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Wolf's Den Family Campground offers pet-friendly tent, RV, cabin and glamping accommodations in East Haddam, Connecticut. Spacious sites allow adequate room between campers while maintaining the campground's family-friendly atmosphere. Dogs must be kept on leash throughout the campground property, though multiple designated pet exercise areas provide opportunities for supervised off-leash play. The campground store stocks basic pet supplies for emergency needs. Most sites feature water and electric hookups (both 30 and 50 amp service available) with picnic tables and fire rings. The peaceful wooded setting creates comfortable surroundings for both pets and their owners.
Devil's Hopyard State Park Campground accommodates pets at all camping sites with minimal restrictions, making it popular for primitive camping with dogs. The park's extensive trail system welcomes leashed pets along paths that connect to streams and the park's signature waterfall. Campers should bring adequate water for pets as drinking water access is limited at this rustic campground. While the campground features only basic amenities and portable toilets, the natural setting provides excellent opportunities for outdoor exploration with pets. Nearby attractions like Gillette Castle State Park also allow leashed pets on grounds and trails but not inside buildings. Seasonal considerations include checking for tick prevention during warm months, as forested campsites throughout the region host abundant wildlife.
"I 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."
"Beautiful Connecticut beach sits just steps away from your campsite. Well kept showers and bathrooms are abundant and the camp store has the majority of what you need."
from $20 - $70 / night
Check Availability"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"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"
"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"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!"
from $30 - $70 / night
Check Availability"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"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 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
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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.
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.
TravelerBowdish Lake Camping Area is the worst campground we have ever been to and we travel fulltime! Their website states: $1,800-$3,600 per season (look for yourself on their website if you don’t believe me). We get there after reserving site Blue 65. They then charged us $3,900. Why? We have no idea! Then they charged us an additional $75.00 for our truck. Why I don’t know? Then they charged us an additional $50.00 for having our own kayak. Then they charged us an additional $50.00 for a small dog, $100.00 for large dogs (by the way they have no dog park). Then they charged us an additional $100.00 for cable. Then they charged us an additional .50 cents per kWh ( which cost us an average of$250.00 extra per month). The public facilities are filthy. They do not supply any toilet paper, hand soaps, hot water, etc. They charge you an additional charge by coin operated showers (cold water only) that are crawling with spiders, bugs and cobwebs.
Devil's Hopyard State Park Campground offers primitive camping options near Cobalt, Connecticut with sites spaced throughout a wooded area. The campground maintains 21 basic sites with portable toilets but no running water, requiring campers to bring their own drinking water supplies. Nearby water features include a scenic waterfall and access to fishing streams within walking distance of most sites.
Hiking to waterfalls: At Devil's Hopyard State Park Campground, trails connect directly to Chapman Falls. "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," notes Robert L.
Trout fishing: Nearby streams offer fishing opportunities, particularly during spring months. "Small little campground located in an amazing a beautiful park. Go here every spring for opening day of fishing season and camp the entire weekend," reports Allan D.
Beach activities: Hammonasset State Park Campground provides direct beach access from camping areas. "Beautiful Connecticut beach sits just steps away from your campsite. Well kept showers and bathrooms are abundant and the camp store has the majority of what you need," states Tiffany T.
Mini golf and recreation: Several campgrounds offer on-site activities. At Wolf's Den Family Campground, "they've got a nice pool, a game room, and mini golf for $2/person. There's a winery nearby and Gillette castle within a few minutes," mentions Laura L.
Spacious campsites: Waters Edge Family Campground offers sites that provide adequate room between neighbors. "We weren't sure what to expect- we picked this campsite last minute because of the location. It's was really nice: our water and electric site was surrounded by super tall trees and although the sites were close, it didn't seem crowded," according to Erin M.
Clean facilities: Maintained bathhouses and showers rank highly among reviewers. "Campground is only years old. Sites were large enough for RV. NO privacy, but tent sites were ok. Few showers for number of campsites, but very clean," reports Ruth K. at Bear Creek Campground.
Wildlife viewing: Many campgrounds feature natural settings with observable wildlife. "The wildlife was incredible, a beaver family lives in the marsh so every night around 10 they would be up splashing around loudly," notes Shannon B. about Devil's Hopyard State Park.
Pet-friendly options: Dog friendly campgrounds near Cobalt include Riverdale Farm Campsites where pets are welcome throughout the property. "A great place to stay. Lots of friends and family. Very clean and has a lot of activity," states Philip M.
Site reservation requirements: Most campgrounds require advance booking during peak summer months. "I would recommend reserving early to get some of the more private campgrounds on the outskirts and near the woods or you may be in the field with everyone else," advises Jackie G. regarding Hammonasset State Park.
Limited water access: Some campgrounds lack potable water. "There is no running water or electricity but the campground still served its purpose," notes Robert L. about Devil's Hopyard.
Tick prevention: Forested sites require tick checks. "Be very careful with ticks, there were tons of them under our picnic table and by the campfire. Bring your own chairs to sit on and don't put too much down that they may be able to stick to. Our 2 nights we found over 25 ticks, mostly from sitting at the table when we first arrived," warns Shannon B.
Seasonal crowd fluctuations: Weekends and summer holidays experience higher occupancy. "We've been going to Hammonasset for years as a large family gathering. Nice thing is it is fairly inexpensive and there's several beaches to choose from," explains Jason B.
Look for campgrounds with dedicated activities: Several locations offer scheduled events. "We make it a point to spend at least a week here every summer! 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," recommends Tiffany T. at Hammonasset State Park.
Consider amenities proximity: Sites near bathrooms and play areas work best for younger children. "I stayed here many times growing up, and it has begun to get very popular and crowded. They have plenty of things at the camp store and you can't beat the couple minute walk to the beach," shares Jackie G.
Plan for weather variability: Prepare for both sun and shade needs. "Most sites don't have hook ups so you have to run off battery and water storage tanks if you have an RV. Most sites are in direct sun so the heat was brutal not sure if I could handle it in June or July," observes Shannon B.
Pest management: Bring insect repellent for comfort during evening hours. "The campgrounds are clean and spacious but very open, being a beach there are a few campers who enjoy staying up quite late and listening to music. I don't mind the noise but the gnats (little black flies) make it nearly impossible to enjoy an evening," notes Bianca M.
Limited hookup availability: Many campgrounds offer partial hookups only. "You'll need to bring adequate water supply as potable water access is restricted at most rustic camping areas," according to local camping guidelines at Rocky Neck State Park Campground.
Dump station planning: Schedule departure around dump station access. "NO water hookups or bathrooms either. If you prepare and know how to effectively car camp with a tent you'll have a good time," advises Christine K. about Devil's Hopyard.
Site leveling challenges: Some sites require leveling blocks. "Most of the campground has seasonal campers, but we never felt like we didn't belong, which is my criticism of other campgrounds like this," notes Erin M. about Waters Edge Family Campground.
Reservation timing: Book well ahead for larger RVs. "This car camping or bike camping campground was a solid option. There is a general store in Hadlyme about 4 miles away. Other than that there are not many options for food or supplies," mentions Robert L.
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