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Osceola Vista Campground

White Mountain National Forest, New Hampshire

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As of September 2026, Osceola Vista Campground is a campground in White Mountain National Forest, New Hampshire with 12 campsites. Osceola Vista Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Osceola Vista Campground is located at 43.9725° N, 71.5188° W.

people allowed on 8 of 12 sites: 10
people allowed on each of the 3 largest sites: 60

Osceola Vista Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

October 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
Maximum stay: 14 nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Osceola Vista Campground, read on September 28, 2026.

Campsites at Osceola Vista Campground

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Group 8
Tent 4
Accessible 4

What an RV fits

20 ft1 site
30 ft5 sites
40 ft1 site

Amenities

showers
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: boating, hiking, biking, wildlife, photography, horse riding.

All sites at Osceola Vista Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
G	G-H	Group	60	30 ft	Accessible
H	G-H	Group	60	30 ft	Accessible
A	OSCE	Group	10	30 ft	-
B	OSCE	Group	60	40 ft	Accessible
C	OSCE	Group	10	-	-
D	OSCE	Group	10	30 ft	-
E	OSCE	Tent	10	-	-
F	OSCE	Tent	10	-	-
I	OSCE	Tent	10	-	-
J	OSCE	Group	30	30 ft	Accessible
K	OSCE	Tent	10	-	-
L	OSCE	Group	10	20 ft	-

About Osceola Vista Campground

Overview

Osceola Vista is a popular spot for group camping and is located near a host of outdoor activities, including hiking, mountain biking, canoeing and golfing.

Just minutes away, hiking enthusiasts will find the Sandwich Range Wilderness and 80 miles of the White Mountain National Forest's prime hiking trails.

The White Mountains boast pristine forests, clear mountain streams and rivers and the tallest peaks in the Northeast. The forest encompasses nearly 800,000 acres in New Hampshire and western Maine, and is one of the most popular in the country.

Recreation

Entrances to the Greeley Ponds National Scenic Area and Sandwich Range Wilderness are minutes away, much to the delight of hikers. Also convenient are two above tree-line hikes within eight minutes of the campground.

Just a few miles away at Campton Campground, curious campers can attend evening educational programs. Those who need a break from the woods can visit the resort down the road.

Learn more about recreation in the national forest.

Facilities

This small campground features large open sites designed for bigger than average camping parties and large organized groups (up to 30 or 60 people per site). A mix of group, standard and tent-only sites are organized around a single loop. Showers are available 10 minutes away at Campton Campground.

Natural Features

The campground lies amidst northern hardwood forests, giving campsites a mix of sun and shade. The area is surrounded by mountains and close to the Mad and Winnipesaukee Rivers.

The national forest is home to many species of northern wildlife, including moose, white-tailed deer and black bear. Almost 200 species of birds, including the rare Bicknell's Thrush, live in the White Mountains.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (802) 289-0970.

Nearby Attractions

The campground is located in close proximity to Waterville Valley Resort, which offers nightlife, summer concert tours, restaurants, horseback riding, canoeing, mountain bike rentals and shops.

Rules and notices at Osceola Vista Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Osceola Vista Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

No switching sites upon arrival

Be bear aware; keep all food out of site in approved containers or locked inside a hard-sided vehicle and remove all food from area after eating

Reserved Sites will be held until checkout time (NOON) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of the second day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests.

Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.

Refunds: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity).

Visitors should be prepared for rugged trails and changing weather: Hike Safe Hike Safe

Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information.

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Osceola Vista Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Osceola Vista Campground?

Osceola Vista Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Osceola Vista Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Osceola Vista Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Osceola Vista Campground have?

Osceola Vista Campground has 12 campsites.