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Lake Compounce Campground accepts pets at all accommodation types including tents, RVs, cabins, and glamping sites with full hookup options. Most pet-friendly campgrounds in the Berlin area offer water and electric hookups with designated pet areas. Bear Creek Campground provides clean bathroom facilities and spacious campsites where pets can accompany their owners, though pets must remain leashed at all times. Hammonasset State Park Campground allows pets in both drive-in and walk-in sites, with access to electric hookups and water. Several reviewers note that the tent spots can be small and close together, making it important to check site dimensions when traveling with pets.
Markham Meadows and Wolf's Den Family Campground provide seasonal pet-friendly camping from April through October, with Wolf's Den offering cabin options for those not wanting to tent camp with their dogs. Sites are not cramped and quite sizable for pets to have adequate space without disturbing neighbors. Black Rock State Park Campground maintains pet-friendly policies on all accommodation types including their cabins, with nearby hiking trails suitable for dogs. Riverdale Farm Campsites permits pets from April through November with boat-in access options for adventurous campers and their dogs. The campground grounds can contain wildlife, so keeping dogs leashed is essential for their safety, as some campers report hearing coyotes in the vicinity after dark.
"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.."
"Affiliated with Lake Compounce Amusement Park adjacent to campground."
"We used White Pines as our base while exploring this part of Connecticut and it worked out really well. We spent most of Saturday away from camp and came back tired and ready for an easy evening."
"We visited toward the end of the camping season and loved seeing this part of Connecticut as summer was winding down. The cooler evenings made sitting around the fire especially nice."
from $50 - $62 / night
Check Availability"Quiet CG near Waterbury CT. Close to major stores for resupply. CG has lots of friendly seasonal campers and lots of other sites."
"There’s two brand new bathrooms on site one of which is conveniently located right by the pool. Owners are doing new renovations to make this place look good!"
from $55 - $150 / night
Check Availability"We were passing through Connecticut and needed a place to crash. Loved this campsite! Very chilled and secluded in your own site. I liked that it felt like a litrle community but still quotr private."
"Hawes is one of the few campgrounds in CT that's dog friendly. The sites are nice and large, with room for trailers, and they also have a few cabin sites as well."
from $17 - $50 / 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 lake is perfect, the river needs work. But this an awesome small campground. The kids who work here are so friendly and the playground is nice."
"Sites are very close to one another. Level pull through site. Quit in the evening!"
"We arrived at the parking lot of Onion Mountain Park at around 2 pm and proceeded to get our bags packed for the hike."
"It’s up the yellow or blue trail depending on which one you take. However, it’s not a long walk to the parking area from the campsite."
"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
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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.
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.
RangerEnjoyed our stay at this campground for a weekend in mid September. We booked for a good rate using Campspot and it was well worth the money. Our site was wide and had some bushes adding privacy from some nearby RVs. The campground was quiet and had several nice amenities, like a store, laundry, dog park, playground, pool, basketball court, and more. It was close to Olde Mystic and plenty of other nearby attractions.
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
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.
TravelerClean, family friendly campground. Pet friendly with plenty of area to walk. Close to I-95 and 15 minutes from the beach. fishing areas for the kids. Spots are well organized and no issues with hookups. Propane is available at the store.
LegendI had a hankering for East Coast seafood, so I picked Hammonesett Beach State Park for Connecticut. Our 2nd state of 5.
Hammonesett Beach has a huge campground. They divide the loops with names. I unfortunately chose Pequot. This loop has THE WORST bathrooms/showers on the South side of the campground. Looks like they were built in 1950s with rotten wood siding. Dirty. The showers were outside the bathroom- there was a bench & hooks OUTSIDE! We found out all the other loops had modern bathhouses.
My first impression of this campground is it's loud, crazy busy & there's traffic noise from the beach road. I actually liked it! This is a fun campground for families. There were kids on bikes, scooters, skateboards,roller blades. Watch your speed! They don't always watch out for your car.
I found out most people stay through Sunday & leave on Monday. There were still lots of campers left. Lots of tent campers.
I chose site 14 on the Pequot Loop because I thought I would have a view of one of the ponds. There was tall vegetation, so that was out.
The sites on the other side of the loop were right by the main beach road. Noisy during the day, but quiet at night.
There are some sites with shade, but most are sunny.
There's no electricity at most of the sites. Our site was full sun(yay for the solar panel!). On Beach Road in the campground there's 2 rows of full hookup sites, but they go FAST! I tried.
NO PETS! Including dogs.
No WiFi, but there's cell service. At least 5 dump stations.
The beach was popular.
There was a stream running from a pond that kids were playing in.
They have a beautiful Nature Center. A couple of easy hikes through one of the preserves.
This was a good base camp for the area. Gillette Castle & other state parks are within driving distance. Connecticut is a beautiful state!!
Camping areas near Berlin, Connecticut offer diverse overnight options within the Nutmeg State's central region. The area sits within a 20-mile radius of multiple state parks and private campgrounds, with elevations ranging from sea level at coastal sites to around 700 feet at inland locations. Summer temperatures typically range from 65-85°F with frequent afternoon thunderstorms during July and August.
Hiking at waterfalls: Black Rock State Park Campground features nearby trails suitable for various skill levels. One camper noted, "Beautiful state park, very clean... hiking trails. Check out Leather Man Cave, Whitestone Cliffs, Tory's Den, and Buttermilk Falls nearby."
Fishing opportunities: Waters Edge Family Campground provides a small lake for anglers of all ages. According to a review, "There is a little lake for fishing, kayaking and swimming if you like. The camp store is adequately supplied and they had just enough activities for the kids to be engaged."
Amusement park access: Lake Compounce Campground connects directly to Lake Compounce Amusement Park. A visitor mentioned, "This is part of the Lake Compounce Amusement Park adjacent to campground," making it convenient for families wanting both camping and rides.
Bird watching: Several camping areas offer excellent bird watching opportunities. "Great hiking and bird watching. Amazing sunset scene," wrote one camper about Hammonasset State Park Campground, where coastal birds and migratory species can be spotted.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms and showers rank high among camper preferences. One reviewer at Bear Creek Campground stated, "Restrooms are clean and spacious. Showers are great. Whoever planned this campground is/was a camper."
Spacious sites: Many campers value having adequate room between sites. A visitor at Markham Meadows commented, "Very friendly family owned campground. Spacious sites that are not crammed together. Great trout fishing down the road."
Accessible amenities: Campgrounds with well-positioned amenities receive positive feedback. "Extremely helpful to my newbie lack of knowledge!" noted one first-time camper, appreciating the straightforward layout and available staff assistance.
Weekend activities: Organized events enhance the camping experience. "We did bingo too. Have been going for 2 years and started with tenting up to a trailer," reported a regular at Riverdale Farm Campsites, highlighting the recreational programming.
Wildlife awareness: Some campgrounds have active wildlife nearby. One camper at Lake Compounce noted, "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."
Reservation timing: Popular sites book quickly during peak season. "The camp sites do fill up FAST over the summer up until school starts back up so if you plan to camp, BOOK AHEAD!" advised one visitor about summer availability.
Site privacy varies: Research specific site numbers for privacy preferences. A camper at Wolf's Den Family Campground observed, "You will face your neighbor door to door but enough room between you don't feel invaded."
Seasonal limitations: Many campgrounds operate seasonally from April/May through October. "CG is pretty empty during the week and gets busy during the weekend," noted one off-peak visitor, highlighting the varying crowd levels throughout the season.
Pool options: Several dog-friendly campgrounds near Berlin feature swimming options. "There's a nice lake to float on, a clean pool to swim in, activities every weekend," mentioned a seasonal camper at Waters Edge Family Campground.
Playground access: Families value dedicated play areas for children. "They have a small playground, activities, tennis court, basketball," noted a reviewer, detailing recreation options beyond camping.
Educational opportunities: Some campgrounds offer nature learning experiences. "You can ride your bike from your site to the playground, store, beach, local ice cream shop, coffee shop, or our family favorite, meig's point nature center," shared a repeat visitor.
Weekend programming: Special weekend activities enhance family camping trips. "They have activities for the kids on weekends and holidays," explained a camper, describing the structured entertainment options at pet-friendly campgrounds.
Hookup variations: RV sites typically offer electric and water, but sewer connections vary. "Very well maintained and friendly staff will stay again when in the area. Does not have sewer hookups, but does have a dump station," explained an RVer about their experience.
Site dimensions: Research specific site measurements for larger rigs. "Sites were large enough for RV. NO privacy, bit tent sites were ok," noted one camper, distinguishing between accommodation types.
Road conditions: Some campground roads present challenges for large vehicles. "Roads were narrow and steep and hard to maneuver bigger trailers and rigs," warned a reviewer about navigating certain pet-friendly campgrounds near Berlin.
Seasonal RV options: Several campgrounds offer seasonal RV stays from April through October. "We pulled a 27ft travel trailer. Electric and water available. Dump station on the way out," reported one visitor describing the available services for longer-term stays.
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