Top Tent Camping near Grosvenor Dale, CT

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Best Tent Sites Near Grosvenor Dale, CT (13)

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    Camper-submitted photo from Tully Lake Recreation Area (MA) — Tully Lake
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    2. Tully Lake Recreation Area (MA) — Tully Lake

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    Overview

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers invites you to come relax at Tully Lake. There are a variety of outdoor recreation activities for you and you family. Although the dam was built primarily to reduce flood damages on the Millers and Connecticut Rivers, the 1,300-acre reservoir area provides a place for you to get away from it all and connect with nature.

    Recreation

    Tully Lake offers many opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Activities in and around the lake include mountain biking, camping, disc golf, hiking, picnicking, boating, and fishing and hunting in the appropriate seasons.

    Facilities

    The Tully Lake Pavilion is located in the recreation area and offers picnic tables and grills. Maximum group size is 50 people with parking for 25 passenger vehicles at the upper gravel lot. The recreation area has a small playground for young children, volleyball court, and a horseshoe pit. Bathrooms are provided, but there is no running water.

    Natural Features

    The 1,262-acre Tully Lake property is managed to sustain a healthy ecosystem for future generations. The thriving biodiversity of the Tully River Valley and the interconnections of our forests, wetlands, waters, and wildlife are valued and managed for the long term. Tully Lake is home to a wide variety of wildlife, from tiny insects and song birds, to large mammals such as deer and moose. Fifty-five percent of the reservoir area is wetlands, providing habitat for fish, waterfowl, song birds, insects, reptiles, amphibians, and mammals such as beaver, mink and otter. The rest of the property provides habitat for upland species such as deer, coyote, fisher, owl, fox, raccoon, skunk, porcupine, rabbit, and squirrel. The forest within Tully Dam's reservoir area is composed primarily of white pine, providing habitat for owls and woodpeckers, red-tailed hawks, and white-tailed deer.

    Nearby Attractions

    When visiting Tully Lake there are several opportunities for visitors to explore in the surrounding area. At the north end of the lake there is a tent only campground run by the Trustees of the Reservations which provides a perfect launching point to enjoy the outdoor attractions nearby. Ten miles away is the Birch Hill Dam, another Army Corps project that provides miles of trails and river to explore. The Quabbin Reservoir is also within a short ten mile drive of Tully Lake and serves the city of Boston as its water supply. The Quabbin is a unique area; there were four towns flooded to create it, and it has some of the most interesting blends of human and natural history in the region.

    Charges & Cancellations

    Please review the cancellation and refund policy at the bottom of the webpage. In general, we will require at least two weeks prior to your reservation to consider a request.

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    $40 / night

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      4. East Beach State Beach

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      All campers must be self-contained and equipped with 4 wheel drive, campers also must obtain a Barrier Beach Permit prior to their stay. More info by calling (401) 322-8910.

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      5. Federated Womens Club State Forest

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        6. Gillette Castle State Park

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        Four public camps along the Connecticut River at Hurd, Gillette Castle, River Highlands and Selden Neck State Parks offer primitive, riverside sites with fireplaces and pit toilets for individuals traveling on the river. Use of river campsites at River Highlands, Hurd and Gillette Castle is restricted to canoers and kayakers only.

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        8. Selden Neck State Park Campground

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        Selden Neck offers 4 sites: Cedars site - 20 campers Hogback site - 6 campers Springledge site - 8 campers Quarry Knob site - 12 campers

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        $5 / night

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          9. East Beach State Campground

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          Specialty camping on three (3) miles of undeveloped beach frontage is available at East Beach State Campground, located in Charlestown, Rhode Island. East Beach is one of the least developed of the Rhode Island state beaches, with limited parking and a half dozen changing rooms. This barrier beach and 10 site campground location offers four Clivus Multrum Composting Toilets for restrooms along with 3 miles of undeveloped beach frontage. Parking is very limited and fills up early on sunny summer days. A small portion of the beach is staffed with lifeguards on a seasonal basis. Utilities ARE NOT available at this campground. Special Camping/Vehicle Equipment requirements are required for camping at this location.

          All camping units MUST BE self-contained AND equipped with 4-wheel drive. A self-contained unit is defined as “A camping unit which contains permanent holding tanks for potable water, grey water and black water. Bathroom equipment must be permanently affixed to the unit.”
          Tow trailers or Fifth Wheels are not allowed.
          All campers MUST obtain a Barrier Beach Permit prior to their stay.
          Beach Vehicle Permits/Trail passes can be purchased from the Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council (CRMC)
          A beach parking fee will also be required for any vehicle using the East Beach Sand Trail during the summer beach season unless registered for a campsite.
          Closure of part or all of East Beach Campground may occur during the camping season due to the nesting of a tiny shorebird called the Piping Plover. The Piping Plover is listed as a threatened species under the Federal Endangered Species Act. If a closure should occur, reservations will be cancelled and refunded in full.
          Registered campers after having checked in to East Beach Campground will be allowed to utilize the Septic Dump Station and Water Filling Station at Burlingame State Campground and/or Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground, one time at no charge. Additional dumping or use of the water filling station will be subject to the Septic Dump Station Pass Fee
          Must show proof of active and valid reservation.
          Tent camping is not allowed.
          Pets are not allowed.
          Registered campers after having checked in to East Beach Campground will be allowed to utilize the Septic Dump Station and Water Filling Station at Burlingame State Campground and/or Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground, one time at no charge. Additional dumping or use of the water filling station will be subject to the Septic Dump Station Pass Fee

          Address: East Beach Road, Charlestown, RI 02813

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          $28 / night

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          Recent Tent Reviews In Grosvenor Dale

          625 Reviews of 13 Grosvenor Dale Campgrounds


          • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Burlingame State Park Campground
            Oct. 7, 2024

            Burlingame State Park Campground

            HUGE state park

            General: HUGE state park with over 700 sites. It does not fully open for the season until May 1 and when we were there in mid-April, only two sections, Fish Camp and Mills Camp were open. The Ranger station is staffed 24 hours a day, with a ranger on site until 11 pm. You need to show your pass to get inside the gate leading to the campsites. There are no hookups in any site (as far as I could tell). Sites are designated for tents, small trailers, large trailers, and RVs. As with other RI state parks, non-residents pay double the price of residents which kind of ticks me off (I don't mind a nominal upcharge but double is excessive IMO).

            Site Quality: The site numbers throughout the park are painted on rocks but the sites themselves are not very clearly defined. There is no designated camping pad. Our site (114) had a water view but was not level. It was large enough for us to park horizontally and make it work for one night. Some sites had excessive roots and also were not level. Some picnic tables have been replaced with new ones, but others badly need it.

            Bath/Shower house: The one in Fish Camp was adequate and clean. There is hot water, but you need to run it for a while before you get any. There was no garbage receptacle, and the toilet paper is so thin, that you can see through it. Showers are $.75 to get it started for the first three minutes. After that, the amount per minute increases to $1, $1.25, $1.50, and so forth. Machines take up to 22 quarters. There is a change machine at the Ranger Station. I did not use the shower so I cannot comment on how well they work. 

            Activities/Amenities: There is a camp store that offers wood, ice, coffee, basic groceries, propane, and canoe rentals. It was open with limited hours during our stay. Fishing, boating, swimming - all in season. Even though the park was only about 10% occupied, there was a strong Ranger presence. He circled our small loop three times just before check-out time and wanted to make sure we were leaving not a minute past the designated time. 

            This was just an overnight stay for us in a convenient location but there is no way I would stay at the height of the season!

          • Kathy T.
            Camper-submitted photo from Salt Rock State Park
            Sep. 23, 2024

            Salt Rock State Park

            Clean, but dated facilities

            Campground is a bit crowded with sites close together. The facilities were clean but quite old. There are some nice hiking trails along the river.

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            Camper-submitted photo from Sunset View Farms
            Sep. 21, 2024

            Sunset View Farms

            Lovely spot in the woods

            We booked last minute (2 hours before we arrived) and were met with the friendliest staff ready to help us at 7:30PM and get us checked in. Perfect spot if you don’t mind a 40 minute ride over to The Big E fair which is what brought us out to this part of MA. The restaurant was so nice, and to my surprise more than accommodating as I have celiac, they really went above and beyond. We will definitely be back next summer for a longer stay.

          • Jacob D.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Fishermen's Memorial State Park
            Sep. 18, 2024

            Fishermen's Memorial State Park

            Somewhere to stay, not the best

            $18/night if you live here, but $36 if from out of state. Large tent campground with lots of spaces, so everyone is in pretty close together. My main concern is there are showers in the bathrooms you can pay for, but ones outside that are free, but cold water and no curtain, so you literally have no privacy.

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            Camper-submitted photo from Ponkapoag Camp
            Aug. 30, 2024

            Ponkapoag Camp

            Beautiful

            Had an amazing stay, cabin was perfect and comfortable. Water was nice and fish were biting. Can’t wait to come back.

          • carol T.
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            Aug. 23, 2024

            Waters Edge Family Campground

            BEWARE WATERS EDGE CAMPGROUNDS THEY WILL KEEP ALL YOUR MONEY

            JUNE 30,2024  my husband & I were seasonals at waters edge campground Lebanon Connecticuit  gave them a 30 day notice we were leaving this place wasnt for us just awful the owners are just money hungey thieves they told us they were keeping our deposit wich we expected because it says non refundable deposit so okay fine but we paid for the whole season its open april15 to october15 gave a 30 day notice left june 30 they refused to give us back the money for july ,august,september,to october 15 they ket 750 plus 2500 dollars told us were not getting our money back So iam sure they rented the site thats double dipping so fair warning I dont want this to happen to anyone else they will Rob you blind oh and they broke our ice maker when they dewinterized our trailer and never owned up to it came down to my floor in camper soaked with water from my freezer and didnr bother to clean tthe mess and said  it must have been broken nefore so they are also dirty liars I didnt want to even give a one star rating but had to put somethin i give the a big fat 0

          • Matt S.
            Camper-submitted photo from Mystic KOA
            Aug. 5, 2024

            Mystic KOA

            Great campground for coastal CT & RI

            We stayed at Mystic KOA in North Stonington, Connecticut, to be tourists in Mystic. Spoiler alert… we had a great stay! 

            This campground is just 15-minutes from Mystic and about an hour’s drive to Newport, Rhode Island. It’s just a few minutes from I-95 and so close to Mystic Aquarium, downtown Mystic, Mystic Seaport, and all the local spots. 

            It’s a well-maintained campground with 2 pools(though the larger one was closed for maintenance during our stay), lots of play areas and daily activities for little ones, and a cool“pub truck” for adult drinks. Our site(#408) was about 85’ long with plenty of room for our 45’ motorhome and toad(and then some!). It was level and gravel with a nice fire ring and picnic table. The hookups worked fine with 50-amp electric and decent water pressure. Cable TV had nearly 50-channels, but the wi-fi didn’t quite reach our part of the park. 

            Due to a family issue, we needed to leave about a day-and-a-half early. We called the office as a courtesy to let them know as we were pulling out and received a partial credit for a night’s stay on our credit card. Didn’t even ask, they just did it. Thanks Mystic KOA! 

            We’ll definitely be back. This is a great place to stay when visiting the coastal Connecticut/Rhode Island area.

          • KThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Burlingame State Park Campground
            Jul. 29, 2024

            Burlingame State Park Campground

            Pros outweigh the cons

            Stayed for a week mid-July; during the week had almost an entire loop to ourselves which was wonderful - it felt like having the entire park to ourselves. Things picked up on Friday/Saturday but overall we lucked out with no neighbors who were disrespectful of the quiet hours (10p - 7a). Bathrooms, dumpsters, and portapotties are plentiful, but not always well maintained. Staff are seen frequently throughout the park and are very willing to be helpful when asked - our site had a few Yellowjacket nests and they took care of them for us almost immediately when asked. It’s worth investigating the various sites ahead of time - there are a number of sections much more likely to be busy than others, and lots of low-lying sites that show signs of easily being washed out in anything more than a moderate rain. With multiple great east coast beaches minutes away (as well as conveniences like fuel/stores) we will definitely be back.

          • L
            Camper-submitted photo from Peppertree Camping
            Jul. 23, 2024

            Peppertree Camping

            Amazing stay

            We had our very first camping experience with our new camper at this campground and it was everything we could have imagined and more. It’s a beautiful campground, the gentleman and his family who own it are sooooo nice and they helped us a lot when it came to learning how to properly use our camper. All the fellow campers that we met were extremely nice. It’s a quiet campground, located right on a river. My children spent hours in it playing and fishing. Looking forward to returning.

          • L
            Camper-submitted photo from Fishermen's Memorial State Park
            Jul. 15, 2024

            Fishermen's Memorial State Park

            FEELS LIKE SUMMER

            Nothing like coming home to NARRAGANSETT..... BEAUTIFUL, clean campground.... Quiet & peaceful..... Bathrooms are very nice..... Not far from ROGER WHEELER BEACH & SCARBOROUGH BEACH.....Right down the street from great RI food.....

          • L
            Camper-submitted photo from Fort Getty Campground
            Jul. 15, 2024

            Fort Getty Campground

            HEAVEN ON EARTH

            Such a beautiful destination for tourists, travelers, & beach goers....Talk about being right on the water with access to excellent swimming. Such a lovely vantage point with your tent location from the top of FORT GETTY. Who knew??? Mackerel Cove is awesome....beach, beach, beach.... Bathrooms are ok. Such a hidden gem on the wonderful island of Jamestown!!!! Bring your tent....

          • Laura D.
            Camper-submitted photo from Brialee Family Campground
            Jul. 10, 2024

            Brialee Family Campground

            Best Camping Experience

            This was our families first time staying at Brialee Campground.  The cabin was absolutely beautiful and clean.  The staff were friendly and helpful. The activities were great and kept my grand children busy.  Swimming and the lake were fun.  I cannot say enough wonderful things.  We had such a great time I booked my reservations for Next July 2025 before I left.

            A special thank you to Sherri for the personal tour and showing us the ropes!  She is the best.

            The D'Avanzo Family

          • R
            Camper-submitted photo from Strawberry Park
            Jul. 10, 2024

            Strawberry Park

            Large campground with 3 pools, many amenities and scheduled activities

            Large campground with 3 pools, many amenities and scheduled activities

          • Eddy B.
            Camper-submitted photo from Whispering Pines Campground
            Jul. 8, 2024

            Whispering Pines Campground

            Fun for the family

            Great privately owned family campground. The pool, splash pad, live music and activities for the kids were great!

            AT&T service had only one bar. Couldn’t stream but worked for calls and texts. Campground WiFi was strong but as expected struggled to keep up on this busy 4th of July.

          • aThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Normandy Farms Campground
            Jul. 8, 2024

            Normandy Farms Campground

            Very Enjoyable 1 night stay

            We enjoyed our tent site with a wooden lean-to. Overall very private and peaceful, however the only drawback is that people took frequent casual walks pass the area all day long. There's really no way around that.

            We did not get a chance to enjoy the amenities, but they all looked nice and well thought out.

            We will return.

          • aThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Canoe River Campground
            Jul. 8, 2024

            Canoe River Campground

            Good But Not Ideal for us

            The campground was very busy with families events activities, etc. If you prefer a noisy fun experience and a more social experience with your very close neighbors, this is the pot for you. Our preferred style of camping requires more space and less noise. The pool bathrooms were gross, but the other facilities area near the tent sites was very nice and clean.

            The food was great and the staff is friendly. Overall we had a great time, but its unlikely we’ll return mostly due to the noise level.

          • Beth R.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Mystic KOA
            Jul. 5, 2024

            Mystic KOA

            Nice amenities

            Pros: 15 minutes from Mystic CT 50 AMP, sewer & water hookup Nice amenities

            Cons: Gravel site No shade Tight site & hard to get in/out for big rig

          • M
            Camper-submitted photo from Charlie Brown Campground
            Jul. 1, 2024

            Charlie Brown Campground

            Riverside Delight!

            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! The grounds were clean, the playground was nice, and the people were all friendly.  We did a late checkout for $5 extra, but the noon checkout and two dump stations would make leaving on time a non-issue as well. 

            Of note: We camped with friends, who were given a spot next to a large group of people (weekend prior to 4th of July is to be expected). The group were very polite and abided by quiet hours, but they were having fun and a bit loud for my buddy's 2 month of baby. They requested to move sites, and the management was super accommodating and apologetic. Helped him move his site and threw in some firewood for the troubles.

          • Jason L.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from West Thompson Lake Campground
            Jun. 27, 2024

            West Thompson Lake Campground

            Pleasantly surprised

            We had an excellent experience at this camp ground. The Staff and Rangers were polite and welcoming. We were able to see some boat races and played a round of disc golf on property. Once the boat races finished each day the camp was very quiet and peaceful. Had a great weekend

          • Mia S.
            Camper-submitted photo from Burlingame State Park Campground
            Jun. 24, 2024

            Burlingame State Park Campground

            Enjoyed myself this weekend

            We camped here from Friday to Sunday. The staff in the main office was very inviting and friendly, the rangers kept everyone in check . The bathrooms were kept clean, but the showers in the Legiontown area are kinda crappy, it's mainly the shower heads...they feel like bullets hitting you and you can't even adjust the shower head nozzle. The showers are $1.50/8mins I only put $1.00 in for 5 minutes which was more than enough time for me. There's a beautiful lake and you can rent Kayaks or a canoe for the day I believe it was around $45.00. there's a nice general store, an arcade, playground, trails, cabins... And the sites are pretty big. No real big complaints, except that the staties are usually waiting for you to come back from the bars since there's no alcohol allowed on the property. So if you are to drink off the property, make sure you have a Designated Driver. They love handing out DUIs. (I did not have this issue, but my friends did.)



          Guide to Grosvenor Dale

          Camping near Grosvenor Dale, Connecticut, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From family-friendly campgrounds to serene spots for RVers, there’s something for everyone in this beautiful region.

          What to do:

          • Swimming and Water Fun: Many campgrounds have pools and lakes. For instance, at Wawaloam Campground, families can enjoy a pool, splash pad, and even a water slide. One visitor mentioned, "The pool and slide were great - wish the slides were open the whole day."
          • Fishing and Boating: If you enjoy fishing, check out the pond at Wawaloam Campground. A reviewer noted, "The grounds are well taken care of. The bathroom and showers were checked often."
          • Hiking: Explore the nearby trails for a good hike. Campers at George Washington State Campground appreciated the hiking trails, saying, "There are some tent-only sites which are numbered T1-T5. I stayed in T5 and it was the best of the bunch because it had the most privacy and space."

          What campers like:

          • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Campgrounds like Wawaloam Campground are great for kids. One camper said, "This is kid heaven. Families laughing & enjoying themselves."
          • Clean Facilities: Campers often mention the cleanliness of the facilities. At George Washington State Campground, a visitor remarked, "Very clean, not as busy, and has all the basics."
          • Helpful Staff: Many campers appreciate friendly staff. A reviewer at Wawaloam Campground said, "The front gate staff are friendly and helpful."

          What you should know:

          • Site Size and Leveling: Some campgrounds have uneven sites. A camper at Normandy Farms Campground mentioned, "We have a 25” B+ and basically had to park sideways and use a lot of leveling blocks to get our rig level."
          • Noise Levels: Depending on the campground, noise can be an issue. One camper at Wells State Park Campground noted, "You can hear traffic noise from the highway."
          • Limited Activities Off-Peak: Some campgrounds may have fewer activities outside peak season. A visitor at Wawaloam Campground said, "Not many kids activities, but again, that may have been because we weren't there during peak summer time."

          Tips for camping with families:

          • Plan for Activities: Look for campgrounds with plenty of activities for kids. At Brialee Family Campground, one family said, "The sand beach is great for the kids and there is always something going on."
          • Choose Private Sites: For a quieter experience, select sites that offer more privacy. A camper at Wawaloam Campground mentioned, "We had good cover on our site & the area our site was in was super quiet."
          • Bring Entertainment: Sometimes, activities may be limited, so pack games or crafts to keep the kids entertained.

          Tips from RVers:

          • Check Site Leveling: Make sure to check if the sites are level before booking. A camper at Normandy Farms Campground advised, "Bring plenty of leveling blocks!"
          • Be Prepared for Fees: Some campgrounds may have additional fees for amenities. A visitor at Pine Acres Family Camping Resort noted, "Had to book at least 5 nights to stay in July and was very expensive for what you get."
          • Know Your Hookups: Ensure the campground has the necessary hookups for your RV. A camper at Wilderness Lake Park mentioned, "Some of the seasonal spots on the lake were really nice, with docks even."

          Camping near Grosvenor Dale, Connecticut, has its perks and quirks. With the right preparation, you can enjoy a memorable outdoor experience!

          Frequently Asked Questions

          • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Grosvenor Dale, CT?

            According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Grosvenor Dale, CT is Buck Hill Campground with a 4-star rating from 1 review.

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