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Best Campgrounds near Twin Mountain, NH

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Twin Mountain, New Hampshire serves as a gateway to camping in the White Mountain National Forest, with options ranging from developed campgrounds to dispersed sites. Sugarloaf 1 and 2 Campgrounds provide wooded sites suitable for tents and small RVs, while Twin Mountain-Mt. Washington KOA offers full-service RV sites and cabins. Haystack Road features free dispersed camping with 11 numbered sites along a forest road that leads to the Twin Mountain trailhead. The area's proximity to Franconia Notch and Crawford Notch State Parks makes it a strategic base for exploring multiple hiking trails and natural attractions.

Seasonal considerations heavily impact camping availability in the region. Most campgrounds operate from mid-May through October, with Hancock Campground being one of the few year-round options. Forest roads accessing dispersed camping areas like Haystack Road typically close during winter and reopen in late spring after mud season. Campers should check the White Mountain National Forest website or social media for current road conditions and closures. Cell service varies throughout the area, with better coverage in developed areas and limited to no service on trails and in more remote camping locations. A camper noted, "Haystack Road is perfect for a dirt bag. You get a fire pit and that's it. Right near a great swimming hole and the twin mountains. It is quiet, the sites are far apart."

The White Mountains region attracts visitors seeking both hiking access and natural scenery. Campgrounds near Twin Mountain provide convenient access to popular trails, including the Twin Mountains, Zealand Falls, and routes into the Pemigewasset Wilderness. Several visitors mentioned wildlife encounters as part of the camping experience. "Wildlife like bear and moose will visit you at night. It's almost a certainty, keep your food locked in a bear tight container," advised one reviewer of Haystack Road. Road noise can be an issue at some campgrounds, particularly those situated along highways. Campers seeking quieter experiences often prefer the more remote forest service campgrounds like Sugarloaf 1 and 2, which offer greater privacy and separation between sites but fewer amenities than private campgrounds or KOAs in the area.

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Best Camping Sites Near Twin Mountain, New Hampshire (271)

    1. Dry River Campground — Crawford Notch State Park

    31 Reviews
    Bartlett, NH
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 374-2272

    $35 - $40 / night

    "This state park campground located between Rte 302 and the Dry River in Crawford Notch is a great location for exploring family friendly trails to (Sawyer Pond, Arethusa Falls, Willard Cliffs to name a"

    "Cool location right on the edge of the Dry River Wilderness. Great Basecamp for lots of hikes in the area. Some spots are right on the highway with not much tree cover in between so can be loud."

    2. Lafayette Place Campground — Franconia Notch State Park

    36 Reviews
    Lincoln, NH
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 823-9513

    $35 / night

    "My first time in camping in New Hampshire, the whole area is spectacular and I felt lucky to find a spot in this campground next to the stream."

    "The White Mountains stretch quite some distance. While the Presidential peaks are often considered the jewel of this range, I find the Franconia Ridge just as beautiful and stunning."

    3. Crawford Notch Campground

    24 Reviews
    Bartlett, NH
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 374-2272

    $25 / night

    "-Our site was big and walking around the grounds the other sites appeared to all be pretty good sized as well. They are not lying when they call their sites secluded either!"

    "Cabins and RV sites with hookups are closer yo the entrance, store and road. That latter feature is a bit if a bummer bc the noise from cars and trucks zipping by on route 302 is loud."

    4. Hancock Campground

    28 Reviews
    Lincoln, NH
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 536-6100

    $30 / night

    "Luckily -- we were only about ten minutes from one of our favorite campgrounds in New Hampshire. Let me tell you why we like it so much."

    "This would be one of few places I find acceptable to camp, that are near other people. I usually don't like camping with 20+ other people in one looped area."

    5. Sugarloaf 1 Campground

    11 Reviews
    Twin Mountain, NH
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 536-6100

    $24 / night

    "You won’t have cell service, but you’ll be in a prime location for hitting the trail early, whether you want to head up to Zealand, Hale, or over to Mt Washington."

    "If you need help or have any questions the Hosts (Located in Sugarloaf 2) are very friendly and offer a wealth of knowledge of the area.

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    6. Twin Mountain-Mt. Washington KOA

    10 Reviews
    Twin Mountain, NH
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 846-5559

    "There are tons of hiking trails in and close by the site. And other activities close by for family or adult fun like Story Land? Santa's Village, and more."

    "The trail is right outside the lip of the campsite. Totally had a fun time."

    7. Sugarloaf 2 Campground

    9 Reviews
    Twin Mountain, NH
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 536-6100

    $24 / night

    "Located in the White Mountain National forest near the town of Twin Mountain NH. Small campground suitable for tent camping and small trailers, class B and smaller class C."

    "Access to some of the best hiking in New Hampshire!"

    8. Moose Brook State Park Campground

    29 Reviews
    Gorham, NH
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 466-3860

    $35 - $45 / night

    "This state park is located in the small town of Gorham, New Hampshire."

    "This campground is just north bordering the White Mountain NF. Close to northern trailheads. NH take care in keeping their parks orderly.

    Nice site."

    9. Guyot Shelter - Dispersed Camping

    9 Reviews
    Deerfield, NH
    8 miles
    Website

    $15 / night

    "Step walk in and out though most of the tent plat forms have amazing views. I have stayed here twice and had great experiences."

    "Privy is a bit of a walk. And the eating area is very small. X3 bear boxes.

    Great Water source right near the eating area.

    Loved this site!"

    10. Twin Mountain Campground

    8 Reviews
    Twin Mountain, NH
    0 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 846-5513

    $38 - $50 / night

    "Who I believe to be the owners working in the store at the entrance were super friendly and helpful."

    "It tends to be quiet due to restrictions against playing music outside your tent/trailer."

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  • Erin D.
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Lost River Valley Campground

    Dirty and Disappointing

    Here’s the revised version of your review with the laundry issue added in seamlessly:⸻ I came to this campground after seeing it advertised in a New Hampshire magazine, noting that it had once been recommended by Yankee Magazine. Unfortunately, it seems that recommendation must have been from many years ago, because what we experienced was nothing like what was promised. From the moment we arrived, it was clear the property was extremely rundown. The entrance and camp store were full of broken wood, broken signs, and musty smells. The bathrooms were absolutely atrocious—filthy, smelly, and clearly not maintained. They may not have been updated in years, but they could at least be kept clean, and they were not. The playgrounds—despite this being advertised as a family-friendly campground—were unsafe and neglected. Structures were practically falling down, weeds were everywhere, and one so-called playground was nothing more than a tarp on the ground with a tiny jungle gym. The game room was equally disappointing: dirty, moldy, and unusable. We had also looked forward to using the laundry facilities, but they were completely out of order and appeared to have been that way for quite some time. This was extremely disappointing and added to the sense that the entire campground is neglected. The swimming area was also a major letdown. The water was murky and uninviting—I wouldn’t even consider kayaking or putting my feet in it. Calling it a“beach” is misleading; it was unkempt and unpleasant. Overall, this campground was an extreme disappointment. It felt neglected, unsafe, and unhygienic in every way. I will not be returning, and I would strongly caution others to look elsewhere for a true family-friendly New Hampshire camping experience.⸻ Would you like me to shorten this into a punchier version(since some review sites have word limits), or keep it as a full detailed account for maximum impact?

  • Josh S.
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Mountain Lake Camping Resort

    Great campground for families!

    If you're looking for a safe, family friendly, quiet campground this is it.

    Pool with water slides for kids, Kayaks, paddle boats, canoes, playground with slides and a pirate ship.

    Strict quiet hours at 1030 make it very quiet in the evening with no worry of loud parties keeping you up.

    Super clean restrooms and sites and a camp store with about everything in it.

    10 minute drive to the cute town of Lancaster which has coffee shops, brewery, restaurants, bakery and groceries.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 28, 2025

    White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road

    Chill spots with nearby creek and river

    Highwater trail with bridge close by. Great stars. Creek runs through road near sites good for getting water to filter or washing. Trailhead at end of road.

  • Dale S.
    Aug. 23, 2025

    Nauman Tentsite

    Perfect Camping Adventure in White Mountains

    This campsite sounds like a perfect spot for nature lovers who enjoy rugged terrain and peaceful surroundings. The mix of wooden platforms, nearby water sources, and bear protection measures shows how well-prepared it is for group camping. Exploring trails like the Appalachian or enjoying the views from Mount Washington would make the trip even more memorable— almost like the adventure and excitement you find in an android game.

  • Greg D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 22, 2025

    Lazy Lions Campground

    Nice quiet place

    Nice campground with plenty of shade, well maintained and decent restrooms. The showers are ok and cost a quarter for 4 minutes. Our site was level and along with a picnic table, they also provide two Adirondack chairs (plastic) and a fire ring.

  • Amanda B.
    Aug. 21, 2025

    White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road

    Fabulous Front Backcountry Camping

    8 huge, beautiful campsites in the heavily wooded Evans Notch section of The White Mountains National Forest. It's easy to forget there are other people camping on other sites because they're so far apart. It's wonderfully relaxing and quiet. The only thing I regret not bringing with me is a table to put my camp stove on.

  • J
    Aug. 20, 2025

    Plymouth Sands Camping Area

    Nice campground with amenities and friendly owners

    The campground is in a convenient location near lots of hiking trails and attractions. The sites are decently spacious and have various configurations for utilities. There is a nice beach on the river with a rope swing and ability to swim. We were there while the water was fairly low, so it was great for kids. Firewood is available on site. There is a bathroom with a few stalls and sinks that is well kept and clean. The showers are quarter operated with a coin heat lamp as well for the colder seasons. The office has a lending library of games available. The couple that owns the campground are very friendly and have owned it for 3 seasons now and they have done a great job making sure that amenities are kept up and upgrades are being made.

  • jonathan M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Ladd Pond Cabins And Campground

    Hidden gem

    Stayed in a tent they do have multiple tent sites RV sites and cabins available more than enough room for tents they have a beautiful pond in the back they have showers or a shower and toilet for those that need it a common room for those that want to cook food play games watch movies. it's about 11 minutes to the grocery store in downtown colebrook. The owners are amazing people they are very nice and kind. This place is really a hidden gem

  • bwillz1986 W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 15, 2025

    Crocker Pond

    Gem

    Nice gem. Toilets were pristine. Very peaceful. Not all sights have drive in access so get here early

Guide to Twin Mountain

Camping near Twin Mountain, New Hampshire, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: The area is surrounded by stunning trails. Many campers enjoy the nearby hiking options, with one reviewer mentioning, "The campground is only a short drive away from an endless amount of hiking options."
  • Fishing: If you love fishing, you’re in luck! Campers have pulled trout from local streams, with one saying, "I pulled an 8” brook trout out of a 10’ wide stream onsite."
  • Exploring: Check out the local attractions. One camper noted, "Close to tons of activities near White Mountains National Forest."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Many campers appreciate the cleanliness of the campgrounds. A visitor to Moose Brook State Park Campground said, "Bathrooms were clean and there is a nice wash station to do dishes."
  • Friendly staff: Campers often mention the helpfulness of the staff. One review from Lost River Valley Campground highlighted, "The staff in the office and store has been friendly."
  • Beautiful surroundings: The natural beauty of the area is a big draw. A camper at Hancock Campground remarked, "The sites are all nice. Cabins and RV sites with hookups are closer to the entrance, store and road."

What you should know:

  • Noise levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy due to nearby roads. A visitor at Lafayette Place Campground mentioned, "There is a bit of noise from Rt. 93."
  • Site privacy: Campers have noted that some sites are close together, which can affect privacy. One reviewer at Crawford Notch Campground said, "Every site is surrounded by other campers close enough to make eye contact."
  • Reservation challenges: Some campgrounds have a first-come, first-serve policy, which can be tricky. A camper at Dry River Campground expressed frustration with the reservation system, stating, "The nicest sites were reserved the entire time we were there and they were total no-shows."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose the right campground: Look for family-friendly options. One camper at Moose Hillock Camping Resort said, "Kid friendly 110%! Other campers were friendly."
  • Plan for activities: Make sure to have activities for kids. A visitor noted, "There’s so much for kids to do and activities were awesome as well."
  • Check for amenities: Look for campgrounds with clean bathrooms and showers. A camper at Dolly Copp Campground mentioned, "The restrooms/shower facilities are all new."

Tips from RVers:

  • Site selection: Choose sites that accommodate larger RVs. One reviewer at Lost River Valley Campground said, "The sites are large, wooded, and private."
  • Watch for road noise: Some RV sites are near busy roads. A camper at Crawford Notch Campground noted, "The noise from cars and trucks zipping by on route 302 is loud."
  • Be prepared for limited hookups: Some campgrounds may not have full hookups. A visitor at Moose Brook State Park Campground mentioned, "This is a no electric hookup and no dump station park."

Camping near Twin Mountain, New Hampshire, has something for everyone. Just be sure to plan ahead and choose the right spot for your needs!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Twin Mountain, NH?

According to TheDyrt.com, Twin Mountain, NH offers a wide range of camping options, with 271 campgrounds and RV parks near Twin Mountain, NH and 12 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Twin Mountain, NH?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Twin Mountain, NH is Dry River Campground — Crawford Notch State Park with a 4.8-star rating from 31 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Twin Mountain, NH?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 12 free dispersed camping spots near Twin Mountain, NH.

What parks are near Twin Mountain, NH?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 12 parks near Twin Mountain, NH that allow camping, notably White Mountain National Forest and Union Village Dam.

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