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Camping in New England is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, get away from technology, and connect with nature. Summer in New England is beautiful, perfect for camping and a favorite destination for campers. Camping in New England is about swimming, kayaking and snoozing in hammocks on warm sunny days, and roasting marshmallows over the fire on cool nights—there’s nothing more relaxing and outdoor.
We recently shared 5 Camping Tips, to help you pack and prepare for your next adventure. Often, people want to camp but don’t know where to go and how to book their trip. No matter what type of adventure you’re looking for, there are plenty of campsites for everyone. The joy of booking a campground is that you can choose from campgrounds near lakes, campsites in the woods, mountain view campgrounds, campgrounds in national parks, and more.
Today, we’re sharing the best campgrounds in New England so you can maximize your camping experience with waterways, beautiful views, amenities, and endless adventures to explore. Let us know your favorite campgrounds in New England in the comments below!
The 34 Best Campgrounds in New England
Vermont
Grand Island State Park
Open from mid-May to mid-October, Grand Island State Park South Hero Island in Lake Champlain. The park has 115 tent/RV sites, 36 sloped sites, and 4 cabins, with Big Island State Park being the second largest site in the state. The park includes many activities, including hiking (nature trails within the park), swimming in Lake Champlain, boating (boat launches and kayak rentals), fishing, nature programs, volleyball, and horseshoes. While pets are not allowed in designated swimming areas and most cabins, pets are allowed in other parts of the park.
creek state park
creek state park, part of Mount Mansfield State Forest in Waterbury, Vermont, is one of Vermont’s most popular campgrounds. The park includes 5 rental camps and 81 tent/RV campsites, 20 sloped camps and 27 remote campsites accessible by boat. Open May-October, Little River State Park is a popular spot for hiking (miles of trails in the park), swimming, boating (motorboat launches and rentals), fishing, nature programs, mountain biking, and volleyball.
Smugglers Canyon State Park
Smugglers Canyon State Park Open mid-May to mid-October, with 20 tent camps and 40 sloped camps. Smugglers’ Notch State Park is unique in its proximity to Mount Mansfield and numerous hiking and mountain biking trails. There are picnic options and nature programming in the park. This park welcomes pets.
Brighton State Park
Campbell Bay Campground
North Beach Campground
New Hampshire
Dry River Camp
Dry River Campground Located between the Saco and Dry Rivers in Crawford Canyon State Park, it offers a lovely wooded setting. Pets on leashes are welcome. Campers have access to restrooms. There are 36 tent, tilt and pop-up sites. While camping in Dry Creek, you can enjoy many activities, including hiking, picnicking and river access. Not far from the campground is the Mount Washington Cog Railway and Storyland theme parks.
white lake state park
Known for its excellent swimming, white lake state park Located in the White Mountains region on the glacial White Lake. Activities at the park include walking on the sidewalks, enjoying loons, trout fishing, lounging on the beach, boating, picnic areas and playgrounds.
Dolly Cope Campground
Open from mid-May to mid-October, Dolly Cope Campground Located along the Peabody River, this is a great wooded camping area for a picnic and enjoying the great outdoors. Some campgrounds have creek or riverside access and also offer bathrooms.
Northern Waterworks
Massachusetts
Normandy Farm Family Camping Resort
Normandy Farm Family Camping Resort is the place for you. This family-friendly glamping resort has all the amenities for your glamping needs. From two outdoor pools, pop-up trailers, safari tents, gym and fitness equipment, on-site restaurants, arcades, barns, dog park, wellness center, playground, and more.
Shawme-Crowell State Forest Campground
in Cape Cod, Shawme-Crowell State Forest Campground is a quiet campground with over 285 wooded campsites (6 yurts). Activities at this campground include hiking on 15 miles of roads and trails, picnic tables and fire rings at each campground, playground and gazebo. Close to Scusset Beach, Miles Standish State Forest, Pilgrim Memorial State Park, Grandfather Monument and Ellisville State Park.
Salisbury Beach State Preserve
Salisbury Beach State Preserve Yes
Martha’s Vineyard Family Campground
Martha’s Vineyard Family Campground
Bourne Scenic Area
Boston Harbor Islands
Connecticut
Rockneck State Park
Rocky Neck State Park in East Lyme is the perfect place for family-friendly beachside camping. Enjoy everything from picnics, hikes, saltwater fishing and swimming. Rocky Neck has 160 sites ranging from wood to open plan to country cottages, offering gazebos, bathrooms, food concessions and picnic tables. Unfortunately, you’ll have to leave your furry friend at home for this camping trip.
Bear Creek Campground
For another family-friendly camping adventure, head to Bear Creek Campground in Bristol. Bear Creek is one of the only campgrounds within walking distance of the theme park, also known as Lake Compounce Campground, a fun-filled destination for the whole family to enjoy. From cabins, cabins and tents to RV spaces and tent sites, they also offer you discounted tickets to theme parks.
Odetta Camping Resort
Known as Connecticut’s premier camping destination, Odetta Camping Resort All amenities are provided to make your stay luxurious. Relax and enjoy your stay with hiking, fishing, boating, live music, mini golf, pool and jacuzzi, tennis, volleyball, shuffleboard, basketball, beach access and wellness services. Odetah is family friendly, but also offers an opportunity for peace and quiet in an adult-only area.
Charlie Brown Campground
Scenic campgrounds, cabins and RV sites located in Charlie Brown Campground.
Waterside Family Campground
Waterside Family Campground A 10-acre lakeside campground offering swimming, fishing and more.
Rhode Island
Ashaway RV Resort in Zeman
Ashaway RV Resort in Zeman The perfect destination for your next RV adventure. Close to beaches, golf courses, rivers, casinos, Mystic, Connecticut, Watch Hill and Westley, Rhode Island, your Ashaway accommodation options are endless. The resort has a wide variety of entertainment (pickle balls, corn hole, shuffleboard, arcade, mini golf, splash pad, pool, etc.) and it’s dog friendly.
Charleston Breach
Open from April to October, Charleston Breach It is a camping area within walking distance to the beach with panoramic views of Block Island Sound. Known for its fishing, Charlestown Breakaway State Park also has great opportunities for biking, hiking, and boating, with local boat launches.
East Beach State Campground ND
Set up camp on the beach on 3 miles of undeveloped land in Charleston, Rhode Island. There are 10 campgrounds with compost toilets and limited parking (the place fills up quickly). At this beautiful RI campground, it’s just you and the sound of the ocean. East Beach State Campground.
Whispering Pines Campground
Maine
Wolfe’s Neck beachfront camping
It has seaside and farmland views. Wolfe’s Neck beachfront camping Not only is it scenic, but it’s also conveniently located not far from Freeport (LL Bean, shopping and restaurants). This campground includes pet-friendly campgrounds, farm camps for children and barnyard animals, beautiful coastline to explore, miles of nature trails, and kayak, bike and garden rentals. Their on-site farm café offers farm fresh food options.
Skudic Forest Camp
Scudick Woods Campground Located in beautiful Acadia National Park, it’s the perfect place for your walking, hiking, biking and kayaking adventures. 15 minutes from the ocean, Schoodic Woods is surrounded by scenic towns with shops and restaurants to explore. This quiet side of Arcadia is a real gem.
Sandy Pines Campground
Sandy Pines Campground This is Kennebunkport, Maine, where you can go camping excursions at RV and tent sites, glamping, cabins and unique retreats.Features private oceanfront access, on-site saltwater pool, luxury hotel, grocery store, playground and lawn games, kids craft and play tents, kayak and paddle board rentals
Bar Harbor Campground
Smuggler’s Den Camp
Lily’s Bay State Park
Stephen Phillips Memorial Reserve
Stephen Phillips Memorial Reserve
