Campgrounds near Wilmot, New Hampshire vary widely in seasonal availability, with many operating from May through October when temperatures range from 45-80°F. The region sits within the Lakes Region at elevations between 700-1,200 feet, creating distinct microclimates that affect camping conditions. Winter RV options are limited but available at select year-round facilities that maintain plowed access roads.
What to do
Swimming at natural beaches: Sandy Beach Campground in Contoocook offers lake access with designated swimming areas. "The sandy beach is nice but the swimming area is quite weedy," notes one camper at Sandy Beach Campground, who still enjoyed their corner site that accommodated their 34' rig.
Hiking to waterfalls: Jamaica State Park Campground provides access to multiple waterfall trails within walking distance. A visitor shares, "Hike the scenic trail and take a right upward to Hamilton Falls, a gorgeous waterfall!! But heed the warning sign, people really have died at this waterfall, as recently as summer of 2016." The Jamaica State Park Campground offers riverside camping with multiple hiking options.
Paddling opportunities: Rental equipment is available at several campgrounds for water activities. "Sandy beach by the water has plenty of room to relax out in the sun as well as launch areas to set out in a paddle boat, canoe or row boat, all available on site," mentions a camper about their experience at Sandy Beach Campground.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Campgrounds in the region maintain high cleanliness standards year-round. "Squeaky clean - and that's not always easy especially in the winter when everyone drags snow, slush and mud into the bathroom. Thank you for sticking to such high standards," reports a winter camper at Meredith Woods Four Season Camping.
Nature trails on property: Some campgrounds feature private trails for guest use. "A fun plus to the campground was the nature walk and stream on the property. This was a great place to take our dog for a quick walk. There's even a little 'wishing' bridge that crosses the stream," notes a visitor at Newfound RV Park.
Family activities: Woodmore Family Campground provides organized events and recreation areas. "Pool was clean, they have a great wiffleball park," shares a tent camper at Woodmore Family Campground and RV Park, who visited with multiple families in 2019.
What you should know
Seasonal pest issues: Certain times of year may bring unwelcome visitors to campsites. "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," reported a camper at Sandy Beach Campground.
Gate access deposits: Most campgrounds require cash deposits for entry gates. "Cons: Lots of rules: must provide a $10.00 refundable cash deposit for gate card, bring cash or else enjoy the atm fees," mentions a winter camper at Meredith Woods.
Visitor fees: Some campgrounds charge for day visitors. A Meredith Woods camper noted, "My brother in law came to pick up clothes for his kids from us and we had to pay $8.00 for him to be in the camp for 45 min, it sucks to be nickel and dimed."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Check playground suitability for your children's ages. "Family with kids the only down, wish the playground was bigger, and height smaller. Not a structure for small children," advises a visitor at Meredith Woods Four Season Camping.
Campground activities: Look for organized events that appeal to different age groups. "They also offer wifi and lots of add-on activities for the kids like tie-dying, hay rides etc and you can have their mascot deliver donuts to your campsite on certain days," shares a camper at Great Escapes RV Resort.
Site selection: Corner sites often provide more space for families. "The grounds were beautiful and the sites were a good size. Very happy with the facility," mentions a tent camper at Woodmore Family Campground about their spacious accommodations.
Tips from RVers
Elevation challenges: Approach steep roads with caution in larger rigs. "We knew the moment we started going up the hill we wouldn't be getting down unscathed. Our 42 foot fifth wheel hit the road going up it, then severely drugged down the hill," warns a traveler about mountain access roads.
Winter camping amenities: Heated facilities make off-season camping more comfortable. "Indoor pool and hot tub are amazing on a snowy frigid winter day. Utility sink for dishes available in heated bathhouse," notes a winter RVer at Meredith Woods Four Season Camping.
Site types for big rigs: Pull-through options provide easier access. "Small but well organized campground. TT members will find all the comforts of home. Staff is pleasant and helpful," shares a camper at Silver Lakes Park Campground, adding "Mostly a 5th wheelers park but you can see a 34 foot class A here and there so don't fret, there is room."
