STEWARTSTOWN LODGING FIELD GUIDE
Balsams View | Grand Tent — a mountaintop canvas outpost with direct ATV-trail access
Spacious, elevated tent sites on The Ridge deliver sweeping Great North Woods views, refined off-grid comforts and direct access to the Northern NH ATV Trail—this guide explains what to expect and how to plan your stay.
Balsams View | Grand Tent — a mountaintop canvas outpost with direct ATV-trail access.
Set on Bear Rock Camping’s Ridge above Stewartstown, Balsams View is a Grand canvas tent site that pairs wide mountain vistas with refined off-grid amenities—queen-size sleeping, a personal wood stove and private outdoor hot-water showers—while putting riders and explorers onto the Northern New Hampshire ATV Trail system from camp.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Sunrise, starlight and the Balsams Wilderness
Positioned on The Ridge facing the historic Balsams Wilderness, the Grand tent at Balsams View offers open eastern exposures for sunrise, elevated sightlines for stargazing and nearby shaded woods for quiet afternoons.
Refined, off‑grid shelter with heat and sleep comfort
Each Grand tent combines canvas shelter with a queen-sized bed and a personal wood stove, delivering a comfortable, warm basecamp that feels like scaled-up camping rather than roughing it.
Basecamp for trail riding and local adventure support
Bear Rock Camping places you directly on the Northern NH ATV Trail system and supports riders through an on-site Camp Office & Adventure Store plus discounts and UTV rental options for guests.
What the day feels like
What the stay feels like
A stay at Balsams View moves between quiet mornings on a raised canvas platform with wide mountain sightlines, daytime access to backcountry and ATV trails, and evenings around a private fire ring warmed by a wood stove—all supported by a nearby camp office and adventure store for maps, gear and rental pick-up.
THE VIEW
Sunrise, starlight and the Balsams Wilderness
Positioned on The Ridge facing the historic Balsams Wilderness, the Grand tent at Balsams View offers open eastern exposures for sunrise, elevated sightlines for stargazing and nearby shaded woods for quiet afternoons.
THE CAMP
Refined, off‑grid shelter with heat and sleep comfort
Each Grand tent combines canvas shelter with a queen-sized bed and a personal wood stove, delivering a comfortable, warm basecamp that feels like scaled-up camping rather than roughing it.
THE ACCESS
Basecamp for trail riding and local adventure support
Bear Rock Camping places you directly on the Northern NH ATV Trail system and supports riders through an on-site Camp Office & Adventure Store plus discounts and UTV rental options for guests.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this site suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring bedding (sleeping bag, pillows, blankets), cooking gear and utensils, drinking water (available for purchase when the store is open), headlamps/lanterns and personal hygiene items; tents do not have electricity but each site includes a lantern.
Tents include a clean white sheet on the provided bed; guests should bring preferred bedding for full comfort and any extra warm layers—nights can be cold in the North Country.
Parking is available at each site and trailers are accommodated; bring firewood or purchase it on site (bundles charged at the end of your stay), and note that potable water should be brought or purchased at the camp store.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Where is Bear Rock Camping located?
Bear Rock Camping is located at 279 Heath Road, Stewartstown, NH, on a hilltop property with mountain views in New Hampshire’s North Country.
How many campsites are available?
There are currently 10 thoughtfully designed off-grid tent sites at Bear Rock Camping, including premium secluded sites.
What is the camping style?
Accommodations are refined, off-grid comfort: canvas wall tents on raised platforms with Tempur‑Pedic mattresses, a wood stove for heat, private outdoor hot-water showers, a lantern in each site, and no electricity or running water through the campground.
When is Bear Rock Camping open?
The campground is open seasonally, typically from late May through mid-October, though exact dates depend on weather and availability on booking platforms.
How do I book and what are check-in times?
Book through Airbnb or the operator’s website; check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out at 10:30 AM. A 72-hour cancellation policy applies.
Are there restrooms and showers?
Yes—clean portable restrooms are provided, and each tent site has a private outdoor shower that supplies instant hot water via a barrel and water-heater system.
Is potable water available on site?
Potable water is not provided at each site; guests should bring drinking water or purchase bottled water at the camp store when open.
Are campfires allowed?
Yes—each campsite includes a designated fire ring for campfires; firewood is stocked and available for purchase.
Do you offer ATV or side-by-side rentals?
Yes—guests receive a 20% discount on UTV rentals as part of the Play & Stay package; Polaris RZR check-ins and returns occur at the Camp Office and rental pick-up times are strict with no after-hours service.