Camping in New Hampshire
Discover 24 state parks offering camping in New Hampshire
🏕️ Camping in New Hampshire State Parks at a Glance
- Reservation fee: $7
- RV hookups: RV sites with 20/30-amp water & electric and full-service hookups at select campgrounds (e.g. Cannon Mtn., Hampton RV Park, Ellacoya); many campgrounds tent-only / no hookups
- Pets: Allowed only at designated campgrounds (Bear Brook, Coleman, Deer Mountain, Dry River, Greenfield, Lake Francis, Milan, Mollidgewock, Moose Brook, Pawtuckaway, Pillsbury, Sunapee, Umbagog); must be leashed and supervised; prohibited on bathing beaches
- Firewood: Out-of-state firewood BANNED ('Do not bring firewood from out of state locations') due to invasive insects/tree diseases; fires in fire rings only, out by 11:30 p.m.
- Good to know: Minimum-stay rules apply: 3-night minimum for current-year bookings made before April 1 (1-night after April 1); 3-night minimum for next-season bookings. Check-in 1-8 p.m., check-out by 11 a.m.
Official agency: New Hampshire Division of Parks & Recreation (Dept. of Natural & Cultural Resources)
Booking windows, fees and rules shown as of June 2026 and change periodically — always confirm current details on the official reservation portal above before booking.
New Hampshire State Parks with Camping
Bear Brook State Park
Bedell Bridge State Historic Site
Clough State Park
Crawford Notch State Park
Dixville Notch State Park
Echo Lake State Park
Echo Lake State Park (Cathedral Ledge)
Ellacoya State Park
Franconia Notch State Park
Greenfield State Park
Hampton Beach State Park
Lake Francis State Park
Miller State Park
Mollidgewock State Park
Moose Brook State Park
Ossipee Lake Natural Area
Pawtuckaway State Park
Pillsbury State Park
Pisgah State Park
Rhododendron State Park
Silver Lake State Park
Umbagog Lake State Park
Wellington State Park
White Lake State Park
❓ Camping in New Hampshire — FAQ
How far ahead can I book New Hampshire state park campsites?
You can reserve New Hampshire state park campsites 11 months in advance via ReserveAmerica. Booking windows change periodically, so confirm on the official reservation portal before planning. (As of June 2026.)
How much does camping cost in New Hampshire state parks?
Nightly campsite fees in New Hampshire state parks typically run $29–$70, depending on site type (tent vs. RV/full-hookup), season and residency. Exact rates are shown at booking.
How long can I stay at a New Hampshire state park campground?
The maximum stay is 14 days per visit; Hampton Beach & Ellacoya RV Parks: cumulative 14 days max Memorial Day-Labor Day. Confirm current limits with the official agency before your trip.