Campton Campground
Campton Campground is a large and accommodating facility near the southern edge of White Mountain National Forest in New Hampshire. With many kid-friendly activities nearby such as hiking and nature programs, the campground is especially popular with families. It is convenient to U.S. Highway 93, which travels through the middle of the state, and is just two hours from Boston. The White Mountains boast pristine forests, clear mountain streams and rivers and the tallest peaks in the Northeast. The forest encompasses nearly 800,000 acres in New Hampshire and western Maine, and is one of the most popular in the country.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 40 |
| Tent-only | 15 |
| Host/management | 36 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 50 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
55 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 033 | HARD | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | |
| 034 | HARD | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | |
| 035 | HARD | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | |
| 036 | HARD | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 037 | HARD | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 038 | HARD | Tent only | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 039 | HARD | Tent only | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | |||
| 040 | HARD | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 041 | HARD | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 042 | HARD | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 50 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Accessibility | Sites 036, 037, 038, 040 and 28 more are listed accessible |
This is a large facility with many types of campsites that accommodate a variety of camping preferences. Despite its size, campsites are spaced well-apart. Restrooms, drinking water and hot showers (coin-operated) are provided. Sites 33-58 are near the flush toilets.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Forest | White Mountain National Forest |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Highway 93 in central New Hampshire, take exit 28 and follow Highway 49 (Mad River Road) east for 2 miles.
| Coordinates | 43.8733° N, 71.6267° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedSouth Jackman Rx
24 mi from the campground · 39 acres
- PrescribedMorse Rx
33 mi from the campground · 10 acres
- PrescribedBradley Brook Rx
38 mi from the campground · 1 acres
- PrescribedConcord A12 Rx
47 mi from the campground · 12 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Ski and Sport ↗ | 8.5 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 21.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | Big Moose RV ↗ | 30.1 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
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Video
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Worth a stop
Families who need a break from the woods can explore miniature golf, a water sports park, train rides and gondolas in nearby towns. The White Mountains region hosts four alpine and five nordic ski areas, which provide year-round recreation opportunities such as skiing, hiking, mountain biking, outdoor concerts, interpretive trails, special events and regional and national skiing and snowboarding races. The area also contains 1,200 miles of hiking trails, including 160 miles of the famous Appalachian Trail.
- 4.6 miAlgonquin Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 12.2 miOtter Rocks Day Use Area ↗Day use
- 13.3 miLivermore N Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 1.7 miChickenboro3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2 miRib Tickler0.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.2 miBean0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.2 miPressure Drop0.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.2 miStegosaurus1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.2 miWest Branch Snomo4.1 mi trail · motorcycle, ATV, e-bike, snowmobile and 2 more
Trailheads within three miles
- 2.9 miSmarts Brook Trailhead ↗White Mountain National Forest
- 2.9 miWelch-Dickey Trailhead ↗White Mountain National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
White Mountain National Forest begins about 0.4 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 0.4 miWhite Mountain National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 946,821 acres
- 6.3 miSandwich Range Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 35,301 acres
- 13.9 miPemigewasset Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 45,809 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Chapel of the Holy CrossBuilding · Holderness · 8.3 mi
- Trinity ChurchBuilding · Plymouth · 8.3 mi
- Old Grafton County CourthouseBuilding · Plymouth · 8.5 mi
Natural features
The campground lies amidst a beautiful thick forest of white pine and northern hardwoods that provide plenty of shade. The 30-acre Campton Pond and Mad River are close by. The White Mountains are home to many species of northern wildlife, including moose, white-tailed deer and black bear. Almost 200 species of birds, including the rare Bicknell's Thrush, live in the forest.
Recreation
The White Mountains are a favorite among hikers. Many miles of hiking and mountain biking trails are within a short drive of the campground. Within the facility, nature programs are available on Saturday nights in July and August. Anglers can cast a line for brook trout, pickerel, brown bullhead and yellow perch in the pond and river. No power boats are permitted on the pond.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Campton Campground?
Sites at Campton Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Campton Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Campton Campground have?
91 sites, including 40 standard sites without power and 15 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Campton Campground?
The longest site here provides 50 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are there showers or a dump station at Campton Campground?
Restrooms, drinking water and hot showers (coin-operated) are provided.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Campton Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Campton Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Campton Campground?
Sites 036, 037, 038, and 040 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 32 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Campton Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Campton Campground?
The White Mountains are a favorite among hikers. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Campton Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Waterville Campground (7.5 mi), Osceola Vista Campground (8.7 mi, partly first-come), and Russell Pond Campground (9.4 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby