The sound of the Natchaug River flowing past forested sites defines the atmosphere at Charlie Brown Campground. This private facility operates seasonally from mid-April through mid-October in eastern Connecticut's wooded terrain. Sites accommodate RVs with full hookups as well as tent campers, though reviewers note the access road can present challenges for some visitors.
River access draws many families here for tubing and fishing activities. Michael highlights "arts and crafts, tractor rides, and of course the tubing down the river" as built-in entertainment options. The campground maintains covered pavilions with fire pits designed to direct smoke upward while providing weather protection. Sites near the water fill quickly, particularly the oversized riverside spots that several reviewers specifically requested.
Management enforces quiet hours that most campers respect, though weekend periods can bring livelier groups. The facility provides two dump stations to help with checkout logistics, and late departures are available for an additional fee. Gray water dumping is restricted due to the river proximity. WiFi coverage reaches throughout the property, and firewood sells for $5 per bundle.
Campers seeking river access and organized activities in a forested setting will find the combination of water recreation and family programming suits extended stays. Those exploring the area can find additional campsites near Eastford for comparison options.
Description
THE IDEAL GETAWAY: Charlie Brown Campground is located in the peaceful, pre-revolutionary town of Eastford, Connecticut. It is nestled among rolling hills, sleepy rivers and 12,000 plus acres of state park and forests. With miles of nature trails for horseback riding, biking, walking and some of the best fishing in the state, Charlie Brown Campground offers families an ideal getaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. GREAT LOCATION: Less than 40 miles from Hartford or Providence, Charlie Brown Campground is far enough to get away from it all but still right in your own back yard. This seasonal campground is well revered for its more than 30 landscaped and manicured acres and especially for its 85 grassy, over sized campsites that are perfect for family gatherings and can easily accommodate the largest RV or camper. FUNCTION HALL RENTAL: Our awesome Recreation Hall with its stone fireplace, new heating system and full kitchen facilities is now available to rent for various functions. Affordable, convenient, and a great place for your special event, the hall might be just right for you. CONVENIENCES: This picturesque campground may be full of country charm but it is still savvy enough to provide guests with wireless, high-speed internet, 16 channels of Direct TV cable and 30 or 50 AMP electrical service, arcade style video games and a large screen TV with full surround sound for watching movies or the big game or race. UNIQUELY SCENIC: With a leisurely drive from Charlie Brown Campground, over scenic byways and through quaint towns formed when the country was still young, you will soon find yourself amongst country fairs, rustic farms, historic landmarks and friendly locals. The swimming hole at CBC marks the head of the Natchaug River. This class IV drop pool river is just as thrilling for kayakers during the spring thaw as it is for the anglers, both young and old, when it slows down during warmer months becoming the second most heavily stocked Trophy Rivers in the state. LOCAL CHARM: Time seems to slow down as you stroll through the areas famous antiques district, visit museums or treat yourself and the kids to a farm fresh ice cream cone at one of the many roadside dairy stands. Just a little further off the beaten path you and your family can experience the New England tradition of crafting maple syrup. At a local sugar house, you can see and taste how sap is collected and then boiled down to make maple syrup and sugar. For another local treat, stop off at one of the areas' many apple orchards. Here you and your children can pick crisp juicy apples right off the trees, pick out a carving pumpkin and even go for a tractor or horse drawn hay ride as you sip on fresh-pressed apple cider. FUN or JUST RELAXING: Whatever your inclination might be, Charlie Brown Campground has many wonderful activities and special events to offer throughout the season. Great care is taken to ensure that there is an abundance of camping activities such as themed weekends, barbecues, moon bounces, pony rides, horseshoe tournaments, entertainment, etc. to choose from so that your stay will not only be fun and memorable, but will keep you coming back again and again.
Location
Private CampgroundCharlie Brown Campground is located in Connecticut
Directions
From jct US 44 & Hwy 198: Go 1 mi S on Hwy 198.
Address
98 Chaplin Rd
Eastford, CT 06242
Coordinates
41.91066794 N
72.07789117 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- 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
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 37 min from Norwich, CT
- 40 min from Hartford, CT
- 41 min from Worcester, MA
- 49 min from Springfield, MA
