Best Cabin Camping near Brooklyn, CT

Several cabin campgrounds surround Brooklyn, Connecticut, offering various accommodations within a 30-minute drive. Stateline Campresort & Cabins in East Killingly provides cabin rentals with electricity, running water, and fire pits for cooking. Charlie Brown Campground in Eastford features riverside cabin sites with water and electrical hookups. "Clean, wooded and open sites some overlook a large pond. Boat rentals, pool, game room available," notes one visitor about Stateline Campresort. Most cabins include basic furnishings like beds and small tables, while bathrooms and shower facilities are typically located in central campground buildings.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. West Thompson Lake Campground offers more primitive cabin options, while Strawberry Park in Preston features higher-end cabin rentals with additional amenities. Reservations are essential during summer months when facilities operate at capacity, particularly for holiday weekends. Most locations accept pets in designated cabins with additional fees. According to feedback on The Dyrt, "The nicest people... We chose the best spot for our first camping trip with our new travel trailer. Everyone assisted us and taught us the world of camping."

Most cabins require visitors to bring their own linens, pillows, and cooking supplies. Basic kitchenette facilities vary widely between properties, with some offering only outdoor fire rings and others providing small refrigerators and microwaves. On-site camp stores at locations like Brialee Family Campground and Odetah Camping Resort stock essential items and firewood. Seasonal operating schedules differ, with many campgrounds open from April through October. Wolf Den Campground and River Bend Campground maintain clean facilities with regular maintenance, making them reliable options for cabin stays throughout the camping season.

Best Cabin Sites Near Brooklyn, Connecticut (48)

    1. George Washington State Campground

    25 Reviews
    Pascoag, RI
    14 miles
    +1 (401) 568-6700

    $18 - $75 / night

    "Tons of hiking trails. Picnic tables and fire pit at each site. The folks a few miles down the road by the rotary sell giant piles of wood for $10. They do not have an on site store or sell firewood."

    "Sites were well spaced and provided some privacy depending on your site choice. Grounds were well kept, bathrooms were very clean with hot showers (bring quarters, $1.50 for 6mins)."

    2. Brialee Family Campground

    14 Reviews
    Ashford, CT
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 303-2267

    $25 - $150 / night

    "Tent sites available but mostly RV/Campers. WiFi in common areas isn’t great so if you’re planning on working during some down time, this isn’t the place. Nice hiking around the area."

    "They provide a store with all the essentials, a game room, laundry room, Rec hall, and multiple bathhouses throughout the Campground."

    3. Stateline Campresort & Cabins

    9 Reviews
    Ballouville, CT
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 774-3016

    $25 - $50 / night

    "Boat rentals, pool, game room available. The site we had overlooked the pond and was perfect"

    "Was very helpful on the phone, though was not informed that on Sunday the office and store closes early at 3 but was still able to check in easy enough."

    4. Charlie Brown Campground

    8 Reviews
    Eastford, CT
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 974-0142

    "The grounds were clean, the playground was nice, and the people were all friendly. "

    "We all park around this Pavillon.  IT is well kept, kids are entertained by parents and fishing etc.  Parties are present but they have quiet hour and it seems to be obeyed."

    5. West Thompson Lake Campground

    8 Reviews
    Grosvenor Dale, CT
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 923-3121

    $15 - $30 / night

    "Very convenient to have the elevated space to sleep and store items in."

    "centrally located bathrooms/showers basketball court, playground and ampitheatre to keep the kids busy. hiking trails galore, disk golf, and swimming nearby. so fun!"

    6. Hopeville Pond State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    Griswold, CT
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 376-2920

    $17 - $50 / night

    "Some of the site have 50A/20A electric hookups and there’s a dump station available.There’s a small boat ramp without trailer parking Neither pets nor alcohol are permitted."

    "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."

    7. Strawberry Park

    13 Reviews
    Griswold, CT
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 886-1944

    $60 - $120 / night

    "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"

    "Kids had fun on the many play grounds. 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."

    8. Wolf Den

    2 Reviews
    Pomfret Center, CT
    4 miles

    "I like coming here with boat and going in the Connecticut River. Nothing wring with the campground at all just not wowing."

    "They cleaned playground after each family used it. The pool area was well marked cleaned and open. This was all done for covid precautions. Wooded area was nice with fishing pond. Bass and pan fish."

    9. Odetah Camping Resort

    13 Reviews
    Bozrah, CT
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 889-4144

    "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."

    "The lake is great!! The pool area is a little small, but the attraction is the lake. The splash area at the pool is great for little kids."

    10. River Bend Campground

    3 Reviews
    Moosup, CT
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 564-3440

    "There are kids everywhere on bikes and running around, so cars actually drive slowly throughout, which is nice. Sites are a bit close together."

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Cabin Reviews near Brooklyn, CT

439 Reviews of 48 Brooklyn Campgrounds


  • Jean C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 1, 2020

    Burlingame State Park Campground

    Huge campground, not many level sites.

    I've never camped in Rhode Island, so I was curious to see what a state park campground had to offer. Rates are reasonable for state residents, but quite high if you are out-of-state, given the amenities. There are no hookups, but dump stations are available. Bathrooms have flush toilets and coin-operated showers. 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.

    There's a nice playground, a camp store, and a naturalists cabin. Trails are available for hiking and biking. The beach is sandy and there's a small parking lot there, but I suspect most people walk to it. No alcohol allowed. 

    I didn't see more than a handful of level sites, with varying degrees of slope, but many are quite large. If you have an RV, plan to level; if you have a tent, be sure to bring good mattresses to protect you from the roots and rocks and orient your head to the uphill side. Most of the sites have some degree of visual separation from their neighbors, but there are places where it's hard to tell where one site ends and the next one starts. Site have fire rings and picnic tables, but if you plan to cook over the fire, bring your own grate or plan to use sticks and/or aluminum foil. 

    If you don't have a tent, consider reserving one of their rustic cabins. These offer two sets of bunks (no mattresses) and a small porch with a picnic table and fire ring outside. Some are located along the pond.

    3-4 bar cell phone coverage. No road traffic. East Beach is nearby, but parking fills early.

  • Rachel P.
    Jun. 12, 2022

    Mystic KOA

    Awesome Sunsets at the Mystic KOA

    Didn’t quite feel like camping, but it was still a lovely weekend away at the Mystic KOA. We decided to head down to check out the aquarium and stayed at a deluxe cabin. It was cute and clean and furnished with linens, cookware, utensils, kitchen essentials, keurig coffee maker/pods, and full-sized fridge. Only complaint was an odd, musty smell we couldn’t quite figure out.

    The grounds are large with vast amounts of space. Be forewarned that it’s right off of 95, and the sound definitely carries. Trees are sparse in areas, but the sunsets were a nice trade off. Amenities seemed nice from what we could tell - cool outdoor movie screen, pools and playground, though we certainly didn’t get to enjoy these things in February.

  • K
    May. 30, 2022

    Cold brook Campground and Resort

    Shaded Sites

    Grounds well kept. Shaded sites. Quiet areas in lower roads with mostly seasonal. Reasonable cost. 30 amp only. Many full hookups. Pet friendly.

  • S
    Sep. 17, 2016

    Hammonasset State Park Campground

    Great Beach

    This campground has great sites with great beach access. Running water and full bathrooms. Also close local shopping and restaurants. Campground is extremely reasonably priced. You have to book early as this Campground books extremely quickly during peak season.

  • Rachel P.
    Jun. 15, 2022

    Getaway Machimoodus

    First Time Glamper!

    Getaway is fabulous! My first glamping experience was a winner! Machimoodus is one of the newest outposts just outside Boston and NYC. My bf and I went during one of the snowiest weekends all winter, but it was completely worth it!

    First of all, the huge picture window in the cabin is AMAZING. It is just so rejuvenating waking up to freshly fallen snow on the trees - corny I know, but 100% accurate. The cabin was beautiful and rustic, and outfitted with cookware, dishes, a Bluetooth capable radio, essentials like coffee for purchase, books and a shovel for the snow.

    Since the outpost was new, the fire pit was brand new, and despite the snow, we were able to cook on it. Very easy to use.

    Only critiques would be the lackluster water pressure in the shower and how icy the walkway leading up from the driveway got in the cold weather. The water pressure was a small price to pay, however, and the icy walkway is resolved easily enough wearing micro-spikes.

    I can’t recommend enough. It can be a pricy excursion, but the outposts are established in very beautiful settings. I cannot wait to check out more!

  • Linsey S.
    Sep. 13, 2021

    Mystic KOA

    Wasp Breeding Ground!

    Pros: Helpful staff, morning garbage pickup, excellent laundry facility, plenty of activities and amenities for children. Cons: Wasps!! Wasps everywhere!! We did our best to keep them at bay by lighting some sage but they were persistent. Not much privacy back in the tent/cabin areas, camp sites very close together and people have the ability to stare right into your site.

  • N
    Aug. 15, 2020

    Rocky Neck State Park Campground

    Shady Spot walking distance from Beach

    I’ve lived in CT all my life but never used the Rocky Neck State Park Campground until now.

    The campgrounds are named after water fowl: Crane, Egret, Osprey, Heron etc...We stayed in Egret. We camped at site #4 (sunny) then moved to #38 (shady).

    Both spots were quiet, music low and people minded their business. Equal mix of RVs big and small as well as many tents.

    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. No water or electric hookup. Wi-fi not available at this campground. Fire wood is sold at camp office. There is no store in park - no ice either.

    A lot of you children. Short walk to Rock Neck beach. Nature Center has movies on weekends for kids.

    Anyone with kayaks can’t easily get to boat launch. It’s 4-5 miles by car at 4 mile river boat launch. See photos.

  • Tom S.
    Dec. 10, 2021

    Aces High RV Park

    Nice campground

    Clean, 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.

  • Trip Over Life
    May. 28, 2018

    Hammonasset State Park Campground

    large family friendly campground with beach access

    Hammonasset Beach State Park Campground is huge, family-friendly, and has direct beach access from the campground. There is no lifeguard on duty at the campground beach but lifeguards patrol the beach a mile or so north within the park. Smaller (car-top) boats can be launched from this area as well.

    The campsites do NOT include a fire pit (or grill). You must bring your own or there are fire tub rentals available at the campground store.

    The park includes a Nature Center complete with exhibits and activities, and hiking trails. Bald eagles can be seen on the nature reserve.

    Expect long lines at the state park entrance fee station on the weekend if the weather is nice.


Guide to Brooklyn

Cabin camping near Brooklyn, Connecticut offers numerous options within rural northeastern Connecticut. Most properties operate seasonally from April through October, with cabin sites ranging from waterfront to wooded settings. Local campgrounds sit at elevations between 400-600 feet, creating moderately cool evenings even during summer months.

What to do

Lake activities and fishing: West Thompson Lake Campground provides excellent kayaking opportunities on the lake and connecting river. "We've camped here twice so far and can't wait to be back. This campground is very small and quiet, but the lake and adjoining river offer hours of fun for small craft. Take a long paddle up the river and you'll be escorted by hundreds of bluebirds and cedar waxwings," notes a visitor to West Thompson Lake Campground.

Disc golf courses: Several campgrounds maintain on-site disc golf courses for guests. "Hiking trails galore, disk golf, and swimming nearby. So fun!" shares a camper from West Thompson Lake. Another visitor notes, "We were able to see some boat races and played a round of disc golf on property."

Nature trails: Hopeville Pond State Park Campground offers extensive trail networks connecting to the campground. "This park also has plenty of trails for hiking and geocaching. The pond has some really big fish, but it's heavily covered with lily pads and there are many submerged trees. If you're going fishing here, a weedless rig is the way to go," advises a camper at Hopeville Pond State Park Campground.

What campers like

Secluded waterfront sites: Some campgrounds offer premium sites directly on the water. At Hopeville Pond, "The gem is the canoe sites at the north of the campground. These are tent only. You park and walk about 100 yards to the site. There are only four sites in this secluded section of the campground. Sites CN02, CN03 and CN04 have direct waterfront on the pond."

Tubing and water activities: The Natchaug River provides natural recreation at Charlie Brown Campground. "This was our first time visiting and my entire family enjoyed themselves so much, that we've already reserved a site for a few weeks from now. Arts and crafts, tractor rides, and of course the tubing down the river. Lots of built in entertainment for the kids!" reports a satisfied camper.

Clean facilities: Campgrounds in this region typically maintain high standards. At George Washington State Campground, "Sites were well spaced and provided some privacy depending on your site choice. Grounds were well kept, bathrooms were very clean with hot showers (bring quarters, $1.50 for 6mins). Staff was friendly and helpful, with park rangers making regular rounds."

What you should know

Reservation policies: Most cabin sites require advance booking, especially during peak season. At Brialee Family Campground, cabins book quickly. A recent visitor noted, "The cabin was absolutely beautiful and clean. The staff were friendly and helpful. The activities were great and kept my grand children busy. We had such a great time I booked my reservations for Next July 2025 before I left."

Site privacy varies: Not all campgrounds offer secluded sites. "Sites are close together. The whole campground was dominated by seasonal campers," reports a visitor to Odetah Camping Resort. Another camper adds, "Resort is the right word! The only con is the sites are not very private...at all."

Bathroom and shower facilities: Quality varies between properties. At George Washington State Campground, "The new bathrooms are great!" while at West Thompson Lake, visitors appreciate the regular maintenance: "The facilities are kept neat as a pin all the time."

Tips for camping with families

Activity schedules: Stateline Campresort & Cabins offers organized events throughout the season. "We went to their Oktoberfest that they did on Saturday and that was decorated great and the band and activities were good! Overall we had a really good time and would recommend this campground for others," shares a visitor.

Swimming options: Many campgrounds feature both pools and natural swimming areas. At Odetah Camping Resort, "The lake is great!! The pool area is a little small, but the attraction is the lake. The splash area at the pool is great for little kids."

Playground facilities: For families with young children, look for campgrounds with multiple play areas. "Deep in the woods. Great variety of activities. Swimming lake, canoeing lake, pool, playgrounds. Choice of shade in trees or open field. Nice sites. Decent laundry and showers. Great place with kids," notes a visitor to Brialee Family Campground.

Tips from RVers

Hookup availability: River Bend Campground offers full-service sites. "They do daily trash pickups from your site, pump outs and wood delivery upon request," notes a camper. However, at other locations, "There was not full service sewer hook up, only gray water. There was a dump station."

Site dimensions: Larger RVs require specific sites. "Sites 99 & 101 are best for big groups!" advises a visitor to River Bend Campground. At Stateline, one visitor reports, "The sites are very well set up. You have your pick of shady sites or sites with no trees."

Gate access hours: Some properties limit overnight entry. At West Thompson Lake Campground, a camper mentions, "only complaint is that they close the gate to enter at 9pm," so late arrivals should plan accordingly.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Brooklyn, CT is George Washington State Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 25 reviews.

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