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Friendly, clean and convenient. By chance, we were there during the annual fireworks.
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Baltic, Connecticut and surrounding towns support a mix of camping areas with both public and private options. Salt Rock Campground in Baltic offers tent and RV sites with electrical hookups, fires, and shower facilities. Within a 15-mile radius, campgrounds like Hopeville Pond State Park Campground in Griswold provide cabin accommodations alongside traditional tent sites, while private resorts like Odetah Camping Resort in Bozrah feature glamping and yurt options. The Connecticut River Valley geography creates diverse camping terrain ranging from waterfront sites to more secluded wooded areas with multiple campground options throughout eastern Connecticut.
Camping season generally runs from May through late September or early October at most established facilities. Many campgrounds like Strawberry Park in Preston require advance reservations, especially during summer weekends. Limited winter camping options exist, with Mystic KOA in North Stonington being one of the few year-round facilities. Most state park campgrounds maintain 30-amp or 50-amp electrical service, with varying levels of water and sewer hookups. Accessibility varies across the region, with some sites offering more privacy than others. According to one visitor, "The sites seemed a little close too. I believe that an in-season visit would be really nice as long as all amenities were available."
Waterfront camping represents a significant draw for the area, with several campgrounds offering pond or lake access. Families appreciate the range of activities available at larger mixed-use campgrounds, which often include planned recreation for children. More rustic experiences can be found at state park locations with wooded sites. Many visitors note the convenient location for exploring coastal Connecticut and Rhode Island attractions. "This is a great place to stay when visiting the coastal Connecticut/Rhode Island area," reported one camper about Mystic KOA. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the area, though wilderness areas may have spotty coverage. Most established campgrounds enforce quiet hours, making them suitable for both families and those seeking a peaceful outdoor experience.
Best Campgrounds near Baltic (142)
1. Odetah Camping Resort
"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."
"Has a nice beach on a pond, a very cool splash pad next to the pool which all looked very clean. There is a snack shack next to the pond with a play scape and horseshoes."
2. Strawberry Park
"It was a bit too cold outside but the pools and hot tubs looked nice. Splash pad was clean and used by kids. Lots of roads to bike on and walk dogs. Live band on Saturday night was nice."
"It is close by to some nice shopping areas as well. Bingo is always a family favorite and they even had that as well!"
from $60 - $120 / night
Check Availability3. Hopeville Pond State Park Campground
"Well this is one of Connecticut's State Parks that offers camping, so we took advantage and made several new friends. We camped, swam, fished, hiked and picnic."
"General: There are three sections to this campground: five canoe sites; 16 sites including one cabin behind the ranger station and what I would assume is the main section with 61 sites."
from $17 - $50 / night
Check Availability4. Salt Rock Campground
"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 Availability5. Mystic KOA
"During our stay we enjoyed our campsite as it was close to the pool. The grounds were beautiful to walk on with water nearby and little places to explore."
"We stayed at Mystic KOA in North Stonington, Connecticut, to be tourists in Mystic. Spoiler alert… we had a great stay! "
6. Waters Edge Family Campground
"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 Availability7. Hidden Acres Campground
"The peacocks roaming around are the cherry on top. Overall, just a wonderful campground."
"Lots of fun at the beach, kayaking on the lake or just hanging at your site. Petting zoo, craft cabin, arcade, bingo and lots more!"
8. Sunfox Campground
"There is a beautiful creek that many of the sites border. The new owners have owned it about 7 years and they have really been making it a lovely place."
"Campground is situated in a beautiful valley with a little pond, hiking trails, playground, jumping pillow, swimming pool and hot tub. Owner is very involved, energetic, and friendly."
9. Burlingame State Park Campground
"My parents stayed in a bunkhouse and my husband and I stayed on the adjacent site. Bunkhouse is very basic but clean. Sites are well spaced with lots of types to choose from."
"There's a small beach at the pond, a boat ramp, and proximity to wildlife refuges and the ocean. It's a HUGE campground, with 700 sites and 20 cabins. Canoes are available to rent."
from $18 - $50 / night
Check Availability10. Crocker's Boatyard
"Which was walking distance from the boat yard. Had a bite to eat at the Blue Duck, it was fine. Saw the show and walk back to the boat yard."
"Easy access to the boatyard at night; pulled in, picked a spot and all good. Enjoyed the pool.
Walked to Fort Trumbull.
Recommend Crockers."
from $50 - $75 / night
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Drive Time
- 9 min from Norwich, CT
- 41 min from Hartford, CT
- 52 min from Providence, RI
- 1 hr 6 min from Springfield, MA
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Recent Reviews near Baltic, CT
695 Reviews of 142 Baltic Campgrounds
- JJohnScout
Totoket Valley RV Park
Very Friendly and quick check in/out!
I was in the area and needed a location to hook up. Temperature at 7:00 p.m. was 85 in July which is expected. They're able to get me in for the night. Quick and easy. Had smoke from the Canadian Wildfire which made for a good sunset
- UUA C.Scout
Crocker's Boatyard
The fireworks-WOW
Had a wonderful 2 night stay, an added plus were the annual fireworks, a wonderful surprise. Highly recommend Crocker’s BoatYard, friendly, safe, convenient location and lovely pool as well.
- AAndrew B.Scout
Crocker's Boatyard
Beautiful and convenient
Easy to get to, great communication and lovely location. Recommended!
- BBlake N.Scout
Crocker's Boatyard
Awesome
This place is fantastic and I would definitely stay again. It is a working shipyard and marina. Excellent showers. Very nice pool and pool deck with umbrella right on the water. One mile from block island ferry.
- DDavid G.
TravelerCrocker's Boatyard
Great spot and great hosts
Crocker’s is a nice relaxing scenic place to stay in the New London area.
Walking distance to restaurants and to Fort Trumbull.
So much fun watching the boats and boating activities.
Electric and water included. There is a free dump station about a mile away (during regular business hours). *Can be found on The Dyrt.
Hosts were super friendly and had nice recommendations for places to see around town. Thank you !!!! We will definitely be visiting again. 
Kaileigh K.
GuideFort Getty Campground
Great location!
Fort Getty campground was in an incredible location to Jamestown and with many things to do in the park itself. The tent sites are open field style and some groups can get big so be ready for that. We had tent site 6 and it was tucked back in its own little area which was an awesome surprise. Overall we had a quick stay and everyone we encountered was friendly, bathrooms are older but a short walk from tent area. The access the Jamestown and the surrounding areas and views is what makes this place totally worth it!
- AAshley H.Traveler
Mashamoquet Brook Campground — Mashamoquet Brook State Park
Cozy Rustic Campground
Due to the heat wave, I opted not to spend the night, but we did roll through and check out the area. First thing we noticed is how close and open the sites were, with a few exceptions. I attached photos of the more secluded sites I plan to choose next time. Site 49 is what I had reserved and it was large and partially secluded. The bathroom buildings are boarded up across the campground and state park with port o potties in front. I was not eager to check those out… a bucket started feeling like the safer option lol It was quiet but on the more secluded sites, there was ample road noise and you could see the road from some sites. I didn’t get a chance to look for the walkway to the park and river, but I plan to next time. The state park and river nearby was beautiful and quiet and serene with smattering Fourth of July picnics. Overall, I plan to return here when the weather is more cooperative and my car camper is better equipped :)
Julia B.TravelerLake Compounce Campground
Very clean, friendly staff and not crowded
We arrived after 10pm so we couldn’t go into the general store to check in. But there was an envelope with our name and a description of where we had to go. Because it was so dark we couldn’t find it but the security guard was really helpful and showed us the way. We spent a really quiet night at this campground at a tent site with our rooftop tent and appreciated the clean showers and friendly staff. We would come back anytime.
Guide to Baltic
Camping sites near Baltic, Connecticut vary from riverside locations to woodland settings with diverse recreational opportunities. The region sits within the Thames River watershed at elevations ranging from 200-500 feet above sea level. Summer temperatures typically average 75-85°F with higher humidity levels, making water-based camping particularly popular during peak season.
What to Do
Waterfront activities: Salt Rock Campground offers access to river recreation with fishing opportunities. According to one visitor, "we took our kayaks up to the dam and fished our way back. It's an 8 mile paddle with some tricky spots to navigate, but very pretty!"
Family-focused entertainment: Strawberry Park provides structured activities for families. "Bingo every night, and more activities than you could possibly do!!! The kids ride their bikes to the sports fields, the rec center for the pool and activities," notes one camper.
Seasonal events: Odetah Camping Resort hosts themed weekends throughout the season. One visitor shared: "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."
What Campers Like
Natural swimming areas: Many campers appreciate the pond access at Hopeville Pond State Park Campground. As one reviewer noted: "This is a large campground and overall it's pretty nice. But the gem is the canoe sites at the north of the campground...Sites CN02, CN03 and CN04 have direct waterfront on the pond."
Entertainment variety: Waters Edge Family Campground offers multiple recreation options on site. One camper shared: "Swimming pool, great playground, among lots of trails and wooded area surrounding almost every site. Best camping weekends we've ever had."
Proximity to attractions: Many appreciate the convenient location for day trips to nearby towns. "This is a great place to stay when visiting the coastal Connecticut/Rhode Island area," mentioned one camper about camping opportunities close to Baltic.
What You Should Know
Site privacy variations: Site spacing differs significantly between campgrounds. At Mystic KOA, "there are only a couple of 'primitive' sites here, and I do not recommend those sites because they are very close to the dumpsters."
Reservation requirements: Many campgrounds fill quickly during summer months. According to a recent visitor, "We kind of did a last min trip between 3 family's we all got separate sites scattered along the river."
Weather considerations: Spring camping can be wet in this region. One camper noted, "When my family went here it poured! And we were thankful that there were so many things to do, painting ceramics, karaoke, an arcade."
Tips for Camping with Families
Indoor activity options: Burlingame State Park Campground provides alternatives for rainy days. A visitor advised: "When it pours you can find plenty to do - hiking and biking for miles. Camp store well stocked."
Water safety planning: Families should prepare for varying water conditions. "The pond has some really big fish, but it's heavily covered with lily pads and there are a lot of submerged trees," cautions one experienced camper.
Site selection strategy: Choose sites based on proximity to amenities. "We arrived in the rain after the Ranger station had closed and circled the main section several times trying to find the site with the least amount of water," shared one camper, recommending careful site research.
Tips from RVers
Hook-up availability: Electric options vary across campgrounds. At Odetah Camping Resort, "Most sites are even and good sized. New pool and hot tub," according to a recent visitor.
Dump station access: Plan ahead for sanitation needs. One RV camper noted, "There are two dumping spots each with two dumps" at a nearby campground, highlighting the importance of knowing facility locations.
Site leveling requirements: Terrain varies across the region. "Some sites have water and electric hookups, but the majority of the sites have no utilities," explains an RV camper, emphasizing the need to check specific site amenities before booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Baltic, CT?
Which is the most popular campground near Baltic, CT?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Baltic, CT is Odetah Camping Resort with a 3.9-star rating from 13 reviews.
What parks are near Baltic, CT?
What parks are near Baltic, CT?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 16 parks near Baltic, CT that allow camping, notably Westville Lake and Buffumville Lake.
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