Beach Camping Near Portsmouth, New Hampshire, US: 12 Best Beach Campsites 2024

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Portsmouth

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Souhegan Shores

2 sites · RVs, Tents21 acres · Merrimack, NH

31Jul'24 Update: The river is low but that exposes the sandbars for setting up your beach chairs and there is ample depth for the swimming hole below the rapids. The wood chip road in to both sites is dry and easily passable by passenger vehicle. If we get a deluge of rain from a hurricane this season, please check in with your host to ensure your type of vehicle won't have difficulty accessing the site. (back to our regularly scheduled campsite description...) Site-1 is located under the trees adjacent to a 3 acre meadow and Christmas Tree farm. Camp above the bank of the Souhegan River in the shade of white pine, shag bark hickory and blue birch while listening to the river tumble over the ledges upstream. In season, enjoy the swimming hole 100 feet from your campsite. On the other side of the privacy fence is a pasture where two horses graze. If you don't like friendly dogs then you'll be better off on site 2 where we can better keep our dog Wilson from dropping in to visit. He loves people too much not to want to greet folks on Site 1. Site-2 is located at the farthest most downstream end of the property and from mid-May to mid-October it is totally private. You'll see nothing from your site except for trees and the river. If you or your dog don't like other dogs, this is the site you want. Still no guarantee Wilson won't visit you, but it's easier to keep Wilson away from this corner of the property. The other side of the river is town conservation land so the only people you're likely to see will be passing by in canoes or kayaks. In the dry season, both sites are a great place to start a float trip and you'll likely have the next 1.5 miles all to yourself since the rapids upstream become unpassable in July and August. If planning a winter trip, just check ahead to ensure your host has finished plowing the access road. If southern NH gets really clobbered with snow, check with your host about the possibility of constructing snow shelters. You are only two traffic lights away from the Merrimack Premium Outlet Mall should you need something to do during inclement weather.

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Peaceful Packies @ 3 Willows Farm

9 sites · RVs, Tents13 acres · Sanbornton, NH

This is a 200 year old farm filled with life. There are well groomed areas and other more wild areas. We are on almost 13 acres of land that attracts all forms of natural wildlife. In addition, we have alpacas, pigs, sheep, goats, dogs, a cat and chickens. There is a beaver pond on the lower property. Each site includes a place to sit and eat (ie. picnic table), fire pit and just breathtaking views. Campers can drive into and park at their site. Each site is separate and private from other sites. We are 15 minutes from Highland Mountain Bike Park We are 15 minutes from Bank of New Hampshire Pavillon (concerts) We are 15 minutes from The Weirs in Laconia (Bike Week) We have two outdoor showers that are very rustic and open and the water is the temperature of the surrounding air (bring a bathing suit or something to shower in, there is no privacy fence at this time) This is an active farm that has an operating butcher shop on the premises. We have a farm store offering a variety of items for sale including eggs, honey, rubs and much more. There is a microwave available to the campers in the farm store as well. Each site will be given a bundle of fire wood on the house, additional wood is for sale. You are welcome to participate in farm work. Coffee (from a local NH roaster), tea, hot chocolate and potable water (from the faucet) will be available daily. We are a farm family with young children so large and rowdy or drinking parties are very heavily discouraged.

Island View At Kiwanis Beach

3 sites · Lodging50 acres · Standish, ME

Enjoy unforgettable sunrises and sunsets at your own private sandy beach on 448 acres of Watchic Lake. Perfect for kayaking, canoeing, fishing, Loon watching and pristine swimming! Break away from the chaos of everyday life and have a relaxing getaway on your own private sandy beach. At Island View at Kiwanis Beach you have your own inlet where you can fish, swim, canoe on 448 acres of water. listen to the loon warn their young when the American Bald Eagles are over head. Enjoy the beautiful sunsets over the lake. Local amenities include Hiking, walking trails, Farmers Market, local shops and Restaurants. if you chose to explore, White Mountains and North Conway Outlet stores, 45 minutes away ! Or the Atlantic ocean; Casco Bay, Old port of Portland, Old Orchard Beach and Saco Bay are 30 minutes away! Accommodations are large canvas tent on platform, with queen size bed. Picnic tables, 2 Adirondack chairs, easy-up canopy, firepit, 5 gallon water cooler, Coleman stove, cooler, lanterns, trash can, fire extinguisher and first aid kit, and portable toilet.

Yurty Expectations Conga Camp Maine

6 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres · Parsonsfield, ME

Learn more about this land: Very quiet and relaxing adventure surrounds you. Miles of trails, local sites hilltop views, warm white sand lakes to swim. Bikes, a few kayaks lots of trails. Wood heated Yurt , snow shoes, ice cleats ,Wood-fired hot tub YEAR-ROUND But you'll need 4 or more in your group and at least 2 nights Additional Hot tub useage criteria Just some add on extras available on request ahead of your stay. Hot tub use With 2 persons and a 2 night stay -additional fee $115 . Hot tub for 3 people and again 2 night stay additional $85 This property is one large Yurt can easily fit up to 7 adults or more if children or teen group

Suncook River Camp

47 sites · Tents22 acres · Allenstown, NH

Enjoy the outdoors of New Hampshire, just an hour outside of Boston, and located 5 minutes from Bear Brook State Park. Fishing, kayaking, river tubing, and hiking are all right in our backyard. Suncook River Campground will be under new ownership in 2024. We can't wait to spend time with you on the river this season. We offer everything from bring-your-own tent sites to upscale vintage camper experiences. Our campground has bathroom and shower facilities onsite, or bring your RV and just plug and play. Come to Southern NH's Suncook River: canoes, kayaks, stand-up paddle boards (SUPs), or your best alligator floatie. We're waiting for you. The Suncook River also offers some of the best fishing and wildlife watching around!

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Bakers Island Light Campsite

3 sites · Tents10 acres · Beverly, MA

Bakers Island Light Station is located on Bakers Island in Salem Sound, a 60-acre island with a large summer colony. The lighthouse stands at 59 feet tall and continues to guide ships in and out of Salem Harbor with an alternating 20-second white-red light. The 10-acre light station, which includes six historic structures such as two keepers houses, an oil house, and a lantern room (now operating as a gift shop), is located in the northwest quadrant of the island and was formally owned and operated by the US Coast Guard. The rest of the island is in private ownership including the Bakers Island Wharf. The deed to historic Bakers Island Light Station was transferred on August 27, 2014, from the United States government to the Essex National Heritage Commission (Essex Heritage). Learn more about this land: Rated #1 Hipcamp site in Massachusetts by Outdoor Magazine in 2020! Enjoy the sights and sounds of off-the-grid coastal living at the Bakers Island Light Station Campsite. Set up your tent on a raised platform and take in the beauty of Salem Sound. Meet the summer lighthouse keepers, stroll through island trails, and unwind...just three miles off the coast of Salem! Getting to camp: PLEASE READ - the only way to get to Bakers Island Light Campsite is by boat. You have three options: 1) Use your own kayaks and paddle out to our beach (this is recommended for advanced kayakers only). 2) Take our landing craft, Naumkeag, out to the island for $70 per person. (Boat departs from Blaney Street dock on Friday at noon and picks you up from the Island on Sunday at noon). FREE overnight parking is available there. 3) Take your own boat, and rent a mooring for $59 a night (you will need your own dinghy to get ashore). Essex Heritage is the non-profit organization that operates and maintains the 10-acre light station at Bakers Island, with the mission of public access and preservation. IMPORTANT: The $60 per night fee covers 4 people per site. The absolute capacity for each site is 4 people, and you must provide us the name of each guest prior to arrival. TRANSPORTATION: Bakers Island Light Station is a remote island located in Salem Sound. There are a few ways to get there, including taking the Essex Heritage landing craft (additional fee per person) from Salem, renting a mooring at the light station for your own boat, or kayaking. ALL CAMPERS MUST ARRANGE TRANSPORTATION AFTER BOOKING. DETAILS WILL BE SENT FOLLOWING CONFIRMATION OF BOOKING.

Camp chickweed

1 site · Tent2 acres · Epsom, NH

I recently bought this place to realize my dream of owning land and sharing it with like-minded people. I have fallen madly in love with it already and I’m just getting started! I have cleared space for a great campsite to maintain privacy and river access for all. Looking forward to you falling in love with it too!

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Browns Ridge Family Farm!

6 sites · Lodging, Tents40 acres · Ossipee, NH

We are one of the first farms in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire and was originally the first stage coach stop for the area. Our house built in 1750s and at one point had hundreds of acres passed down which were passed down from a kings grant The original area was named after the original settlers, the Browns. Our house was also tavern in the beginning. This property has only passed hands through 4 families and remained with the Browns for most of its life. It has stayed as a farm for most of its tenure. We own 40 acres of pasture and woods and would love for you to come stay!

Forest & farm

3 sites · RVs, Tents113 acres · Acton, ME

Learn more about this land:Lakes & ocean within 10 to 20 min Trails for hiking & horses Fishing lakes streams or ocean historical sights Many local businesses sharing the taste of Maine

The Cove

2 sites · Lodging3 acres · Eliot, ME

Learn more about this land:Quit home on 3 acres minutes from town and the southern seacoast. Great beaches and restaurants. Fishing, Walking, boating, Lots of seafood and LOBSTER!

Tiny Pine

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Tilton, NH

Lakefront glamping cabin with fishing dock, swim floats, kayaks, peddle boat, fire pit and hammock. Come stay on the lake and experience the tinyhouse on wheels way of living. Take in all the lakefront has to offer with a dock, 2 kayaks (available June through October), a tiny pontoon peddle boat and your own private outdoor area to swim, have a campfire, BBQ or lounge in the hammock. The tinyhouse is situated at the top of a small hill that slopes down to the lake. You’ll feel like you’re up in the trees when looking out of the bedroom windows at the views of the water. Directly outside the tinyhouse you’ll find a propane grill (propane provided), table and chairs. A fire pit is just steps away to cozy up around a campfire. Firewood is available onsite for $5/bundle. Please leave cash in the red bin on the wall next to the sofa. Follow the short path to the lake stairs which will bring you down the hillside to the tinyhouse dock where you can swim, fish and spot turtles through the clear water. You may even see the resident eagles. Round river floats and beach towels are provided for swimming. There’s a peddle boat (the unsinkable kind, not plastic) and various size life jackets for a leisurely peddle around the lake. Please bring your own children’s life jackets to make sure they are a proper fit. Inside the tinyhouse you’ll find one level of living with full functionality. There is one queen bedroom overlooking the lake through the pines. If you like to sleep in there are blackout curtains. 100% cotton linens are provided. The living room is a comfortable space with a couch that flips down into a bed for extra sleeping space plus 3” memory foam topper for extra comfort. Bedding for the couch can be found in the closet. Be sure to flip support bars down from the back of the couch when in the sleeping position. The living room also has an electric fireplace, Roku smart tv and ceiling fan. Please bring your login to stream your favorite apps. The kitchen is equipped with an apartment size fridge, a 4 in one microwave oven that also bakes, broils and air fries, an electric kettle, a Keurig K-Mini single coffee maker and a 2 pot induction cooktop that can be stored away for more counter space. Enjoy a lovely maple live edge bar top with 4 barstools for dining. The bathroom is a generously sized space you wouldn’t expect from a tinyhouse. There is a standard size tub and shower with on demand hot water, a flush toilet, and vessel sink. Towels, shampoo, conditioner and body wash are provided. This home has WiFi and a mini split system for temperature controlled comfort throughout the interior space. Parking for 2 vehicles or 1 plus boat or bike trailer is located on the rock driveway directly in front of the cabin.

Nearby parks

Explore the area’s public lands.

Pawtuckaway State Park: site 43 and site 44 on Horse Head Island are both large private sites with direct lake access.

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Pawtuckaway State Park

Raymond, New Hampshire

Morning sunrises light up the open evergreen woods.

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Harold Parker State Forest

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Hampton Beach State Park

Hampton Beach, New Hampshire

Ellacoya State Park

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Salisbury Beach State Reservation

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Beach camping near Portsmouth guide

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Looking for a camping getaway near Portsmouth, New Hampshire with a beach? Look no further! Hipcamp offers over 100 options in this area that cater to your beach-loving heart. From sandy shores to stunning views, you'll find the perfect spot to pitch your tent or park your RV. Check out top campsites like Greenbush Farm (213 reviews), Center Pond Farm (107 reviews), and Cape Cod Horse Farm (90 reviews) for a memorable camping experience. With popular amenities like pets, trash, and toilets, and activities ranging from climbing to horseback riding to paddling, you'll have everything you need for a fantastic beach camping adventure. Plus, with an average price per night of $55 and options as low as $25, you can enjoy the beauty of the beach without breaking the bank. Happy camping!