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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.

20Sep2024 Update: The river is near record lows but that exposes the sandbars for setting up your beach chairs and there is ample depth for the swimming hole below the rapids. This also means the fish have congregated to the deeper pools and you can see them from the trail above the riverbank. 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 getting out of 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 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 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 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. You are only two traffic lights away from the Merrimack Premium Outlet Mall should you need something to do during inclement weather.

Activities

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Paddling

Natural features

Beach

Forest

River, stream, or creek

Swimming hole

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117 ratings · 98 reviews

Steven S.recommends

October 3, 2024

Site-2 Souhegan Serenity

A beautiful spot

This was my second time here and I'm looking forward to coming again. Beautiful spot and secluded. The firewood I had ordered burned great.

Charlotte M.recommends

September 25, 2024

Site 1- Indian Ledges Overlook

An excellent and well stocked camp site. We enjoyed our quick getaway from Boston.

Amber G.recommends

September 24, 2024

Site-2 Souhegan Serenity

Great secluded spot

Easy to find! Beautiful, private location near the river with great accommodations. Loved the covered platform and table set up.

Aimee H.recommends

September 17, 2024

Site 1- Indian Ledges Overlook

Camped here in September with 80degree days so we were still able to take advantage of the river. 3 adults, one infant, one dog, stayed in tents and a pop-up truck camper. Plenty of room for us. Site provides a tarp above the picnic table, but we also brought our own ez-up to put over the picnic table, although we hardly encountered any mosquitoes. Easy check-in and out with a great welcome info pdf Bob sends prior to arriving. The woodchips throughout the site make a comfortable floor, especially for tent sleeping.

Rowan D.recommends

September 10, 2024

Site-2 Souhegan Serenity

One of my favorite sites on HipCamp! Second time booking Site 2, and I’m looking forward to the next! Thanks Bob!

Kelly G.recommends

September 9, 2024

Site 1- Indian Ledges Overlook

Fun with the river frogs

My family really enjoyed our tent camping experience. The toilet was clean and easy to use, the site was very comfortable, and Wilson was just as sweet and friendly as could be! We loved spending our day playing in and napping by the river, and catching frogs was a favorite pastime! All of us had a wonderful time, in spite of a little rain. We would love to come back again!

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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