Best Campgrounds near Rindge, NH

The southern New Hampshire region surrounding Rindge features a mix of state parks, private campgrounds, and recreation areas that accommodate various camping styles. Woodmore Family Campground, located directly in Rindge, provides both tent and RV sites with full hookups from Mother's Day through mid-October. Within a 30-minute drive, campers can access Gilson Pond Campground at Monadnock State Park, a highly-rated destination with 37 wooded sites nestled at the base of Mount Monadnock. The Massachusetts border lies just minutes south, offering additional options like Tully Lake Recreation Area in Royalston and Otter River State Forest in Baldwinville, both providing more primitive camping experiences with fewer amenities but greater seclusion.

Most campgrounds in the region operate seasonally from May through October, with limited availability during shoulder seasons. Advance reservations are strongly recommended, particularly for summer weekends and holiday periods when sites fill quickly. Cell service varies significantly throughout the area, with many campers reporting spotty or non-existent coverage at Monadnock State Park and Tully Lake. As one visitor noted, "This is one of the quietest and most peaceful campgrounds I've ever stayed at. The sites are super private, the rangers are friendly, and the mosquitoes are ferocious." Insect repellent is essential during summer months, and campers should check pet policies carefully as they vary by location.

Waterfront camping opportunities exist at several locations near Rindge, with Greenfield State Park Campground and Tully Lake offering popular lake access sites. Many campgrounds provide coin-operated showers, dishwashing stations, and basic amenities like picnic tables and fire rings. Hikers frequently use Gilson Pond Campground as a base for exploring Mount Monadnock, which offers panoramic views after a moderately challenging climb. According to one camper, "The hiking is incredible, both from the site and by driving to the headquarters to park." RV campers should note that many state park campgrounds have limited sites for larger vehicles, with Woodmore Family Campground being one of the few in the immediate area that can accommodate big rigs.

Best Camping Sites Near Rindge, New Hampshire (138)

    1. Gilson Pond Area Campground — Monadnock State Park

    19 Reviews
    Jaffrey, NH
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 532-2416

    $29 - $35 / night

    "Gilson Pond Campground is small— just 37 sites nestled into the woods near a swampy, but beautiful pond in Jaffrey, New Hampshire."

    "This was my first time to New Hampshire so I wasn’t quite sure what to expect from the state parks there. I was not disappointed."

    2. Lake Dennison Recreation Area Campground

    14 Reviews
    Foster Lake, OR
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 297-1609

    $17 - $35 / night

    "The loop closer to the entrance has a lot of private sites. Although if you have one closer to the main road, it is quite noisy with road sounds. But many of the sites in the middle are more quiet."

    "As a caveat, waterfront in this instance was more of a water view as the lake was on the other side of the campground road and a large open area with trees."

    3. Otter River State Forest

    14 Reviews
    Baldwinville, MA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 939-8962

    $17 - $55 / night

    "The camp ground is clean nice with lots of trails for hiking and biking.  The bathrooms were clean and water was easy close to the camp ground.  "

    "Swimming in a pond or a short drive to a bigger lake (camping pass covers both). One of my favorites. It's kind of a hidden gem in north central Massachusetts."

    4. Greenfield State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    Bennington, NH
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 547-3497

    $35 - $105 / 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."

    "Nice views of the lake, swimming, wide open sites, not too over crowded! I'd definitely go back!"

    5. Woodmore Family Campground and RV Park

    6 Reviews
    Rindge, NH
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 899-3362

    $42 - $65 / night

    "the rules but everybody does and it's a good experience, everyone is very friendly the owners are wonderful people and super friendly very helpful it's clean they offer a lot of stuff to do right on a lake"

    "Lake access with kayaks , some local hiking. Major grocery store nearby along with Walmart."

    6. Tully Lake Recreation Area (MA) — Tully Lake

    9 Reviews
    Royalston, MA
    13 miles
    +1 (978) 249-9150

    $40 / night

    "Tully Lake Campground is located in Royalston, MA, which is a northern part of Central Massachusetts, near the New Hampshire border."

    "Volleyball and horseshoes are near the entrance. You may purchase firewood. The bathrooms offer flush toilets and a single shower on each site, plus a dishwashing sink outside."

    7. Ashuelot River Campground

    18 Reviews
    West Swanzey, NH
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 357-5777

    $47 - $70 / night

    "We had easy access to trails that went along the river behind some of the sites with a few paths down to the river. Everyone we encountered was friendly and respectful."

    "Large, open campground surrounded by the Ashuelot River. Friendly owners who go around delivering wood and ice to guests given the pandemic right now."

    8. The Pine Campground

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

    "Small river/ brook rind behind the campground.   Some shots have nice sound of river right behind the sites.  No pond or pool for swimming."

    9. Spacious Skies Seven Maples

    11 Reviews
    Hancock, NH
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 525-3321

    $999 / night

    "The shower worked well and it was nice not to have to walk to the restrooms, though they were close by. Our stay was during the week so it wasn’t very crowded."

    "We loved being next to the large field and basketball court where we watched the kids play without having to worry where they disappeared to."

    10. Pearl Hill State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    West Townsend, MA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 597-2850

    $17 - $35 / night

    "We really lucked out with getting one of a few sites left on Memorial Day weekend - after walking the campground, I think we would have chosen the same one again! "

    "It was like walking with fur on the bottom of our shoes. The dog also got needles stuck all over and we had to use our COVID alcohol gel to get the glue off. "

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660 Reviews of 138 Rindge Campgrounds


  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 21, 2025

    Spacious Skies French Pond

    Helpful staff

    The staff was friendly. Don't forget the flashlight. There is very little lighting to find your way around the winding roads of the campground which adds to the charm.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 18, 2025

    Zoar Outdoor

    Nice and would like to visit again but not within 12 hours-BOO

    I’m writing this mid-October from western MA. In between homes and looked forward to staying another night, but can not because of a 12 hour advance policy. There were plenty of tent sites available last night. Not a happy camper.

  • Carroll K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2025

    Gus's Gardens Camping

    It was quite and peaceful

    We enjoyed our stay with Gus very much. With the email to confirm our stay, there were excellent directions to get there. It is behind his home by a lake with creek nearby. There is also a hiking trail. We had no problems. If we are in the area again, we would camp here again.  Thanks

  • Lin C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 10, 2025

    Spacious Skies French Pond

    Best Camp in the area

    I am enjoying this camp still, even after 6 months. Management is wonderful and attentive. They take great care of the whole camp and us campers. Fun events are scheduled on the regular!

  • Keith L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 9, 2025

    Jamaica State Park Campground

    Great Camping Experience at Jamaica State Park

    This was our second stay at this Vermont State Park. It was a great three days. The park rangers were tremendous in ensuring we had a great visit. They worked with us to get the right site. The bathroom facilities, while rustic, were clean. There is a plethora of things to do in the park itself and in the local community. Nonetheless, it starts and ends with the management of the campground. Lauren, the campground manager, and her team of professionals, do a great job. We will definitely return.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 2, 2025

    Ashuelot River Campground

    Nice ‘n Easy campground

    We stayed for 3 days off season so not busy. Sites located along the river are wooded, field sites are very open great for seeing the stars at night. Sites have fire rings with excellent airflow for good burning with low smoke. Hook ups are in great condition for power, water, sewer. Showers and bath house on site. Laundry and game room at office area. Office staff was very helpful and they’re open later into the day til 7 PM. Good firewood and large bundle delivered for $15 to your site. We passed over this site on our first trip to the area but are glad we came here and we’re planning to return. Follow the website directions to get here as there are covered bridges in the area with low Clearance and low weight limits.

  • Rae-Ann W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 29, 2025

    Ashuelot River Campground

    Another great trip to Ashuelot River Campground

    We spent another great weekend at the Ashuelot River Campground. We recently purchased a new-to-us camper and wanted to get in a trip or two before putting it away for the winter. This was our 2nd visit to Ashuelot.

    We were in site 59, a pull-through with water and 30/50 amp service. The site was level and easy to get into and park. We were in a fully wooded area on the left side of the campground, which we prefer. They have sites located in fully open areas, as well as some that are partially wooded and have river access. There is a nice mix.

    Having good weather, we took a lazy tube ride from one side of the campground to the other. It has been quite dry in the area, so they are experiencing a drought. However, a little rain in the week got the river moving a bit. We were able to enjoy a nice, slow drift around the campground.

    We thoroughly enjoyed our time again and will definitely be back.


Guide to Rindge

The camping options surrounding Rindge, New Hampshire span across densely wooded terrain at elevations ranging from 900 to 1,300 feet. Winter temperatures typically dip below freezing from December through March, with summer highs averaging 70-85°F. Most camping areas near Rindge sit within the Monadnock Highlands region, characterized by abundant hardwood forests, granite outcroppings, and spring-fed ponds that create diverse microclimates for camping.

What to do

Hiking Mount Monadnock from multiple trailheads: Gilson Pond Area Campground at Monadnock State Park provides direct access to mountain trails. According to one visitor, "There's a long approach to Mt. Monadnock that leaves from the campground (Birchtoff), with shorter trails leaving from the State Park headquarters 2 miles down the road." Another camper adds, "The hiking is incredible, both from the site and by driving to the headquarters to park."

Paddling on local waterways: Lake Dennison Recreation Area offers excellent water sports options just 20 miles from Rindge. As one camper notes, "It is so convenient to camp right on the lake. We can drop our paddle boards in any time and explore the lake." Another visitor mentioned, "The lake is perfect for swimming, kayaking, and fishing. There are ample trails for hiking and kids can ride their bikes."

Tubing down the Ashuelot River: Ashuelot River Campground provides a unique river experience 25 miles northwest of Rindge. One visitor shared, "We took a lazy tube ride from one side of the campground to the other," while another mentioned, "Beautiful river to float down or paddle up. Saw a bald eagle this past weekend while paddling up past the campground."

What campers like

Private wooded sites: Gilson Pond Area Campground offers secluded camping surrounded by forest. One camper remarked, "This is one of the quietest and most peaceful campgrounds I've ever stayed at. The sites are super private, the rangers are friendly." Another visitor noted, "The campsites are accessible by car but nice and secluded. You can hike the path to the mountain trailhead or drive over and park for the day."

Clean facilities throughout the area: Pearl Hill State Park Campground maintains well-kept amenities despite its rustic setting. A camper observed, "This campground provides some great wooded camp sites. Some are larger than others and some are more private than others. There are two bathrooms centrally located - nice and clean." Another mentioned, "Bathrooms were clean and well stocked."

Waterfront camping options: Tully Lake Recreation Area features lakeside sites with immediate water access. According to one review, "We stayed at site 1, which was HUGE and extremely private. Sites closer to the water that we saw were less private, but still very peaceful and spread out." Another camper added, "You can find lots of private areas to swim, pick blueberries and relax. It's a beautiful area right in your own back yard."

What you should know

Seasonal operation limitations: Most of the best places to camp near Rindge, New Hampshire operate within specific timeframes. The Pines Campground is one of the few year-round options, while places like Woodmore Family Campground run "Mother's Day through mid-October." Sites fill quickly during peak summer weekends.

Cell service variability: Coverage can be spotty across the region. At Tully Lake Recreation Area, "Cell service is spotty to non-existent for some providers within the campground. But a short walk or drive away from the campground you can get connected again." Verizon users report better coverage than other carriers.

Site accessibility differences: Many campgrounds have varied site access. At Tully Lake, "There's a canoe/kayak launch near the campground, so if you have a waterfront site you may choose to paddle your gear over. Some of the sites do not have waterfront access, however, and you'll definitely want to take advantage of the carts provided."

Insect preparedness essential: Bugs can be intense in summer months, particularly at water sites. One camper at Lake Dennison Recreation Area warned, "We camped here one night on a pit stop and it exceeded our expectations! We camped on the north shore; sites were big and offered immediate access to and view of the lake. However, there is limited privacy between sites."

Tips for camping with families

Pool amenities for hot days: Spacious Skies Seven Maples features excellent water facilities for children. A visitor shared, "The pool is amazing for kids of all ages with water slides and a splash area. There's no life guard or staff monitoring the pool area so it did get a little too crazy at times for my little ones."

Playground access: Several campgrounds offer play areas, with Spacious Skies Seven Maples standing out. One family noted, "We loved being next to the large field and basketball court where we watched the kids play without having to worry where they disappeared to. The Grove and Hemlock Heights are particularly nice areas with more spacious, wooded and quiet sites."

Consider carry-in sites with young children: At Tully Lake Recreation Area, accessibility requires planning. A visitor cautioned, "Our site was fairly far from services, long run with small kids in the middle of the night. Not our favorite place, but to be fair mostly based on our site and neighboring campers."

Family-friendly programming: Some campgrounds offer specific activities. One camper at Otter River State Forest mentioned, "I stayed here in the summer of 2020. The camp ground is clean nice with lots of trails for hiking and biking. The bathrooms were clean and water was easy close to the camp ground."

Tips from RVers

Limited big rig access: Most of the best places to camp near Rindge have size restrictions. Pearl Hill State Park Campground notes, "You can get in here with a smaller RV, but the campground isn't built for larger units with the turns and curves. They've only designated 3 sites for 35' rigs; everything else is 15-20'."

Power limitations at some sites: Electrical service varies across campgrounds. At Spacious Skies Seven Maples, one RVer reported, "Had issues with 30 amp service at site was not providing enough power, could not run all my campers amenities While my 20 amp designated outlet at home runs my entire camper with no issue."

Route planning essential: Covered bridges and narrow roads can create challenges. An RVer at Ashuelot River Campground advised, "Follow the website directions to get here as there are covered bridges in the area with low Clearance and low weight limits."

Frequently Asked Questions

What seasonal activities are available when camping in Rindge, NH?

The Rindge area offers excellent seasonal camping activities throughout the year. During summer, Greenfield State Park Campground provides swimming, fishing, and hiking opportunities in a wooded setting, with Mount Monadnock just 25 minutes away for spectacular hiking adventures. Fall brings stunning foliage views across the region. At Pawtuckaway State Park Campground, visitors can enjoy diverse recreational activities including swimming, hiking, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, and bouldering across varied landscapes. Many campgrounds in the area host summer concerts, ice cream socials, and family-friendly events. Winter activities include snowshoeing and cross-country skiing on trails, while spring offers bird watching and wildflower viewing opportunities.

What campgrounds are available in Rindge, NH?

While Rindge itself has limited campground options within town limits, the area offers several excellent camping opportunities nearby. Kampfires is a popular private campground in the region with both RV and tent camping spots. Just a short drive away, Gilson Pond Area Campground — Monadnock State Park in neighboring Jaffrey offers 37 wooded sites near Mount Monadnock. The region also includes campgrounds like Woodmore Family Campground and Tully Lake Recreation Area across the nearby Massachusetts border, making Rindge an excellent base for exploring multiple camping options in the Monadnock Region.

What amenities do camping facilities in Rindge, NH offer?

Camping facilities near Rindge offer diverse amenities to enhance your outdoor experience. Woodmore Family Campground and RV Park provides a family-friendly atmosphere with numerous recreational activities and friendly staff. Meanwhile, Pillsbury State Park Campground offers a more primitive camping experience with lakeside sites but no showers or electric hookups. Other campgrounds in the region typically feature camp stores, restroom facilities, and recreational areas. Many sites are nestled in wooded settings providing privacy, while others offer lake access for water activities. Amenities vary by location, with private campgrounds generally offering more facilities like mini-golf, ice cream shops, and full hookups compared to state parks' more natural settings.