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Tent Camping near Somersworth, NH
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Several tent campgrounds populate the area around Somersworth, New Hampshire, offering a mix of established and primitive tent camping options. Salmon Falls River RV Resort in nearby Lebanon, Maine, provides tent sites alongside its RV facilities, while Huttopia Southern Maine in Sanford offers walk-in tent sites set among wooded terrain. Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach also maintains dedicated tent camping areas approximately 30 miles east of Somersworth, with seasonal availability from May through mid-October.
Tent sites throughout the region typically feature standard amenities, though facilities vary significantly between established and primitive locations. Most developed campgrounds provide drinking water, restroom facilities, and designated fire rings at tent sites. Sun Outdoors Saco maintains clean shower facilities and trash collection for tent campers, while more rustic options like Browns Ridge Family Farm have minimal services, offering only basic trash collection and permitted fires. Several locations require reservations, particularly during peak summer months when tent sites fill quickly.
The tent camping experience near Somersworth offers diverse options for those seeking traditional canvas shelter accommodation. Tent campers at Sun Outdoors Saco benefit from trolley service to Old Orchard Beach during summer months, making it convenient for beach access without moving vehicles. Tent sites typically provide more seclusion than RV areas, particularly at locations like Lost Boys Hideout, which features walk-in tent access. While sites closer to established towns offer more amenities, they may experience higher traffic and noise. A visitor noted that "Sites are not too close, clean bathrooms, friendly service" at Sun Outdoors Saco, indicating comfortable spacing for tent setups despite the campground's popularity.
Best Tent Campgrounds near Somersworth (15)
1. Salmon Falls River RV Resort and Family Campground
"Multiple pools, a water slide, high ropes, a jump pad, mini golf and more!!! My niece had so much fun! Sites are close together and they are short staffed but other than that a great place!"
2. Huttopia Southern Maine
Check Availabilityfrom $248 - $374 / night
3. Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach
"The campground sits among tall pine trees which offer nice shade helps alleviate some of the feel of a crowded campground. "
"We tent camped at Saco/Old Orchard Beach KOA. The staff was very friendly and when I called to book the site, they assisted in helping us pick out the nicest campsite."
4. Crown Point Campground
5. Cape Ann Camp Site
"Beautiful rural setting w/ open & tree shaded sites. Full, partial & no hook-up sites for rv’s & tent camping."
"Location works well. Very narrow road coming in after 128. More for smaller RVs and tent camping. Picnic tables could be replaced."
Check Availabilityfrom $36 - $44 / night
6. Viewland Campground
7. Lost Boys Hideout
Check AvailabilityAvailable this weekend
from $49 - $149 / night
8. Military Park New Boston Air Force Station New Boston Recreation Area
9. Squam Lakes Association
"The association maintains about a dozen campsites in the Squam Lake area -- some hike-in and others boat-in only."
"We really enjoyed our stay here - we prefer tent camping and like to be secluded; we are not into RV parks. This was fantastic. Beautiful trails, excellent kayaking, quiet and serene."
Check Availabilityfrom $50 - $110 / night
10. Adventurers Campground
Drive Time
- 49 min from Manchester, NH
- 1 hr 6 min from Portland, ME
- 1 hr 13 min from Lewiston, ME
- 1 hr 13 min from Boston, MA
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Tent Camping Reviews near Somersworth, NH
840 Reviews of 15 Somersworth Campgrounds
Rebecca W.
ScoutBearcamp River Campground
Bearcamp River Campground
Bear camp River campground is a great place to camp for a weekend or be a seasonal. You can walk 6/10 of a mile to the covered bridge nearby and float right down to the beach at the campground or you can start on one side of the campground and float to the other via river for a good 30 minute float!! You get to Camp right on the Riverside. Owners (Mike and Tabby ) are great. Good place for the kids to run around and explore. The Camp store has sweatshirts and sweatpants , candy and snacks ,s’mores kits, and much much more. They also sell wood and ice on site. There is also hot showers for free, and bathrooms. Two thumbs up from this happy camper.
Nancy W.
LegendSea-Vu West Premier RV Resort
Pleasantly surprised.
This campground is mostly seasonal, privately owned park models, but has 45 spaces for RV’s. I was a little skeptical about staying at this campground with so many park models and seasonals but was pleasantly surprised at how nice, clean, and tidy all the sites were. They obviously take pride in how things look because the grounds and campsites were very well-kept.
All campsites are 50/30-amp full hook-up with level gravel pads with grassy patios, a picnic table, and fire pit. We stayed in site#702 which was long enough for our 45’ motorhome and tow car. All the utilities were easy to reach and the electric worked well. The only problem was that we were parked under a large oak tree that was profusely shedding large acorns. There are some sites that are in the open which I would definitely choose, if I came back in the fall. The campground is gated which is a nice feature. It is located a mile or so off Route 1 which means you don’t get the road noise and traffic, but still conveniently located near shops and restaurants.
One nice feature are the shaded walking trails in the park. While they are not super long, it is a nice change from walking the roads (which are paved). Other amenities include a decent size swimming pool (closed while we were there), a basketball court, playground, laundry, and camp store. I thought it was a little expensive at $75/night (for full hook-up) at the end of the season, especially since the pool was closed.
- Nancy W.Legend
Sun Outdoors Wells Beach
Tight sites and expensive, busy area along the Maine coast
We stopped here in the summer to check out the coastal towns in southern Maine. There are many campgrounds in the area and we chose this one because they had a 25% off coupon (on a 7-night stay) which gave us the best nightly price in the area. However, the nightly rate was still$74/night, one reason being they charge a “resort fee” of$15/day which is ridiculous. This is a typical resort-style campground with lots of amenities (most of which we never use). But, for some people, this is a destination campground because of all the amenities- a large heated swimming pool, basketball courts, sand volleyball, bocce, fitness center, two playgrounds, 18-hole minigolf (that you pay extra for), and more.
The campsites in the front of the park are sandwiched between the swimming pool and Route 1 which is very busy and noisy. Campsites in the far back portion of the campground are shaded and a much quieter section. Camping pads and patios are a mix of gravel and sand. Many sites have shade and some have an astroturf patio (I think those are “premium” sites). Our campsite was in the middle section which was fairly quiet but the sites are close together with no privacy. The site was a long and level pull thru with a gravel pad and gravel/sand patio. All sites have a picnic table and fire pit.
There is a tent-only section and they have renal cabins. There is lots to do for families in the area including the beach and amusement and water parks. Restaurants of all sorts are nearby. You can easily walk to Congdon’s Donuts which is a Maine classic.
- Nancy W.Legend
Seacoast Camping and RV Resort
Nice Campground, Love the area!
This is a nice, clean, well-maintained campground for RV and tenting. The campground is located on Route 1 which means you are convenient to a lot of things but there is lots of traffic. Half the campground is seasonal/long term campers and the other side is mostly transients. The roads and campsites are fine crushed gravel with nice grassy patios. The campground is very well maintained (the best part being that the mower collects they cut the grass so no clippings get tracked in your camper). There are some mature trees that provide shade but don’t impede navigating in and out of sites or impacting slide outs.
Campsites range from tent with water/electric to RV water/electric and RV full hook-up 50-amp and full hook-up 30-amp. There are three bathhouses on the property (one of which has a dishwashing sink) and laundry. Tent sites 50-55 are in an are set away from RV sites and more private. They are also close to a large bathhouse with multiple toilets and showers. Tent sites 90-100 are across from a large playground which can be quite chaotic, but if you have kids, this is a great spot.
Our site (#147) was a long pull-thru with a descent amount of space between our neighbors. We got about half a dozen over-the-air channels (one being a major network station) and were able to connect with eastern arc satellites with our Dish Satellite. The 50A electric was good as was the water pressure.
The campground does not have much in the way of amenities except for a game room, basketball court, and playground. The game room is pretty cool with lots of arcade-style games, a pool table, foosball, and table tennis. While we were there, they just finished putting in all new playground equipment and enlarged the size making it really big and a hit with the kids in the park. Once convenience is that maintenance picks up garbage at your site (between 8am– 3pm). Unfortunately, people leave them out after hours and animals got into them and scattered garbage everywhere. We've stayed here before and always enjoy being in the area as it is close to the fun cities of Portsmouth and Newburyport.
Myles T.TravelerSpacious Skies French Pond
Gorgeous pond filled with lily pads!
- DDwain S.Scout
Salisbury Beach State Reservation
Showers were a bit cold. Site had rubbish scattered about.
Thomas B.
RangerSun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach
Good for kids
I have stayed in about 20 campgrounds in the past two months and this was by far the loudest despite being pretty empty. Kids screeching and screaming for about 6 hours a day, including weekdays. Had one come knocking on my door while I was working to try and sell keychains. Some uncontrollable dogs in our loop as well. Despite the lack of peace, the campground itself was in good shape and had a lot of amenities.
Jimmye M.ScoutPowder Horn Family Camping Resort
Great Place
Very Clean. They mow something everyday. Asphalt roads. Easy access to every spot. Extra clean showers and restrooms. They have activities for all ages. But no dog park. Why not? They have plenty of room.
Guide to Somersworth
Tent camping near Somersworth, New Hampshire provides access to diverse landscapes straddling the Maine-New Hampshire border, with seasonal weather patterns influencing camping experiences from May through mid-October. Average summer temperatures range from 60-85°F, with higher humidity levels along coastal camping areas. The region features a mix of wooded inland campsites and sites with easier access to Atlantic beaches about 30 miles east of Somersworth.
What to do
Beach access by trolley: Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach offers campers convenient transportation options during summer months. According to one camper, "This campground is four miles from Old Orchard Beach which is a trip. It is a throw-back from your childhood when carnival rides and funnel cakes made you so happy." Another visitor noted, "In the summer there is a shuttle that takes you to the beach which is convenient."
Wildlife observation: Squam Lakes Association offers primitive camping opportunities near Somersworth with excellent wildlife viewing. A camper shared, "Simple, but gorgeous. The association maintains about a dozen campsites in the Squam Lake area -- some hike-in and others boat-in only." The sites provide opportunities to observe native New Hampshire wildlife in natural habitats.
Local exploration: Within 45 minutes of Somersworth, campers can explore small coastal towns. One visitor to Cape Ann Camp Site mentioned, "Cape Anne is beautiful. Perfect location with access to Rockport - a beautiful place to visit, shop, eat & a great little trail with great views. Beach down the street was big, beautiful and low tide was unexpected as you could walk for ever."
What campers like
Clean facilities: Hygiene standards vary across campgrounds, with better-maintained facilities receiving positive feedback. One camper at Sun Outdoors Saco noted, "We really enjoyed our stay here. The staff was friendly, the bathrooms and grounds were very clean, activities were fun, the playground/pool was nice and the Maine blueberry pancakes were amazing!"
Kid-friendly activities: Salmon Falls River RV Resort in nearby Lebanon, Maine offers extensive children's recreation options. A satisfied visitor reported, "If you have young kids this place is so fun! Multiple pools, a water slide, high ropes, a jump pad, mini golf and more!!! My niece had so much fun!" Another mentioned, "A little of everything at this campground, 2 pools 2 hot tubes, a giant water slide that is even fun for the adults!!!"
Secluded sites: Lost Boys Hideout offers more private camping experiences with walk-in tent sites. A camper noted the improvements: "Nice new tents provided at Sleepy Hollow site. Improvements to the firepit, area all mulched, even some games and water are provided!" This campground features a more rustic experience while still providing basic amenities.
What you should know
Showers may require quarters: Several campgrounds in the region have pay showers. One Cape Ann camper mentioned, "The showers require payment with quarters. I don't know how many quarters it takes because I don't carry change. So I washed my hair in the sink." Be prepared with change for shower facilities.
Seasonal availability: Most campgrounds near Somersworth operate from May through mid-October, with limited off-season options. Squam Lakes Association sites are available "May 1 - November 1," while Cape Ann Camp Site operates from "May 15 - Oct 15." Reservations often open months in advance.
Site quality varies significantly: Viewland Campground demonstrates how marketing can differ from reality. One camper cautioned, "Viewland Campground looked very nice on its website... The road was very narrow and we were very close to some RV's that had been on the property for decades. It felt like an established community of people that reside on a permanent or semi-permanent basis."
Tips for camping with families
Consider activity proximity: Look for campgrounds with multiple on-site activities for children. A visitor to Salmon Falls River reported, "Have great activities daily for the kids a nice store onsite. If I have one issue it would be that it went to a KOA which isn't bad but the transition year seemed a bit wanky."
Evaluate bathroom access: Family camping requires convenient restroom facilities. At Sun Outdoors Saco, one camper observed, "The restrooms and showers were really clean and you constantly saw yellow-shirted people busily working." This regular maintenance makes family camping more comfortable.
Check noise levels: Huttopia Southern Maine in Sanford offers a quieter family camping experience. A visitor noted the campground is "manicured and aimed to be family friendly," making it suitable for families seeking a more peaceful camping experience within 20 minutes of Somersworth.
Tips from RVers
Space considerations: When RV camping near Somersworth, site dimensions matter. At Salmon Falls River, a camper noted, "Campsites are level and site is fairly easy to maneuver with bigger rigs." This information helps RV owners select appropriate sites.
Permanent resident awareness: Several campgrounds near Somersworth have long-term residents. At Viewland Campground, a visitor observed, "We passed many campers that had been on this property permanently, several of which had porches attached or additional rooms built on the side." This can impact the traditional camping atmosphere.
Hookup availability: While researching tent camping near Somersworth, note that some campgrounds prioritize RV services. Cape Ann Camp Site provides "water, sewer, and electric hookups" according to one camper, who added, "All size RVs and tents are welcome," indicating good options for both vehicle types.
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