Cabins near Silver Lake, New Hampshire provide access to the White Mountains region with elevations ranging from 500 to over 3,000 feet in the surrounding peaks. The area experiences distinct seasonal changes with warm summers averaging 75-85°F and cool nights, making cabin camping comfortable from May through October. Water access is plentiful with the Swift and Saco Rivers offering natural swimming areas.
What to do
River recreation: At Whits End Campground, visitors can enjoy multiple river access points. "Beautiful area by Mount Chacora as well as wooded sites. You can tube down the river, it's peaceful and clean with great views," notes Heather M. The campground features five small beach areas along the river.
Nature trails: Covered Bridge Campground offers direct access to hiking trails. "The campground location is great - close to towns and many trails. Make sure to hike Boulder Loop - we hopped on straight through the woods from our campsite," reports Casey L. The Boulder Loop Trail connects directly to the campground and offers vista views.
Water activities: Paddle sports are popular at many lakefront locations. "Danforth Bay has been the staple campground for my family through the years. Its rare to find a campground with so many spacious wooded sites overlooking the water. I always appreciate the onsite kayak rentals for exploring the river that runs along the campground," explains Jake C.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Danforth Bay Camping & RV Resort receives praise for generous campsite sizes. "The site we had was huge! Will come back!!" confirms Randy R. Another visitor adds, "Located about 30 minutes south of Conway and on a bay that connects to Lake Ossippee, this is a great location and great campground. Very well spread out, with sites great for tents, pop-ups as well as the biggest of RV's."
Beach access: Many cabin campers appreciate direct water access. "We love the golf carts and sandy beaches as well as the proximity to North Conway and Lake Ossipee," reports Katelyn D. at Danforth Bay. At Saco River Camping Area, one visitor notes, "You can take a short walk to the pavilion and put a tube in and float the river back around to the beach area. We did it 4 times!"
Pet-friendly options: For those traveling with pets, several campgrounds accommodate dogs. "Very pet friendly with dog park, agility equipment, dog pond and dog wash," writes Marla B. about Chocorua KOA. The dedicated dog swimming area provides a unique amenity rarely found at other campgrounds.
What you should know
Reservation timing: Most cabin accommodations require advance booking, especially during summer months. "We stayed during the Independence Day holiday. It was wicked hot, but being right on the river made it easy to jump in and cool down," reports Joseph N. about his July visit to Saco River Camping Area.
Seasonal considerations: Water levels can vary significantly throughout the season. At Whits End, Susan L. notes, "River is great, even when low you can still tube it!!" Operating seasons typically run May through October, with some campgrounds having shorter windows.
Wildlife awareness: Jellystone Park Glen Ellis staff provides specific wildlife guidance. "After checking in, one of the camp staff came by because they had forgotten to remind us to take care of our food and gear at night as there are black bears in the area," explains Joseph N. Several campgrounds report bear activity in the region.
Tips for camping with families
Activity options: Family-focused campgrounds provide structured recreation. At Jellystone Park Glen Ellis, "They loved the Waterpark and the foam party! It was Christmas in July week, and they had so many events planned for the week. Included in your stay is Mini golf, shuffle board, the Waterpark, hayrides, movie night, magicians and more," reports Iris A.
Swimming areas: Look for campgrounds with multiple water options. "Great amenities for kids including a kids pool and also a saltwater pool," Steve K. notes about his stay at Danforth Bay. At Tamworth Camping Area, sites offer direct river access: "The lots are huge with fire pits. Our site was right on the river! You can swim right in the river," Betty F. explains.
Cabin selection: When booking with kids, consider proximity to bathrooms and recreational areas. "We stayed at site M-9 and M-10," mentions Michael M. about his stay at Danforth Bay, noting the convenience of these sites to facilities. For families needing more space, some campgrounds offer larger cabin options suitable for extended families.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: RVers recommend researching site dimensions before booking. "Campsite was clean and mostly level," notes Laurie about Tamworth Camping Area. For those with larger rigs, Danforth Bay offers "Very nice campground, on the lake. We were just passing through and didn't explore much, but this place is definitely going on the 'return' list. Staff is great, sites are spacious and great," according to Jason E.
Road access: Some campgrounds have challenging access roads. At Covered Bridge Campground, Norma S. warns, "The road in for RVs is not terrific. There is about a 1/2 mile that is mostly one lane (with a drop off on one side) and if someone is coming decisions have to be made."
Cabin alternatives: When RV sites are full, rental cabins provide a backup option. The rental units at Westward Shores Camping Area provide accommodation for various group sizes, with options that "sleep 8-20 (at significantly higher prices)" according to Jean C. who visited the property.
