Family Camping Near Lake Winnipesaukee, NH
Adventure Bound New Hampshire — a family camping resort in the New Hampshire Lakes Region, minutes from Lake Winnipesaukee, Weirs Beach & Squam Lake.
Adventure Bound New Hampshire — Quick Facts
| Resort | Adventure Bound New Hampshire |
|---|---|
| Address | 35 Jellystone Park, New Hampton, NH 03256 |
| Region | New Hampshire Lakes Region — central NH |
| Phone | 603-968-9000 |
| Booking | book.abcamping.com |
| Check-in / out | 2:00 PM / 1:00 PM |
| Pets | Pet-friendly |
| Stay options | Cabin rentals, full-hookup RV sites, tent sites |
| Lake Winnipesaukee | About 15 miles (≈ 15–20 minutes) |
| Weirs Beach | About 18 miles (≈ 20–25 minutes) |
| Squam Lake | About 12 miles (≈ 12–15 minutes) |
| Boston, MA | About 110 miles (≈ 2 hours via I-93) |
Where to Camp Near Lake Winnipesaukee — and Why It Matters Where You Stay
Adventure Bound New Hampshire is a family camping resort in New Hampton, in the heart of New Hampshire’s Lakes Region. The resort sits a short drive from Lake Winnipesaukee, Weirs Beach, and Squam Lake — close enough that the lake is part of your day, but with enough on-site activity that nobody is bored on the days you choose to stay home.
That balance is what separates a resort vacation from a campground basecamp. A lot of campgrounds in the Lakes Region are quiet basecamps that send you off-property to find something to do. Adventure Bound New Hampshire is a resort where the youngest kids splash on the splash pad, families swim in the outdoor pool, ride the inflatable waterslides, soak in the hot tub, ride the Adventure Bound Express Train, dig for gemstones at the Cold River mining sluice, play GaGa ball or basketball or volleyball or cornhole, scoop ice cream at the snack bar, and meet the Adventure Buddies mascot crew — all without leaving the property. The Cold River runs through the resort itself, so kids can fish and splash close to the campsite.
When you are ready to head to the lake, you have options. Lake Winnipesaukee is about 15 miles away. Weirs Beach — the boardwalk, the public beach, and the dock for the M/S Mount Washington cruise — is about 18 miles. Squam Lake, the quieter “On Golden Pond” lake, is about 12 miles. The southern end of the White Mountain National Forest is about 45 miles to the northwest. Boston is about 110 miles south, an easy weekend drive on I-93 — which is why Adventure Bound New Hampshire is one of the most-booked Lakes Region resorts for Boston-area families.
How Close to Lake Winnipesaukee, Weirs Beach & Squam Lake?
The resort is about 15 miles from Lake Winnipesaukee — roughly a 15–20 minute drive depending on which point on the lake you’re heading to. Weirs Beach (the boardwalk, the public beach, the arcade strip, and the cruise dock) is about 18 miles, around a 20–25 minute drive. Meredith on the northwestern shore is about 20 miles. Squam Lake is closer, about 12 miles or a 12–15 minute drive.
That puts a typical day’s-trip menu within easy reach:
- Weirs Beach — boardwalk, public beach, arcades, M/S Mount Washington cruise dock
- Lake Winnipesaukee public beaches — including Ellacoya State Park (Gilford) and Endicott Rock Beach (Laconia)
- Squam Lake — Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, scenic boat tours
- Meredith and Wolfeboro — shopping, dining, lakeside walks
- Southern White Mountain National Forest — about 45 miles, hiking and waterfalls
- Storyland (Glen, NH) — a classic-family theme park, a full day-trip drive to the north
Drive times are estimates. The resort team confirms current routing on request when you book.
Why Families Pick Adventure Bound New Hampshire for Their Lakes Region Trip
1. The resort is built for kids — activities are on-site and included
The splash pad (a favorite with the youngest crowd), outdoor pool, hot tub, inflatable waterslides, the Adventure Bound Express Train, gemstone mining at Cold River, GaGa ball, basketball court, volleyball court, cornhole, the Adventure Buddies mascot, snack bar, and scoop ice cream are all on the property and included with your stay. You don’t have to load the car every morning to entertain the kids.
2. The Lakes Region is right there
Lake Winnipesaukee, Weirs Beach, Squam Lake, the M/S Mount Washington cruise, the southern White Mountains, and Storyland are all reachable as day trips. You get the New Hampshire vacation experience without the deep-woods isolation.
3. It’s a workable Boston-driveshed trip
About two hours up I-93 from Boston. That makes Adventure Bound New Hampshire a real Friday-after-work option — not just a destination for a long, planned vacation.
What’s On-Site at Adventure Bound New Hampshire
Pool, Water & Family Activities
- Outdoor swimming pool (open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend)
- Hot tub / spa
- Splash pad — popular with the youngest kids
- Inflatable waterslides
- Adventure Bound Express Train ride
- Gemstone mining at Cold River
- Adventure Buddies mascot meet-ups
- GaGa ball pit, cornhole, basketball court, volleyball court
Food, Comfort & Convenience
- Camp store
- Snack bar with prepared food
- Scoop ice cream
- Bath house and showers
- Laundry
- Dump station
- Golf cart rentals (book at check-in or in advance)
On the Property
- The Cold River runs through the resort — fishing and splashing
- Pet-friendly throughout
Themed Weekends
Adventure Bound resorts run a packed themed-weekend calendar through the summer and fall — Water Wars, Pirate Weekend, Tie-Dye, Christmas in July, Glow Night, Halloween Spooktacular, and more. The current 2026 calendar is on the events page; dates are confirmed by the resort each season.
Stay Options
Cabin rentals, full-hookup RV sites, and tent sites are all bookable through Campspot at book.abcamping.com. Live cabin types, RV pad lengths, and tent-site features — along with current pricing — are on the booking page. See also our Ways to Stay page.
Discounts That Apply to Your Stay
The standard Adventure Bound discount programs apply at every resort, including New Hampshire:
- Military: 15% off sites and rentals
- Senior (65+): 15% off sites and rentals
- Adventure Bound seasonal residents at any AB park visiting another AB park: 15%
- Tents for Troops participating: 2 nights free (eligibility per program)
- Loyalty Program members: early check-in / late check-out perks where availability allows
Apply codes at booking, or call 603-968-9000 and the resort team will be happy to help you set it up.
Camping Near Lake Winnipesaukee — Frequently Asked Questions
Is Adventure Bound New Hampshire a good campground for families with young kids?
Yes — and the youngest kids are specifically catered for. The resort’s primary guest is the family with kids: about 6 in 10 reservations are family vacationers. The on-site setup reflects that. For toddlers and the under-six crowd there’s a splash pad that the little ones tend to gravitate to all day. For older kids, an outdoor pool, inflatable waterslides, the Adventure Bound Express Train ride, gemstone mining at Cold River, the Adventure Buddies mascot crew, GaGa ball, basketball, volleyball, cornhole, and a snack bar with scoop ice cream are all on the property and included with your stay. The Cold River runs through the resort and gives kids a place to splash and fish without leaving the campground. For families who don’t want to spend every day driving to find something for the kids to do, that mix is the point.
How far is Adventure Bound New Hampshire from Lake Winnipesaukee?
The resort is about 15 miles from Lake Winnipesaukee, roughly a 15–20 minute drive. From the resort to Weirs Beach specifically — the boardwalk, public beach, arcades, and Mount Washington cruise dock — it’s about 18 miles, around 20–25 minutes. Meredith, on the northwestern shore, is about 20 miles. The drive is short enough that families can do half-day trips to the lake, then come back to the resort pool and waterslides without burning a whole day in the car.
What’s the closest lake to Adventure Bound New Hampshire?
Squam Lake is the closest major lake, about 12 miles (12–15 minutes). Squam is the quieter, less-developed lake — known as the “On Golden Pond” lake — and is good for paddling, the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, and scenic boat tours. Lake Winnipesaukee, the bigger and busier lake, is about 15 miles away. The Cold River also runs right through the resort property for on-site fishing and splashing.
Is Adventure Bound New Hampshire near Weirs Beach?
Yes. Weirs Beach is about 18 miles from the resort, about a 20–25 minute drive. From the resort you can reach the Weirs Beach boardwalk, the public beach, the arcade strip, and the M/S Mount Washington cruise dock as a half-day or full-day trip. Many families do Weirs Beach in the morning, return to the resort for pool and waterslide time in the afternoon, then head back out for ice cream or a sunset on the lake.
How long is the drive from Boston to Adventure Bound New Hampshire?
About two hours up I-93 north — roughly 110 miles. That’s why the resort is one of the most-booked Lakes Region camping resorts for Boston-area families. You can leave Boston Friday after work and be at the resort in time for late check-in, then have a full Saturday and Sunday in the Lakes Region before driving home.
Are there cabin rentals at Adventure Bound New Hampshire?
Yes. Adventure Bound New Hampshire offers cabin rentals along with full-hookup RV sites and tent sites. Specific cabin types, sleeping capacity, bedding, and current pricing are listed on the live booking page at book.abcamping.com so families see real-time availability for their dates. Cabin guests have full use of the resort’s outdoor pool, hot tub, inflatable waterslides, train, mining, and other on-site activities.
Does Adventure Bound New Hampshire have a swimming pool?
Yes. The resort has an outdoor swimming pool plus a separate hot tub, and a splash pad designed for the younger kids. The pool operates from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend each year. The pool is a family resort pool used together with the splash pad and inflatable waterslides during the summer months.
Is Adventure Bound New Hampshire pet-friendly?
Yes — the resort is pet-friendly throughout. Confirm specific pet rules at booking; policies are kept current on the booking page.
What is there to do near Adventure Bound New Hampshire besides camping?
Within easy day-trip range you have Weirs Beach (boardwalk, beach, arcades, Mount Washington cruise — about 18 miles), Lake Winnipesaukee public beaches like Ellacoya State Park in Gilford, Squam Lake and the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center (about 12 miles), the village of Meredith for shopping and dining, the southern White Mountain National Forest for hiking (about 45 miles), and Storyland in Glen, NH for a classic-family theme park day. Inside the resort you have the pool, hot tub, inflatable waterslides, the Adventure Bound Express Train, gemstone mining, and the Adventure Buddies activity schedule.
What’s the easiest way to book?
Book directly at book.abcamping.com — Adventure Bound’s own booking portal — to see live availability and current pricing for cabins, RV sites, and tent sites. Or call the resort at 603-968-9000 and the team will be happy to help.
Book Your Lake Winnipesaukee Camping Getaway
Adventure Bound New Hampshire is the family-resort base camp for Lake Winnipesaukee vacations. Cabins, full-hookup RV sites, tent sites, an outdoor pool, hot tub, splash pad, inflatable waterslides, the Adventure Bound Express Train, gemstone mining, and themed weekends — minutes from New Hampshire’s biggest lake. Reserve online or call 603-968-9000.
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