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Top-rated campgrounds near Portsmouth
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Top-rated campgrounds near Portsmouth
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Matt
October 2025
1 night at Dancing Lawn
Very thoughtfully put together stay with everything we needed! Be ready for a chill in the colder months but a space heater and extra blankets were provided to make the stay as comfortable as possible! We loved our stay at Dancing Lawn
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Mary Elizabeth
October 2025
With kids
The idyllic location for being in nature. The yurt was wonderfully set up. We enjoyed hot tea each night. The property is close to amenities while feeling removed from the hustle and bustle of it all. Despite the cold we enjoyed an outdoor shower. The property is near a trail to take in all the changing leaves. The hosts were so kind and thoughtful and provided spot on recommendations. We are so grateful!
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Jessica
October 2025
Weekend Trip to Dancing Lawn
YURT=YES! We arrived to a wonderful oasis, greated by wild turkeys and a beautifully maintained home away from home! My mother and I went skydiving 8 minutes away for my birthday, and this is the perfect place to unwind and experience a wonderful mix of amenities and privacy. I could not have asked for a better birthday. Thank you to the wonderful hosts, who respond instantly and made our stay memorable for entertiny!
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Jennifer
October 2025
With kids
A beautiful space. Well kitted out. Would absolutely recommend and return. Thank you both so much.
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Emily
September 2025
With kids
The lake was warm still, clean, the views were beautiful. We were the last campers of the season so we had lots of privacy. The cabin had a fridge for us, a few basics re: utensils, plates , cups, washbin, an extra blanket, and a pull out couch. A fan, space heater, and toaster/coffeemaker. The space heater worked well at night. The bathroom was close and it had a full kitchen sink to wash, stall shower, toilet stall. There are motion sensor lights at night for the scaredy cats. Dumpster on site.
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Elliot
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Dancing Lawn
We loved the yurt! It was the perfect little getaway and we will be back again! 10/10
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Brenda
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Island View At Kiwanis Beach
We enjoyed our weekend in the cabin! Clean, comfortable, and quiet. My sister stayed in one of the platform tent sites. We spent most of the weekend at their site and would walk (or canoe!) back to ours. Sarah was a great host and made us feel right at home.
We will definitely be back next year.
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Meghan
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Island View At Kiwanis Beach
Great spot to relax by the water and kayak/canoe! Loved having all the basics provided to keep setup to a minimum. It was perfect to have a propane stove especially!
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Sarah
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Dancing Lawn
This was the first time we’ve stayed in a yurt, didn’t know what to expect. The place was very clean and welcoming. We got there after dark and found it fairly well with the little lanterns and the lights on when we arrived. On the night we were there - we heard a pair of Great-horned owls (according to the bird app) in trees close by- very cool and unexpected. We also woke up to rain sounding on the canvas - making it a very relaxing morning.
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Dianne
September 2025
With kids
This is my favorite camping spot!! Beautiful and private.
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Jordan
September 2025
1 night at Dancing Lawn
This was a beautiful and romantic place. Very grateful for such a beautiful location, yurt, amenities they had to offer. Highly recommend staying here.
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Sandy
August 2025
With kids
Our family of 3 loved our 2 night stay in the yurt! Would highly recommend, and we plan on returning!
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Thomas
August 2025
With pets
Very beautiful! Amazing views and the tent is steps from the water. Would highly recommend.
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Melissa
August 2025
2 nights at Island View At Kiwanis Beach
Loveeeee the site we got and the set up ! We had the best time !
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Elyssa
August 2025
Weekend Trip to Island View At Kiwanis Beach
We had an incredible time at Kiwanis beach! Our private site was the perfect spot for our mini baby moon! Sarah was so kind and accommodating and helped us out when I forgot some important and necessary items. We were already planning our next visit before the weekend ended! Definitely recommend this place for anyone looking for some private, dog friendly lake access camping! Looking forward to our next visit as a family of 3 (+ four legs!)
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Rebecca
August 2025
With kids
Such a magical spot! The yurt was perfectly cozy for our family of four. After tent camping, staying in the yurt provided all the luxuries we were ready for while still feeling close to the woods. The sink and hot plate made dinner easy! The outdoor shower was warm and wonderful and the outhouse was the cleanest I’ve experienced.
The owls were our favorite part of the stay! We snuggled up with the kids and listened to them call back and forth to each other. It sounded like they were right outside the yurt. So amazing! We would definitely stay again.
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Madeleine
August 2025
With kids
We had an amazing one-night stay at Dancing Lawn! It feels like a perfect private glen carved out for you and has everything you need for a super comfortable stay. Our four-year-old was in heaven and keeps asking about when we can go back to "our yurt." Thanks so much, Jason & Kelly, for setting up such a seamless experience! It was really magical.
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Erin
August 2025
3 nights at Dancing Lawn
This spot was so cozy and relaxing, and worked out great for our small family; our 5yo didn’t want to leave! Great central location to lovely beaches, shops, restaurants and more that make this area super fun. We loved the outdoor shower! Many thanks :)
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helenms311
August 2025
4 nights at Island View At Kiwanis Beach
We had a great time at the camp, the view was amazing as it was just steps from the lake. Beautiful sunsets and sunrises along with the sounds of the Loons helped make this a great spot. There is hardly any light pollution at night which make the stars so brilliant, we were amazed at how many shooting stars we saw during our stay. Sarah greeted us shortly after we arrived to check in to see if we needed anything, she was super friendly. We met some other people who worked there and they were very friendly too. I highly recommend this place to camp especially if you have a dog because it's dog friendly! We will definitely be returning.
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Karen
August 2025
With pets
This is our second year camping on Sarah’s land. Last year we stayed in lake view and this last time we stayed on Island view, which is larger and more set back but we loved both.
Honestly, we plan this little end of the year stay as a time to unwind at the end of the Summer and that is exactly what we did! I curled up on an Adirondack chair and read a good book. My husband took out the canoe and did some fishing and my niece swam right from our site. This is the easiest, most worry free camping trip ever and Sarah is so thoughtful. We hope we can stay again next year!
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The best family-friendly glamping near Portsmouth guide
Where to go
Along the coast
Drive alongside the Atlantic Ocean, where state parks sit right on the beach. History lovers will enjoy the military history of Odiorne Point State Park. Further down the coast, you can fish, swim, and picnic at Rye Harbor State Park or Jenness State Beach. After a dip in the Atlantic, check into your campsite. RV, cabin, and tent campsites dot the area, so you can easily find one, no matter where you stop.
The Great Bay
Head further inland without sacrificing your water access. The Great Bay River runs just outside Portsmouth, while the Great Bay National Wildlife Refuge spans more than 1,000 acres. The trails are suitable for all kinds of hikers—not to mention unique birds and wildlife. See what you can see. Portsmouth, NH camping is as enjoyable around the river as it is the Atlantic Ocean.
Pop into Maine
You’re as close to Maine as you are to New Hampshire, so don’t ignore the parks and beaches across the border. Hike at the Kittery Town Forest, or, if you’d rather a taste of local history, learn all about the military at Fort McClary State Historic Site. You can spend the night in the state of your choosing. But, before you head back to New Hampshire, savor a lobster roll at a campground with a picnic area.
When to go
The Atlantic Ocean gets cold even in the summertime, so if you want a seaside getaway, come in the warm months. With your choice of beach, you can spend the day fishing, hiking, canoeing, and swimming. However, don’t overlook Portsmouth in the off-seasons. The city offers plenty of indoor activities, so you can easily plan a winter camping trip to explore museums and military sites.