North Hampton camping options extend from the Atlantic coast inland to forested areas with elevation ranging from sea level to about 130 feet. Many RV parks remain open from mid-April through mid-October, with overnight temperatures in September dropping to the 40s. Most campgrounds within 15 miles of North Hampton offer a mix of shaded and open sites with varying degrees of privacy.
What to Do
Beach access: Seacoast Camping and RV Resort provides a convenient base for coastal exploration. "Great campground - very clean, very quiet. Not a lot for kids to do," notes Karen, highlighting its appeal for adults seeking a peaceful stay.
Golfing: Hidden Valley RV and Golf Park spans 1,300 acres with a 9 or 18-hole course on-site. "The main attraction of this campground is the golf course of 9 or 18 holes. There is a pro shop, golf cart rentals, etc.," reports one camper, making it a top choice for RV campers who enjoy golfing.
Water activities: Campgrounds with swimming beaches are common in the region. Sandy Beach Campground features "a sandy beach by the water has plenty of room to relax out in the sun as well as launch areas to set out in a paddle boat, canoe or row boat, all available on site."
What Campers Like
Clean facilities: Many North Hampton area campers mention cleanliness as a priority. Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach earns praise for maintenance: "The bathrooms were the cleanest I've seen camping and the staff was incredibly friendly!" writes one visitor.
Family amenities: Wild Acres Sun RV Resort offers extensive recreation options. "It has resort camping with all of the amenities, pool, hot tub, mini golf, adults only area, group fire ring and more," according to Claire T., who visits regularly during fall to enjoy foliage and amenities.
Location convenience: Proximity to beaches ranks high with campers. "It's the closest campground to the beach around. Quick walk to the sand and just a little further to the pier," notes a Wild Acres reviewer, highlighting its location advantage.
What You Should Know
Site layouts: RV parks have varied layouts that impact privacy and maneuverability. At Tuxbury Pond RV Campground, some sites offer more seclusion than others. "We might return to the campground again but hopefully would get the choice of picking a more secluded campsite next time," mentions Sara D.
Seasonal differences: Weekday camping differs significantly from weekend stays at many campgrounds. "We stayed a weekday night and over the weekend and the weekend was crazy busy. A little too much," reports one camper at Wild Acres Sun RV Resort.
Reservation systems: Some campgrounds use third-party booking services that don't provide detailed site information. "You do not get a choice during the online booking to choose the campsite to reserve & the site # is not included in the confirmation email," explains a Tuxbury Pond camper.
Tips for Camping with Families
Entertainment options: Beach Rose RV Park provides recreation within walking distance of Salisbury Beach. "We rode bikes to Salisbury Beach and my young adult son rode his longboard to the beach," shares Ray C., noting the campground's convenient location despite compact sites.
Kid-friendly activities: Many campgrounds run scheduled events for younger visitors. One camper at Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach appreciated the organization: "The staff was friendly, the bathrooms and grounds were very clean, activities were fun, the playground/pool was nice."
Space considerations: Sites at many RV parks near North Hampton are close together. "Not very private or secluded. Public bathrooms. Tons of activities for the kids," notes a camper, highlighting the trade-off between privacy and amenities at family-oriented parks.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: RVers should research site dimensions before booking. "Our site was a gravel back-in which was plenty long and level," reports one Seacoast Camping visitor, while others note tight turns at certain campgrounds.
Navigation challenges: GPS directions can be unreliable when locating campground entrances. "A little tip about GPS: if you're using Apple Maps, it will likely take you to a turn that is not the campground entrance," warns a Tuxbury Pond visitor.
Cell service: Most campgrounds offer decent cellular coverage, but tree coverage affects reception. At Tuxbury Pond, one camper notes: "Forget about cellphone signal, it was 0," highlighting that connectivity varies significantly even within a single campground.
