i am trying to find a nice place tp go camping with my church (mostly young people) in the summer.
it should have a beach or lake or something with water.
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any ideas???
2007-04-26 08:20:15 · 7 answers · asked by 237kk 2 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Boston
MASSACHUSETTS
Nickerson State Park in East Brewster (508-896-3491). At this 1,900-acre park on Cape Cod's elbow, you'll find saltwater tidal flats, coastal dunes and kettle ponds, formed by glaciers. Hikers and bikers are likely to catch a glimpse of the Cape's resident turtles, salamanders and great blue herons. Campfire events and a kids' program also make this a favorite place for families to return to each year.
MAINE
Cobscook Bay State Park in Edmunds Township (207-726-4412). If you're looking for a seaside adventure, pack your clam rake and head to this 888-acre stretch of undeveloped Maine coastline. The bay takes its name from the Native American word for boiling tide, and the tidal currents here ebb and flow wildly, creating rolling waters, tidal pools and prolific clam flats. It's one of the few places in the state where you can clam without a permit. Kids will be spellbound by the playful seals in the bay and the knobby-kneed moose that roam the woods. Pitch a tent at an oceanside campground, but remember to bundle up for the Maine summer nights.
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Franconia Notch State Park in Franconia (603-823-8800). The Old Man of the Mountain, an enormous, naturally chiseled granite profile, is the star of this 6,692-acre park. The rugged terrain also draws families who love to hike, fish or camp at the Appalachian Mountain Club's two backcountry huts.
2007-04-27 07:08:45 · answer #1 · answered by janellekel 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The White Mountains in New Hampshire are wonderful. We spent many a vacation up there growing up.There are lots of places up there that offer group camping. Contact the National Forest Service for a list.
Also, Greenfield State Park in NH is great as well. It's not as well known, but it's on a nice big lake and is very clean and well taken care of. There is a private (campers only)beach as well as a public beach with paddle boat and canoe rentals, snack bar, etc. Very fun especially with a group.
PS Someone mentioned Pilgrim Pines in Swanzey...I grew up in the next town over...I don't really recommend that one!
But I thought of another nice spot...Acadia in Maine. You camp right by the ocean. No beach sand and no swimming, but the town it's near is fun and charming and the views are beautiful.
Wherever you end up, have fun!!
2007-04-29 10:10:54 · answer #2 · answered by Maggie M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ellacoya State Park in NH, located on Lake Winnipesaukee. A lake will be much warmer than the ocean to swim in.
Hampton Beach State Park - if you want the ocean experience. Also you've got all the "stuff" at Hampton Beach in case you want something other than a camp fire at night.
2007-04-27 02:22:15 · answer #3 · answered by Fester Frump 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check out Sebago Lake area in Maine. Also look into the White Mountain area in New Hampshire.
Those are two places I can think of.
2007-04-28 15:09:27 · answer #4 · answered by Melissa F 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My favortes are Pine Acres Campground in Raymond NH, Squam Lake in Agawam NH (I think thats what town it is in...) and Sabago Lake in Sabago Maine.
2007-04-29 18:45:38 · answer #5 · answered by Boston 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is Maine. Pilgrim Pines campground - Swanzey, NH is the only one I know of.
2007-04-26 08:36:44 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its MAINE.
2007-04-26 13:58:29 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋