Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Sanbornton, NH

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Sanbornton, NH has a lot to offer. Sanbornton is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Sanbornton, New Hampshire (193)

    1. Gunstock Campground

    13 Reviews
    Gilford, NH
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 737-4355

    $35 - $80 / night

    "Large campsites, clean amenities, nice dog park, great store with everything you need and located near like Winni."

    "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?)"

    2. Granite State Campground

    7 Reviews
    Belmont, NH
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 393-6003

    "New bath houses, New hook-ups on many sites Close drive to Lake Winnisquam and Winnipesaukee, Close drive to Gunstock Mountain, not far from Laconia, wooded sites, The camp has some seasonal full timers"

    "This campground is one of my favorites in the lakes region. Affordable prices, large wooded sites and great staff."

    3. Meredith Woods Four Season Camping

    8 Reviews
    New Hampton, NH
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 279-5449

    $44 - $135 / night

    "Great camping, very clean, pet friendly and workers are very helpful and nice!"

    "They also have a nice game room for them kids or grown ups that struggle to leave technology behind."

    4. Paugus Bay Campground

    6 Reviews
    Laconia, NH
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 366-4757

    "We seriously lucked out with getting two sites next to eachother over looking the lake though.

    Pros: -Owners were very friendly and helpful. -Lots of lake activities to do."

    "Campground is primarily seasonal sites, however the nightly rentals sites are nicely located near the water."

    5. Clearwater Campground

    5 Reviews
    New Hampton, NH
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 279-7761

    $33 - $56 / night

    "The lake beach was fantastic, very nicely maintained.

    Kayak rental was super cheap and easy to do!

    The campground is relatively near Meredith town center, and not far from Weirs beach."

    6. Harbor Hill Camping Area

    7 Reviews
    Meredith, NH
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 279-6910

    $3500 - $4500 / night

    "Free DVD and book lending library, so if you aren't enjoying the great outdoors or walking on their nature trails, you can just read or watch.  Easy access to the lake or hiking trails in the area. "

    "Sinks are located outside and there is a bIgger sink for washing dishes. We were on an electric/water site but they also have a few primitive sites. We loved it here and will definitely be back."

    7. Ames Brook Campground

    5 Reviews
    Ashland, NH
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 968-7998

    $42 - $49 / night

    "Dog friendly, clean, well kept, campground."

    "Not all sites are overly spacious, some are in close proximity and there are many seasonal campers but the grounds are very well maintained and the bathrooms and showers are exceptionally clean (and free"

    9. Twin Tamarack Family Camping and RV Resort

    2 Reviews
    New Hampton, NH
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 279-4387

    $40 - $45 / night

    "Very nice family campground and also pet friendly!"

    "Dogs are welcome. Verizon cell coverage was 3 bars of 4G LTE. The owners are kind and professional."

    10. Davidsons Countryside Campground

    1 Review
    New Hampton, NH
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 744-2403
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Sanbornton, NH

1067 Reviews of 193 Sanbornton Campgrounds


  • J
    Sep. 4, 2022

    Lafayette Place Campground — Franconia Notch State Park

    Beautiful spot, but noisy

    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. There was a microburst over the campground the night I was there but the water drained down into the stream so I was not sleeping in a puddle. My site was in the row closest to the road where there was truck noise for much of the night. I recommend getting a site as far away from the road as possible.

  • Kathy S.
    Oct. 1, 2022

    Pastures Campground The

    Riverside

    Adorable 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.

  • Marla B.
    Jul. 15, 2022

    Chocorua KOA

    Beautiful campground in the mountains of NH

    The 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.

  • Jen
    Jul. 17, 2021

    Autumn Hills Campground

    Family campground

    Pros- 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.

  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 1, 2022

    Danforth Bay Camping & RV Resort

    Lots of amenites and campsite options

    This campground is huge with over 300 sites set on nearly 200 acres and along a beautiful lake! It is in a great location between the Lakes Region and the White Mountains in New Hampshire with lots to do in and outside of the campground. There are two distinct and separate sections– the Danforth Bay Camping and RV Resort and The Bluffs RV Resort. 

    They assigned us to a pull thru site (#A16) in the Danforth Bay section that would supposedly fit our 45’ motorhome. When we pulled in the place was packed. The people camped across from us had a huge group of people and a massive load of wood delivered that was in huge pile and it was obvious that fire was going to burn all day and through the weekend. The neighbors on one side of us had a table set up at the end of their site and were selling hand-made goods with their kids. We decided this was not really where we wanted to be for a peaceful fall weekend. Much less, our site was not very easy for us to get in and out of. The office agreed to move us to a site in The Bluffs section which they said were normally only for seasonal campers but they would make an exception since they were closing for the season in one week. They informed us the water would be turned off during our stay but that was fine with us since we have a large freshwater tank that we could fill up before. The site we were assigned to was all gravel with absolutely no grass which was fine with us because we were away from the ciaos of the other section. 

    The park was very clean and well-cared for with no trash laying around. Campsites were tidy and people didn’t have lots of junk laying around. There are some transient sites in the Danforth Bay section that are nice and private and some are close to the lake. The campground is huge so you can get a nice walk in without having to go round and round. There is a lake which was great for our lab to swim in and made for a pretty spot to enjoy a glass of wine at sunset. There are tons of camping options at this park and loads of amenities like a camp store, multiple pools, a boat launch, game room, multiple pavilions, free weekend entertainment, hay rides, lots of restrooms, dog parks and lots more. Since we were there in the end of the season, many amenities were closed and the activities had wrapped up for the season.

  • Kristen B.
    Sep. 15, 2016

    Bear Brook State Park Campground

    Everything You Need

    Tucked 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!

  • M.A.D. P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 1, 2023

    Pawtuckaway State Park Campground

    Large and friendly park with plenty of water activity opportunities

    My 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.

  • Ryan P.
    Aug. 31, 2022

    Gunstock Campground

    Amazing stay

    Large campsites, clean amenities, nice dog park, great store with everything you need and located near like Winni.

  • Erin M.
    Jul. 15, 2018

    Chocorua KOA

    Small, quiet family campground

    The Chocorua KOA is a great campground with super friendly staff, a variety of sites and lots of activities and things to do for everyone in the family.

    We stayed with two other families on pull-through full hook-up sites 43, 45, and 47. Although we were on the main road, we really enjoyed these sites. They were wooded and in a central location close to the playgrounds, pavilion, beach and nature trails. Site 45 was pretty narrow but the other two sites had a bit more space so we mostly used 43 and 47 to hang out. We especially loved that the pull-through road behind our sites was not a main access road so we had a nice long stretch of road that was just for us. We played games and the kids road bikes without having to worry about cars driving through.

    There are also a lot of really nice tent sites along the water, cabins, teepees, lodges and great areas for groups to camp. They are fairly strict with quiet hours so it is a very quiet campground at night.

    The facilities are nice and clean. The pavilion and fire pit area are a nice place to gather with games and a mining station to enjoy. There are two playgrounds for little and big kids. The bathrooms are quite dated but clean. The pool is freezing cold so the kids didn’t swim much. The beach area is small and not deep enough to swim but the kids enjoyed playing in the sand and water. There are a lot of options for boat rentals- paddle boats, kayaks, canoes, paddle boards, and row boats. There is a beautiful board walk that leads through the marsh to a system of short nature trails. We really enjoyed walking the trails though some need a lot of work due to fallen trees and overgrowth. There were also a lot of free activities for the kids like crafts, wagon rides and games with a full schedule of events. You really never have to leave this campground!

    This is also an incredibly dog-friendly campground with a fun dog park, a special swimming pond just for dogs and doggie day care available. This is one of the most pet loving campgrounds we’ve ever camped in and our pup loved it!!

    We had a great trip and will definitely be back!


Guide to Sanbornton

If you're looking for a great place to camp with your furry friends near Sanbornton, New Hampshire, there are several pet-friendly campgrounds that offer a variety of amenities and activities for both you and your pets.

Pet owners like spacious sites and clean facilities

  • At Gunstock Campground, you’ll find large campsites with clean amenities, making it a comfortable stay for you and your pets.
  • Baker River Campground features well-maintained facilities and a cozy beach area along the river, perfect for a relaxing day with your dog.
  • Epsom Valley Campground offers big pine trees and a slow river, providing a serene environment for you and your pet to enjoy.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Sanbornton

Pet-friendly campgrounds include great amenities

  • Granite State Campground is known for its friendly staff and clean facilities, ensuring a pleasant experience for you and your pet.
  • Circle 9 Ranch Campground offers a variety of amenities, including picnic tables and firewood, making it easy to enjoy a cozy evening with your furry companion.
  • Paugus Bay Campground provides water and electric hookups, along with a friendly atmosphere, perfect for a comfortable stay with your pet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Sanbornton, NH?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Sanbornton, NH is Gunstock Campground with a 4.8-star rating from 13 reviews.

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