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Waters Edge Family Campground's dog park exceeds the quality of many children's playgrounds according to campers, making it a standout option for pet owners near Amston. The spacious, wooded sites provide privacy while accommodating pets at no additional charge. Several campgrounds in the area welcome dogs, including Odetah Camping Resort, Devil's Hopyard State Park, and Salem Farms Campground. Most sites require pets to be leashed when outside designated off-leash areas. The incredible weekend experiences at Waters Edge include plenty of wooded trails surrounding almost every site, perfect for dog walks. Witch Meadow Lake Campground and Wolf's Den Family Campground also accommodate pets with tent, RV, and cabin options.
Hiking trails throughout the region provide excellent opportunities for dog exercise, with Taylor Pond not far from Wilderness Lake Campground offering a great pet-friendly hiking experience. Many campgrounds feature lakefront access where dogs can cool off during summer months. Pet owners should note that Hammonasset State Park, while offering beautiful beaches and facilities, does not allow pets during summer months. Most campgrounds maintain clean facilities with accessible water sources for pets. The fenced dog areas vary in height between properties, with some enclosures only reaching three feet tall, potentially inadequate for athletic breeds like border collies that can easily jump over. Campers traveling with multiple dogs should confirm pet policies before arrival, as some locations limit the number of animals per site or charge additional fees per pet.
"Amazing weekend with lots of fun for the kids and even the dogs! We’ve been to campgrounds with playgrounds worse than the waters edge dog park."
"This is our families favorite camping location. On the pond at Waters Edge. When asked where they want to camp my 5 and 7 year old will always respond with Waters Edge."
from $45 - $100 / night
Check Availability"Tucked away in the woods I never knew this was there! Beautiful pond and a good mix of seasonal and overnight sites as well as cabins. Plenty of areas to walk our dogs and have them swim."
"We had two sites side by side for our group of 7 and two dogs. The staff will deliver wood right to your site. The only con is the sites are not very private...at all."
"There are trails behind the sites along a large marsh. The wildlife was incredible, a beaver family family lives in the marsh so every night around 10 they would be up splashing around loudly."
"The sites are very open, not wooded so you have little privacy from adjacent sites."
from $14 / night
Check Availability"We tent close to the restroom and the pool, which are very clean. We go mid week and the special is pay 2 nights, get third night free."
"It was too close to the road, and they wouldn't let him pull in so we were facing each other even though it would have easily worked out."
from $68 - $72 / night
Check Availability"This place is off Route 9 in Connecticut on the east side of the Connecticut River (major RT 9 highway is on west side)."
"Nice camp ground in the woods near hadlyme"
"The beach is about a 1 mile walk or drive from the campground. The walk is lovely and I have seen deer, turkeys, many birds, skunks, raccoons, and other wildlife along the way."
"Located right off I95 ( which you can hear at times), the park is convenient to all the major interstates and state roads."
from $20 - $70 / night
Check Availability"We were close to activities and enjoyed an afternoon tubing down the river. The bathrooms weren't the cleanest, but we've seen worse. We enjoyed our time here."
"we had a group from work head out here. we reserved Coyote Run, and had the field to ourselves, it was a bit of a walk to the shower from there, but we had our own outhouse, bring a light for night time"
from $33 - $100 / night
Check Availability"Swimming pool, facilities, small lake as well larger lakes in the surrounding area. Great location and campground. Love it."
"Along with a pool, they also have a beach and a separate beach for dogs."
"Swimming lake, canoeing lake, pool, playgrounds. Choice of shade in trees or open field. Nice sites. Decent laundry and showers. Great place with kids.....lots of seasonal, but plenty short term."
from $25 - $150 / night
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ScoutWe have enjoyed our stay. Nice campground with lots of activities and things to do. However, we picked this place because it has an enclosed dog park. It does have an enclosed dog park but the fence is only 3 feet high. While this might be fine for some dogs, I have 2 young border collies that will jump that fence like it is not even there.
GuideMost amazing weekend with tons of woods (privacy is huge for us). Very friendly guests and staff! Amazing weekend with lots of fun for the kids and even the dogs! We’ve been to campgrounds with playgrounds worse than the waters edge dog park. Every one of us had a great time with the perfect campsite deep in the woods (still able to park my 26’ camper trailer). Swimming pool, great playground, among lots of trails and wooded area surrounding almost every site. Best camping weekends we’ve ever had have been at Waters Edge.
TravelerPerfect location for a summer / beach camp. Mostly for RVs but tent site #6 was great. Views of the ocean to wake up too and tucked away from main area.
Worst part is you can’t bring your car on the site. Do not understand this, especially since it was over 95° and we have dogs that need AC, one if which is 14. We did sneak the car up by asking an RV camper to use his land because they block off the entrance with giant tree trunks.
More good stuff, the private pet friendly beaches were great! Small but perfect to relax. No problems with the pets at all and old but clean bathrooms.
TravelerQuaint little campground. Not many tenting sites but along a beautiful lake. Pets allowed. Bathrooms close by 10, something to keep in mind. And they’re cash or check only! Taylor Pond is not far and a great hike to bring both kids and pets. This campground was perfect for us and our dog. Bring your own kayaks or use the campgrounds free of charge.
ScoutStandard crabgrass parking lot with drunks driving around on golf carts and RV's stacked on top of each other. The woman who runs the office is a very angry person and it made the entire visit unpleasant, which is no surprise as she has been hostile and unwelcoming the several times I've visited. Pool looks nice though I guess, I've never dared to use it for fear of breaking one of the many unwritten and unspoken rules. A great place for people who enjoy eating dinner next to your neighbor's septic pipe. I called to ask if they allowed dogs and was told "NO" just to arrive and be asked to park next to the dog park.
ScoutGreat family campground with lots of activities. A little pricey. Plenty of open space a dog park area. 3 pools a kiddie pool and outdoor in ground hot tub. Golf cart rentals. Very clean and accommodating
GuideWe stayed for 3 nights, the sites and camp were very clean and well maintained. Everyone was very friendly, lots of things to do - pool, bocce, volleyball, horseshoes, arcade, a small field to play frisbee or ball, mini-golf (mini-golf landscape needs to be refreshed a bit) there is even a very small fenced in dog park which was nice if you want to let your dog off leash to play. We did not experience any screaming kids all night.
GuideSomewhat crowded
staff was very nice. Lots of places around to go sightseeing. Most of the area isn’t dog friendly, so be careful if you take your pet. No problem at the campground
RangerI really wanted to like this place. It's in a very cool area that I didn't expect to be so awesome. First main issue was how bad the cell reception is. Normally, I'd day that's a perk for camping but we're full-timers and work on the road so it is important for us. Next, the place is massive and they are more about make money than making people comfortable. What could easily be a very nice and spacious pull-thru spot are 2 back to back back-ins. Unless you're lucky enough to get an end spot, those are pull-thru. Pros: awesome dog park, great office with laundry, activities, arcades, adult only room, community campfire, indoor pool with lifeguard, the staff is nice, there's a lake for swimming, boating, catch and release fishing. Their basketball court is on a shuffleboard court, playground is nice though. Close to Old Sturbridge Village and many cool hikes and MA cities.
The Amston region of Connecticut features gently rolling hills at around 500 feet above sea level with a humid continental climate. Summer temperatures average 75-85°F during peak camping season from May through October, with cooler nights in autumn. Most campgrounds in the area require reservations at least 2-4 weeks in advance during summer months.
Paddle at Witch Meadow Lake: The small lake at Witch Meadow Lake Campground offers calm water suitable for beginner paddlers. Canoe rentals available on-site for $15 per hour. "The owner of the property takes pride in the campground and it shows. She takes care of the campers. Swimming pool, facilities, small lake as well larger lakes in the surrounding area," notes Pauly P.
Explore waterfalls: Chapman Falls at Devil's Hopyard State Park Campground drops 60 feet over a series of steps less than 10 minutes from the campground. "The waterfall was a quick walk away and you could hike down to the river for a quick dip. The river isn't deep enough for a full swim but still was good enough on a hot day," reports Robert L.
Go fishing: Multiple stocked ponds and streams near Amston provide fishing opportunities from April through October. "Every site had a central bathhouse and they have a variety of tree covering options for each campers preferences. The campsite is only a short walk from the beach and available mountain bike and hiking trails," notes Mauricio R. about Rocky Neck State Park.
Quiet weekday camping: Midweek stays offer significantly more peaceful experiences at many campgrounds that become busy on weekends. "We stayed for 4 nights during the week, and it was the quietest campground we've ever stayed in. We were told by a seasonal that it's a whole different story on the weekend," explains Tracy D. about Salem Farms Campground.
Fall camping events: October camping offers special Halloween-themed activities at several pet-friendly campgrounds near Amston. "We went two years in a row each on Halloween! They had great amenities and activities for the kids. Plus a costume contest and tricker treating. Very enjoyable time," shares Brian P. about Odetah Camping Resort.
Secluded wooded sites: Campers seeking privacy can find specific sites tucked away from main campground areas. "First time camping here and had a great time! Sites are very close together and little privacy, but our site was by far the most private (set back a little so bushes covered us from neighbors) and one of the largest sites on the campground," notes Shannon B. about a Devil's Hopyard site.
Seasonal limitations: Hammonasset State Park restricts pets during peak summer months, unlike most other area campgrounds. "The camp sites do fill up FAST over the summer up until school starts back up so if you plan to camp, BOOK AHEAD!" advises Bianca M. about Hammonasset State Park Campground.
Ticks prevalence: Several campgrounds report high tick activity, particularly in wooded sites with underbrush. "Be very careful with ticks, there were tons of them under our picnic table and by the campfire. Our 2 nights we found over 25 ticks, mostly from sitting at the table when we first arrived," warns Shannon B. about camping at Devil's Hopyard.
Shower facilities: Bathroom quality varies significantly between state parks and private campgrounds in the Amston area. "Bathhouses and toilets were not as cleaned as I would have liked but passable. Coronavirus social distancing required. Sites include one paved parking spot (ours was very muddy) a fire pit and a picnic table," details Nita D.
Movie nights: Scheduled evening activities can help entertain children during longer stays. "We had so much fun & we were never short on something to do. From a massage at the Spa to a fun band by the lake, to Bingo night, mini-golf and awesome ice cream Sundaes... tennis & basketball games, immaculate bathrooms," shares Happy Camper L. about Brialee Family Campground.
Group camping fields: Several campgrounds offer designated group areas perfect for multi-family camping trips. "We had a group from work head out here. We reserved Coyote Run, and had the field to ourselves, it was a bit of a walk to the shower from there, but we had our own outhouse," explains Tristan M. about Salt Rock Campground.
Beach accessibility: Families with young children should consider driving distance to water features. "Beautiful campground right near the beach. Hiking trails along the coast line," notes Timothy R. about camping near the shore, while another camper adds, "This place has everything from a pool, splash pad, boats, food, ice cream, lots of activities."
Site selection for privacy: RV campers should request sites away from main roadways for reduced noise. "We had two sites side by side for our group of 7 and two dogs. The staff will deliver wood right to your site. The only con is the sites are not very private...at all," advises Dana C. about camping at Odetah.
Hookup limitations: Several dog-friendly campgrounds near Amston offer only partial hookups, requiring self-containment. "Most sites don't have hook ups so you have to run off battery and water storage tanks if you have a RV," explains Jason B. about Hammonasset State Park Campground.
Access restrictions: Wolf's Den Family Campground limits access for larger rigs in certain sections. "Really long or tall RV will need to stay close to the front of the campground, as typical older campground is not designed for 40 foot long or 10 foot high campers," warns Kevin J.
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