RV camping near Baltic, Connecticut offers access to seasonal and year-round accommodations throughout eastern Connecticut and nearby Rhode Island. The region sits within the Thames River watershed at elevations between 200-400 feet, characterized by wooded terrain and small waterways. Most campgrounds in this area operate on partial-year schedules, typically from April through October, with few winter camping options available.
What to do
Fishing access: Ross Hill Park provides campsites with access to the Quinebaug River for fishing. "The campground is set on the Q River and if you're lucky enough to see it from your site it's beautiful," notes one camper at Ross Hill RV Park & Campground.
Hiking in Douglas State Forest: Camp near hiking trails at Douglas Forest RV Resort. "You're literally steps away from Douglas State Forest, which made morning hikes and evening strolls absolutely magical," reports a visitor who appreciated the wooded setting at Douglas Forest RV Resort.
Paddling opportunities: Multiple water bodies near Baltic campgrounds support canoeing and kayaking. One guest at Sturbridge RV Resort mentions "Cool pond for paddle boats and canoeing! Family friendly" as a highlight of their stay at Thousand Trails Sturbridge.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Aces High RV Park offers larger sites with breathing room between neighbors. "Pull through sites also have lots of space between them so you don't feel like you are on top of the neighbors. Sites and roads are a pea gravel material and each site has large grassy areas around it," according to a camper at Aces High RV Park.
Clean, updated facilities: Several campgrounds maintain well-kept shower buildings and restrooms. A visitor to Sun Outdoors Mystic observed, "The bathrooms in the campground were newer and immaculate. This 'resort' has lots of amenities that would occupy kids time but we were more interested in sight-seeing and didn't spend much time around the campground."
Dog-friendly areas: Dedicated spaces for pets make travel with dogs easier. One visitor commented, "There is also a creek area for dog swimming. Our two labs loved it!" when staying at Aces High RV Park, demonstrating the pet-friendly nature of many Baltic-area campgrounds.
What you should know
Seasonal operations: Most campgrounds operate on limited seasonal schedules. Countryside RV Park runs "May 1 to Oct 15" according to their listing, which is typical for the area. Only a few facilities like Ashaway RV Resort operate "All year" for winter camping needs.
Site privacy varies: Some parks offer more separation between sites than others. One camper noted at Ross Hill Park: "Campground is crowded and filled with older crowd that seem like they live here... basically a camper city," indicating this campground has limited site separation.
Cell service limitations: Connectivity can be problematic for remote workers. One visitor to Sturbridge RV Resort reported, "Cell reception is not great. Camp link Wifi for a fee is workable unless you need to do zoom calls," highlighting potential communication challenges.
Tips for camping with families
Water activities: Look for campgrounds with swimming options for kids. Aces High RV Park offers "a clean playground and well maintained pool as well as some walking paths, large grassy areas, pavilion and volleyball court," according to a visitor.
Recreation options: Compare the different kid-friendly amenities between parks. "The kids enjoyed playing tennis & swimming in the pool at the campground - there is also mini-golf, but we didn't get the chance to play," noted a family staying at Ashaway RV Resort.
Quieter sections: Request sites away from main traffic areas for better family experiences. At Sun Outdoors Mystic, a visitor mentioned "Our site was a nice long, level pull-thru. Hook-ups were placed in ideal locations for the pad which was gravel," and "Our site didn't have sewer, but the electric and water were working fine."
Tips from RVers
Navigating tight spaces: Some campgrounds have challenging road layouts for larger rigs. At Sterling Park, campers should plan ahead as it's listed as "big-rig friendly" but reviews indicate limited amenities and potential site constraints.
Electrical systems: Check for appropriate power connections before booking. At Ross Hill RV Park & Campground, both 30-amp and 50-amp service are available, accommodating various RV electrical systems.
Reservation timing: Book well in advance for popular weekends, especially at Countryside RV Park which gets positive reviews but has limited availability. "We had a great time. Water, electric & sewer sites. Very quite, rules are in-forced. This is camping, if you're looking for entertainment bring your own!" commented one visitor.
