Primitive tent camping • Charlestown, NH • Morningside Flight Park overnight stay
Sleep under old-growth pines with ridge-top views of the Connecticut River Valley. This primitive tent camping option at Morningside Flight Park offers affordable, car-accessible sites minutes from bathhouses, ponds, and the training hill.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
Hang tight — photos are loading
This usually takes just a second.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
Overnight
Fitness Level
Light: able to walk short distances from car to site and carry a small pack
Wildlife
History
Morningside Flight Park functions as a local training hill and recreation area for hang gliding and paragliding, and the campsite sits adjacent to its flight operations.
Conservation
Follow Leave No Trace: pack out trash, use established fire pits, and secure food to limit wildlife attraction.
Primitive tent camping • Charlestown, NH • Morningside Flight Park overnight stay
Arrive before 6 PM
Check-in is expected before 6 PM unless you call ahead; arriving early ensures you get a first-come, first-served site.
Pack for primitive sites
Sites are basic and unmarked—bring water, a camp stove, stakes for well-drained soil, and extra layers for cool nights.
Keep food secure
Store food in your vehicle or sealed containers to minimize wildlife encounters and follow local guidelines around ponds and trails.
Respect flight operations
The training hill is active—avoid setting up directly under launch areas and give pilots clear space during flight windows.
3-season tent
Simple, reliable shelter for well-drained ridge campsites.
spring
Warm sleeping bag (rated to at least 20°F)
Nights can turn cold on the ridge even in shoulder seasons.
fall
Headlamp with extra batteries
Hands-free light for campsite chores, bathroom trips, and early starts.
Bear-resistant food storage or sturdy coolers
Secure food to reduce wildlife activity around campsites.
summer