Elm Brook Park Rec Area

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Elm Brook Park Rec Area

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Four large group picnic shelters with tables and grills may be reserved for a fee. Over 100 family picnic sites are available on a first-come,...
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Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00
Total Campsite Fees$0.00

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"Reviewers overwhelmingly love Elm Brook Park Rec Area, describing it as very clean, beautiful, and well‑maintained, with friendly staff and rangers. It’s especially praised as a family‑friendly spot for reunions, showers, and group events, offering swimming, walking, fishing, and picnic facilities. Only one review reports a cleanliness issue with a shelter on arrival; otherwise feedback is consistently positive."

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About Elm Brook Park Rec Area

Nestled along the sparkling waters of Elm Brook Pool, this vibrant day-use park invites families to dive into a full day of outdoor adventure. From the moment you arrive at the sandy beach to your last cast from the accessible fishing dock, you'll discover why generations have made this their go-to destination for swimming, boating, hiking, and memorable picnics under towering shade trees.
Day-use park; no overnight camping is provided.
Natural Features and SceneryRolling hills embrace Elm Brook Pool's shoreline, where expansive green lawns meet groves of stately hardwood trees that have stood for decades. A hidden gem awaits nature lovers: a pristine natural wetland that comes alive with wildlife throughout the seasons. The park's 1.5-mile interpretive trail winds through this diverse landscape, connecting you to nearby multi-use trails that showcase the best of both wetland marshes and upland forests, each turn revealing a new perspective on the area's rich ecological tapestry.
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Campsite details

AccessibilityAn accessible fishing dock is available.
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  • The park has four large reservable group picnic shelters (tables and grills) and over 100 family picnic sites for day use
  • these are picnic facilities, not group campsites.
Tents
Tents are not allowed
RV vehicles
RV vehicles are not allowed
Primitive
Primitive are not allowed
Reservable
Reservations are allowed

Site layoutPark contains four large group picnic shelters with tables and grills, over 100 family picnic sites, a swimming beach, playground, horseshoe pits, basketball court, ball field, flush toilets, drinking water, and an elevated wildlife-viewing platform. Acres of open lawns and stands of mature hardwood trees provide shade and dispersed picnic areas.
Walk-in AvailabilityOver 100 family picnic sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Amenities available

Potable water
Picnic tables
Flush toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Elm Brook Park offers a variety of day-use recreational activities on Elm Brook Pool and surrounding lands, including boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing, plus ranger-led educational programs.
Hiking
A 1.5-mile interpretive trail winds through the park with views of wetlands and uplands; a multi-use trail system is located nearby at Hopkinton-Everett Reservoir.
Fishing
Anglers can fish for walleye, brook trout, sunfish and pickerel; the park includes an accessible fishing dock and a boat ramp.
Swimming
The park includes a designated swimming area with a beach.
Boating
Canoeing and kayaking are popular on the lake and Contoocook River; a boat ramp is available at the park.
Wildlife viewing
An elevated wildlife-viewing platform is provided; the park contains wetlands, uplands and stands of mature hardwoods that support diverse wildlife habitat.
Beach activities
A swimming area with a beach is available for visitors.
Cultural and Educational Programs
Uniformed park rangers offer special programs on nature topics throughout the season and run a Junior Ranger program each summer.
Water Sports
Canoeing and kayaking are commonly enjoyed; boating is supported by a boat ramp.
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Campground rules

  • Pets are not allowed

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Proximity to water featuresLocated on Elm Brook Pool with a swimming area and beach, boat ramp, and an accessible fishing dock.
HostThe park is staffed by uniformed park rangers who offer seasonal nature programs and a Junior Ranger program each summer.

Campground Map

Elm Brook Park Rec Area
Driving directionsTake I-89 to exit 6 and follow the signs to Elm Brook Park.
Located just off State Route 127 near Concord; accessible via I-89 (take exit 6).

Reviews from booking and map sources

1.6
20 reviews
Mixed Reviews
Mixed Reviews
Elm Brook Park Rec Area has mixed reviews, placing it in the bottom 85% of campgrounds based on reviews
Reviewers overwhelmingly love Elm Brook Park Rec Area, describing it as very clean, beautiful, and well‑maintained, with friendly staff and rangers. It’s especially praised as a family‑friendly spot for reunions, showers, and group events, offering swimming, walking, fishing, and picnic facilities. Only one review reports a cleanliness issue with a shelter on arrival; otherwise feedback is consistently positive.
Review Summaries
Based on 20 reviews

What Campers Love

Cleanliness and maintenance are top highlights: multiple users mention very clean bathrooms, well‑kept grounds, and one calls it “one of, if not the best maintained facilities I have ever been in.”...
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Common Concerns

There are almost no repeated complaints. One reviewer mentions arriving to a hut/shelter that had not been cleaned properly, with dirty grills and racks they ended up cleaning themselves. Another...
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Pro Tips & Recommendations

Plan to pack out all your trash; there are no trash bins, so bring your own trash bags. If you plan to grill, bring charcoal, lighter fluid, utensils, and a grill brush, since the built‑in grills are...
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Seasonal Insights

Several reviews highlight fall as a particularly beautiful time, with colorful trees and a quieter atmosphere; even when the park is officially closed to vehicles, visitors can park outside and walk...
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Camper Quotes

“Elm Brook is one of, if not the best maintained facilities I have ever been in. They are absolutely amazing.” “Always Pleasurable grounds are well kept staff very friendly it’s A Wonderful Family...
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Site-Specific Reviews

Site 001 is used frequently for family events; most reviews report great experiences for reunions and multi‑generational outings over many years, though one 2023 review notes the shelter wasn’t...
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Accessibility Features

One detailed review notes good accessibility at the beach area: there is wheelchair‑accessible parking and a concrete path into the water with no steps, along with a sandy bottom and nearby restrooms...
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