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Pillsbury State Park Campground maintains pet-friendly campsites for dog owners looking to explore New Hampshire's outdoor areas. The park offers a more primitive camping experience with tent and RV sites where pets are allowed, though facilities are basic with only pit toilets available. Campers particularly appreciate the waterfront sites along May Pond where dogs can splash in the water while their owners enjoy fishing or paddling. The small, rustic campground provides a peaceful setting for both pets and their owners with spacious sites that easily accommodate multiple tents and vehicles. Most campsites are accessible by car with parking available, while a few remote sites require a short walk or boat access. Reviews indicate the campground remains clean despite its primitive nature, creating an environment where both dogs and their owners can enjoy nature without crowded conditions.
Dogs are welcome throughout the hiking trails connecting to the Monadnock-Sunapee Greenway, a 51-mile trail system perfect for day hikes with energetic pets. Kayaking with dogs is a popular activity as the park's multiple ponds provide calm waters ideal for pets comfortable around water, though leeches in the lake have been reported. Nearby Sandy Beach Campground and Crow's Nest Campground also accommodate pets with more amenities including full hookups, showers, and trash facilities not available at Pillsbury. Campers with pets should bring adequate water supplies as drinking water access is limited to a few wells scattered throughout the campground. The park's heavily wooded setting offers shade for pets during summer months, while the diverse habitats make wildlife encounters possible, requiring pets to be properly leashed and supervised. Cell reception is limited in most areas, which pet owners should consider when planning for emergency veterinary access.
"Many campsites are on the lake. None are very far from the lake. There are also a few 'remote' campsites that are not accessable by car. They are accessable by a sort walk or boat. "
"Pillsbury resides in a very pretty spot nestled around a lake. There are campsites that are car accesable and remote campsites only accessable by boat. Canoe rentals are available at the park."
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Check Availability"Campground is nice, clean, has a pond, playground, pool, Canoeing, sites are decent size, entertainment on some nights offered in pavilion, friendly staff, pet friendly & quiet nights."
"I had a view of the beautiful pond, which is really a lake, and wished I had more time to rent a kayak. The bathrooms were clean and easy to access, since I do not have sewer in my small pop-up."
from $24 - $189 / night
Check Availability"We had a spacious site w/water and electric next to the Sugar River. We enjoyed our time here and will definitely go back."
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Check Availability"Dogs must be kept on leashes for safety. Owners live right there within the park.and take pride in their facility.
A nice family owned and run park promoting peacefulness."
"We stayed with our parents in their camper for a couple nights and had such a positive experience there!"
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Check Availability"Close to the Sugar River Rail trail for biking. Definitely not a wilderness experience, but pleasant."
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GuideAdorable little camp! In New Hampshire; Vermont is across the river on the north side of the property. Nice bathroom, showers, laundry room, library. Spacious lots with tables and fire rings. Some long time campers are set up.
RangerThis place is pretty awesome. They have an ice cream shop attached to their office/store, mini golf just outside of it too. There is an amphitheater for concerts and shows throughout the summer. RV Spots, tent camping spots, a dog park, badminton, basketball, horseshoe, shuffleboard, the works. The bathrooms are beautifully redone and clean. The laundry room is pretty good too. Its close to Brattleboro and Putney and just across the border to New Hampshire. I'd most definitely stay again when I'm in the area. The other guest were very nice and we could also have packages delivered.
ScoutThe grounds are well maintained with flowers planted everywhere. Staff is extra friendly. Bathrooms and showers could use updating but were spotless. Very pet friendly with dog park, agility equipment, dog pond and dog wash.
ScoutPros- 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.
ScoutYogi’s Jellystone Park– Milton, New Hampshire: Seasonal Camper Review I have been camping at Yogi’s Jellystone Park in Milton for five years, including the last two as a seasonal camper. Unfortunately, my recent experiences under new management have been disappointing and frustrating. Pet Fence Policy and Safety Concerns At the start of this season, the new general manager, Amanda, instructed me to remove my pet fence, citing liability issues. Despite my having signed a waiver absolving the park of responsibility for my dog’s actions, she insisted on its removal without providing a clear explanation. I complied reluctantly, only to observe many other campsites retaining similar pet fences throughout the season, including one seasonal camper who kept theirs up all season and transient sites with fences as well. This inconsistent enforcement of rules is unfair and undermines trust. After seeing others with pet fences, I reinstated mine to protect my dog, especially after two incidents where loose dogs entered my site and charged at my dog. Amanda then threatened me with non-renewal of my seasonal contract if I did not remove the fence again, forcing me to comply once more. I wrote to corporate regarding this issue since Amanda was of no help but never heard back from corporate. Loss of Seasonal Site and Corporate Decisions Yogi’s removed nine seasonal sites this year, including mine, with little warning. This decision affects long-term campers, some with over 20 years of history at the park. It appears motivated by corporate interests, favoring transient sites or cabins, which generate more revenue. The loss of a seasonal site after investing time, effort, and money into making it beautiful is deeply disheartening and reflects poor management priorities. Entertainment and Atmosphere Adult entertainment offerings have drastically declined. This year’s highlight was a 30-minute Saturday night hayride, with no live bands in the pavilion throughout the entire season. Under previous management, live music was a regular and enjoyable feature. The lack of engaging activities diminishes the overall campground experience. Myself and other campers offered suggestions to management regarding entertainment for adults but they didn't take any of our suggestions. Bear Interaction Despite the park’s theme, sightings of Yogi Bear are rare. On one occasion, a golf cart carrying excited children stopped to see Yogi Bear, but the character ignored them and drove past without interaction, which was very disappointing. Management and Staff Attitude Amanda, the general manager, presents as unapproachable and aloof. She did not introduce herself to seasonal campers at the beginning of the season, many of whom do not even know what she looks like and the camping season ends in just a couple of weeks. Most staff members also exhibit a snobbish attitude, often failing to acknowledge campers, which creates an unwelcoming environment. Cost and Recommendation The campground is overpriced relative to the quality of experience and level of service provided. Given the inconsistent rule enforcement, loss of seasonal sites, diminished entertainment, and poor management attitude, I cannot recommend Yogi’s Jellystone Park in Milton NH Those interested in a Yogis campground should consider other locations.
GuideTucked 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. This extremely family-friendly campground comes equip with trails, play structures, camp store, beach, and even a small baseball diamond. The sites are fairly large and if you need some privacy, reserve site 12. There is a great trail that is around Beaver Pond, roughly 2-3 miles with plenty of opportunities for dogs to swim, yeah for dog friendly! This campground is beautiful, quiet in places and has everything you need for a great weekend away!
LegendMy 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.
TravelerLarge campsites, clean amenities, nice dog park, great store with everything you need and located near like Winni.
TravelerGreat little campground
spots for both campers and tents right along the river
ample parking with great surrounding sights of New Hampshire as well as being next door to Clark’s trading post, a New Hampshire Tradition
Pillsbury State Park Campground occupies a heavily wooded area in Washington, New Hampshire, about 15 miles from North Sutton. Located at an elevation of approximately 1,500 feet, the park spans multiple ponds connected by wetlands with primitive campsites situated among mature forests. Water levels in May Pond and other park waters can fluctuate seasonally, affecting both waterfront sites and paddling conditions during dry periods.
Kayaking on interconnected ponds: Explore the park's network of ponds with boat rentals available at Pillsbury State Park Campground. The calm waters make navigation straightforward for beginners. "A jewel! Quiet, beautiful small lake/pond great for paddling," notes Kathy S.
Hiking the Monadnock-Sunapee Greenway: Access this 51-mile trail system directly from campsites. "There are great hikes that you can get to right from your campsite, connecting to the Monadnock-Sunapee greenway (a 48 mile trail connecting two of NHs beautiful mountains)," explains Matthew S.
Fishing in stocked waters: Fish for trout in the park's waters or nearby at Rand Pond. "Rand Pond is the body of water at the campground and is restricted to under 10 HP boats. It is stocked with rainbow trout by the State of NH and is a spring fed sandy bottom pond," reports David G.
Private, secluded waterfront sites: Many sites offer direct water access for easy launching of personal watercraft. "Our site was waterfront and shared a small beach/kayak launch with the neighboring site. Sites are a little bit close, but feel much more private thanks to the trees," says Jessica N. at Pillsbury State Park.
Primitive camping experience: Campers appreciate the lack of modern distractions. "I have been to this campground three years in a row now and I am very happy I found it. They have no electricity so you have to be willing to rough it. It is a great campground to get away from the city," writes Lisa P.
Wildlife observation opportunities: The diverse habitats support various wildlife including loons and moose. At Spacious Skies French Pond, one camper noted, "Campground is nice, clean, has a pond, playground, pool, Canoeing, sites are decent size, entertainment on some nights offered in pavilion, friendly staff, pet friendly & quiet nights. We had no issues here & there was lots of nature around, which we love!"
Limited cell service: Coverage varies significantly across campgrounds. "Be prepared to not have much cell phone service either if you need thing while you're camping. If you have Verizon and you're at campsite 34 you can get a little service," advises Lisa P. about Pillsbury State Park.
Cash-only policies: Some parks require cash for on-site services. "Everything is cash here, no cards accepted except when reserving a site online," notes Brandon C.
Leeches in some ponds: Swimming conditions vary between water bodies. "Swimming in the stream is safe but the lake is loaded with leeches!" warns J L. at Sandy Beach Campground.
Choose sites strategically: Waterfront sites provide built-in recreation for children. "The sites on the water are really nice... The lake would really be nice for kayaking if you have one. The sites are a good size, we easily fit 2 tents and 2 cars, you could definitely even fit 3 tents if need be," recommends Brandon C.
Consider distance to facilities: Some remote sites require walking. "I recently stayed at site 1A over the Memorial day weekend. After a very quick checkin at the Park office, I headed out to my site. The site features a 200ft(60yd) hike in on a rustic trail," explains Richard M.
Pack entertainment for rainy days: With limited electricity at dog friendly campgrounds near North Sutton, bring non-electronic activities. At Keyser Pond Campground, "There's a basketball court and playground, a beach volleyball court, a little pond," notes Laura M.
Size restrictions at primitive sites: Large RVs face limitations at some parks. "This state park is a small and primitive one. It has less sites than a lot of the other ones," observes Brandon C.
Full hookup options nearby: For RVers wanting amenities, consider alternatives to primitive campgrounds. At Crow's Nest Campground, "90% of the campers are RVs here. They have sites along the river and a more wooden tent area as well," notes Brandon C.
Water and electric limitations: Plan accordingly for power needs. "The site delivery of buckets and pallets of wood are a nice service. Owners are quite nice, I talked to them briefly," adds Brandon C. about Crow's Nest Campground.
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