South Beach - Hampton Beach State Park

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8 State Park Rd, Hampton, NH 03842

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Hours and Fees

The Campground Lottery is Closed
If you were awarded a reservation, you have been notified.
2026 lottery will open in mid June

Tollbooth - Open Weekends 5/9, Full-time 5/16, 8am - 5pm, Closes-TBD
Bathhouse: Open 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Campground: Open 5/23, Fall primitive 10/13, last reservable date 10/26

RV Campground Office: 603-926-8990
Regional Park Office: 603-227-8722
Park Patrol: 603-227-8700
Lifeguards: 603-227-8707
Event/Group Use Coordinator: 603-227-8717

Visitors can make a reservation before arriving at the park as parking is limited (especially on nice weekends and holidays). Visitors who do not make a reservation will be admitted on a first-come/first-serve basis. Reservations can be made prior to arrival and no later than 3pm on the day of your visit. Please plan ahead in the event the parking areas reach capacity.

Parking Fees: $15 per passenger vehicle. NH residents age 65 and over $0.
Recreational Vehicles (RV) must pay $30 as they require 2 parking spaces.
Reservations are still recommended.

Season Passes are Available

Park Operating Schedules

*Operating dates and times are subject to change without notice. For up to date hours, please call the park directly.

603-227-8706 (Lifeguards)
603-227-8717 (Events/Group Use)

This park is always open for recreation unless closed or restricted by posting.

Off season use: This park is always open for recreation unless otherwise posted. During off hours and the off-season the park is typically not staffed, comfort stations are not available and gates may be closed. The off-season poses unique risks inherent when participating in outdoor recreational activities. Recreationists should possess the necessary knowledge, skill, and equipment to ensure their own safety. Users assume all risk while recreating in State Park lands.

Activities and amenities

rv at hampton state park - water side view

About the Park

Check Beach Advisories

Hampton Beach State Park (South Beach) provides year-round recreation, with Atlantic ocean-front facilities situated along miles of sandy beach. Activities in the park include swimming, fishing, picnicking, and RV camping with full hook-ups in the campground.

For other happenings in the area check out the Hampton Beach Area Calendar of Events.
Prior to visiting Hampton Beach State Park, familiarize yourself with the Seacoast Beach information and parking options.
Hampton Beach State Park Map

Day Use Reservations at South Beach Hampton State Park

Visitors can make a reservation before arriving at the park as parking is limited (especially on nice weekends and holidays). Visitors who do not make a reservation will be admitted on a first-come/first-serve basis.

Parks Plate and Season Pass: There are desiganted spaces set aside for plate/pass holders on a first-come/first-serve basis. Reservations are still encouraged in the event a park reaches capacity (requiring a $1 transaction fee).

NH Senior Citizens: To receive your discount at Hampton Beach State Park - South (and all other per vehicle locations), check the NH Senior Citizens box in the primary occupant profile section of the order details page.

Reserve Parking Pass

RV Camping at South Beach - Hampton State Park

The only RV park directly on the New Hampshire coast at the mouth of the Hampton River. The park is located south of the main part of Hampton Beach on Route 1A at the Seabrook-Hampton town line. Route 1A can be easily reached from I-95 by either Route 101 or 286. The campground, with 28 sites, is open for reservations from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend.

Hampton Beach State RV Park Map | Hampton Beach State RV Park Information/Policies

Reserve a Campsite Campsite Lottery

The RV Campground Lottery is Now Open for 2025

A lottery system provides a fair distribution process and ensures equal access to the recreation facility. Many of these opportunities are in such high demand that access is limited to prevent damage to the natural landscape, as well as to preserve the visitor experience.
The Lottery closes October 31, 2024 and results are available on November 8, 2024.

Enter the Lottery
Camping Information

RV Park Dates	Office Hours	Camping Rate Per Night
Open April 26 - October 28	8 am - 8 pm	$70 (water/electric/sewer hookups)

Camping units must be able to hook up to all 3 services (water, electric, and sewer) and be self contained. No pop-ups or tents are allowed at this campground at any time. Camping Policies.
A park store is located in the day-use area. Restaurants, entertainment, and other services are offered along Rt. 1A, just a short walk north. The park is close to many area attractions, including whale watching, saltwater fishing charter boats, sandy beaches, and swimming.

Maximum Stay Length Policy

There is a 14-day maximum per visit at all NH State Park campgrounds except at Hampton Beach and Ellacoya RV Parks, where no camping vehicle or person can stay longer than a cumulative 14 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

Please reference the Administrative Rule below:

Res 7302.03 Camping Permits.

(d) Camping permits shall have a maximum duration of 14 consecutive days at all campgrounds unless extended pursuant to paragraph (e). Hampton Beach and Ellacoya RV parks shall have a maximum duration of 14 consecutive or accumulative days from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend for any person or camping vehicle. Extensions of camping permits at Hampton Beach and Ellacoya RV parks shall not be permitted.

See: Administrative Rule page
All Camping Policies

Are pets allowed at South Beach - Hampton State Park?

Pets are not allowed on the beach from May 1 to September 30. Pets are allowed on the beach from October 1 to April 30. Animals must be on a standard or rectractable leash not greater than 6 feet in length. Animal owners shall clean up any waste eliminated by their animals and place it in a trash can or remove it off-site. See our Visiting With Pets webpage for more information.

Equestrians: Riding in the Off-Season

Horseback riding is permitted on Hampton Beach from October 1 - April 30. Parking is available at the South Beach lot. Contact the park directly or see our administrative rules for more information.

Group Use Reservations

Pavilions

For information on this parks pavilion rental please visit Pavilions & Group Use page.

Youth Group Day Use

Youth and School Groups must call the park directly at least 2 weeks prior to arrival to make reservations before visiting. The Bus Pass Program is available for NH youth organizations that meet the program criteria (for more information and applications, please visit BUS PASS PROGRAM.)

Groups that do not meet the qualification for the Bus Pass Program are eligible to receive a discounted rate. For More information, please visit our School & Youth Group Page .

Keep Your Parks Clean

Through the Carry-In/Carry-Out Program, you can help us keep your parks clean and beautiful by carrying out whatever you carry in. Thank you for your cooperation and remember to recycle. Help keep the beaches clean and dispose of cigarette butts in the appropriate receptacles.

Dump Station is for use by registered campers only.
Outside use is not permitted. See campground map for dump station location.