Best Campgrounds near Rumney, NH

Campgrounds near Rumney, New Hampshire range from established facilities to primitive sites, with several options catering to rock climbers visiting the area's renowned climbing destinations. Baker River Campground, located directly in Rumney, offers tent and RV sites with amenities including electric hookups, showers, and drinking water. The surrounding White Mountain region includes additional developed campgrounds like Branch Brook Campground in Campton and Pine Haven in Wentworth, both offering cabin accommodations alongside traditional camping options. Most campgrounds in the area operate seasonally, typically from May through October, with Baker River Campground specifically open from Memorial Day to Columbus Day.

The camping season in the White Mountains region follows predictable patterns, with most facilities closing during winter months due to harsh New Hampshire weather conditions. Reservations are strongly recommended during summer weekends and holiday periods when campgrounds frequently reach capacity. Many campgrounds provide full hookup options for RVs, including water, electric, and sewer connections, though availability varies by location. Cell service can be limited in more remote areas, particularly in valleys between mountains. Visitors should prepare for variable weather conditions even during summer months. A review noted, "Baker River Campground is a great option for staying close to Rumney for climbing. They have a group campsite specifically for climbers, which was $10 a person when we stayed there."

Climbing enthusiasts particularly value the campgrounds near Rumney for their proximity to world-class rock climbing areas. The American Alpine Club maintains Rattlesnake Campground specifically for climbers visiting the area. Several campgrounds in the region feature riverside locations, with Baker River Campground situated along the Baker River providing "a nice setting right next to the Baker River" according to visitor feedback. Family-friendly amenities are common at the larger established campgrounds, including playgrounds, swimming areas, and organized activities during peak season. Campgrounds in the area typically provide clean restroom facilities and showers, though amenities decrease at more primitive sites. The region's natural beauty, proximity to hiking trails, and access to water recreation make it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts beyond just the climbing community.

Best Camping Sites Near Rumney, New Hampshire (266)

    1. Moose Hillock Camping Resort

    20 Reviews
    Warren, NH
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 764-5294

    $49 - $129 / night

    "Both times were very different experiences, but overall very positive. Just because there are a few, I will mention the cons first."

    "We have stayed in 3 different sections and they are all great with my preference being site 20 with the brook running behind your site which is on a small but nice nature trail."

    2. Lost River Valley Campground

    32 Reviews
    North Woodstock, NH
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 745-8321

    $62 - $209 / night

    "The last few years, they’ve added a light display near the entrance at night, which make that last trip to the bathroom before bedtime fun!"

    "Nice campground located in the valley of mountains. Wooded sites but close to your neighbors."

    3. Baker River Campground

    9 Reviews
    Rumney, NH
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 786-9707

    $35 - $42 / night

    "This place was a great option for staying close to Rumney for climbing. They have a group campsite specifically for climbers, which was $10 a person when we stayed there."

    "We have stayed here on multiple occasions when in the Rumney area for climbing and biking."

    4. Branch Brook Campground

    8 Reviews
    Campton, NH
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 726-7001

    $37 - $55 / night

    "Dump station is located smartly away from most campsites, but on site. Cammy at the office was lovely and helpful."

    "The beat part is the location to the river. It wraps around the campground making it a great place to go tubing. They also have 3 great fields for rent"

    5. Pine Haven

    6 Reviews
    Rumney, NH
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 786-2900

    $38 - $100 / night

    "I took off a star because when we came back to our campsite on Saturday afternoon, there was an ongoing loud motor noise of ATVs racing, as there is a race track nearby."

    "Site was directly next to a babbling brook. There was a storm forecasted, and the groundskeeper told us if it got bad she could open the store for us to stay in."

    6. Russell Pond Campground

    15 Reviews
    North Woodstock, NH
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 536-6100

    $30 / night

    "Walk in sites at Russel Pond are nice. spacious sites with fire pits and a picnic table. Potable water is close by along with a bear box. Bathrooms are clean and the showers are $2.50 for 5 minutes."

    "Other sites are situated on knolls that require parking below and walking a few steps up to the site. So be prepared to possibly hike your gear a short distance."

    7. Campton Campground

    8 Reviews
    Campton, NH
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 536-6100

    $30 / night

    "The sites are clean and well kept but are close in proximity of each other. None are private. This would be great for multiple families wanting to camp together."

    "Really great for access to Tripoli road, Waterville Valley. Bathrooms clean. Showers clean. Host was excellent and knowledgeable. Loved advising campers where to go, what trails to checkout."

    8. Lafayette Place Campground — Franconia Notch State Park

    36 Reviews
    Lincoln, NH
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 823-9513

    $35 / night

    "My first time in camping in New Hampshire, the whole area is spectacular and I felt lucky to find a spot in this campground next to the stream."

    "The White Mountains stretch quite some distance. While the Presidential peaks are often considered the jewel of this range, I find the Franconia Ridge just as beautiful and stunning."

    9. Hancock Campground

    28 Reviews
    Lincoln, NH
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 536-6100

    $30 / night

    "Luckily -- we were only about ten minutes from one of our favorite campgrounds in New Hampshire. Let me tell you why we like it so much."

    "This would be one of few places I find acceptable to camp, that are near other people. I usually don't like camping with 20+ other people in one looped area."

    10. Plymouth Sands Camping Area

    5 Reviews
    Plymouth, NH
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 536-2605

    "It’s especially nice if you grab a spot on the edge of the river. The river is very clean and a nice spot to hang out in the sun and splash around (not very deep most of the year)."

    "The campground is in a convenient location near lots of hiking trails and attractions. The sites are decently spacious and have various configurations for utilities."

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Recent Reviews near Rumney, NH

1166 Reviews of 266 Rumney 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.

  • Marc D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 21, 2025

    Mount Ascutney State Park Campground

    Great state park

    This is a beautiful state park at the base of Mt ascutney. The campground is lovely. Forest Ed and beautiful fall colors in October. Good facilities. Friendly staff. Some noise from the interstate but not terrible. There is a 3.7 mile road that is extremely steep but paved, and goes to the summit of the mountain. Less than 1 mile hike from there to the observation tower. Great views. Lots of hiking trail trails.

  • S.D.G
    Oct. 17, 2025

    Quechee State Park Campground

    Great stop on any trip

    Clean, good facilities. Price has gone up to $38 a night. Got there close to the time the rangers left for the night, Nick was really kind to make sure I got situated before he left. Walking distance from the antique mall which is a stop everyone should make as well as good food and pizza right nearby. Great spot to stop at on any trip

  • Marc D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2025

    Crawford Notch Campground

    Beautiful area

    Beautiful campground. Large secluded sites. Forested. Beautiful fall colors. Coin operated showers. Access to nearby trails.

  • Marc D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2025

    Gunstock Campground

    Great Spot

    Fairly 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.

  • Panvira T.
    Oct. 14, 2025

    Fransted Family Campground

    Good location

    The place so nice and cleaned,quite also close to you must see and things to do. The price reasonable too. Highly recommended

  • 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!

  • R
    Oct. 10, 2025

    Riverside Camping & RV Resort

    Impeccibly Maintained

    Easily one of the most well maintained sites we have visited. The host was attentive and gracious. Beautiful nature trails behind the campground. I found one that lead to a beach by the river, perfect for reading and relaxing.

  • Oksana S.
    Oct. 8, 2025

    Jellystone Park™ Glen Ellis

    Read before booking

    PLEASE READ BEFORE GOING We went to Jellystone Park at in Glen NH. We originally booked from Sunday to thursday. We left on Tuesday due to several issues with the cabin that the office staff refused to fix. Issues we had was 1. Cabin was filthy and had bugs inside. 2. Stove top wasnt working. 3. Fridge smelled so bad I had to wash it with warm water and dish soap. 4. Our cabin reeked like cigarettes to the point I couldn't bath my kids because when the bathroom got steamy the smell got sooo bad. I tried to adress the issues and was told they had a no smoke policy so its not their issue if it smelled because they did their part in putting a policy down. For it being filthy I was told they trust their cleaner so it qas me that made it filthy..(attached is one picture that I have this is just the bathroom on our first day their. Everything was covered in dirt, sand and soo dusty and bugs everywhere). I first spoke to James who yelled and was saying ridiculous excuses as to why its ok. Then the manager(dont remember name but she was older and blonde hair) screamed at me while I had my 2 year old with me. I was telling her calmly and very nice my concerns to which she was yelling to get out of the office. Then I was threatened to have the cops called if I complained again. I lost alot of money I cant afford to loose. But most important I was want to make people aware. I told them the website should state these things to be fair cause if I knew this i wouldn't have paid since they said its normal for stoves not to work and its out of their controll if someone smokes in the cabin. They said no one would stay if they posted those things. I left litterally shaking and crying because I couldn't believe it. They are nice if you dont complain. Discusting customer service horrendous management. Will be reporting everywhere already let my friends know so they dont go next year.


Guide to Rumney

Camping near Rumney, New Hampshire offers diverse options along the Baker River valley with elevations ranging from 500 to 1,000 feet. The region experiences typical New England seasonal patterns with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak camping months. Most campgrounds operate between May and October, though a few remain open year-round for winter camping enthusiasts.

What to do

Tubing adventures: Branch Brook Campground provides excellent river access for tubing. "The best part is the location to the river. It wraps around the campground making it a great place to go tubing. They also have 3 great fields for rent," notes one camper at Branch Brook Campground.

Fall foliage viewing: The White Mountains region transforms in autumn, typically peaking in early October. "Fall camping at branch brook is nothing short of magical. We just happened to book a trip right at peak season for fall foliage.... the colors were absolutely unreal," shares a visitor who experienced the seasonal display.

Fishing spots: Multiple campgrounds offer fishing access in the Baker River. At Plymouth Sands Camping Area, "The river is very clean and a nice spot to hang out in the sun and splash around (not very deep most of the year)." A visitor at Pine Haven noted, "Multiple RVs, we were the only tent site at the time which made it very secluded and nice. Site was directly next to a babbling brook."

What campers like

River campsites: Many campgrounds feature sites along waterways. "Loved our time here! We had a site right on the river and the view was amazing. The sites are pretty well spaced apart and well kept," wrote one camper about Pine Haven. Another visitor at Hancock Campground shared, "It made the tenting area feel more like a community. This is a busy campground, but lovely all the same."

Privacy levels: Site separation varies significantly between campgrounds. "You'll probably want to be closer to the river (although people will get up early to fish, get on the river etc.) because there is traffic along the road (not awful, but still semi constant)," advises a Hancock Campground visitor. At Russell Pond Campground, "The sites are huge and have a great amount of space between them. All of them have leveled areas for the picnic tables and tent pads."

Climbing-focused options: Some campgrounds cater specifically to rock climbers. "Nice private campground. Bathrooms were clean and recently remodeled. Host is extremely nice and welcoming. We have stayed here on multiple occasions when in the Rumney area for climbing and biking," notes a climber at Baker River Campground.

What you should know

Winter camping conditions: Several campgrounds remain open year-round. "Stayed here for two nights in late December. Site #40 along the river was close to the bathroom yet had plenty of privacy from other sites," reports a winter camper at Hancock Campground. However, some have maintenance issues in winter, as noted by a visitor: "They do a bad job plowing (my rig bottomed out twice on snow banks) and I fishtailed on the access road."

Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies widely by location and carrier. At Moose Hillock Camping Resort, "No WiFi or cell service except by the pool which can be hard if you need to be contacted." A different visitor noted, "Very nice, quiet campground. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. No cell service on the south side of campground."

Bathroom facilities: Quality and maintenance vary significantly. "The bathrooms were atrocious—filthy, smelly, and clearly not maintained," reported one dissatisfied visitor at Lost River Valley Campground. In contrast, at Plymouth Sands, "There is a bathroom with a few stalls and sinks that is well kept and clean. The showers are quarter operated with a coin heat lamp as well for the colder seasons."

Tips for camping with families

Swimming options: Several campgrounds feature swimming areas for children. At Russell Pond Campground, "We had a great time here for fall camping, we were able to drive up and get a site that day. The waterfront sites are the best." Another visitor mentioned, "The lake is quiet and was beautiful at sunset (it would be a great spot to Hammock)."

Playground access: Some campgrounds feature dedicated children's areas. At Branch Brook Campground, visitors note there's "everything from tents to RVs and beach to pool along with a playground for the younger ones. Dogs are allowed. Activities such as candy bingo and wagon rides." Baker River Campground also has "a playground area for kids, horseshoe area and a net for volleyball next to the bathroom/showers."

Family programming: Organized activities vary by location. "Family friendly campground. Short drive to see wildlife from the road," notes a visitor at Moose Hillock Camping Resort. Another camper shared their experience: "Pros: lots to do, family oriented, friendly staff, awesome pool with a pirate ship that has 2 slides, night swimming, entertainment on some nights."

Tips from RVers

Hookup availability: Options range from primitive to full-service sites. At Lost River Valley Campground, "We stayed in a basic cabin. It was clean, but did smell very musty. It was still comfortable. The sites on the river look amazing." A visitor at Plymouth Sands noted, "The sites are decently spacious and have various configurations for utilities."

Access considerations: Many campgrounds have terrain challenges for larger rigs. "The hilly terrain is insaneeee! If you have never been before, book a sight as close as possible to the pool and office, because the further you get, the higher the altitude," warns a Moose Hillock visitor. At Russell Pond, "Most of campsites are not rv/trailer friendly since they are tucked into the hillside and usually have a few stairs either up or down to the tent sites."

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Rumney, NH?

According to TheDyrt.com, Rumney, NH offers a wide range of camping options, with 266 campgrounds and RV parks near Rumney, NH and 8 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Rumney, NH?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Rumney, NH is Moose Hillock Camping Resort with a 4.3-star rating from 20 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Rumney, NH?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 8 free dispersed camping spots near Rumney, NH.

What parks are near Rumney, NH?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 12 parks near Rumney, NH that allow camping, notably Union Village Dam and North Hartland Lake.