Best Campgrounds near Temple, NH

Campgrounds surround Temple, New Hampshire in the Monadnock region, with options ranging from state parks to private RV resorts. Greenfield State Park Campground offers wooded tent and RV sites about 10 miles northwest of Temple, while Spacious Skies Seven Maples in nearby Hancock provides cabin accommodations. The area features a mix of family-friendly facilities with amenities like showers and electric hookups alongside more rustic camping experiences.

Road conditions and campground accessibility vary seasonally, with most facilities operating from May through mid-October. Winter closures affect nearly all public campgrounds in the region, though some private facilities like The Pine Campground remain open year-round. "Very large campground with lots of woods to block you from other campers," noted one visitor about Greenfield State Park. Many campgrounds require advance reservations during peak summer weekends, especially for waterfront sites. Cell coverage can be spotty in more remote areas, particularly in the western portions near Mount Monadnock where terrain becomes more rugged.

Campers report high satisfaction with sites featuring water features, such as The Pine Campground where several tent and RV sites back up to small streams. "You can hear the water running, especially at night," one camper mentioned about these streamside locations. State parks in the area typically provide more secluded sites with natural buffers between camping spots. Most campgrounds maintain shower facilities and restrooms, though cleanliness standards vary across locations. Private campgrounds generally offer more amenities including swimming pools, game rooms, and onsite stores. Many campgrounds in the region enforce quiet hours after 10 PM, particularly on weekends when occupancy rates increase. Wildlife viewing opportunities exist throughout the region, with forested campgrounds providing habitat for various New England woodland species.

Best Camping Sites Near Temple, New Hampshire (129)

    1. Greenfield State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    Bennington, NH
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 547-3497

    $29 - $87 / night

    "Easy access to a bathroom (which was very clean). Quiet neighbors, everyone around us observed the quiet hours (10p-7a) and even during the day no one was super loud."

    "Nice views of the lake, swimming, wide open sites, not too over crowded! I'd definitely go back!"

    2. Gilson Pond Area Campground — Monadnock State Park

    19 Reviews
    Jaffrey, NH
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 532-2416

    $29 - $35 / night

    "Gilson Pond Campground is small— just 37 sites nestled into the woods near a swampy, but beautiful pond in Jaffrey, New Hampshire."

    "This was my first time to New Hampshire so I wasn’t quite sure what to expect from the state parks there. I was not disappointed."

    3. Friendly Beaver Campground

    13 Reviews
    New Boston, NH
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 487-5570

    $60 - $130 / night

    "The views outside our camper window is amazing. We’re surrounding be trees and it’s breathtaking when surrounded by freshly fallen snow."

    "I prefer trees, but this wont keep us away from trying out RV sites this year."

    4. Spacious Skies Seven Maples

    11 Reviews
    Hancock, NH
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 525-3321

    $54 - $999 / night

    "The shower worked well and it was nice not to have to walk to the restrooms, though they were close by. Our stay was during the week so it wasn’t very crowded."

    "We loved being next to the large field and basketball court where we watched the kids play without having to worry where they disappeared to."

    5. The Pine Campground

    7 Reviews
    Ashby, MA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 386-7702

    "Small river/ brook rind behind the campground.   Some shots have nice sound of river right behind the sites.  No pond or pool for swimming."

    6. Woodmore Family Campground and RV Park

    6 Reviews
    Rindge, NH
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 899-3362

    $42 - $65 / night

    "the rules but everybody does and it's a good experience, everyone is very friendly the owners are wonderful people and super friendly very helpful it's clean they offer a lot of stuff to do right on a lake"

    "Lake access with kayaks , some local hiking. Major grocery store nearby along with Walmart."

    7. Lake Dennison Recreation Area Campground

    14 Reviews
    Foster Lake, OR
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 297-1609

    $17 - $35 / night

    "The loop closer to the entrance has a lot of private sites. Although if you have one closer to the main road, it is quite noisy with road sounds. But many of the sites in the middle are more quiet."

    "As a caveat, waterfront in this instance was more of a water view as the lake was on the other side of the campground road and a large open area with trees."

    8. Otter River State Forest

    14 Reviews
    Baldwinville, MA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 939-8962

    $17 - $55 / night

    "The camp ground is clean nice with lots of trails for hiking and biking.  The bathrooms were clean and water was easy close to the camp ground.  "

    "Swimming in a pond or a short drive to a bigger lake (camping pass covers both). One of my favorites. It's kind of a hidden gem in north central Massachusetts."

    9. Pearl Hill State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    West Townsend, MA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 597-2850

    $17 - $35 / night

    "We really lucked out with getting one of a few sites left on Memorial Day weekend - after walking the campground, I think we would have chosen the same one again! "

    "It was like walking with fur on the bottom of our shoes. The dog also got needles stuck all over and we had to use our COVID alcohol gel to get the glue off. "

    10. Spacious Skies Minute Man

    28 Reviews
    Ayer, MA
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 772-0042

    $39 - $999 / night

    "The pool is huge and clean and there is a ton of seating around. The shop has everything you could need. There are horseshoes, can jam, basketball, and bocce. There’s a playground and a rec room."

    "Easily accessible by car to shopping, groceries, etc. but no hiking or good walking paths from the campground."

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Recent Reviews near Temple, NH

621 Reviews of 129 Temple Campgrounds


  • Lin C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 10, 2025

    Spacious Skies French Pond

    Best Camp in the area

    I am enjoying this camp still, even after 6 months. Management is wonderful and attentive. They take great care of the whole camp and us campers. Fun events are scheduled on the regular!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 2, 2025

    Ashuelot River Campground

    Nice ‘n Easy campground

    We stayed for 3 days off season so not busy. Sites located along the river are wooded, field sites are very open great for seeing the stars at night. Sites have fire rings with excellent airflow for good burning with low smoke. Hook ups are in great condition for power, water, sewer. Showers and bath house on site. Laundry and game room at office area. Office staff was very helpful and they’re open later into the day til 7 PM. Good firewood and large bundle delivered for $15 to your site. We passed over this site on our first trip to the area but are glad we came here and we’re planning to return. Follow the website directions to get here as there are covered bridges in the area with low Clearance and low weight limits.

  • Rae-Ann W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 29, 2025

    Ashuelot River Campground

    Another great trip to Ashuelot River Campground

    We spent another great weekend at the Ashuelot River Campground. We recently purchased a new-to-us camper and wanted to get in a trip or two before putting it away for the winter. This was our 2nd visit to Ashuelot.

    We were in site 59, a pull-through with water and 30/50 amp service. The site was level and easy to get into and park. We were in a fully wooded area on the left side of the campground, which we prefer. They have sites located in fully open areas, as well as some that are partially wooded and have river access. There is a nice mix.

    Having good weather, we took a lazy tube ride from one side of the campground to the other. It has been quite dry in the area, so they are experiencing a drought. However, a little rain in the week got the river moving a bit. We were able to enjoy a nice, slow drift around the campground.

    We thoroughly enjoyed our time again and will definitely be back.

  • Mindie C.
    Sep. 20, 2025

    Hanscom AFB FamCamp

    Great stop

    Lovely campground. Clean, good WiFi. Kind campers. Will be back

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 18, 2025

    Woodmore Family Campground and RV Park

    Good Campground

    Stayed for over a week off season , mid September. Very quiet during the week , weekend is Party Time when the gang pulls in on Friday Night. Very loud until after 10:00 on Friday / Saturday. 50 percent or more is seasonal camp sites. Sites in back are ok with trees and different levels. Sites are a little closer than I usually find. Neighbors are very considerate on site privacy. Owners are exceptionally helpful and work hard to keep the site functioning and clean. Coin operated showers with hot water, mostly nice and clean except after a crowd gets packed and checks out Sunday AM. Laundry room takes quarters for machines. Small store at office which was open every day. Game room with wi fi. Pool , playground , volleyball area. Good size wood bundle for $10 , delivered directly to your site. Lake access with kayaks , some local hiking. Major grocery store nearby along with Walmart.

  • 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.

  • Kenneth P.
    Aug. 28, 2025

    Fort Dummer State Park Campground

    Not So Bad

    We spent one night at site #20 and enjoyed our stay.  It was rather peaceful other than the hum of I-91. The staff was friendly and helpful. The sites were generally wooded, pretty level, and fairly spread apart from one another.  I saw no signs of the problems identified in the June 2025 review.  Yes, I must agree that the restrooms are old, but they were clean.  The other problems might happen anywhere and were obviously brought under control.  Clearly, the writer of the June 2025 post knew way more than any weekend camper would be aware of and this shows that is more to their story that should have been revealed in their post.


Guide to Temple

Camping near Temple, New Hampshire, offers a great mix of outdoor fun and relaxation. With beautiful parks and campgrounds, you can enjoy nature while making lasting memories with family and friends.

What to do

  • Hiking: Explore the scenic trails at Pawtuckaway State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "So many lovely waterfront sites, clean facilities, camp store and beach are great."
  • Water Activities: Enjoy kayaking or canoeing at Bear Brook State Park Campground. A camper shared, "The campground has a beach, a playground, a ball field, and a store."
  • Wildlife Watching: Visit George Washington State Campground for a chance to see local wildlife. One reviewer noted, "Very clean, not as busy, and has all the basics."

What campers like

  • Spacious Sites: Campers appreciate the large, private sites at Greenfield State Park Campground. A long-time visitor said, "If you like large sites in a wooded setting with many private ones, this is the place."
  • Clean Facilities: Many enjoy the well-maintained restrooms and showers at Normandy Farms Campground. One guest mentioned, "The bathrooms/showers are spotless with piped-in music and hairdryers."
  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Campgrounds like Jamaica State Park Campground are great for families. A parent shared, "The kids were able to safely ride bikes on the camp roads, sites were large and well spaced out."

What you should know

  • Pet Policies: If you're bringing pets, check the rules. At Pawtuckaway State Park Campground, pets are allowed on trails but not in the campground or beach area during summer. A reviewer noted, "Leashed pets are welcome on hiking trails only."
  • No Hookups: Many campgrounds, like Woodford State Park Campground, do not offer electric hookups. A visitor mentioned, "Be prepared for no hook-ups but there is a dump station for self-contained toilets."
  • Crowded Weekends: Expect busier conditions on weekends. One camper at Greenfield State Park Campground said, "The weekend was packed! Our neighbors were playing karaoke till 11pm."

Tips for camping with families

  • Plan Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and organized activities. At Normandy Farms Campground, a parent said, "It has so many things for the kids to do."
  • Pack Snacks: Bring plenty of snacks and drinks, especially if you're camping at places like Salisbury Beach State Reservation, where nearby stores can be pricey. A camper advised, "Make sure you stock up before you get there; stuff is expensive at the corner stores."
  • Choose the Right Site: Look for sites that offer privacy and space. A family at Jamaica State Park Campground enjoyed, "The sites were large and well spaced out from each other."

Tips from RVers

  • Bring Leveling Blocks: Some sites may not be level, as noted by a visitor at Normandy Farms Campground. They said, "We have a 25” B+ and basically had to park sideways and use a lot of leveling blocks."
  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Minute Man Campground mentioned, "Some of the FHU sites are pretty tight."
  • Utilize Campground Amenities: Take advantage of the amenities offered at campgrounds like Woodford State Park Campground. A camper noted, "The bathrooms are BEAUTIFUL! The nicest I've seen yet."

Camping near Temple, NH, has something for everyone, whether you're looking for a family getaway or a peaceful retreat in nature.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Temple, NH?

According to TheDyrt.com, Temple, NH offers a wide range of camping options, with 129 campgrounds and RV parks near Temple, NH and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

Which is the most popular campground near Temple, NH?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Temple, NH is Greenfield State Park Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 21 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Temple, NH?

According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Temple, NH.

What parks are near Temple, NH?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 parks near Temple, NH that allow camping, notably Edward MacDowell Lake and Tully Lake.