Road trip in September

Hi, my husband and I have never been to the New England states. We live in Ohio. We have a wedding anniversary and wanted to drive to any of the New England States. We have very limited funds right now, and with the price of gas, decided to tent camp. We would be open to any clean motel, that didn%26#39;t cost an arm %26amp; leg. The problem seems to be that we are getting conflicting stories from others about the weather for camping that time of year. Some say no way, too cold, and some say that%26#39;s crazy, it won%26#39;t be too cold. Anyhow, we can deal with cold except that some states don%26#39;t allow campfires. At least Massachusetts web sites say no campfires allowed. Does anyone know if they are allowed in New Hampshire? Also any suggestions for taking the week to explore would be appreciated. Any place where we can drive, eat, camp, explore...no shopping really, would rather see the outdoor beauty. Thanks so much.

Road trip in September

The weekend after Labor day is usually very nice. As you get toward the end of September, the nights can be cold. I have camped as late as the second week in October, you just need extra covers. Most Massachusetts campgrounds allow you to have campfires. I was not aware that some did not let you. This would be the same in New Hampshire. Cape Cod is a great place to visit in September. It does tend to be more mild there. Nickerson State Park is one of my favorite campgrounds. Very reasonable too ($13.00 per night). You can make reservations on reserveamerica. The Cape is so busy during the summer, I will only visit after Labor Day. Nickerson does allow camp fires.

Road trip in September

If you want to camp in New Hampshire, try Lafayette Campground in Franconia Notch State Park, or check out the many campsites in the White Mountain National Forest at campsnh.com. These are rustic sites, but beautiful - and you can have a campfire.

As the previous poster states. September can be cool at night, but the days are gorgeous. For outdoor beauty, the White Mountains can%26#39;t be beat. You might even catch some early foliage in the valleys where the cool air setlles.

If you do camp, bring warm sleeping bags - maybe even an extra blanket or two. No point in being uncomfortable. Dress in layers for the changing temps, and enjoy that mountain air!

I have camped in New Hampshire in every month of the year and September/October are my favorites! One nice advantage - the mosquitoes are gone.