Osceola Vista Campground
Osceola Vista is a popular spot for group camping and is located near a host of outdoor activities, including hiking, mountain biking, canoeing and golfing. Just minutes away, hiking enthusiasts will find the Sandwich Range Wilderness and 80 miles of the White Mountain National Forest's prime hiking trails. 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.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 8 |
| Group tent areas | 4 |
| Host/management | 4 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
12 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Shade | People / vehicles | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G | G-H | Group | Pull-through | 30 | 60 / 6 | Yes | |
| H | G-H | Group | Pull-through | 30 | 60 / 10 | Yes | |
| A | OSCE | Group | Pull-through | 30 | 10 / 3 | ||
| B | OSCE | Group | Pull-through | 40 | Partial | 60 / 10 | Yes |
| C | OSCE | Group | Back-in | Partial | 10 / 3 | ||
| D | OSCE | Group | Back-in | 30 | 10 / 3 | ||
| E | OSCE | Group tent | 10 / 2 | ||||
| F | OSCE | Group tent | 10 / 2 | ||||
| I | OSCE | Group tent | Partial | 10 / 4 | |||
| J | OSCE | Group | Pull-through | 30 | Partial | 30 / 4 | 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 | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Accessibility | Sites G, H, XXX, B and 1 more are listed accessible |
This small campground features large open sites designed for bigger than average camping parties and large organized groups (up to 30 or 60 people per site). A mix of group, standard and tent-only sites are organized around a single loop. Showers are available 10 minutes away at Campton Campground.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | mid-May to mid-October |
| Forest | White Mountain National Forest |
| Booking | This site can be reserved by calling (877) 444-6777 International - (518) 885-3639. Telecommunications Relay Services - (877) 833-6777. |
| Fees | Group Site (1-10 People) Per group / per night $50.00. Group Site (11-20 People) Per group / per night $61.00. Group Site (21-30 People) Per group / per night $72.00. Group Site (31-40 People) Per group / per night $83.00. Group Site (41-100 People) Per group / per night $94.00. |
Weather by month
Getting there
Take Highway 93 in New Hampshire to exit 28. Travel east on Highway 49 to Tripoli Road for 10 miles, and turn left onto Tripoli Road. Pass the Waterville Campground entrance sign, continue for 1.5 miles and bear right at the Mt. Tecumseh sign. Continue 1.6 miles to the Osceola Vista entrance on the right.
| Coordinates | 43.9725° N, 71.5188° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedSouth Jackman Rx
21 mi from the campground · 39 acres
- PrescribedBradley Brook Rx
30 mi from the campground · 1 acres
- PrescribedMorse Rx
36 mi from the campground · 10 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Village Ski and Snowboard ↗ | 8.9 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 16.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | Big Moose RV ↗ | 29.6 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
The campground is located in close proximity to Waterville Valley Resort, which offers nightlife, summer concert tours, restaurants, horseback riding, canoeing, mountain bike rentals and shops.
- 4.6 miLivermore N Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 4.8 miOtter Rocks Day Use Area ↗Day use
- 7.7 miAlgonquin Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.5 miGreeley Ponds ↗5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.5 miGreeley Ponds XC ↗5.4 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 0.5 miLivermore Trail ↗7.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.6 miMt. Tecumseh ↗5.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.7 miBoulder Path0.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.7 miBig Pines Path0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.5 miLivermore S Trailhead ↗White Mountain National Forest
- 0.6 miMt Tecumseh Trailhead ↗White Mountain National Forest
- 1 miMad River Trailhead ↗White Mountain National Forest
- 1.1 miSnow's Mt N 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
This campground sits inside White Mountain National Forest.
- inWhite Mountain National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 946,821 acres
- 1.1 miSandwich Range Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 35,301 acres
- 6.4 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
- Russell–Colbath HouseBuilding · Albany · 9 mi
- North Sandwich Meeting HouseBuilding · Sandwich · 10.8 mi
- Durgin BridgeStructure · Sandwich · 11.1 mi
Natural features
The campground lies amidst northern hardwood forests, giving campsites a mix of sun and shade. The area is surrounded by mountains and close to the Mad and Winnipesaukee Rivers. The national forest is 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 White Mountains.
Recreation
Entrances to the Greeley Ponds National Scenic Area and Sandwich Range Wilderness are minutes away, much to the delight of hikers. Also convenient are two above tree-line hikes within eight minutes of the campground. Just a few miles away at Campton Campground, curious campers can attend evening educational programs. Those who need a break from the woods can visit the resort down the road.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Osceola Vista Campground?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Osceola Vista Campground?
Group Site (1-10 People) Per group / per night $50.00. Group Site (11-20 People) Per group / per night $61.00. Group Site (21-30 People) Per group / per night $72.00.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Osceola Vista Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Osceola Vista Campground have?
16 sites, including 8 group sites and 4 group tent areas.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Osceola Vista Campground?
The longest site here provides 40 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 Osceola Vista Campground?
Showers are available 10 minutes away at Campton Campground.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Osceola Vista Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Osceola Vista Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Osceola Vista Campground?
Sites G, H, XXX, and B are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 5 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 Osceola Vista Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Osceola Vista Campground?
Entrances to the Greeley Ponds National Scenic Area and Sandwich Range Wilderness are minutes away, much to the delight of hikers. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Osceola Vista Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Waterville Campground (2.2 mi), Big Rock (5.7 mi, partly first-come), and Russell Pond Campground (6.9 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby