Amanda W.
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ScoutCherry Plain State Park Campground
Great family campground
My family and I enjoy going here durning the summer. Always clean campsites and bathrooms.
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Campgrounds in the Falls Village, Connecticut area include both established sites with amenities and backcountry options along the Appalachian Trail. The region includes developed facilities like Lone Oak Camp Sites in East Canaan and Housatonic Meadows State Park Campground in Sharon, both within a short drive of Falls Village. Accommodation types range from primitive tent sites to full-service RV hookups, cabin rentals, and glamping options. Several state parks and forests provide seasonal camping opportunities, with most developed campgrounds operating from mid-spring through early fall.
Most developed campgrounds in the region operate seasonally, typically from April or May through September or October, with limited winter accessibility. A camper noted, "There are lots of trails to explore. Many unmarked. Campsites not private at all," reflecting the sometimes tight quarters at popular sites like Rudd Pond Area in Taconic State Park. Primitive camping options exist along sections of the Appalachian Trail at sites like Brassie Brook Shelter and Riga Lean-To, which offer more solitude but require hiking access. Permits and reservations are recommended for developed campgrounds, especially during summer weekends. The mountainous terrain and elevation changes create variable weather conditions, with cooler temperatures in the higher elevations even during summer months.
The Housatonic River corridor provides scenic waterfront camping opportunities that attract anglers and paddlers. "There is plenty of fishing access from shore and you can rent a boat for the whole day to fish on the water," mentioned one visitor about Rudd Pond. Campers seeking solitude may prefer the backcountry sites on Bear Mountain and Mount Everett, accessible only by hiking several miles on the Appalachian Trail. Mixed-use campgrounds like Lone Oak offer family-oriented activities and amenities including swimming pools, playgrounds, and organized events. Sites with platforms are common at some campgrounds to accommodate the region's sloping terrain, particularly at locations like Rudd Pond. Most developed campgrounds provide basic amenities such as drinking water, toilets, and fire pits, while backcountry sites typically offer only primitive facilities.
Best Campgrounds near Falls Village (147)
1. Lone Oak Camp Sites
"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."
"I happened upon Lone Oaks Camp Site when looking for someplace to stay in north eastern Connecticut."
2. Copake Falls Area — Taconic State Park
"I'm use to the rough and tough it of backpacking the AT Trail so this place had quite a few amenities I am not use to! Haha."
"It wasn't too busy when we went- we got there on a Friday night around 6pm and were able to get a spot. There are also some fun activities within the campground, and things nearby."
from $21 - $175 / night
Check Availability3. Austin Hawes Memorial Campground — American Legion State Forest
"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."
"Right on the farmington river and off the main road with access to many many other favorable fishing spots. Definitely need to come back. Great rates on all sites."
from $17 - $50 / night
Check Availability4. Housatonic Meadows State Park Campground
"Tall pines, the sound of the mighty housatonic river, and some car noise on the nearby 2 lane."
"The Housatonic river is wide and shallow but good for soaking on a hot day and right behind pretty much every campsite. The riverside sites have a clear view, the others you walk through the woods."
from $17 - $50 / night
Check Availability5. Rudd Pond Area — Taconic State Park
"This is a really interesting campground that's situated on a hill overlooking Rudd Pond in Taconic State Park. "
"Wonderful hiking trails. Pond for fishing & swimming. Kiddie pond, children’s playground, Deli across the street is poorly managed but OK for a sandwich. Beautiful surrounding countryside."
from $21 - $24 / night
Check Availability6. White Pines Campsites
"However one issue was the garbage situation. Had to walk a long distance to throw out the trash."
"We got a tent spot and it was perfect since it was the furthest one away and there was no one near us which is probably why we loved it so much bc we were so isolated. a little disappointed in the site"
from $74 / night
Check Availability7. Macedonia Brook State Park Campground
"teaching scouts of all ages how to take and prepare for the wilderness survival badges place is clean it has running water has a porta potty and festival you don't have to worry because the state of Connecticut"
"Our camp spot was right above the river the flows behind this spot. You can go sit down by the water. But be careful!"
from $14 / night
Check Availability8. Brassie Brook Shelter - Bear Mountain — Appalachian National Scenic Trail
"We started our hike at the under-mountain trailhead, located right off route 41, and climbed up the mountain. Be prepared for steep inclines, and lots of rocks."
"There's also a bear box near by. Room to camp your tent on the ground too if you wanted to or had more ppl along."
9. Laurel Ridge — Mount Everett State Reservation
"No matter where you start, you'll be hiking on some of the steepest parts of the Appalachian Trail in the northwestern Connecticut and southwestern Massachusetts."
10. Alander Trail Camground — Mount Washington State Forest
"You have to park at the entrance and hike in about 1.5-2 miles with everything on your back to get to the spots."
"Each spot is easy to find off the trail. They also have bear boxes at each site!"
Drive Time
- 44 min from Waterbury, CT
- 52 min from Pittsfield, MA
- 1 hr 1 min from Kingston, NY
- 1 hr 2 min from Hartford, CT
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Recent Reviews near Falls Village, CT
665 Reviews of 147 Falls Village Campgrounds
Greg S.
LegendMills Norrie State Park Campground
4.7 stars
Excellent campground! The forest is beautiful, the Hudson River is super close, there are great trails, and the surrounding area is beautiful. Sites are electric only, so make sure your water pump is working and fresh water tank is full. There are spigots for filling and a nice dump station. The player is excellent. I don't think tetn camping here would be great because the tent sites are closer together and there are trains that pass regularly. We couldn't hear the trains in our camper and our site was large and private with great Forest and hammock trees. The mansion tours at Vanderbilt and Mills were awesome!
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Aimee K.
TravelerCamp Catskills
Nice
People are super friendly and helpful. Campground is well maintained and very secure. RV site was very large and mostly level. Good location. Close to Hudson River and Albany.
Julia B.TravelerLake Compounce Campground
Very clean, friendly staff and not crowded
We arrived after 10pm so we couldn’t go into the general store to check in. But there was an envelope with our name and a description of where we had to go. Because it was so dark we couldn’t find it but the security guard was really helpful and showed us the way. We spent a really quiet night at this campground at a tent site with our rooftop tent and appreciated the clean showers and friendly staff. We would come back anytime.
hutton familyTravelerSpacious Skies Woodland Hills
Amazing stay
I called as we were 3 hours away for a spot for the night. The lady who answered was amazing and asked everything to pick us the right spot. We showed up after hours and found our spot. It was so peaceful and so beautiful. Bathrooms were extremely clean! I recommend this spot to everyone! Well worth it!
- DDwight F.
GuideHousatonic Meadows State Park Campground
Nice midweek stay location
Tall pines, the sound of the mighty housatonic river, and some car noise on the nearby 2 lane. The campground is landscaped and maintained beautifully. the highlight is the river, ever-present in sound. The primo sites are on the northern end , where most sites are right on the water, and just a small descent. Bathrooms are good, not great. Showers are push button automatic, water was warm. We have a small RV, the dump site is up the main road about a 1/2 mile in a turnout. Free for campers, on your honor. At office were college aged young men and women in very casual street clothes all very nice, and mannerly, but not very knowledgeable, and hard to believe they could handle an adverse situation. I asked for the soap to be filled in the mens room on Thursday afternoon at 4 and it was still not done at noon the next day. -it’s a 2 minute walk from the office. I asked about a hike, they told me a trail head was a mile up the road. We found a spur directly across the street. I miss real docents, with knowledge, and wearing the garb. All sites not directly on the river side have paths down to get there. Did a nice little moderate hike just across the street called Pine Knob. Nice vista, quick 760ft ascent, combines withe AT for a length, then back down total 3 miles the way we did it. Some nice restaurants in Kent. Found a good breakfast in Goshen. We’ll be going back.
- JJanceTraveler
Hemlock Ridge MUA Dispersed
Charming mossy woods on a ridge
Arrived at night on a weekday to find two other vehicles parked in the lot, srilll was able to find a fire ring with a level area relatively easy. Very quiet, just the sounds of owls hooting at night. Very nice mixed forest, seems managed well. It is somewhat buggy. But doesn’t seem to be overly infested with ticks at least.
- DDwight F.Guide
Housatonic Meadows State Park Campground
The nice part of Connecticut
A really nice campground for tenters and dry campers. No hookups, but decent bathrooms, lukewarm showers and well kept. The Housatonic river is wide and shallow but good for soaking on a hot day and right behind pretty much every campsite. The riverside sites have a clear view, the others you walk through the woods. The only negative is Route 7, which gets busy in the mornings, and at rush hours, but quiets down at night. Not a busy highway to begin with, but a major route. A good up and down hike right across the street, 760 ft ascent in a mile or so, 3 mile loop, you see AT through hikers on the portion of the combined trail. There is a drinking water tap you can hook a hose to for filling your RV, or jugs. No dump station. We had our class B here. Sites mostly level. Come during the week for better privacy. Supposedly fly fisherman come on weekends. Cute cabins for rent in a awesome location.
Eric LeBoeufGuideOctober Mountain State Forest Campground
Idk where to start
First off the cons the train at 130 am is wonderful to get woken up to 2nd the sites are on top of each other 3 not many level sites didnt hear the buzzing at all no daddy long legs but ticks let's talk about how many ticks I got in the park I pulled 7 off of me in 5 nights at that park
Guide to Falls Village
Camping near Falls Village, Connecticut offers access to both the Housatonic River corridor and mountainous terrain between 700-2,000 feet elevation. Temperature fluctuations can be significant, with summer daytime highs averaging 80°F but dropping to the 50s at night in higher elevations. The camping season typically runs mid-April through mid-October with several sites offering both riverside and wooded options.
What to do
Fishing access points: Housatonic Meadows State Park Campground provides direct river access with quality fishing spots. "We have stayed there many times. We have a few favorite sites. We have also seen a bear eating food from the dumpster at housatonic meadows," notes one camper at Housatonic Meadows State Park Campground.
Hiking trails: Mount Washington State Forest offers primitive backcountry camping with trail connections. "What I liked most about this campground is that it wasn't overcrowded. Each spot is easy to find off the trail. They also have bear boxes at each site!" shares a visitor to Alander Trail Campground.
Water activities: Beyond fishing, some campgrounds offer swimming and boating. A visitor to Taconic State Park mentioned, "2 lIfeguarded swimming areas — a kiddie pool and a deep area with floating dock to jump off of. Very short hike (or drive) to the beautiful Bash Bish falls."
What campers like
Privacy between sites: American Legion State Forest offers well-spaced campsites with natural barriers. "Well spaced out lots, you have a lot of privacy, there is a drive in movie theater 10 min away (we always tailgate a movie as tradition) it's close to a bunch of quaint towns," according to a review from Austin Hawes Memorial Campground.
Riverside locations: Many campsites provide direct water access. One camper reported, "Our site was right above the river the flows behind this spot. You can go sit down by the water. But be careful! As we were walking back up to our tent there was a small bear within feet from us that we almost didn't see!"
Trail connectivity: The Appalachian Trail connects several camping areas. "This site is just south of the Bear Mtn summit. You can park at the Undermountain Trailhead area. Once you hit the AT go to the right and it goes to the summit," explains a visitor to Brassie Brook Shelter.
What you should know
Bear activity: Multiple campsites report bear encounters. Most backcountry sites provide bear boxes for food storage. "The entire campground was to ourselves... in the middle of JULY. The fishing, peace and quiet of the place was exactly what we needed! Tons of birdwatching, hiking, river floating," notes a camper at Housatonic Meadows.
Limited cell service: Many campgrounds have poor or no connectivity. A Macedonia Brook State Park visitor mentioned, "No cell service," while another camper at American Legion State Forest noted, "Last but not least - no cellphone service, which is either a good or bad thing, depending on how you feel about it."
Campsite elevation challenges: Sites at Taconic State Park often feature platforms due to sloping terrain. "Taconic State Park has a beautiful campground. No electric hookups, but plenty of water and tent sites are available with very large platforms. Bathroom facilities are adequate. There are 2 dog friendly loops at the back."
Tips for camping with families
Family-friendly activities: Lone Oak Campsites offers extensive programming for children. "We loved this campground! Big fun for kids and adults. Two big pools, store, bar for adults with live entertainment. Tons of kids activities going on all day," explains a visitor to Lone Oak Camp Sites.
Swimming options: Multiple locations provide supervised swimming areas. "The swimming there felt really clean and I loved the dock. Close to great hiking," reports a Taconic State Park visitor.
Playgrounds and fields: Several campgrounds feature dedicated play areas. "There was a very large open grassy field for play/sports, a playground and life guarded portion of the lake for swimming. This location was very accesible to the Bish Bash Falls trail and even had a few side trails to explore."
Tips from RVers
Limited hookups: Most state park campgrounds offer minimal RV amenities. "This is basic dry camping it is fun but there is no electric or water at the sites only in the bathhouse. So if you get a site close the the bathhouse you will have water close by and electricity close," notes a camper at Taconic State Park.
Dump station locations: Not all campgrounds with RV sites provide dump stations. "We had a great time, very friendly stuff. We stayed right on the river side, No hook up, but they have a dump station," reports a visitor to Macedonia Brook State Park.
Site terrain considerations: Many campgrounds have uneven sites. "The sites are nice and large, with room for trailers, and they also have a few cabin sites as well," explains a visitor to American Legion State Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Falls Village, CT?
What camping is available near Falls Village, CT?
According to TheDyrt.com, Falls Village, CT offers a wide range of camping options, with 147 campgrounds and RV parks near Falls Village, CT and 8 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Falls Village, CT?
Which is the most popular campground near Falls Village, CT?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Falls Village, CT is Lone Oak Camp Sites with a 4-star rating from 12 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Falls Village, CT?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Falls Village, CT?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 8 free dispersed camping spots near Falls Village, CT.
What parks are near Falls Village, CT?
What parks are near Falls Village, CT?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 17 parks near Falls Village, CT that allow camping, notably Northfield Brook Lake and Hop Brook Lake.
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