Seven full-hookup RV sites sit at the edge of the parking area for Echo Lake Beach, at the base of Cannon Mountain in Franconia Notch State Park. Sites run $50 per night and include electric, water, and sewer connections. Reservations are strongly recommended in summer. After Columbus Day, rates drop and water service is turned off, but walk-up availability improves through mid-May.
The sites themselves are narrow, closer in width to a parking space than a traditional campsite, and trees between spots limit awning use for some rigs. Reviewers note that site seven has more lateral room since it lacks a tree on one side. The campground sits on open terrain near the lake, with a grassy strip behind the row of sites. Sites farther from the beach entry have somewhat more privacy. There are no showers on-site, but coin-operated showers are available at Franconia Notch State Park Lafayette Place Campground a couple of miles south.
Echo Lake is directly adjacent, with a public boat launch at the far end and summer boat rentals at the beach. The multi-use recreation trail through the notch passes near the lake. Hikers can access Artists Bluff and Bald Mountain just across the road, and the Franconia Ridge shuttle runs from the Cannon skier lot on weekends. In winter, as Corrie G. puts it, the location is "perfect for ski bums," with access to cross-country, downhill, and snowmobile trails.
Crowding is a recurring theme in reviews, particularly in summer when beach traffic adds to the activity around the sites. Plan accordingly and confirm any reservations at the entry station to avoid site conflicts on arrival.
Description
The seven-site RV park, located on the north shore of scenic Echo Lake in Franconia Notch State Park, is open year-round. The RV park provides a great base from which to enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, swimming, and the many attractions of the White Mountains. They include The Flume and Cannon Mountain aerial tramway, which are both located within Franconia Notch State Park. In addition, many campers enjoy the convenience of winter RV camping at the base of popular Cannon Mountain Ski Area.
Park Information
Cannon RV Park is strictly an RV Park, but will allow pop-ups, if all 3 services are used.
- All campers MUST be self-contained with water, electric and sewer hookups.
- You must be hooked up to all three services (water, electric, & sewer) when available to utilize this facility.
- Electric is the only service available between the Tuesday following Columbus Day and the Thursday before Memorial Day Weekend.
- Cannon RV Campground RV Park is in the Echo Lake Beach parking area.
- Water turned off from the Tuesday following Columbus Day and the Thursday before Memorial Day Weekend.
There is limited to no cell service at this park. Service may vary based on the provider.
- Emergency Police/Fire/Ambulance....911
- Park office phone number - 603-823-8800
Pet Policy
Pets are not permitted at this park. Anyone entering with a pet will be asked to leave.
For more information on the NH State Parks Pet Policy, or to see where pets are allowed, please visit: https://www.nhstateparks.org/planning/pet-friendly-state-parks
Cancellation & Refund Policy :
There is a new cancellation policy in effect as of 2/1/2024
- Full refund minus transaction fee if you cancel at least 10 + days prior to the scheduled arrival date.
- Full refund minus reservation fee plus cost of one night of camping if you cancel 4-9 days prior to the scheduled arrival date.
- No refund if you cancel 0-3 days from your scheduled arrival date. NH State Parks does not issue refunds due to insects or weather.
If there are any concerns about your reservation, please call the Reserve America Call Center at 1-877-647-2757
Any refund requests occurring after the reservation arrival date must be submitted in writing or emailed to State Parks Headquarters within 14 days of departure. Please email requests to nhparks@dncr.nh.gov or mail to: NH State Parks Reservation Office, 172 Pembroke Rd, Concord, NH 03301
Fee Information:
- The nightly base site fee pays for 2 adults only and up to 4 dependent children under 18. You must be 18 to register for a campsite.
- Extra adults are $10 per night. Additional children are $5 per night
- NH Senior Citizens are given a $5 per night discount to all campgrounds with the exception of Cannon Mountain RV, Ellacoya, and Hampton Beach.
- NH Seniors must bring their NH photo ID for discount verification.
- NH State Employees are given a 50% discount on campsites with the exception of yurts and cabins.
- NH State Employees must bring their State ID or current paystub for discount to be applied.
The discount will be provided once verified at the Cannon Mountain Guest Services between November 27th and April 15th.
Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
NH Senior Citizens are given a $5 per night discount to all campgrounds with the exception of Cannon Mountain RV, Ellacoya, and Hampton Beach. NH State Employees are given a 50% discount on campsites with the exception of yurts and cabins. The discount will be provided once verified at the campground. **This bulletin only applies to camping and is not applicable to park hosted events or tours.**
Pets are NOT Permitted at Cannon Mountain RV Park. If you bring a pet to Cannon RV Park, your reservation will be cancelled, you will be denied access to your site and your reservation will be refunded minus any applicable fees.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsCannon Mountain RV Park is located in New Hampshire near Franconia
Public CampgroundDirections
From Interstate 93: Exit 34C- Follow signs to Cannon RV Park.
Address
Franconia Notch State Park, Route 3
Franconia, NH 03580
Coordinates
44.17788304 N
71.69651899 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 3/5/26- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 7/7/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 3/5/26
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 7/7/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 17 min from Manchester, NH
- 1 hr 50 min from Burlington, VT
- 2 hrs 12 min from Lewiston, ME
- 2 hrs 27 min from Portland, ME
