rewarded with...a nearby full-hookup site.
They never walked over to apologize. At that point, I no longer felt comfortable staying. It's difficult to relax at a campground when you've just discovered that site assignments appear to operate somewhat on the honor system— and that when someone helps themselves to your reserved site and utilities, management's solution is apparently to make sure *they* remain comfortably accommodated nearby. So I left. On my way home, I called Gunstock and asked for a refund. Surely, I thought, this would be the easy part. After all, I had paid for two nights, hadn't used the first, couldn't get into my site when I arrived for the second, waited while unauthorized occupants vacated it, and ultimately left because the entire experience had become so unpleasant.
Nope. Instead, the staff member **defended the other campers**. I was told they arrived late and "mistakenly" took my site. I was even told they supposedly **hadn't used the utilities**. This was particularly fascinating information for me to receive because **I PERSONALLY SAW THEM HOOKED UP TO THE WATER AND ELECTRIC.** I also took photographs. Including the enormous puddle underneath their camper from the leaking water connection. But apparently my eyewitness account and photographs were no match for the alternative version of events.
For my inconvenience, however, Gunstock did give me a coupon for a **free Bavarian pretzel**. So there is that.
I paid for a full-hookup campsite. Someone else occupied it and used the hookups. I lost roughly an hour waiting to access what I had reserved. The other campers were accommodated with an upgraded site nearby. I left because I no longer felt comfortable staying. And when I asked Gunstock to make the situation right, they refused to refund me and instead argued with me about things **I had personally witnessed and photographed**. The most disappointing part isn't that another camper took my site. Campers can behave badly. Businesses can't control everything their customers do. **What a business CAN control is how it responds when that happens. ** Gunstock had every opportunity to turn this into a mildly annoying story about a camping mix-up. Instead, they turned it into my first negative Google review.
But hey... **I do have that free pretzel coupon.**
GuideThis campground overall is very nice. The camp store has most everything you could need, and 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. Most of the sites are out in the open though, or very close together. Not so bad if you're camping in trailers or RVs, but if tent camping you won't really have any privacy in those locations. 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. There is a zip line course and a metal "slide" or coaster behind the Breezy Knolls area which can get kind of noisy between the sounds of the gear and the kids screaming. Lol. But it didn't really bother me personally. The wooded area back there is beautiful though so the sites definitely made up for it. Campground has a fenced in dog park, playground, showers, clean bathrooms, and laundry facilities. Would definitely camp here again. I just prefer the wooded/shaded tent sites...which are limited at this place.
LegendFun place! The mountain coaster and chairlift were great for the little ones and the ziplines are epic! They give discounts to campers. We stayed in 255, which was really nice, wooded, and right by the creek. Site 254 next door us easily the best trailer site in the entire place. It is huge and has two levels and tons of creek frontage. These two sites are nestled in a quiet tent area. The grid RV area was not very impressive, but all of the tent sites in the woods were really cool. The open field rv area was really exposed but close to amenities. Our family stayed in the cabins and they are nicely situated for privacy. Rustic and no AC or bathrooms but clean and nice little porch. The pool was nice, two excellent playgrounds, and everything well kept. You get your own keycard for the gate. Epic views from top of mountain!
GuideThis is a ski resort trying to make money in the summer. The campground feels like an afterthought. Facilities were not clean Or modern. There are 2 small bathhouses for 250 sites and they are right next to each other in the middle of the campground. Sometimes only one would be open. We camped in the BW area which is just a field. Other areas have many sites very close together. We left 2 days early.
GuideThis is an awesome campground! Lots to do with a nice pool and lots of land to walk the dogs. Seasonal camping is better here.
Equestrian camping options near Newington, New Hampshire remain limited with few dedicated facilities for horseback riders. The surrounding area offers campgrounds primarily focused on traditional camping rather than specialized equestrian accommodations. Facilities within a 60-mile radius cater mainly to tent campers, RVs, and cabin stays, with horseback riding generally requiring separate arrangements at nearby stables or equestrian centers.
Golf while camping: Hidden Valley RV and Golf Park features a 9 or 18-hole golf course with a pro shop and golf cart rentals. "The main attraction of this campground is the golf course of 9 or 18 holes. There is a pro shop, golf cart rentals, etc," notes Christy C. The 1,300-acre property combines camping and golfing, making it ideal for visitors who enjoy both activities.
Adventure activities: Gunstock Campground provides access to numerous outdoor adventure options beyond standard camping. "They have an aerial obstacle course and a mountain coaster, places to swim, music festivals, hiking, etc," shares Kasey H. The campground offers Segway tours and zip lining adventures that appeal to guests seeking more active experiences.
Hiking trails: Several wooded areas surrounding Gunstock offer hiking opportunities directly from campsites. "I 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," explains Carolyn S. Many trails connect to larger regional networks, allowing for day hikes of varying difficulty.
Private wooded sites: Some campgrounds offer more secluded options tucked into forested areas. "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. from Gunstock Campground. These sites provide more privacy than open-field alternatives.
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention the well-maintained amenities at regional campgrounds. "Campground has a fenced in dog park, playground, showers, clean bathrooms, and laundry facilities," reports Melissa B. The bathhouses and common areas receive regular attention, with hot showers available without additional fees at most locations.
Scenic camping spots: Ramblewood Cabins and Campground provides sites with natural views that campers appreciate. "We have stayed here a few times and really enjoyed sites and hospitality!" shares Anne G. Many campsites feature mountain vistas, creek-side locations, or forest settings that enhance the outdoor experience.
Limited horse facilities: While the region offers various camping options, dedicated equestrian facilities remain scarce near Newington. Campgrounds like Hidden Valley RV and Golf Park do not provide horse corrals or specialized equine accommodations despite extensive grounds. Equestrian campers typically need to arrange separate stabling or travel farther from Newington.
Site conditions vary: Some campsites have challenges that potential visitors should consider before booking. "Unfortunately, I can't give high marks to our campsite. The water and electric were between our site and the next on one side and sewer between our site and the one on the other side. This made it difficult to place our trailer on the slanted site and reach all services," reports Carry M.
Seasonal considerations: Many campgrounds operate seasonally, with limited availability during winter months. "A lot of the campers are seasonal which is May - October each year," mentions Christy C. Advance reservations become especially important during summer and fall when occupancy rates peak.
Adventure amenities: Families appreciate campgrounds with built-in activities for children. "There is a zip line course and a metal 'slide' or coaster behind the Breezy Knolls area which can get kind of noisy between the sounds of the gear and the kids screaming," notes Melissa B. These features provide entertainment without leaving the campground.
Playground access: Several campgrounds include play areas suitable for younger children. "Pool and playground available, camp store, bike & Segway trails," mentions Sara D. from Gunstock Campground. These facilities offer recreational options during downtime between other activities.
Camp store convenience: On-site stores provide essential items that families might need during their stay. "On site general store with grill. Fishing and swimming on property along with a club house," shares Shawn C. These stores typically stock basic groceries, camping supplies, and snacks that prevent unnecessary trips to town.
Hookup placement: RV campers should inquire about utility connection locations when booking. "The water and electric were between our site and the next on one side and sewer between our site and the one on the other side. This made it difficult to place our trailer on the slanted site and reach all services," cautions Carry M. Knowing the layout helps with positioning your rig effectively.
Size considerations: While many campgrounds accommodate larger RVs, site specifications matter. "Very well kept and quiet grounds. The lot I was in was not wooded but still quiet," reports Ryan F. Open field sites typically offer easier access for larger rigs than wooded locations with more obstacles.
Security features: Some campgrounds implement additional security measures that RVers appreciate. "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. These systems help maintain campground security but require keeping track of access cards.
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