Best Glamping near Danbury, CT

Mountain Lakes Park and Lake Waramaug State Park provide upscale glamping accommodations near Danbury, Connecticut. The spacious yurts at Mountain Lakes Park offer a unique overnight experience among several lakes ideal for recreation, while Lake Waramaug features glamping options with amenities such as electric hookups, picnic tables, and nearby water access. One guest shared, "Mountain Lakes park is a great place to camp within driving distance from NYC. A fun option available at Mountain lakes is to rent a yurt to camp in." These glamping sites balance comfort with natural surroundings, allowing visitors to experience Connecticut's woodland setting without sacrificing modern conveniences. The proximity to water features enhances the experience, with opportunities for paddling and fishing directly from some locations.

Hiking trails connect directly to the glamping areas, creating seamless outdoor experiences without needing to drive elsewhere. Lake Waramaug offers swimming, kayaking, and paddle boarding, with equipment rentals available seasonally. For those seeking additional adventures, nearby attractions include breweries, state parks with swimming areas, and scenic rural drives. A visitor noted, "The area is lovely and the people in the area are really nice too. There is a lake across the street where you can paddle, swim, etc." Wildlife viewing opportunities abound with squirrels, birds, and occasional larger mammals making appearances around the glamping sites. Seasonal considerations affect availability, with most glamping options operating from May through October, though some locations like Lake Compounce Campground offer glamping accommodations including yurts through October 31st.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Danbury, Connecticut (18)

1. Mountain Lakes Park
3 Reviews
North Salem, NY
8 miles
Website
+1 (914) 864-7312
"Mountain Lakes park is a great place to camp within driving distance from NYC. A fun option available at Mountain lakes is to rent a yurt to camp in."

"A gorgeous piece of land that contains lakes, a lookout and Mt. Bailey, the highest point in Westchester County. A dirt road loops through the property with trails off and through it."
2. Lake Waramaug State Park Campground
9 Reviews
New Preston, CT
22 miles
Website
+1 (860) 868-0220
$17 - $50 / night
"My family has been camping at Lake Waramaug for over 20 years. I can say most of what’s been said is true or partially so but whether it’s bad or good depends on your point of view."

"One of my favorite so far , went with family , to comply w covid and social distancing, the camp only rent your site and no one on your left or right or across ! Amazing !"

3. Jellystone Park Gardiner
32 Reviews
Gardiner, NY
41 miles
Website
+1 (845) 255-5193
"The camp is set up in a “blank slate, parking lot” type style, with a big field, center for tent camping or to be used for sports or other activities."

"We had full hookups with 50-amp electrical service- which all worked fine.

The entire park seemed to be well maintained and clean."
4. Branchbrook campground
2 Reviews
Ansonia, CT
21 miles

5. Lake Compounce Campground
12 Reviews
Bristol, CT
34 miles
Website
+1 (860) 583-3300
"As I am set up for bed I see one other large green tent that looks deserted."

"Has electric, water and cable TV connections.

Clean bathrooms and nice store.

It is part of the Lake Compounce Amusement Park.

Stayed in September 2021."
6. West Point FMWR Round Pond Outdoor Recreation Area
5 Reviews
Highland Falls, NY
29 miles
Website
+1 (315) 774-9524
$25 - $40 / night
"The campground is beautiful and the staff was wonderful! We started our camping season off right with a quick weekend stay at Round Pound. We were very impressed with the playground on site!"

"It has become a home away from home for us and a chance to connect with other Vets. So grateful for a place just for Military and their families and guests."

7. Wildwood State Park Campground
24 Reviews
Wading River, NY
45 miles
Website
+1 (631) 929-4314
$24 - $250 / night
"Big Park 3 minute walk to the Long Island Sound. Have to rent a fire pit, so that is kind of lame. However Big restrooms with free luke warm showers, so that is kind of good."

"Well , one of the best sites , big enough, some have platform, clean bathrooms,many showers ."
8. Lone Oak Camp Sites
12 Reviews
Norfolk, CT
44 miles
Website
+1 (800) 422-2267
"I happened upon Lone Oaks Camp Site when looking for someplace to stay in north eastern Connecticut."

"Tons of kids activities to keep the little ones busy and great hikes around! Tons of waterfalls in the area and the highest point in Connecticut."

9. White Pines Campsites
11 Reviews
Winsted, CT
43 miles
Website
+1 (860) 379-0124
$74 / night
"The sites nearby had some trees providing space between each site. A lot of the sites we drove by were pretty sloped- I would recommend a drive though if you can beforehand."

"However one issue was the garbage situation. Had to walk a long distance to throw out the trash."
10. Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground
12 Reviews
Ancramdale, NY
50 miles
Website
+1 (518) 851-3631
$21 - $195 / night
"Big lake with swimming and boating as well as many hiking trails. Bathrooms on site as well as showers. Some sites are close together, but there are a few a little more secluded and set back."

"Great beach, 5 minute drive from campgound. Clean facilities, with a rec room for rainy days. A camp store with all the supplies you might have forgotten.

One caveat: beware of site G006."

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Mary-Kate L.
Traveler
Aug. 13, 2019
Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground
Great Spot!
Big and spacious state park with many camping options. Has options for trailers, tent sites, platforms for tents and even some cabins. Small store in park that sells firewood and ice and a few other things you may need. Big lake with swimming and boating as well as many hiking trails. Bathrooms on site as well as showers. Some sites are close together, but there are a few a little more secluded and set back. Fire pits are great. Can’t wait to camp here again!
Sylvia P.
Scout
Sep. 15, 2020
White Pines Campsites
Could have been so much better
Upon arrival, I liked the atmosphere and friendly service but our site was filthy. A bag of dog poop by a tree, trash under the picnic table, cigarette butts littering the rocks around the fire pit, and the pit was so full of ash, there was no more room for firewood. And as other reviewers stated, these sites aren’t the cheapest. I don’t normally complain but this was unacceptable in my opinion. I called the front desk and spoke with a very lovely person. She was mortified and said she’d send maintenance. No. One. Ever. Showed. Up. We waited an hour and then we just started cleaning it up ourselves so we could move on and get started on dinner.

Our site was T3 and it was spacious and spread out from other tent sites. There was a tiny creek meandering behind the site and the woods just went on for miles. We felt grateful to be separated from the RVers and have so much space to ourselves.

Night fell and the place turned into Margaritaville. The seasonal RVers have really taken over the place and while some have tasteful decor and lights, others not so much. Even 50 yards away from the RV section and I felt like I was in a dance club parking lot. The music was so loud. No one seemed to care. Nothing was enforced.

Lastly, there was a lonely port-a-potty across the road from us along with a water spigot. There was trash all around the spigot that remained there throughout our stay (an entire roll of sopping wet toilet paper and an eyelash curler, guys), but the camp sanitation truck came once a day to empty that outhouse, which I never used based on the smell. If you have young kids that nap during the day, this truck would wake them. I walked the extra .2 miles to the bathhouse, which started out immaculate but quickly turned south with the sheer number of people using it. A cleaning log claimed it was tended to but it couldn’t have been true. Trash was endlessly overflowing and soap was running low.

The loud music I could get over for the view but the uncleanliness was just annoying. What a simple thing to fix for your customers.

Also beware of bears. We and several other neighboring campers spied a pretty big black bear not far enough away in the late morning hours. I’m sure they are fed well.
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Tom J.
Scout
Feb. 28, 2019
Lake Waramaug State Park Campground
A very tired campground. Full of problems and inconsistencies.
This campground changed in the last few years, but not for the better. It is apparent that the manager does not like campers. If you have a tent, you are treated ok, until you violate one of their endless rules. Then they have the police escort you out.. If you have a pop-up or anything above the ground on wheels they make your life miserable and prevent you from camping in the front row where the sites are larger, level, and have a lake view. Bathrooms are dirty and uncared for, toilet paper is non-existent in the afternoon. Alcohol is not allowed but is poorly enforced. Quiet hours are not enforced. Two cars per site is not enforced. Loud Boomboxes are the norm. People using the lakeside state park walk through your campsite to go use the campground bathroom and showers - hence the toilet paper issue in the bathroom. Unfortunately, some of those day picnickers think your stuff is free for the taking. NEVER LEAVE YOUR STUFF UNGUARDED. The numerous skunks are an unwelcomed camp amenity. Watch your children, cars go racing through the campground! If you are looking for stress free and peaceful, this is not the place. It is party central on the weekends.The staff leaves at random times, either 3 pm, 5 pm or 9 pm and then you are on your own. But don't worry, there is a sometimes functioning emergency phone outside the camp office. Oh yes, and there is no cell service in that area. Have fun. But I'm not going back. Are you sure you want to camp here?
Eugene T.
Traveler
Aug. 15, 2019
Jellystone Park Gardiner
Great for beginners
The camp is set up in a “blank slate, parking lot” type style, with a big field, center for tent camping or to be used for sports or other activities. There’s a “lazy river” at one side and a small RV village on the other, and tent sites with water or dry tent camping. Restrooms are available with hot and cold running water, showers and toilets.
Emma C.
Scout
May. 31, 2022
Riverdale Farm Campsites
Clean but very rude
We booked for one week with intentions to book for another extra week

When we arrived we had a bit of trouble finding our site and asked someone on a golf cart passing to help they did and were very kind

Later that night we were told there were complaints of us trying to park our truck on a trailer spot though we were there for a tent sight

Then the next 3 days consistently staff would drive/ walk past our sight starting rudely they must have thought we were camping in the truck.

Though the complaints we enjoyed our stay so we decided to walk to the office and ask to extend our stay for just one more week and they very rudely stopped our sentence and said they only allow a 7 day booking

We did not see a single camper leave the entire time And most people lived there permanently

And the one time we asked for the laundry they told us we have a 2 hour window we booked for 10 am and they booked another lady for 11 am in conclusion she was also extremely rude and when we arrived to switch our clothes over she stood there watching us I felt very rushed and when we went to take clothes out of the dryer we found them tossed on the floor still half wet

Bathrooms were semi clean

Nice camp spot horribly rude people and staff
Kasey M.
Ranger
Sep. 13, 2020
Thousand Trails Rondout Valley
Beautiful campground
As part of the Thousand Trails group, this campground has many amenities. It offers a pool, playground, and activities that include bocce ball, shuffleboard, and horseshoes. We loved our full hookup site minus the neighbors’ weekend ragers. (At least they turned off the music at quiet hours).

The creek that runs by the campground is gorgeous, and my kids had fun finding Crayfish.

The nearby towns are adorable and offer shopping, hiking, farms, and more.
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Kurt S.
Scout
Jul. 9, 2018
Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground
Good for family car camping
Great beach, 5 minute drive from campgound. Clean facilities, with a rec room for rainy days. A camp store with all the supplies you might have forgotten.

One caveat: beware of site G006. The grill at the fire pit is upside down, so it doesn't hold level above the fire. Impossible to use. I had to MacGuyver it with a large rock and wedge the grill into place, and then level it with a log. We were lucky that I was able to find these things, otherwise we would have been cooking on our single stove that night. Also, this site was downwind, so occasionally was in the cloud of septic stench.

My advice would be to take the sites on the hill, nearest to the bathrooms, as all these sites seemed to be generally very well maintained.
Becca Z.
Guide
Aug. 29, 2020
White Pines Campsites
Clean Campsites
We stayed at site 85 in Sunny Crest and liked having some privacy. The sites nearby had some trees providing space between each site. A lot of the sites we drove by were pretty sloped- I would recommend a drive though if you can beforehand.

The picnic table was chained down so there weren’t many options to set up having the fire pit and picnic table where they were.

Hiking trails were nice, good variety of easier and more difficult terrain.
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Thomas
Traveler
Apr. 16, 2022
Riverdale Farm Campsites
Family friendly site
Decent location, not overrun with seasonal campers. We stayed for 3 nights, kids loved the area and playground. Wi-Fi was not so great unless we paid $6 a day for premium access. Nice activities for kids. Laundry was only accessible during business hours. Office staff were very friendly and there was a cafe on site.