Campers near Stoddard, New Hampshire have access to various RV campgrounds within a 30-mile radius. The area sits at approximately 1,300 feet elevation with a cooler climate than surrounding regions, making summer camping particularly comfortable with temperatures typically 5-10 degrees cooler than nearby valleys. The Stoddard region features dense northern hardwood forests and numerous small lakes and ponds for fishing and water recreation.
What to do
Hiking on marked trails: Tree Farm Campground in Springfield offers onsite hiking trails with streams and small waterfalls. "There's a cozy lounge room to hang out in with games, books, crayons, and puzzles; a dog park with toys included; and fabulous hiking trails with lots to see, including a pond, waterfalls, and streams," notes one visitor to Tree Farm Campground.
Swimming in natural quarries: Several campgrounds provide access to natural swimming areas beyond the typical pool amenities. "Great location near a fantastic quarry, country store, and Manchester shopping. The camp grounds were family friendly and quiet. They even had rabbits and chickens for the kids to enjoy," reports a camper who stayed at Dorset RV Park.
Water recreation opportunities: Jamaica State Park Campground offers river access and seasonal whitewater adventures. "In the Spring the water is released behind Ball Dam, creating a white water adventure. The prime lean-to sites on the water are beautiful and spacious," explains a review from a recent visitor.
What campers like
Private, wooded sites: Many campgrounds near Stoddard feature wooded areas with ample space between sites. At Jamaica State Park Campground, a camper noted, "Some sites, however, were a little close together, so if you're looking for total privacy choose your site wisely. We hiked the west river trail (which leads right out of the campground) to Hamilton falls."
Clean facilities: Campground cleanliness ranks highly in visitor satisfaction. "Shower house was clean, sites are relatively spacious and you aren't too close to your neighbor, but the sewer lines were a bit close to you and your picnic table in the loop," mentions one visitor about their experience at Tree Farm Campground.
Family-focused activities: Campgrounds in the region organize regular events for families. "This campground is very friendly... a lot of seasonal folks. We had a nice corner site which fit our 34' rig just fine. The sandy beach is nice but the swimming area is quite weedy," reports a camper who stayed at Sandy Beach Campground.
What you should know
Seasonal operations: Most RV campgrounds Stoddard, New Hampshire area operate from May through mid-October. "We tent camped here with 2 other families in the summer of 2019. Everything was clean, staff was friendly and attentive. Pool was clean, they have a great wiffleball park," explains a visitor to Woodmore Family Campground.
Site leveling challenges: Uneven sites can be an issue at certain campgrounds. "Our site was level but some definitely were not. We got twenty or so television channels with the cable hookup. The hookups were all well-placed and we didn't have any issues with the electric," states a camper from Dorset RV Park.
Variable Wi-Fi quality: Internet connectivity varies significantly between campgrounds. "I work remotely, so having internet access is mandatory, we were able to use our AT&T hotspot with decent service. That worked well enough for my needs, so I didn't test the onsite WiFi," reports a visitor to Newfound RV Park.
Tips for camping with families
Beach access considerations: When camping with children, beach quality varies between locations. "The sandy beach is nice but the swimming area is quite weedy. Our biggest issue though was the over-abundance of gypsy moth worms. Crawling over everything and the concern of bringing them home with us to infest our trees," notes a camper at Sandy Beach Campground.
Playground availability: Several campgrounds offer playground facilities for children. "When we arrived we were asked if we wanted to be escorted to our site. The roads and campsites are gravel and a little tight to get around because of all the trees but we were able to manage in our 45' motorhome," shares a visitor from Dorset RV Park.
Seasonal events calendar: Check with campgrounds about scheduled activities before booking. "We enjoyed our stay. The first site we got was way too small for our tent and they accommodated us and gave us a choice of two others to pick from. A lot of seasonal people but friendly. Playground is on the beach," explains a camper from Sandy Beach Campground.
Tips from RVers
Site selection for larger rigs: RVers with larger motorhomes should call ahead for appropriate site assignments. "When we arrived we were asked if we wanted to be escorted to our site. The roads and campsites are gravel and a little tight to get around because of all the trees but we were able to manage in our 45' motorhome," shares a visitor from Newfound RV Park.
Electrical supply variations: RV campers report inconsistent electrical service at some campgrounds. "Our compacted ground site was level and had a dedicated patch of grass with a small tree. We personally felt that the sites were all well-spaced, we've been in campgrounds much, much closer," notes a camper who stayed at Newfound RV Park.
Campground navigation challenges: Some campgrounds have narrow roads that require careful navigation. "The roads and campsites are gravel and a little tight to get around because of all the trees but we were able to manage in our 45' motorhome," explains an RVer from Dorset RV Park.
