If you “just want to camp” there are nearly 200 campgrounds and 1000’s of NH camping sites to choose from, with or without hook-ups. You can have your pick of tent and RV sites in wooded areas or along rivers; in RV parks and resorts; family campgrounds; private grounds or magnificent state and national forests.
Within short driving distances adventurous campers can find rolling hills, mountains, abundant wildlife, hundreds of crystal clear rivers, and too many lakes to count. The NH coastline, although short, is beautiful and includes Hampton Beach, ranked as the 3rd cleanest beach in the United States.
Don’t forget New Hampshire’s blazing fall foliage that makes October NH camping trips unforgettable.
Outdoors, Year Round
Every season has loads of choices available for those who prefer outdoor fun on their NH camping vacation. Take a big boat cruise on one of the larger lakes or take out your own boat. Swim, water ski, fish, sail or sit on the beach. How about a thrill ride down one of the mountain zip lines?
Snowmobilers and skiers love NH camping and there are several campgrounds open in the winter for those who like to brave the cold. Snowmobiling is very popular in New Hampshire along with skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing. The opportunities to enjoy the outdoors are endless.
Sporting Events
If you like sports, you will have access to every professional sport depending upon the time of year. Close by in Massachusetts, campers will find the Boston Red Sox, New England Patriots, Boston Bruins, Boston Celtics, and New England Revolution. New Hampshire has its own baseball team in Manchester, the Fisher Cats, a Double-A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays.
Attractions
New Hampshire boasts Canobie Lake Park, a traditional amusement park for all ages which is located near the NH/MA border. Other fun attractions like Story Land and Santa’s Village in the White Mountains are geared toward small children.
In the hot weather, you can cool off at Water Country in Portsmouth or Whale’s Tale in Lincoln. A visit to Clark’s Trading Post to see the performing bears or a ride on the Hobo Railroad is sure to delight kids from ages 1 to 100. These are only a few of the many fun things to do and see while on your NH camping trip.
Auto Racing in NH
Auto racing is plentiful in New Hampshire and there is some limited parking available for RV’s. From spring to fall, drag racing heats up the quarter mile track with newly IHRA-sanctioned races with scheduled funny car and jet car events.
Hudson Speedway and Lee Speedway, both run stock car races on the oval track every Sunday. Loudon, in the heart of the Lakes Region, is home to New Hampshire Motor Speedway where race car fans can enjoy an occasional NASCAR event.
Shopping and Day Trips
Don’t forget day trips to go shopping at the outlets. Or take a drive to experience the breath-taking views along the Kancamagus. Fall festivals such as the Deerfield Fair and dozens of local weekend festivals like the ones held at Applecrest Farm in Hampton Falls attract thousands of autumn NH camping enthusiasts and tourists every year.
Your NH camping experience can be anything you’d like it to be! If you love cooking outdoors and relaxing by the fire, or prefer a quiet dinner for two at a quaint NH restaurant, NH camping has it all.
