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Hidden Valley RV and Golf Park and Gunstock Campground near Rye Beach offer limited equestrian-specific facilities for camping with horses. Gunstock Campground provides 250 sites for tent, RV, and cabin camping across its expansive property with access to mountain trails and outdoor activities. The campground features spacious sites with full hookups, drinking water, and picnic tables, along with clean restrooms and shower facilities. While pets are allowed at Gunstock, specific horse accommodations like corrals are not listed among the amenities. Sites in the wooded Breezy Knolls section offer more privacy and natural surroundings for campers.
Trails at Gunstock Mountain provide outdoor recreation opportunities, though dedicated bridle paths are not specified in the available information. The campground maintains a gated entrance with keycard access for security, and offers amenities including a pool, playgrounds, and a camp store stocked with essential supplies. Campers note the quiet atmosphere, particularly in wooded sites, and appreciate the location's proximity to hiking trails and mountain activities. Both campgrounds allow fires with designated fire rings, and firewood is available for purchase. While accommodating for general camping needs, visitors planning to bring horses should contact these facilities directly to confirm current equestrian policies and availability of appropriate accommodations for their animals.
"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!
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.
TravelerLarge campsites, clean amenities, nice dog park, great store with everything you need and located near like Winni.
Gunstock Campground and Hidden Valley RV and Golf Park provide diverse camping options near Rye Beach, New Hampshire. The Rye Beach area sits along New Hampshire's Atlantic coastline and experiences typical New England seasonal variations with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak camping months. While traditional equestrian camping facilities with dedicated horse corrals are limited in the immediate area, several campgrounds accommodate various camping styles within driving distance of the shoreline.
Golfing on-site: At Hidden Valley RV and Golf Park, campers can access a 9 or 18-hole golf course with pro shop and 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.
Mountain activities: Gunstock Campground provides access to various mountain adventures. Kasey H. reports, "They have an aerial obstacle course and a mountain coaster, places to swim, music festivals, hiking, etc." The campground connects directly to hiking trails on Gunstock Mountain.
Fishing and swimming: Seasonal campers can enjoy water activities without leaving some facilities. Shawn C. mentions that Hidden Valley offers "fishing and swimming on property along with a club house," making it convenient for families wanting water recreation without traveling to the beach.
Wooded privacy: Some campers prefer natural settings away from open sites. "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. about specific secluded locations at Gunstock.
Family-operated service: Personal attention from staff makes a difference for visitors with equipment issues. One camper at Hidden Valley shared, "Our generator was down and we needed to pick up our friend at the airport. Lauri loaned us her minivan to go to the airport and Drew loaned us some tools to work on the RV. They were so helpful and treated us like family."
Security features: Controlled access provides peace of mind. Ryan P. appreciates Gunstock's "large campsites, clean amenities, nice dog park, great store with everything you need and located near like Winni." The campground maintains a gated entrance requiring key card access for entry.
Site conditions vary: Not all campsites offer level ground with adequate hookup placement. Carry M. noted at Hidden Valley: "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."
Noise considerations: Activity areas may affect nearby campsites. Melissa explains about Gunstock, "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."
Documentation required: Bring vaccination records if traveling with pets. One camper mentioned, "Dogs must have proof of rabies vaccine" at Gunstock, so prepare accordingly when planning equestrian camping near Rye Beach.
Amenities for children: Kids have access to recreational facilities beyond nature. "The amenities are state of the art, clean laundry center, restrooms, bath house, grocery store, bar & grill, playground & 2 swimming beaches," mentions a Hidden Valley visitor, noting the comprehensive facilities available.
Platform considerations: Check tent dimensions against site platforms. Sara D. warns about Gunstock: "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."
Wi-Fi access: Internet connectivity may be available in limited areas. One family camping at Hidden Valley reported, "The kids were given a lot of grace and hung out in the grill/game room area for hours on end to use the wi-fi."
Full-hookup availability: Seasonal RV sites with complete services are offered at reasonable rates. "There are 300 camping sites with full hookups. Very reasonably priced at $40 per night. A lot of the campers are seasonal which is May - October each year."
Camp store convenience: On-site stores provide essential supplies. Christine M. shared about her Gunstock experience: "We 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."
Reservation planning: Book early for horse-friendly camping options near Rye Beach. Ryan F. mentions, "Very well kept and quiet grounds. The lot I was in was not wooded but still quiet. Check in was quick and friendly." Horse owners should contact campgrounds directly about current equestrian policies and specialized accommodations.
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Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Rye Beach, NH?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Rye Beach, NH is Hidden Valley RV and Golf Park with a 4-star rating from 4 reviews.
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