Best Glamping near Darien, CT
Mountain Lakes Park in New York features luxury yurts among its glamping accommodations, located approximately 30 miles from Darien, Connecticut. The park combines natural surroundings with upscale outdoor lodging options where traditional camping amenities meet modern comforts. Collective Governors Island provides another glamping option with well-appointed canvas tents and yurts that include electric hookups, comfortable bedding, and private picnic tables. Lake Waramaug State Park Campground and West Point FMWR Round Pond Outdoor Recreation Area also offer glamping accommodations with varying levels of amenities including electricity, showers, and reservable sites. One visitor noted, "The campground is beautiful and the staff was wonderful! We were very impressed with the playground on site!"
Hiking trails surround many of these glamping destinations, with Mountain Lakes Park offering treks directly accessible from the accommodation areas. Water activities feature prominently at Lake Waramaug, where glampers can enjoy kayaking, canoeing, and fishing just steps from their luxury tents. Smith Point County Park provides oceanfront glamping with sites overlooking the Atlantic, offering both bay and ocean views within walking distance. Most locations require reservations well in advance, particularly during peak summer months from May through September. According to a camper, "Our 36ft motorhome backed up to a raised balcony overlooking the bay. Less than 100 feet from the front of our site was the beach and the Atlantic Ocean view." Nearby attractions include local breweries, farm stands with fresh produce, and the Long Island Aquarium, all within driving distance of these upscale outdoor accommodations.
