State Park / State Forest
Near Jaffrey, New Hampshire: $27–$32/night, rigs to 35 ft. Open Mid-May through Columbus Day. Book 11 months ahead via NH State Parks portal.
State Park / State Forest
Managing authority
Near Jaffrey, New Hampshire
How much does camping at Monadnock State Park Campground (Gilson Pond) cost, and when is it open?
Monadnock State Park Campground (Gilson Pond) near Jaffrey, New Hampshire (State Park / State Forest) — camping fee $27–$32/night, season Mid-May through Columbus Day, RV size limit Up to 35 ft. Reservations: 11 months ahead via NH State Parks portal — book direct through the official channel.
The numbers
Fee range
$27–$32/night
Season open
Mid-May through Columbus Day
RV size limit
Up to 35 ft
Reservation window
11 months ahead via NH State Parks portal
The insider read
Mount Monadnock — second-most-climbed peak in the world (after Mt Fuji). Trail leaves directly from camp; start at 6am to beat the day crowd.
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