4.33174 reviewsPrice
$5 - $10/night
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Price
$5 - $10/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
Varies
Season
General camping avai...
Cell
No Service
Pets
No Pets
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1632 White Mountain Hwy, Tamworth, New Hampshire, 03886, United States
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Learn more about alerts →Families chasing a swim beach and a kid-friendly 2-mile lake loop will get a lot out of this place. The gradual drop-off is safe for small swimmers, kayak rentals start around $10-15, and wooded sites 1-31 stay cleaner than the waterfront ones. Book midweek in summer and grab a w
Reviewers flag more friction with staff here than at most state parks, rule enforcement runs strict, and interactions can turn tense fast. Add brown-tinged tap water in some areas, bathrooms in Area 1 that drew repeated complaints, and no cell signal, and campers with high expect
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Summer delivers the best conditions, with daytime highs in the mid-70s to around 80°F and cool nights in the 50s-60s. Water temperatures climb high enough for comfortable swimming and the lake sees steady boat traffic. All facilities and launches operate on regular schedules. Expect busier weekends and holiday crowds but quieter midweek windows. Winter lows can drop to 27°F. The pine-scented air remains a constant across seasons, though the forest offers less dramatic fall color than deciduous woods nearby.
Summer is peak season: warm days, swim-friendly water and full activity offerings.
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White Lake State Park offers a wide range of amenities to cater to campers' needs. These include bicycle riding, boating, fishing, a dump station, fire rings, handicap access, parking, pay telephones, picnic tables, a playground, ranger station, registration office, restrooms, retail supplies, showers, and a clear swimming lake. Campers noted mixed experiences: 'The lake is crystal clear and perfect for swimming,' but some commented on maintenance issues like 'disgusting bathrooms in Area 1' and 'the potable water having a brown color to it'.
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