Alizé B.
Scout
ScoutField and Stream RV Park
Highly recommend
Amazing place and community, unfortunately very expensive.
Top-Rated Campgrounds Near Wilton, New Hampshire
Campgrounds near Wilton, New Hampshire range from state parks to private facilities, with options for tent, RV, cabin, and glamping accommodations. Greenfield State Park Campground, located approximately 10 miles west of Wilton, provides wooded sites with lake access and operates seasonally from May through October. The region includes several family-oriented private campgrounds such as Friendly Beaver Campground in New Boston and Field and Stream RV Park in Brookline, offering varying levels of amenities and seasonal availability.
Most campgrounds in the area require reservations, particularly during the summer season when demand peaks. Facilities typically open from May through October, with limited year-round options like Field and Stream RV Park. A visitor commented, "Great site right next to the water. Sites are clean and well equipped," reflecting the appeal of waterfront camping in the region. Weather considerations include potentially muddy spring conditions and cool autumn temperatures that can affect camping comfort. Campground roads may become difficult to navigate during wet periods, with some facilities offering better infrastructure than others. Cell service varies throughout the region, with coverage generally better near larger towns.
Campers report mixed experiences with site privacy across the region's campgrounds. Wooded sites at Greenfield State Park provide more seclusion, while some private campgrounds feature closely spaced sites with minimal separation. One reviewer noted that "The campsite itself was squished in between two other sites so closely that we could hear others in their tent whispering during quiet hours." Family-friendly amenities such as swimming pools, planned activities, and pet-friendly policies are common at the larger private campgrounds. Several facilities maintain small petting zoos and recreational areas specifically designed for children. Water access, including lakefront camping at Greenfield State Park, remains a popular feature, though swimming areas can become crowded during peak summer weekends.
Best Camping Sites Near Wilton, New Hampshire (138)
1. Greenfield State Park Campground
21 ReviewsBennington, NH11 milesWebsite+1 (603) 547-3497$35 - $105 / 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. Friendly Beaver Campground
13 ReviewsNew Boston, NH9 milesWebsite+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."
3. Gilson Pond Area Campground — Monadnock State Park
19 ReviewsJaffrey, NH17 milesWebsite+1 (603) 532-2416$29 - $45 / 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."
4. Spacious Skies Seven Maples
11 ReviewsHancock, NH14 milesWebsite+1 (603) 525-3321$55 - $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. Spacious Skies Minute Man
29 ReviewsAyer, MA23 milesWebsite+1 (978) 772-0042$44 - $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."
6. The Pine Campground
6 ReviewsAshby, MA11 milesWebsite+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."
7. Field and Stream RV Park
4 ReviewsHollis, NH8 milesWebsite+1 (603) 673-4677$47 - $80 / night
"Great site right next to the water. Sites are clean and well equipped. Coin laundry with nice machine. Nice people."
8. Autumn Hills Campground
9 ReviewsGoffstown, NH14 milesWebsite+1 (603) 529-2425$45 - $60 / night
"Lake access, inground pool, ball field, and lots of activities for the kids makes this a great place to relax with the family."
"Campground is peaceful and quiet; the lake is within close proximity to most sites; I wouldn’t say it’s the best place for swimming but overall a great place to launch a kayak or canoe and paddle about"
9. Pearl Hill State Park Campground
6 ReviewsWest Townsend, MA13 milesWebsite+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. Cold Springs Camp Resort
6 ReviewsWeare, NH15 milesWebsite+1 (603) 529-2528$69 - $130 / night
"Beautiful, extremely clean bathrooms, reasonably priced little cafe, big camp store, very friendly staff, 4 outdoor pools & pretty big campground that has a gated entry/exit that needs a key card pass"
Recent Camping Photos near Wilton, NH
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Recent Reviews near Wilton, NH
670 Reviews of 138 Wilton Campgrounds
Sue B.
RangerSalisbury Beach State Reservation
Love camping here!
The first time we camped here was on Columbus Day weekend a number of years ago, and we got to see seals sun bathing on the beach. Are kids thought it was the greatest thing ever! The sites are a little close together and many of them are in direct sunlight , so that isn't the greatest , but if you have an awning, you should be good. We love that it is right on the water, and we can walk to the beach. We also appreciate that it is pet friendly, and our dogs love it too. Write down the street from camp, there is a street setup almost like a boardwalk, with arcades, live music, ice cream, food, and a carousel! There is also a bigger beach, and you are one twin away from New Hampshire. Lots to see and do here!
DevinScoutWinding River Campground
Close Sites, Loved the River!
My husband and I had a great time here! We went early in the season, so there were not many people there. We met the new owners/managers and they were very friendly. David was attentive and very helpful!
We stayed in the Oak Section at 317. The sites are pretty close together, which is why I gave a 4. We didn’t have neighbors, but I can imagine on a busy weekend, it might get crowded. The Utilities at this site were in an awkward spot, compared to where we wanted the camper.
- SS W.Scout
Oxbow Campground
Clean, Spacious & Friendly
Oxbow Campground in Deering has a helpful and friendly staff. The bathrooms are kept clean although should be updated.
The campsites are spacious, trash picked up and very quiet at night promoting a good night's sleep.
They sell their own fire wood, an employee who services campers is also available.
They have a propane fill station for your convenience too!
Dogs must be kept on leashes for safety.
Owners live right there within the park.and take pride in their facility.
A nice family owned and run park promoting peacefulness.
- DevinScout
Spacious Skies Minute Man
The Road is Loud
My husband and I had a great time here! The owners and managers are amazing. Kind, friendly, attentive! We really appreciated them!
The reason for the 4/5 is due to the road noise, and the neighbors noise. The residents that boarder the campground are a bit loud. We camped at spot 72. If you are tent camping, I would recommend not camping at the 70’s spots. It’s just close to the road, and it can get noisy at times. It quiets down at night, but during peak travel times is a little loud. Head to the back of the camp ground. The bathroom looks further away than it is, but everything is very convenient!
Adam B.RangerBeach Rose RV Park
Nice people
Needed a spot to dump. They were one of only a very few places open in March. $20 to dump our tanks.
- MMatthew L.Scout
Forest Glen
Forest Glenn campground
Forest Glenn campground is a very nice campground on Wheelwright pond in Lee New Hampshire! Not well kept up but makes you feel like you’re still camping and not glamping ( glamorous camping ) besides some of the very nice campers here with 2 stories on them! Anyway cutting to the chase, just to let any new comers know that are looking for camping in the Lee area if you so choose to camp at forest Glenn depending who you are or how you approach this place dictates if you will have to feel like your stepping on eggshells your entire stay… the owner is a angry Drunk who is sometimes very nice to others or very nasty, and I personally mostly see him being nasty. A couple years back I wanted to look at the campground to see if this would be a place I wanted to stay at so I walked into the office and asked them if we could look around and the lady was in the process of writing us a pass to drive through. This man comes in and said whats going on so I politely told him that we were interested in his campground and we wanted to look around. He completely flipped out said he doesn't understand, said his campground is his back yard, we can't allow this how would you like if I just walked around your back yard etc etc.... yelling at us the whole time and spitting while screaming and then told us to get out of his sight…. This place mind you is overrun by golf carts and I have heard of incidents where people get hit by them because who cares about the posted 5mph speed limitations if your in a golf carts right? Right! And CLEARLY this place is a Double standard place so you will not be treated equal… and as far as I know this place has secret people who camp supposedly working at camp like the manager and security and the plumber or electrician who look like their helping but while helping they gather information about you to spread it around to others or to cause problems with you and the owner!! Oh how thoughtful… one Morning I was in the office and the owner pulled me into the rec room to have a talk with me about my string lights suggesting I shut them off at night and I’m not allowed to use them anymore. I said “sir why would I do that there are 50 other sites with spot lights and string lights Who are these lights bothering that I need to take them down for? “ he said use them inside the trailer I don’t want to see them on again! “ now tell me how that makes any sense… so I shut them off and it became like a minefield on my site at night with no lights while the campers down a different street get to have theirs on. There is no privacy at this place, things keep going missing, and the sites are packed like sardines with no room for Jesus. There are also people staying here over winter and it’s a seasonal campground tell me how that makes any sense. Anyway definitely an experience to be at where drama hits too close to home and the golf cart parking spots are rolling a little to close to my feet. “ oh sorry my foot slipped “ #welp time to search for another place. Seems to be a trend with almost every campground. Angry owners who automatically cause problems or can’t run their own business place without drug addicts for help ( to say the least me and my wife WILL NOT BE COMING BACK )
- LLeeScout
Tuxbury Pond RV Campground
This camping trip truly exceeded my expectations
The campground was clean, peaceful, and surrounded by wide open views. During the day, the natural landscape felt refreshing and expansive, and at night, the sky was filled with stars, creating a calm and almost magical atmosphere. The layout of the campsite was well planned, making it easy and comfortable for both beginners and experienced campers to enjoy their stay. One fun thing I did after the trip was use Idea To Image to recreate some of the moments that stood out to me—sunrise over the tents, the warmth of the campfire, and the quiet starry night. It helped me turn those memories into beautiful visuals that really captured the peaceful vibe of the experience. Looking back at them now feels like being transported right back to the campsite. Highly recommend this place if you’re looking to slow down and reconnect with nature.
One fun thing I did after the trip was use Idea To Image to recreate some of the moments that stood out to me—sunrise over the tents, the warmth of the campfire, and the quiet starry night. It helped me turn those memories into beautiful visuals that really captured the peaceful vibe of the experience. Looking back at them now feels like being transported right back to the campsite. Highly recommend this place if you’re looking to slow down and reconnect with nature.
- Alexander H.
GuideHanscom AFB FamCamp
Nice Campground near Boston
This is a nice campground near historic Lexington and Boston.
Guide to Wilton
Campgrounds near Wilton, New Hampshire offer diverse terrain with elevations ranging from 400 to 1,000 feet across the region's rolling forested hills. Most sites sit among thick pine and maple groves that provide natural shade during summer months when temperatures typically reach 80-85°F. Fall camping season extends through mid-October when nighttime temperatures can drop into the 30s.
What to do
Hiking Mount Monadnock: Just 20 miles west of Wilton at Gilson Pond Area Campground — Monadnock State Park, where campers can access trails directly from their sites. "The park ranger at the front gate was very friendly and helpful. The campsites are accessible by car but nice and secluded. You can hike the path to the mountain trailhead or drive over and park for the day," reports Jess G. The White Dot Trail offers a challenging 2-mile ascent with rock scrambles above the treeline.
Fishing in local ponds: Several campgrounds feature on-site fishing. "There's a fishing pond and short hiking/biking trails," notes Erin M. about Spacious Skies Seven Maples in Hancock. Some sites back directly onto water features, creating opportunities for shoreline fishing without leaving camp.
Historical exploration: Spacious Skies Minute Man provides a convenient base for historic site visits. "Concord is only 30 minute drive away with two full days of revolutionary historic sites, and famous people home tours such as Louisa May Alcott," explains Ann B. The nearby town of Ayer "is right out of a Norman Rockwell painting" with period architecture and small-town charm.
What campers like
Wooded privacy: Greenfield State Park Campground offers heavily forested sites that create natural boundaries. "Very large campground with lots of woods to block you from other campers. Dog friendly 🐶," writes Erin R. Another reviewer notes, "The camping spots are spread out enough that you feel like you have privacy, even if you have neighbors."
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention well-maintained bathhouses across the region's campgrounds. At Pearl Hill State Park, visitors appreciate the "bathrooms offering flush toilets and showers" and note they are "nice and clean." Several campgrounds feature recently renovated shower buildings with individual stalls rather than communal facilities.
Multiple swimming options: Cold Springs Camp Resort stands out with extensive water features. "Great campground. The pools are amazing. Kid pools. Adult pools! Adult hot tub," mentions Rick C. Another camper elaborates, "4 outdoor pools & pretty big campground that has a gated entry/exit that needs a key card pass you get upon registering."
What you should know
Site spacing varies dramatically: Some campgrounds offer significantly more privacy than others. At Autumn Hills Campground, a reviewer reports: "Sites are very small, and extremely close together. My 28 foot travel trailer barely fit into the site, and our friends in the tent sites were basically on top of each other." Look at campground maps carefully when making reservations.
Seasonal facilities: Most campgrounds operate from May through mid-October with limited year-round options. Field and Stream RV Park in Brookline remains open year-round but charges "higher rates Oct 15-May 1." Pearl Hill State Park typically opens "mid May to mid October," with facilities closing before early-season snowstorms.
Water quality concerns: Lakes and ponds occasionally close due to bacteria. One reviewer at Greenfield State Park noted: "When we went (July 2025) the water was closed due to Cyanobacteria Blooms, hence the 1 star deduction. We are grateful that they are honest about it, but it is disappointing to not be able to swim at the campers beach."
Tips for camping with families
Playground quality: Friendly Beaver Campground offers extensive children's amenities. "They have 3 outdoor pools(sports,toddler,regular) plus an indoor pool for rainy or chilly days. They have a few animals the kids can feed. They also have crafts, hayrides and games,playground and other events," explains Kate C. This makes it one of the best places to camp near Wilton, New Hampshire for families with younger children.
Weekend activities: Many campgrounds organize structured events for children, particularly on summer weekends. Cold Springs Camp Resort features "Organized bingo, hayrides, large pools, an adult only pool, hot tubs, a pond, etc." Activities generally taper off during weekdays and shoulder seasons.
Animal encounters: Several campgrounds maintain small petting areas. "We enjoyed coming up to their cute little store they added... There are so many camping gadgets, maps, touristy things, and practical items in there," reports one camper about Gilson Pond Area Campground, which offers wildlife viewing opportunities along nature trails.
Tips from RVers
Limited big rig access: Many of the most scenic campgrounds have size restrictions. Pearl Hill State Park "isn't built for larger units with the turns and curves. They've only designated 3 sites for 35' rigs; everything else is 15-20'."
Electric reliability: Power capabilities vary significantly between campgrounds. At Seven Maples Campground, one RVer reported: "Had issues with 30 amp service at site was not providing enough power, could not run all my campers amenities While my 20 amp designated outlet at home runs my entire camper with no issue."
Seasonal site prevalence: Many campgrounds near Wilton primarily serve seasonal campers with limited availability for short stays. "99% Seasonable Sites," notes one camper about Friendly Beaver, while another observed the same trend at several facilities: "Mostly seasonal sites. Lots of golf carts and drunks (if that's your thing, cool)."
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-rated campgrounds in Wilton?
What are the top-rated campgrounds in Wilton?
While there aren't many campgrounds directly in Wilton, several highly-rated options are nearby. Woodmore Family Campground and RV Park offers a friendly atmosphere with plenty of activities and clean facilities that campers consistently rate 5 stars. Another excellent choice is Beach Rose RV Park, praised for its simple, clean setup, perfect pool, and proximity to coastal attractions. Both campgrounds provide well-maintained facilities and receive excellent reviews from visitors who appreciate their amenities and atmosphere.
Where can I find campgrounds in and around Wilton?
Where can I find campgrounds in and around Wilton?
The Wilton area offers several camping options within a reasonable drive. Bear Brook State Park Campground in New Hampshire features trails, ponds, play structures, a camp store, and beach access in New Hampshire's largest state park. For something more unique, consider Roots and Wings Homestead, a peaceful retreat in rural New Hampshire. Other options within driving distance include Friendly Beaver Campground near New Boston, Cold Springs Camp Resort near Weare, and Autumn Hills Campground, all offering various amenities for different camping preferences.
Which is the most popular campground near Wilton, NH?
Which is the most popular campground near Wilton, NH?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Wilton, NH is Greenfield State Park Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 21 reviews.
What parks are near Wilton, NH?
What parks are near Wilton, NH?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 parks near Wilton, NH that allow camping, notably Edward MacDowell Lake and Hopkinton-Everett Lake.
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