The best safari tent rentals near Manchester, New Hampshire

Lying on the Merrimack River in southern New Hampshire, Manchester promises year-round fun, from hiking and boating on lakes and rivers in summer to skiing and tubing at the city’s McIntyre Ski Area in winter. The city is also an arts and cultural destination that is home to the historic Palace Theatre and Currier Museum. In the heart of New England, Manchester also has a convenient location that’s within an hour’s drive of Boston and the Atlantic Ocean and less than two hours from the White Mountains, Lakes Region, and many other top destinations in Maine, Vermont, and Massachusetts.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Manchester

1. Tiny House, Horse Trailer, S Tent

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24mi from Manchester · 5 sites · Lodging

Choose from a variety of unique accommodations situated on the Contoocook River and Powder Mill Pond in Southern NH at our 27 acre Rustic Chic Retreat. Find some info and links of several of the sites located on the property. Be it swimming, kayaking, boating, sunning, hiking, biking, or fishing; spectacular fall foliage, and bird watching or winter sports like skiing, boarding, ice skating, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing,....take time out to enjoy what nature has to offer to the fullest, right here in your new backyard. Explore nature’s wonderland; starting with 27 acres of woods and waterfront beauty on Powder Mill Pond and the Contoocook River. During the warmer weather, you can hop in one of the kayaks, canoes, and paddle boats, (on-site for a small rental fee), sunbathe on the refreshing 30 ft. lily pad, or simply relax in the swing or hammock looking out over Mount Monadnock. During the winter, cross country ski, ice skate or fish or strap-on a pair of the complimentary snowshoes ...while year round, enjoy sharing s’mores and stories by the fire pit! You can also explore several other accomodations listed on Airbnb if you do not find what you are looking for here.

2. Crows Nest

44mi from Manchester · 38 sites

The wooded wonderland of New Hampshire forms the backdrop for Crow’s Nest Campground in Newport, NH. Set in the beautiful Lake Sunapee Region, our campground is on 34 scenic acres and borders a half-mile of the Sugar River. When you camp with us, you’ll enjoy family activities like trout fishing, swimming in the pool or wading pool, splashing in the pond, or exploring the river. Want a break from the water? Head over to the recreation hall to play pool, air hockey, Foozeball, or one of our arcade games. Join our holiday weekend ice cream socials or play BINGO (candy bar BINGO for kids of all ages and regular BINGO for adults!) Dogs are most welcome at Crow’s Nest Campground! Just bring their updated rabies certificate. Whether you are looking for wooded, waterfront, or field sites – we have it all at our clean campground right in the foothills of Mount Sunapee. Our clean and modern RV Park is nestled in New Hampshire’s sugar maple country. Make memories at our family friendly campground, and use it as a launching point to explore the amazing outdoor opportunities in New Hampshire. Engulf yourself in the rushing sounds of the river Quiet hours enforced for a good nights sleep Tons of recreation options on and off-site Well-kept property with amazing nature proximity *Water hookup is unavailable during the winter season, typically from October 15th to May 15th. No water hookup is provided during this period.

Lying on the Merrimack River in southern New Hampshire, Manchester promises year-round fun, from hiking and boating on lakes and rivers in summer to skiing and tubing at the city’s McIntyre Ski Area in winter. The city is also an arts and cultural destination that is home to the historic Palace Theatre and Currier Museum. In the heart of New England, Manchester also has a convenient location that’s within an hour’s drive of Boston and the Atlantic Ocean and less than two hours from the White Mountains, Lakes Region, and many other top destinations in Maine, Vermont, and Massachusetts.

99% (72)

Top-rated campgrounds near Manchester

1. Tiny House, Horse Trailer, S Tent

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(97)

24mi from Manchester · 5 sites · Lodging

Choose from a variety of unique accommodations situated on the Contoocook River and Powder Mill Pond in Southern NH at our 27 acre Rustic Chic Retreat. Find some info and links of several of the sites located on the property. Be it swimming, kayaking, boating, sunning, hiking, biking, or fishing; spectacular fall foliage, and bird watching or winter sports like skiing, boarding, ice skating, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing,....take time out to enjoy what nature has to offer to the fullest, right here in your new backyard. Explore nature’s wonderland; starting with 27 acres of woods and waterfront beauty on Powder Mill Pond and the Contoocook River. During the warmer weather, you can hop in one of the kayaks, canoes, and paddle boats, (on-site for a small rental fee), sunbathe on the refreshing 30 ft. lily pad, or simply relax in the swing or hammock looking out over Mount Monadnock. During the winter, cross country ski, ice skate or fish or strap-on a pair of the complimentary snowshoes ...while year round, enjoy sharing s’mores and stories by the fire pit! You can also explore several other accomodations listed on Airbnb if you do not find what you are looking for here.

2. Crows Nest

44mi from Manchester · 38 sites

The wooded wonderland of New Hampshire forms the backdrop for Crow’s Nest Campground in Newport, NH. Set in the beautiful Lake Sunapee Region, our campground is on 34 scenic acres and borders a half-mile of the Sugar River. When you camp with us, you’ll enjoy family activities like trout fishing, swimming in the pool or wading pool, splashing in the pond, or exploring the river. Want a break from the water? Head over to the recreation hall to play pool, air hockey, Foozeball, or one of our arcade games. Join our holiday weekend ice cream socials or play BINGO (candy bar BINGO for kids of all ages and regular BINGO for adults!) Dogs are most welcome at Crow’s Nest Campground! Just bring their updated rabies certificate. Whether you are looking for wooded, waterfront, or field sites – we have it all at our clean campground right in the foothills of Mount Sunapee. Our clean and modern RV Park is nestled in New Hampshire’s sugar maple country. Make memories at our family friendly campground, and use it as a launching point to explore the amazing outdoor opportunities in New Hampshire. Engulf yourself in the rushing sounds of the river Quiet hours enforced for a good nights sleep Tons of recreation options on and off-site Well-kept property with amazing nature proximity *Water hookup is unavailable during the winter season, typically from October 15th to May 15th. No water hookup is provided during this period.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Shannon

October 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Tiny House, Horse Trailer, S Tent

We love this camp site! It literally has everything you would need! Morning coffee on the deck in the Adirondack chairs is the most peaceful and best way to start the day. We love taking the boats out on the lake and taking a dip in the hot tub. This was our third time going to this site and we are looking forward to coming back in the future!

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James

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Tiny House, Horse Trailer, S Tent

This is a great camping spot. The nearby waterfall provides a constant blanket of sound that insulates you from the outside world so it feels very isolated without being "in the middle of nowhere". It is well equipped with everything you could need (except food & clothes) and the host provides lots of info about local things to do.

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Jessica

September 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Tiny House, Horse Trailer, S Tent

Certainly better accommodations than expected. The tent site was private and had all the essentials you could need. Just bring your fishing rod, a meal, and your favorite drink. Our children loved “living” on the tent site for the weekend. They are already asking the next time we can go. Thank you for a perfect weekend to bid farewell to summer.

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Maria

August 2025

With pets

2 nights at Tiny House, Horse Trailer, S Tent

My family and I loved the quiet and peaceful place, sleeping with the sound of the water, getting up, lighting the bonfire, and above all, our two dogs accompanied us and enjoyed themselves. It was two unforgettable days. Samantha was very kind and showed us everything we had access to. I hope it's a place to return to soon.

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Liz

August 2025

With pets

3 nights at Tiny House, Horse Trailer, S Tent

The safari tent site is perfect. Very private. The screen house was awesome for when it got a bit too buggy or for games when it was drizzling. We had a great time.

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Jack

July 2025

With kids

3 nights at Tiny House, Horse Trailer, S Tent

We had a perfect stay at the Safari Tent - what a beautiful spot with a perfect setup and caring hospitality. The camp site felt secluded and private, yet not far from our car if we needed to get something. The tent with air mattresses worked well (they even had spares just in case), while the screened-in dining area, clean latrine, fire pit with chairs and ample firewood supply, as well as sturdy picnic table with work bench for our cooking setup made our site feel complete and comfortable with minimal effort. The best part was the sound of the waterfall had me sleeping like a baby all night :) We made use of the kayaks for fishing and racing across the scenic pond, and the hot tub in the evening to relax after a day of adventuring. Lots to see in the region - I highly recommend the White Birch General Store in town for fine coffee and sandwiches, and Pack Monadnock mountain for a good hike that leads to spectacular views! Our host was very welcoming, gave us space to be on our own but provided prompt support when we reached out with questions. I'd be very happy to visit again, and recommend this place to those seeking an easy and beautiful place to stay.

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Lorraine

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Tiny House, Horse Trailer, S Tent

All you need to do is show up! They thought of everything you need and provided it. Loved this spot, private, quiet and peaceful.

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Jordyn

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Tiny House, Horse Trailer, S Tent

Me and my two friends had a wonderful stay at the safari tent! Donna was super informative and welcoming. The tent itself had everything we needed including storage and lanterns. They also recently added another outdoor patio area that was tented in that was perfect for food and games away from bugs (which there were a lot of, not that there is much they can do about that). Would come again!

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Haley

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Tiny House, Horse Trailer, S Tent

The camp site was beautiful and well kept, the river and lake were great for kayaking and fishing!

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Ashley

June 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Tiny House, Horse Trailer, S Tent

This tent was perfect! There was an old record player which was really nice to use early morning and at night. Firewood was available at the campsite and the outhouse was clean and exclusive to the campsite. Lanterns were available inside the tent which was great. Using the hot tub at nice was nice and private as well, and being able to use boats was fun. The only downside at the site itself was mosquitoes, couldn’t leave the tent open for more than 10 seconds. I have DOZENS of bites

Jessica

May 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Tiny House, Horse Trailer, S Tent

We enjoyed our stay at the Teeny Cabin, despite the weather (rain off and on). We went fishing, took walks to explore, our kids enjoyed riding the bikes, we loved the hot tub, enjoyed the nature and everything about it. And both Donna and Samantha were wonderful! We will be back!

More campsites near Manchester

Crows Nest

44mi from Manchester · 38 sites

The wooded wonderland of New Hampshire forms the backdrop for Crow’s Nest Campground in Newport, NH. Set in the beautiful Lake Sunapee Region, our campground is on 34 scenic acres and borders a half-mile of the Sugar River. When you camp with us, you’ll enjoy family activities like trout fishing, swimming in the pool or wading pool, splashing in the pond, or exploring the river. Want a break from the water? Head over to the recreation hall to play pool, air hockey, Foozeball, or one of our arcade games. Join our holiday weekend ice cream socials or play BINGO (candy bar BINGO for kids of all ages and regular BINGO for adults!) Dogs are most welcome at Crow’s Nest Campground! Just bring their updated rabies certificate. Whether you are looking for wooded, waterfront, or field sites – we have it all at our clean campground right in the foothills of Mount Sunapee. Our clean and modern RV Park is nestled in New Hampshire’s sugar maple country. Make memories at our family friendly campground, and use it as a launching point to explore the amazing outdoor opportunities in New Hampshire. Engulf yourself in the rushing sounds of the river Quiet hours enforced for a good nights sleep Tons of recreation options on and off-site Well-kept property with amazing nature proximity *Water hookup is unavailable during the winter season, typically from October 15th to May 15th. No water hookup is provided during this period.

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The best safari tents near Manchester guide

Where to go

Massabesic Lake

About a 10-minute drive west of downtown, Massabesic Lake covers 2,500 acres and is a popular spot for boating, sailing, and fishing. Around 50 miles of multi-use trails surround the lake for use by hikers and bikers.

Lakes Region

Home to the state’s largest lake, Lake Winnipesaukee, as well as Squam Lake, Newfound Lake, Ossipee Lake, and Lake Sunapee, New Hampshire's Lakes Region offers an abundance of outdoor activities, from paddling and swimming in the summer to ice fishing and skating in the winter. On the southwest shore of Lake Winnipesaukee, camping is available at Ellacoya State Park Campground, an hour’s drive north of Manchester.

White Mountains

The hardwood forests, alpine peaks, and towering mountains of the White Mountains National Forest are less than two hours from Manchester. Within the area, Echo Lake State Park offers canoeing, kayaking, and mountain biking, while Crawford Notch State Park has waterfalls and camping at its Dry River Campground.

When to go

While spring and summer are the most popular times to visit, Manchester and its surrounding area are four-season destinations. Summer is perfect for getting out onto the water; fall offers the chance to enjoy the spectacle of the landscape blazing with rich hues as the leaves turn, while winter promises snowy adventures, from skiing to ice fishing.