Best Campgrounds near Randolph, NH

Campgrounds near Randolph, New Hampshire provide access to the White Mountain National Forest with multiple accommodation options ranging from established sites to dispersed camping. Moose Brook State Park Campground in nearby Gorham offers tent sites, RV spots, and cabin camping with facilities including showers and drinking water. Several miles south, Dolly Copp Campground provides tent and RV camping with trash service and electric hookups. Town Hall Road Dispersed camping area presents a free alternative for those seeking a more primitive experience without amenities. The region features both private campgrounds with cabin rentals and public lands with basic tent sites.

Most campgrounds in the White Mountains operate seasonally from May through October, with specific opening dates varying by location. Moose Brook State Park typically opens in early May and closes in November, while Dolly Copp operates from mid-May to mid-October. Winter camping opportunities are extremely limited due to snow accumulation and road closures. Cell service can be spotty throughout the region, particularly at higher elevations and in valley areas. Campers should be prepared for rapidly changing weather conditions, especially when camping near the Presidential Range where conditions can shift dramatically. One visitor noted, "We stayed at Moose Brook in June 2022. The showers and bathrooms are some of the cleanest I've ever seen. The sites are extremely private but you can hear your site neighbors if they're talking loudly."

The White Mountain region draws campers seeking proximity to hiking trails, fishing spots, and mountain views. Several developed campgrounds feature swimming areas, with Moose Brook State Park providing access to a swimming pond with mountain water. Private sites with electrical hookups tend to fill quickly during summer weekends and fall foliage season. Campers frequently mention the privacy of sites at Moose Brook, with one noting that "sites were well spaced" and another highlighting that "our site was very private and secluded, but close to bathrooms and showers." For those seeking more solitude, dispersed camping options like Town Hall Road offer free camping with minimal amenities but require proper preparation for self-sufficient stays, including water filtration and waste management.

Best Camping Sites Near Randolph, New Hampshire (274)

    1. Moose Brook State Park Campground

    29 Reviews
    Gorham, NH
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 466-3860

    $35 - $45 / night

    "This state park is located in the small town of Gorham, New Hampshire."

    "And the location is perfect for hiking the Randolph Trails or Appalachia."

    2. Dolly Copp Campground

    20 Reviews
    Randolph, NH
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 466-2713

    $30 - $44 / night

    "PROs: Location! Away from the madness of North Conway and just 4 miles south of Gorham for quick breakfast in the a.m. Location!"

    "Very dog freindly, many hiking trails in the the area. Next to zero cell phone service."

    3. Dry River Campground — Crawford Notch State Park

    31 Reviews
    Bartlett, NH
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 374-2272

    $35 - $40 / night

    "Cool location right on the edge of the Dry River Wilderness. Great Basecamp for lots of hikes in the area. Some spots are right on the highway with not much tree cover in between so can be loud."

    "This state park campground located between Rte 302 and the Dry River in Crawford Notch is a great location for exploring family friendly trails to (Sawyer Pond, Arethusa Falls, Willard Cliffs to name a"

    4. Crawford Notch Campground

    24 Reviews
    Bartlett, NH
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 374-2272

    $25 / night

    "Our site was big and walking around the grounds the other sites appeared to all be pretty good sized as well. They are not lying when they call their sites secluded either!"

    "Cabins and RV sites with hookups are closer yo the entrance, store and road. That latter feature is a bit if a bummer bc the noise from cars and trucks zipping by on route 302 is loud."

    5. White Birches Camping Park

    10 Reviews
    Gorham, NH
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 466-2022

    $22 - $79 / night

    "While the campground looks to be primarily RV camping from the road, there are many tent sites tucked away in the trees and even two sites that are walk-in only and are situated right on the Androscoggin"

    "It was unfortunate that my site was close to the main road, but that was my fault and it didn't really change how my weekend was.  They have remote sites for camping, see video.  "

    6. Timberland Campground

    11 Reviews
    Gorham, NH
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 466-3872

    $30 - $67 / night

    "Close to the main road but not too noisy. There are train tracks on the property but no trains went thru this weekend. Beautiful walking path right by the river!"

    "There is also a great playground and a beautiful nature trail along the Androscoggin River. The campground tends to have a mix of tents and RV folks."

    7. Jefferson Campground

    7 Reviews
    Jefferson, NH
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 586-4510

    $34 - $67 / night

    "Jefferson Campground is located near the intersection of Routes 2 and 115 in the White Mountains. The new owners have made major improvements since the spring of 2019 when they took ownership."

    "Nice campground in a beautiful location. This place is a bit off the beaten path of White Mountain tourist areas but is still within easy drive to all the major attractions."

    8. Town Hall Road Dispersed

    19 Reviews
    Chatham, NH
    17 miles

    "Awesome boondocking in New Hampshire, what a treat in the east coast! Just beautiful scenery, with trees, rivers, creeks, hiking trails with a pond- we absolutely loved our time here. "

    "There were plenty of sites to choose from and most (not all) had access to the river as well as a fire ring. Sites were on a dirt road, but it was quiet for the most part."

    9. Sugarloaf 1 Campground

    11 Reviews
    Twin Mountain, NH
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 536-6100

    $24 / night

    "If you need help or have any questions the Hosts (Located in Sugarloaf 2) are very friendly and offer a wealth of knowledge of the area."

    "Definitely a step above primitive campsites (there’s a flushing toilet and water), but this site doesn’t have some of the other features you find at some larger campgrounds (no sinks, washbasins, or showers"

    10. Barnes Field Campground

    5 Reviews
    Randolph, NH
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 466-2713

    $50 - $94 / night

    "There aren't many campgrounds open in the winter in NH, but this campground just before the entrance to the larger Dolly Copp campground in Gorham is one of them."

    "This is probably the smallest campground I have been to. 10 sites around a loop. Some sites are quite open while a couple are nicely secluded!"

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Recent Reviews near Randolph, NH

1287 Reviews of 274 Randolph Campgrounds


  • 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.

  • Yung H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 7, 2025

    Coos Canyon Campground and Cabins

    Fantastic

    Its a really cool spot to explore. I went when the water was low and was able to adventure where youre not meant to and man was it a blast.Found my own pride rock(lion king) and was able to meditate in silence and be away from all the boaters and atvs was super peaceful with a water near by. The tent campers around me were really solid people aswell.

  • S
    Oct. 4, 2025

    Crocker Pond

    Beautiful spot!!

    7 campsites in a really beautiful place!! We went in early October and about half the sites were full. It was very peaceful and great hiking nearby!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2025

    Jefferson Campground

    Great Mountain Campground

    Nice campground in a beautiful location. This place is a bit off the beaten path of White Mountain tourist areas but is still within easy drive to all the major attractions. We picked this spot for that exact reason. Open field camping in the middle with wooded sites on the edges of the park. I originally chose a site that was a bit too small to properly unhook the trailer but staff helped me get a better location. Site 17 was too tight for 44 ft total length. Switched to site 5 pull through. Some sites face each other for camping with friends. Follow their map to pull in correctly. Staff is excellent and very helpful. Small store on site with necessities and fire wood. FYI Amenities: pool, playground, laundry (affordable) hot showers. Off season so the place was not busy, very quiet. This is on our short list for when we return next year.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 29, 2025

    Grafton Notch Campground

    Amazing place!

    We stayed here 2 nights in late September. The campground is very neat and tidy with lots of nice touches like flowers and seasonal decorations. The sites are gravel & the paths are covered in wood chips - both make walking cleaner because you are out of the dirt and mud. There is a path to the river and 2 picnic tables by the river. The bathhouse is clean and has a large shower with plenty of places to put your soap, shampoo, etc. There are also lots of hooks in the shower and bathroom for your stuff and the shower has a large bench to sit on as you get dressed. There are 2 dishwashing stations outside the bathhouse. Horseshoes and corn hole are on site and there is a well stocked camp store. Lots of information and brochures on the area. The owner is very kind and personable - I am looking forward to coming back!

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 21, 2025

    Town Hall Road Dispersed

    Few Solar/Starlink Options

    If all we needed was a campsite with no solar or starlink, this would be 5 star review. Lots of options, great hiking in the area. But if you need solar or starlink, there’s only 1 or 2 viable spots. We were lucky to snag on one a Monday afternoon (last site before turnaround on FR38) and stayed all week.

  • Joshua M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 19, 2025

    Dolly Copp Campground

    Calm and clean gem

    Went here in mid Fall of '25 and couldnt have been greated by nicer people, had a great private site with water and 30amp hookups. Very dog freindly, many hiking trails in the the area. Next to zero cell phone service.


Guide to Randolph

Camping near Randolph, NH, offers a fantastic escape into nature with beautiful landscapes and plenty of outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are campgrounds that cater to all types of campers.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the stunning trails in the area. Many campers rave about the hiking opportunities. One reviewer at Lafayette Place Campground said, "The water points and restrooms were placed well throughout the campground," making it easy to enjoy a day on the trails without worrying about facilities.
  • Fishing: If you enjoy fishing, Moose Brook State Park Campground is a great spot. A camper shared, "Nice camp store, great access to rivers for fishing. Pulled an 8” brook trout out of a 10’ wide stream onsite."
  • Mountain Biking: For biking enthusiasts, Moose Brook State Park Campground also offers mountain biking trails. One visitor noted, "Staff was friendly and mountain biking trails were good and easy to get to."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A reviewer at Dry River Campground mentioned, "This campground has a lot of amenities like showers and washer/dryers (all coin operated)."
  • Scenic Views: Many campers enjoy the beautiful surroundings. A visitor at Lost River Valley Campground said, "We had a brookside site #88 and being along the brook was beautiful, peaceful and reasonably private."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of campground staff. One camper at Dolly Copp Campground stated, "The staff was very friendly."

What you should know:

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy due to nearby roads. A camper at Lafayette Place Campground noted, "As others have noted, there is a bit of noise from Rt. 93."
  • Privacy Concerns: Campers at Hancock Campground mentioned that "most sites are close together with very little privacy."
  • Reservation Issues: Some campers have faced challenges with reservations. A visitor at Dry River Campground expressed frustration, saying, "The nicest sites were reserved the entire time we were there and they were total no-shows."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for campgrounds with activities for kids. One family at Lost River Valley Campground enjoyed the "tinker bell walk and other activities."
  • Plan for Amenities: Make sure to pick a campground with good facilities. A camper at Moose Brook State Park Campground appreciated the "clean bathrooms and showers."
  • Safety First: Always check for bear boxes and proper food storage. A visitor at Hancock Campground mentioned, "There are many dumpsters and bear boxes throughout the campground."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Dolly Copp Campground noted, "The sites are a little close together, and for winter, there were a number of them being used."
  • Look for Electric Hookups: If you need power, choose campgrounds that offer electric hookups. A camper at Crawford Notch Campground mentioned, "The sites are all nice. Cabins and RV sites with hookups are closer to the entrance."
  • Be Prepared for Fees: Some campgrounds charge for showers or other amenities. A visitor at Dolly Copp Campground shared, "For the showers, you need to pay 10x 25ct (2.50$ in Quarter, for 5min)."

Camping near Randolph, NH, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RV enthusiast seeking adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What RV parks are available in Randolph, Vermont?

For RV camping near Randolph, Country Bumpkins Campground and Cabins is a great choice with spots for both campers and tents along the river, plus ample parking. Another option is Big Rock, a small campground with 28 wooded sites just off the Kancamagus Highway and only a short drive from amenities in nearby towns. Both locations accommodate RVs and provide a good base for exploring the surrounding area while enjoying the natural beauty of the White Mountains region.

Where can I find camping in Randolph, VT?

While Randolph itself has limited camping options, the surrounding White Mountain region offers excellent alternatives. For a secluded experience, Private Field and Woods Camping provides a peaceful nature retreat with beautiful landscapes. Another option is Sugarloaf 2 Campground, which features clean, wooded sites with easy registration and access to excellent hiking trails. Both locations are within reasonable driving distance from Randolph and offer different camping experiences – from private wilderness settings to more established facilities with amenities.

What are the best seasons for camping in Randolph?

The best season for camping around Randolph is summer through early fall (June to October). Lafayette Place Campground in Franconia Notch State Park is particularly popular during this period, offering access to spectacular hiking along the Franconia Ridge and Lonesome Lake. Jigger Johnson Campground along the Kancamagus Highway is another excellent option during these months, providing proximity to hiking, exploring, and swimming spots. Fall brings spectacular foliage, while summer offers warm days perfect for outdoor activities. Many campgrounds in the region close during winter months due to snow and freezing conditions.