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Souhegan Shores

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· Merrimack, Hillsborough, New Hampshire

21 acres hosted by Bob G.

2 RV/tent sites

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Best in New Hampshire: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Bob is a Star Host

Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

Winter Update: We've had hard ground freeze and then thaw and 2.5 inches of rain. So the roads in are passable to any type of vehicle when it refreezes, but can be sketchy to light vehicles after a thaw or more rain. Play it safe and please check in with your host to confirm your vehicle won't have difficulty getting back up the slight rise to exit the sites. (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 near 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 have a better chance of keeping 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 kayaks or on paddleboards. 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 up stream 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. He's been known to mound up snow with the tractor. 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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131 ratings · 111 reviews

Alex H.recommends

December 19, 2024

Site 1- Indian Ledges Overlook

Clear instructions, good comms before the visit, and as described! Thanks

Julie Anna H.recommends

November 23, 2024

Site-2 Souhegan Serenity

Amazing and kind host. Was very helpful throughout the whole trip! Would definitely go again

Jason G.recommends

October 28, 2024

Site 1- Indian Ledges Overlook

One of the Good Ones

Lovely bit of land. Possibly the best Hipcamp I've been to yet. I arrived after dark yet was easily able to follow the directions to the site. I found the place clean, fully-stocked with wood and ready to go. The tarp flying high over the picnic table really helped keep the area clean and tidy for cooking and prep. Proximity to the river is clutch. It makes a beautiful sound at night and is simple to visit. It was a bit cold for swimming, but I bet it's perfect on a hot summer day. I also heard it's fun to catch crawfish there. The site feels very private. It's dark and intimate in the woods, yet the field right across the foot bridge allows for some seriously expansive views of the sky. I would think about coming here during the next meteor shower. It's nice having the field so close. I also met the owners. They're both very nice people, and I got the impression they really love the land and how it's being used. Bob is great to hang out with, we got some good conversations going. Wilson the dog even stopped by to say hello. No regrets about this place, I'll be coming back again!

Gabin J.recommends

October 28, 2024

Site-2 Souhegan Serenity

Un site de camping parfait

L’emplacement était génial, nous avions de l’intimité et il y avait tout l’équipement nécessaire pour passer un bon week-end ! De plus, Bob a été un très bon hôte, très gentil, serviable et disponible ! Je recommande vivement !!

Liam V.recommends

October 28, 2024

Site-2 Souhegan Serenity

Fantastic camping experience. Bob was very friendly and welcoming, helped us out with firewood and gave us a lot of good information and stories about the land. The campsite is very private, tucked away in beautiful mature trees, with lots of nice flat cleared space for tents. Lots of thoughtful touches throughout the site and property. We hope to be back soon. Thank you for a great camp!

Charles K.recommends

October 23, 2024

Site 1- Indian Ledges Overlook

Pleasant stay

Bob and Tini, short for Christine were epic as was a visit from their dog Wilson. Very easy to find and I felt extremely isolated even though I was on their property. Super clean site and the river was beautiful. I swam in it and it was clean. They think of everything for their guests. You won't need a tarp, folding table, or even chairs. all is supplied. I will be back.

Location

Merrimack, Hillsborough, New Hampshire, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Wabanaki (Dawnland Confederacy), N’dakina (Abenaki / Abénaquis), and Pennacook First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Bob G.

Joined in May 2023

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