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| Location | Waterville Valley, New Hampshire |
|---|---|
| Nightly rate (listed) | From $24/night |
| Guest rating | 5.0 / 5 (38 reviews) |
| Maximum RV length | 30 ft (longest listed site) |
| Hookups | None listed |
| RV sites | 19 |
| Pets allowed | Yes |
| Book on | Recreation.gov |
From the park's listing on Recreation.gov. Confirm details with the park before you book.
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Waterville Campground is a Recreation.gov campground in NH. It lists 19 RV or RV/tent sites and 6 tent sites for rigs up to 30 ft. Pets are allowed per the listing.
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Availability checked Oct 11 on Recreation.gov. Rates are the provider's nightly rates; totals are estimates before taxes & fees.
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| Site | Fr 30 | Sa 31 | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 018 standard nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 027 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 011 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 014 standard nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 006 standard nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 003 standard nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 026 standard nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 022 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 021 standard nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 023 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 002 standard nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 004 |
✓ available · R reserved · X not available · C closed · W first come, first served · N not yet released
Verbatim from guest reviews on Recreation.gov ↗ (38 reviews, ★ 5.0). Not written or edited by us.
“I found the campground to be very satisfactory. It was clean and neat on the grounds and in the facilities. The caretakers were helpful with accommodating my party's needs. ”
“Peaceful campground conveniently located near so many hiking trails. Wonderfully maintained!”
This weekend (Fri, Oct 30 – Sun, Nov 1): Book online. Reservations online on Recreation.gov — open dates and rates come from the booking site.
Longest RV site listed: 30 ft. Unsure if your rig fits? Check it in the Rig Fit tool
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Waterville Campground sits at the edge of the Mad River in the southern White Mountains, a compact facility that works well as a base for exploring the Pemigewasset Wilderness and nearby rec areas. The campground's 25 sites are arranged around a single paved loop and are spaced to give a feeling of separation under a canopy of northern hardwoods; 19 sites are listed for both RVs and tents while six are tent-only. On-site basics include vault restrooms and drinking water, and additional services such as showers and laundry are available within a short drive. The campground is reached from Interstate 93 via Highway 49 east and a short turn onto Tripoli Road, making it an easy stop for both day-trippers and people moving between trailheads. Because site amenities and seasonal schedules are managed by the White Mountain National Forest, campers should check the Forest Service website for current fees, reservation rules, opening dates and any vehicle-length or hookup restrictions before arriving. The area around Waterville is rich with outdoor options: a short walk brings you to trailheads for the Drakes Brook Trail (4.4 miles) and the Sandwich Trail (3.9 miles), which form a convenient loop for day hikes that start near the campground. The Mad River runs adjacent to the site and is a local spot for brook trout fishing, while more adventurous paddlers can reach a 2.1-mile stretch of class I II whitewater on the Winnipesaukee River a bit farther afield. Nearby towns and resorts add variety Waterville Valley Resort offers summer concerts, dining, guided horseback rides and mountain bike rentals, and local beaches such as Gilford Beach, Dixon Point and Sandwich Beach are available for swimming and picnicking. Wildlife viewing is a regular part of the experience here (moose, white-tailed deer and black bear are present, and the White Mountains support nearly 200 bird species including the rare Bicknell's thrush), and the broader national forest supports year-round activities from skiing and winter sports to biking, fire-lookout stays and overnight cabin options.
| Agency / operator | Not listed |
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| Booking | Recreation.gov [Recreation.gov] |
| Max RV / trailer length |
Picks are 30 ft or shorter: the longest RV site listed here. Pickup area: Boston (Boston Logan International (BOS)), about 112 mi straight-line from Waterville Campground. RV rentals in Boston
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| $24 |
| 009 standard nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 010 standard nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 013 standard nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 025 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 020 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 008 standard nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 024 standard nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 015 standard nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 017 standard nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 016 standard nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 005 standard nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 012 standard nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 019 standard nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
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| Bear storage | Not listed |
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| Season | Not listed |
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| Hookups | Not listed |
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| Max stay | 14 nights max |
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Sources: Recreation.gov — Waterville Campground. "Not listed" means no source we use states it.
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Closest stays by type. Distances are straight-line from Waterville Campground, not driving.
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