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Best Campgrounds near Stratham, NH

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Stratham, New Hampshire provides convenient access to numerous developed campgrounds within a short driving distance. Campgrounds like Pawtuckaway State Park and Wakeda Campground offer a range of accommodation options including tent sites, RV hookups, cabins, and glamping. Most facilities are concentrated within a 15-mile radius of Stratham, with several options along the seacoast to the east and wooded inland areas to the west. The region encompasses both state-managed recreation areas and privately owned campgrounds that serve as good base camps for exploring the New Hampshire seacoast region.

The camping season in this region typically runs from early May through October, with peak demand occurring between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends. Many campgrounds require advance reservations, particularly for weekend stays and holiday periods. Most developed sites provide water and electric hookups, with many offering full RV connections including sewer. As one camper noted, "Clean, quiet, well maintained. Lots of pine trees so pine needles and pine pitch can be a slight issue." Road access to campgrounds is generally well-maintained with paved entrances, though some of the tent camping areas may have rougher internal roads. Weather conditions remain moderate throughout the camping season, with occasional summer thunderstorms and cooler fall temperatures in September and October.

Several visitors highlight the diverse terrain options available near Stratham. Campers can choose between waterfront settings along rivers and ponds or more secluded forested environments. Pawtuckaway State Park offers sites around a scenic lake with hiking trails and wildlife viewing opportunities. Wakeda Campground receives consistently positive reviews for its spacious sites and dog-friendly facilities. A review mentioned, "Nice campground with a great location. The campsites are clean, the people are friendly, and very close to the beach." Many campgrounds in the area serve as convenient baselines for day trips to Hampton Beach and other coastal attractions, typically within a 15-20 minute drive. Visitors should note that campgrounds closer to the coast tend to be more heavily booked during summer weekends than those located further inland.

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Best Camping Sites Near Stratham, New Hampshire (161)

    1. Pawtuckaway State Park Campground

    44 Reviews
    Raymond, NH
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 895-3031

    $35 - $140 / night

    "Driving around this past weekend I did notice that some of the sites had damp spots; site 71 was the worst with deep mud on the long approach."

    "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."

    2. Wakeda Campground, LLC

    16 Reviews
    Exeter, NH
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 772-5274

    $48 - $97 / night

    "We had bathrooms located near our site. They were four separate bathrooms that had a sink and toilet and were clean. They did offer showers in another area but I did not use them."

    "Our full hookup site was very close to other sites, so unfortunately we had to deal with some noise issues."

    3. Salisbury Beach State Reservation

    25 Reviews
    Salisbury, MA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 462-4481

    $28 - $38 / night

    "The electrical post and water hookup were placed way behind our site and we could not reach even with our 40’ electrical cord."

    "The feel here is electric, and positive. Lots of RV’s that stay here all summer long. Feels like you are in a tight-knit community, very friendly folks, packed tightly together."

    4. Sea Coast Camping and RV Resort

    10 Reviews
    North Hampton, NH
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 964-5730

    "So clean, friendly staff and plenty to do here or close by. Minutes away from some very nice beaches"

    "Their location is close to Hampton Beach and Rye sea walk and good restaurants including a doughnut shop within walking distance."

    5. Tuxbury Pond RV Campground

    14 Reviews
    South Hampton, NH
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "entrance (seems to happen frequently, I guess)."

    "We went just for one night with a tent because our 5 years old loooves camping, so we reserved this at the last minute, and when we get there, well, the tent sites are way too close to each other, thank"

    6. Beach Rose RV Park

    13 Reviews
    Salisbury, MA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 463-0226

    "Simple, clean, perfect pool set up, quiet and close to beaches and New Hampshire coastline."

    "Beach Rose RV Park in Salisbury, Massachusetts is a small, friendly, family-owned campground near the beach."

    7. Old Stage Campground

    9 Reviews
    Madbury, NH
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 742-4050

    $43 - $47 / night

    "Walking distance to rest rooms and showers. Great owners. 1st trip in a hurricane."

    "Learning to get away from the bad campers."

    8. Exeter Elms Campground

    7 Reviews
    Exeter, NH
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 778-7631

    $45 - $59 / night

    "Site across the path was a little loud, but we were too I imagine... bet it'd be lots of fun for the kiddos."

    "Sites weren’t bad, clean campground, pool & canoe rentals, family activities offered, short drive to the beaches. Primitive camping, waterfront sites & cabins available :)"

    9. Seacoast Camping and RV Resort

    5 Reviews
    North Hampton, NH
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 964-5730

    $38 - $48 / night

    "The two sides are separated by a tree line where the tent sites are located. The park is in a good location and pretty close to the beach, restaurants, shopping and access to Route 1."

    "Our site had big beautiful trees behind us lots of shade. Fire pit is sat on a slab of concrete or something it was amazing!"

    10. Hampton Beach State Park Campground

    7 Reviews
    Hampton, NH
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 926-8990

    $70 / night

    "One side of the campground is bordered by an inlet that fishing boats use to head out from the harbor. Another side is sand dunes, that are the south end of Hampton beach."

    "Hampton Beach SP is a small beachside campground for self-contained RVs only; if you’re in a tent, you may want to look south to Salisbury SP just a few miles across the border into MA."

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  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Beach Rose RV Park

    Nice park

    Owners were helpful on arrival, level concrete pad full hookups. Sites close together but quiet.

  • Utshob A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Bear Brook State Park Campground

    Convenient and fun

    The park was easy to get to, only about half an hour from Manchester. It has kayak rentals and a very well stocked camp store, that was close to the camp sites. Our campsite was only about a hundred feet away from the camp store but still felt private.

    Our campsite also had a fire pit and a picnic table which were great.

    The size of the sites varies quite a bit though as well as their isolation, some were out in the open.

    For cell service: ATT seems to have pretty decent coverage but not Verizon.

  • Kaileigh K.
    Aug. 25, 2025

    Sandy Pines Campground

    Amazing location and campground amenities

    We had an amazing long weekend at Sandy Pines and will definitely plan to return. I loved that there was a tent only area that felt a little more secluded and quiet with some nice privacy between sites. The playground and pool were a hit with the kids. The bathrooms were always clean and single user, some had showers as well. The proximity to goose rocks beach was a major plus!

  • S
    Aug. 23, 2025

    Cold Springs Camp Resort

    All Around Exceptional

    This place is just great! They have clean, flat sites, easy to navigate and get our fifth wheel in. The facilities are spotless. There are numerous pools and hot tubs, activities and the people that work there are just the nicest! Our kids were never scolded for being loud and neither were the adults. We have booked our return trip already and can't wait to go back!

  • d
    Aug. 19, 2025

    Cape Ann Camp Site

    25 cents for a shower

    The aerial photos of this place are very deceiving. This camp ground is the foreground of the main house which, is situated on the top of the hill. The sites are all dirt. There is no concrete pads. There is no WIFI. There is no sewer hook up however, near the street there is a "dump station."  The camp ground is run down and unmaintained. Our site had a fire ring which, was filled with ash. Our first night we woke up to a trailer filled with smoke because, someone near by had a fire in 92 degree heat. Most campers are full time residents. There is no sight of them during the day light hours but, at night they are up and about on bikes and mingling with each other. 

    25 cents per 5 minute hot shower is offered in the public restroom. Some shady people immediate started to hover near the public restroom once we drove up the hill to use the public restrooms. For $70/nite for a view it's not worth it. I was glad to leave- very creepy.

  • R
    Aug. 15, 2025

    Sun Outdoors Wells Beach

    Zero wifi or cell signal

    Stayed back in 2023 with travel trailer and experienced almost zero wifi signal as well as verizon cell signal. Returned this past week and found no improvement whatsoever. This on back half of property. Manager stated they are awar and working on it. (For 2 years?). Could not plan anything, check weather unless you walked or drive up front. Light globes at various sites next to campers lit all night and were annoying so covered with bag. Some sites are just bad..huge pine tree at 428 caused camper to park his angled. Fire wood being sold is all pine & burns up immediately.

  • Cassie G.
    Aug. 12, 2025

    Winding River Campground

    Fun laid back place. This campground has a lot of potential. Some info on their website and Facebook isn’t accurate.

    I would like to share my experience this past weekend at Winding River in Exeter NH. My family of 3 Stayed at tent site 523 in the Oak area. We also had family at 553 and 554 and Cabin 2.

    About site 523: I clearly had one of the largest and most private tent sites. It was set back with a long driveway tucked between 522 and 524. It’s a very steep drop into the river making most sites a little nerve wracking with a little one. Online it said water available nearby. Most sites had a hookup but there wasn’t a one on my site. It looked like there may have been one to share on the road, but I didn’t end up needing to figure that out.

    Tent sites 522 and 524: Along with most of the tent sites these sites were very close to each other, much smaller and closer to the road. I wished my family members had gotten 552 and 553 as they blended together nicely if you are tenting in side by side spaces. The ground was very rocky making staking tents down difficult. They were right next to the bathroom which was convenient but loud. Ventilation in the bathroom was not good so the doors were propped open much of the time and loud hand dryers.

    Shower:

    • This is the smaller of the two bathrooms in the campground. There are 2 showers there. Each with a single insufficient curtain and no hooks on the wall or bench to place things down. Water was hot enough, pressure was ok if you set it to the high power massage-like setting.
    • The showers in other bathroom (near the town center area) had a door and two curtains. Some had hooks (some of which were broken). I almost tripped going in and out of these bathroom stalls because they are raised up but there is no marking on the ground to indicate that.

    Cabin 2: Ac worked well. There was a good sized bed downstairs, smaller beds in two lofts. I was surprised the couch didn’t pull out. Fridge and all dishes were nice and clean. All the cabins seem to have different back porch setups. This porch was smaller than C1. There was a propane grill that smelled rancid with sooo much caked on The burners. The location of the ceiling fan under the other lights in the ceiling gave them a flashing effect that really bothered me.

    Pros:

    • Lower price compared to other campgrounds (but I don’t feel like I got everything advertised on the website)
    • Two playgrounds, both were nice.
    • Water slide was fun
    • We arrived Thursday at the gate and were told how to get to our site, to set up and then come over to the office which was nice.

    Cons:

    • The river is very low and yucky so none of the boating or fishing advertised was possible. likely causing the massive amount of mosquitos.
    • The whole arcade building was was “out of order”
    • The laundry room had two washers (one was broken) and two dryers 2.50 each per load. Not sufficient for a campground this size (especially when people leave their clothes in the machine for 30 mins after they’re done!)
    • Camp store was poorly stocked (multiple empty coolers).
    • Ice $3 per SMALL bag.
    • Wood $10 per bundle and rules say you can’t bring from off-site. I saw people with huge metal bins of wood but was never offered that option when I payed for multiple bundles.
    • Camp store closes at 3 on Sunday and doesn’t open until 11 am during the week (which is also checkout). This made it a little confusing when I wanted to return the golf cart. They have a small area with icecream that is scooped and maybe a kitchen. I never saw it open but I think the sign said open morning to 12 and then again in the evening.
    • The pool was green and cloudy on day 3. I called the office and was told they had just shocked it and that was a result of the copper. I am not informed enough on pool safety so I opted out of swimming on the hottest day of our stay. My son was bummed.
    • Planned activities were only scheduled for Friday and Saturday, when online mentions “daily”. During adult kareoke there were plenty of kids and really poor wifi (wasting so much time between songs).

    And just to add:

    • Staff I encountered was friendly enough, but It would be nice if they wore shirts to identify themselves.
    • Golf cart was great, but cost more than the site per night.
    • Pedal go-carts were available for rent (I didn’t ask a price).
  • Rae Y.
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Saddleback Campground

    Uncomfortable feeling for my girls

    I made everyone stay in the trailer every night , we just didn’t feel comfortable with our girls being out after dark. There was def a lot of questionable rif raf that were definitely on something and it was obvious that there were a few girls there that were working.   Always men working on vehicles.  Family will not go back. Don’t want my daughter around that

  • Savanna B.
    Aug. 8, 2025

    Winding River Campground

    Place is nice, can get loud

    It's a nice campground with a pool and hottub. The store is a little overpriced. Most of the staff is okay but there are some that are a little rude. It can get loud at times but it's mostly chill

Guide to Stratham

Camping near Stratham, New Hampshire, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Kayaking and Swimming: Many campers enjoy the lake views and easy access to water activities. At Pawtuckaway State Park Campground, one visitor said, "Lots of great spots on the water, easy to put a kayak in from." This makes it a perfect spot for water lovers.
  • Hiking: Explore the trails that lead to scenic views. A reviewer at Bear Brook State Park Campground mentioned, "There are many opportunities for hiking, with trails leading to many special points of interest."
  • Beach Fun: If you’re in the mood for some sun, Salisbury Beach State Reservation is a great spot. One camper noted, "Great location. Perfect for a beach weekend or week."

What campers like:

  • Spacious Sites: Campers appreciate the roomy sites at Wakeda Campground. A happy camper shared, "Every site is big. Clean. Store is reasonable."
  • Clean Facilities: Clean restrooms and showers are a big plus. A reviewer at Lorraine Park Campground said, "The sanitary building is clean with good showers."
  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Many campgrounds cater to families. One visitor at Sandy Pines Campground mentioned, "Lots of family-friendly amenities."

What you should know:

  • Pet Policies: If you're bringing a furry friend, check the pet rules. At Pawtuckaway State Park Campground, pets are allowed on trails but not in the campground during summer. A reviewer pointed out, "Pets are NOT permitted in the campground or beach area during the summer season."
  • Crowded During Peak Season: Some campgrounds can get busy, especially in summer. A visitor at Winter Island Park noted, "It gets CROWDED."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have extensive amenities. A camper at Tuxbury Pond RV Campground mentioned, "The park itself is old and a bit rundown."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Campgrounds with Activities: Look for places with playgrounds and organized activities. A reviewer at Lorraine Park Campground said, "There is a well-maintained playground for kids and there are activities planned for kids and adults."
  • Bring Bug Spray: Mosquitoes can be a nuisance, especially near water. A camper at Bear Brook State Park Campground advised, "Bring bug spray!!"
  • Plan for Quiet Hours: Respect quiet hours to ensure everyone has a good time. A visitor at Salisbury Beach State Reservation mentioned, "Loud neighbors after quiet hours."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Tuxbury Pond RV Campground noted, "The correct sites are section J. Section J sites are large pull-through sites and very comfortable."
  • Look for Full Hookups: If you need amenities, find campgrounds with full hookups. A camper at Beach Rose RV Park said, "It has full hook-ups with laundry, showers and a heated pool."
  • Be Prepared for Noise: Some campgrounds can be noisy, especially with kids around. A visitor at Wakeda Campground mentioned, "We could hear our neighbors loudly talking at 2 AM."

Camping near Stratham, New Hampshire, has something for everyone. Whether you're looking for a quiet spot or a family-friendly environment, you'll find a campground that fits your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there RV parks in Stratham, NH?

While Stratham itself has limited RV park options, the surrounding area offers several choices. Exeter Elms Campground is located nearby in Exeter and welcomes RVs with full hookup sites. For coastal options, Beach Rose RV Park provides a clean, quiet setting with proximity to New Hampshire's coastline. Both parks are a short drive from Stratham, making them convenient bases for exploring the region.

What amenities do RV parks in Stratham offer?

RV parks near Stratham typically offer a range of amenities for comfortable stays. Wild Duck Adult Campground & RV Park provides spacious, quiet sites with good location access to beaches and shopping. Seacoast Camping and RV Resort offers water hookups and toilet facilities. Many parks in the region feature clean bathrooms, water and electric hookups, picnic tables, and fire rings. Some campgrounds also provide swimming pools, camp stores, and recreational facilities, enhancing the camping experience while maintaining proximity to Stratham.

What are the seasonal operating dates for RV parks in Stratham?

RV parks near Stratham typically operate seasonally due to New Hampshire's climate. Greenfield State Park Campground, which accommodates RVs, generally opens in late spring (May) and closes in early fall (October). Some visitors have noted visiting early in the season when facilities were just opening. Salisbury Beach State Reservation, another option with RV sites, follows a similar seasonal schedule. Private RV parks in the region may have extended seasons, with some offering limited availability from April through November, depending on weather conditions.

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