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Lake Compounce Campground

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Lake Compounce Campground operates seasonally from May through October adjacent to Connecticut's oldest amusement park in Bristol. The campground accommodates RVs up to 60 feet with electric and water hookups at each site, though no sewer connections are available. A dump station handles waste disposal on the way out.

Sites feature long pull-through layouts that face neighboring campers door-to-door, but reviewers note the length provides adequate spacing between units. Richard mentions the campground "has electric, water and cable TV connections" along with "clean bathrooms and nice store." The facility stays relatively quiet during weekdays but fills with families on weekends, particularly those visiting the adjacent theme park.

Recreational amenities include a playground, tennis court, basketball area, and organized activities like bingo and cornhole on weekends. The campground provides WiFi, though streaming capabilities are limited according to visitor reports. Tent sites offer some shade but are positioned close together with a considerable walk to the single bathroom facility. Diane R. notes that "restrooms are clean and spacious" with excellent showers.

The location draws families due to the amusement park proximity, though the camping area sits far enough away to avoid operational noise. Wildlife activity occurs in the area, with some campers reporting coyote sounds at night. Staff maintains friendly service and the grounds stay well-kept throughout the season. For additional camping options in the region, visitors can explore places to camp near Bristol.

This campground works well for families seeking amusement park access and RV travelers needing a convenient overnight stop with full hookups and clean facilities.

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Location

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Lake Compounce Campground is located in Connecticut

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Directions

From Jct I-84 and Rte 229 (exit 31) N 2 mi on Rte 229 and follow signs.

Address

185 Enterprise Drive
Bristol, CT 06010

Coordinates

41.64494421 N
72.91215475 W

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Connectivity

  • signal strength bars
    T-Mobile5G
    Excellent Coverage
    Verified by 3 users
    Last on 4/22/26
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    Verizon5G
    Excellent Coverage
    Verified by 5 users
    Last on 4/22/26
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    AT&T5G
    Excellent Coverage
    Verified by 4 users
    Last on 4/22/26

Connectivity

  • signal strength bars
    T-Mobile5G
    Excellent Coverage
    Verified by 3 users
    Last on 4/22/26
  • signal strength bars
    Verizon5G
    Excellent Coverage
    Verified by 5 users
    Last on 4/22/26
  • signal strength bars
    AT&T5G
    Excellent Coverage
    Verified by 4 users
    Last on 4/22/26

Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Cabins
  • Tent Cabin
  • Yurts

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • WiFi
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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11 Reviews

Many visitors appreciated the clean facilities and friendly staff at this amusement park-adjacent campground. Several guests observed that sites lack privacy due to close spacing, though families enjoyed the playground and activities.

C
Reviewed May. 24, 2023

Rainy weekend in Ct

This was our first trip in our new to us travel trailer😃. Campground was awesome! Friendly staff and really clean bathrooms and shower area

Site05
Month of VisitMay
A J.
Reviewed Oct. 17, 2022

Coyotes bears oh my..

This is an interesting camp ground. As I am set up for bed I see one other large green tent that looks deserted. People left their left over food scraps in the grass by my camp so not only has my dog been eating it, I also hear coyotes. Won’t be surprised if I see a bear in the morning..

Site04
Month of VisitOctober
R
Reviewed Aug. 9, 2022

Bear Creek CG in CTG

Very nice campground. Has electric, water and cable TV connections.

Clean bathrooms and nice store.

It is part of the Lake Compounce Amusement Park.

Stayed in September 2021. CG is pretty empty during the week and gets busy during the weekend.

Month of VisitSeptember
T
Reviewed Jan. 19, 2022

Good for one night

This was good for an overnight stop on our way south. We couldn't find much else along our route, but this wasn't too bad. The sites were long so even though you face your neighbor, the sites were long enough that our door wasn't directly across from our neighbor. It is adjacent to an amusement park so there were lots of families here. None of the sites have sewer, but there is a dump station on the way out. The staff were very friendly and they had some activities like bingo and corn hole the weekend we were there. Wifi was okay, but we couldn't stream anything from it.

Month of VisitOctober
Diane R.
Reviewed Oct. 12, 2021

Great campground

Easy entry, long pull thrus. You will face your neighbor door to door but enough room between you don't feel invaded. Restrooms are clean and spacious. Showers are great. Whoever planned this campground is/was a camper. They have cabins, teepee and tent sites. This is attached to an amusement park but far enough away not to be a bother. If ever in the area again we will definitely stay again.

Site15
Month of VisitOctober
Ruth K.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Sep. 27, 2021

Great Stopover or Amusement Park visit

Campground is only years old. Sites were large enough for RV. NO privacy, bit tent sites were ok. Fre showers for number of campsites, but very clean. Affiliated with Lake Compounce Amusement Park adjacent to campground.

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Month of VisitSeptember
Ray B.
Reviewed Jun. 26, 2021

Great park

Very well maintained and friendly staff will stay again when in the area. Does not have sewer hookups, but does have a dump station.

SiteDon't remember
Month of VisitMay
Danny A.
Reviewed Apr. 21, 2021

Great time with the family

Great time! Would have been nice if they had a place to swim (in the camping area) besides for at the main park.

Siteforgot the number
Month of VisitAugust
Nichol P.
Reviewed Sep. 6, 2019

Mixed review

They have a small playground, activities, tennis court, basketball. Not to mention its next to the amusement park. 

However the tent spots are small and close together. Also there is only one set of facilities for the whole place.  It's quite a walk to the bathrooms.

SiteTent 11
Month of VisitAugust
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Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities are available at Lake Compounce Bear Creek Campground?

Lake Compounce Bear Creek Campground offers a variety of amenities including a playground that's great for young children, tennis court, basketball court, and organized activities. The bathrooms and shower facilities are clean and spacious, with free showers available. The campground provides electric and water hookups, as well as cable TV connections. While there's no sewer hookup at individual sites, a dump station is available. The campground also features a camp store. A major highlight is the campground's adjacency to Lake Compounce Amusement Park, giving campers convenient access to the attractions there.

How can I contact Lake Compounce Bear Creek Campground for reservations?

For reservations at Lake Compounce Bear Creek Campground, it's best to contact the campground directly through their official website or by phone. The campground has helpful staff who can assist with booking and answer questions about availability. Since specific contact information isn't provided here, check Lake Compounce's official website for current phone numbers and online reservation systems. The staff has been noted to be friendly and accommodating, particularly for first-time campers.

What is the layout of Lake Compounce Bear Creek Campground?

Lake Compounce Bear Creek Campground offers diverse camping options including RV sites, tent sites, cabins, and teepees. The RV sites feature long pull-throughs arranged in a face-to-face configuration, though the sites are spacious enough that doors aren't directly across from each other. Tent sites have some shade but are relatively small and close together. The campground has one central bathroom and shower facility that serves all sites, which can be quite a walk from some camping areas. The relatively new campground lacks privacy between sites but is well-maintained and thoughtfully designed. It's adjacent to Lake Compounce Amusement Park, making it convenient for park visitors.

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