Best Glamping near Hamden, CT

Lake Compounce Campground and Niantic KOA house some of the most distinctive glamping accommodations in central Connecticut. Travelers seeking upscale outdoor experiences can choose from safari-style glamping tents, cozy yurts, and unique cabin alternatives, all featuring comfortable beds, electricity, and climate control options. One guest shared, "The tent spots are small and close together, but the bathroom facilities were really nice and the playground was awesome for our two-year-old." These elevated camping options provide premium amenities including spacious bathrooms with modern showers, on-site markets for essentials, and dedicated picnic areas. Most glamping sites include fire rings and comfortable outdoor spaces, creating the perfect balance between rustic charm and luxury comfort within a natural setting.

Activities abound at these boutique camping destinations with Lake Compounce offering direct access to its adjacent amusement park featuring roller coasters and water attractions. White Pines Campsites in Barkhamsted provides glamping yurts where visitors enjoy seasonal programming including bingo, board games, and organized recreational activities. "Great Value and Nice Family owned business. The lake is perfect," noted one visitor about Riverdale Farm's glamping area. Many sites feature swimming ponds, playground facilities, tennis courts, basketball courts, and volleyball areas. Hammonassett Beach lies just minutes from select glamping locations, offering convenient day trips to Connecticut's premier shoreline. Most glamping accommodations remain available from early May through late October, with peak season running through summer months when organized activities for families reach their height.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Hamden, Connecticut (22)

1. Lake Compounce Campground
12 Reviews
Bristol, CT
17 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."
2. Riverdale Farm Campsites
11 Reviews
Clinton, CT
17 miles
Website
+1 (860) 669-5388
"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."

"Facilities are in good shape, friendly staff. Sites are very close to one another. Level pull through site. Quit in the evening!"

3. Branchbrook campground
2 Reviews
Ansonia, CT
9 miles
4. Wildwood State Park Campground
24 Reviews
Wading River, NY
30 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 ."

5. Wolf's Den Family Campground
7 Reviews
Hadlyme, CT
24 miles
Website
+1 (860) 873-9681
"This place is off Route 9 in Connecticut on the east side of the Connecticut River (major RT 9 highway is on west side)."

"Love the camp ground super kind staff and great room on camp sites"
6. Rocky Neck State Park Campground
23 Reviews
South Lyme, CT
34 miles
Website
+1 (860) 739-1339
"every campsite has its own fire pit with a grill attachment and a picnic table. my site was tent only and you couldn’t pull your car up to the site so unloading and loading was a hassle. beach is a short"

"Located right off I95 ( which you can hear at times), the park is convenient to all the major interstates and state roads."

7. Niantic KOA
13 Reviews
South Lyme, CT
34 miles
Website
+1 (860) 739-9308
"This KOA Niantic CT location is about 2 hours from home. It was the perfect place (not far from home) to practice. "

"Nice staff, fun coin scavenger hunt, great pool, well stocked store, wide sites, lots of grass/trees and space to stretch out."
8. Indian Island County Park
10 Reviews
Riverhead, NY
35 miles
Website
+1 (631) 852-3232
"Campsites are located close enough to the beach/marsh. Multiple playgrounds for the kids although they were closed due to Covid."

"Nice location but previous campers did not clean up after their visit. Shore power was without any problems and park has clean heated bathroom and bike station near dump site."

9. Lake Waramaug State Park Campground
9 Reviews
New Preston, CT
33 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 !"
10. White Pines Campsites
11 Reviews
Winsted, CT
38 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."

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Janelle G.
Guide
Mar. 15, 2021
Indian Island County Park
Great location, beautiful views
Wonderful weekend visit in the off season. Site was level, pretty spacious and easy to back into. Campsites are located close enough to the beach/marsh. Multiple playgrounds for the kids although they were closed due to Covid. No sewers sites that I could tell, and water was off because we were a week shy of the season opening. Needed to move to dump station prior to leaving (2 night visit) and had to drive to fill the fresh water tank once while there. Nice neighbors. Dog friendly. People obeyed the quiet hours. I have not one complaint. There were hiking trails and geocaching on site. 4 stars bc no sewer at the campsite and we like full hook ups and honestly I’m guessing this is a county rule but the playgrounds could’ve been open. Outside and socially distanced after dealing with Covid for a whole year and most local parks and playgrounds being open since last May... that was upsetting. All in all we had a great weekend. Close to the LI aquarium as well! Many stores and a golf course near by too!
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Lilia W.
Traveler
Aug. 16, 2020
Wilderness Lake Park
Cute place
My family and I stayed here a few years ago in the tent area. Not all sites are secluded, but we were the only ones so it was nice and private. At the time there was only one port-a-potty for the tent area we were in and no water source. It’s a dog friendly park which was good for us, our dog could swim in the lake with us. Cute patio overlooking the lake as well with seating. Wood delivery is awesome especially since tent area is a slight distance from office, but that is also a bonus so you’re away from the RV sites. Also price is reasonable for a private campground considering the rates a lot of other places charge.
Carli V.
Scout
Jul. 23, 2018
Rocky Neck State Park Campground
great experience
every campsite has its own fire pit with a grill attachment and a picnic table. my site was tent only and you couldn’t pull your car up to the site so unloading and loading was a hassle. beach is a short drive on site and the showers were one site over. I had a great time
Tracy D.
Guide
Sep. 16, 2018
Highland Campground
Older but lots to do
The campground is older, and the roads/driveways need work. For those looking for newer facilities, this isn't the place. There are no 50 amp sites. The rec hall and the bath houses are old, but we don't mind the old fashioned spots at times. Reminds me of camping as a kid. There are a lot of activities for the kids and adults. Shuffleboard, bocci ball, fishing, bingo, playground, pit luck dinners, etc. There is wifi available.

There are a lot of seasonal campers which can sometimes feel like you're intruding on their space. There is a page of rules to follow, the seasonals ignore them.

There is no black water hookup, only gray water. You have to have them clean out the black or dump on the way out.
April L.
Ranger
Apr. 4, 2019
Odetah Camping Resort
Had no idea it was there!
Stayed in October 2018. Tucked away in the woods I never knew this was there! Beautiful pond and a good mix of seasonal and overnight sites as well as cabins. Plenty of areas to walk our dogs and have them swim. Playgrounds, bath houses throughout and fully stocked camp store with anything you could ever need. Organized events, cafe on site and quick drive (or Uber ride) to Mohegan Sun.
John D.
Scout
May. 3, 2015
Rocky Neck State Park Campground
Great park in a great location
I have been camping at Rocky Neck State Park for decades, both tent camping, and now In a 30' camper. Located right off I95 ( which you can hear at times), the park is convenient to all the major interstates and state roads. If you can, stay away from the front gates during the typical peak arrival / departure times. Traffic jams occur, partly because you're also in-line with the car loads of beach goers. The beach and beach parking lots fill to capacity. Week ends are the worst.

The campgrounds are located within internal loops. Most sites are quite level. Park-like settings surrounding a large lawn. Bathhouses are being rehabbed, deemed adequate; can be seedy towards the end of the season. Park is routinely patrolled by State Conservation Officers who will put you out if needed. CT State Police and local officers also patrol. Camp roads are paved, and lots and lots of kids spend time riding bikes, coloring with chalk, skateboarding, roller blading.

No electrical hook-ups; potable water spigots located within the camping circles. Generators allowed, but there are quiet hours. Dump upon exit; its up top by the entrance booths.

There is a "tent-only area" which is nice and abuts a paved road for campers to walk / bike to the beach. Use this. Stay off the main road to the beach if you can. The speed limit is enforced, but sporadically. The fines are very stiff (you receive a State traffic ticket from the Officer).

This beach road leads you to a wonderful overlook where lots of people take their kids crabbing for Blueshells. There are size regulations so be careful. The regs are posted. Bring some raw chicken wings and kite string and have some fun. You can also follow the signs that will lead you to nature walks. Amazing.

During inclement weather some campers leave the park. We always recommend taking a right out of the park onto east bound Route 156. Follow into downtown Niantic for restaurants, an Irish pub, or a movie. Nice village area, and pedestrian friendly.

Rocky Neck is a very nice park, and if I had to list one complaint, it is that the State is in a financial tight-spot, and has been cutting services and personnel. Entrance booths go unmanned and that leads to traffic jams that extend out and onto the main road. Very , very messy. Life guard towers at the beach are empty at times. Bath houses can be filthy.

All things considered, I would recommend this park..
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.
Robert L.
Traveler
Jun. 30, 2020
Wilderness Lake Park
How did I not know about this place?
Connecticut is LACKING when it comes to outdoor activities when compared to some of the places around the country. That being said, it's more rewarding when you find a little gem like Wilderness Lake Campground.

While this is about 60% RVs, the tent sites are great. The host gave us a secluded spot in the back to the point I didn't feel like I was at a campground other than the fire ring. We didn't need bathrooms, water or electricity, but there was a bathroom within walking distance. It also looked like they were building a little outbuilding for Women and Men's bathrooms near the tent sites.

The lake was quiet and we saw kids swimming in it in the morning. There was a hiking trail on the property and the host mentioned they were building a Disc Golf course on the property. Whether you have an RV, want to Car Glamp or looking to feel deep in the woods, this place checks all the boxes. It's also conveniently located off I-84(exit 70).
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Nita D.
Ranger
Aug. 15, 2020
Rocky Neck State Park Campground
Shady Spot walking distance from Beach
I’ve lived in CT all my life but never used the Rocky Neck State Park Campground until now.

The campgrounds are named after water fowl: Crane, Egret, Osprey, Heron etc...We stayed in Egret. We camped at site #4 (sunny) then moved to #38 (shady).

Both spots were quiet, music low and people minded their business. Equal mix of RVs big and small as well as many tents.

Bathhouses and toilets were not as cleaned as I would have liked but passable. Coronavirus social distancing required.

Sites include one paved parking spot (ours was very muddy) a fire pit and a picnic table. No water or electric hookup. Wi-fi not available at this campground. Fire wood is sold at camp office. There is no store in park - no ice either.

A lot of you children. Short walk to Rock Neck beach. Nature Center has movies on weekends for kids.

Anyone with kayaks can’t easily get to boat launch. It’s 4-5 miles by car at 4 mile river boat launch. See photos.