Don’t discount this east-coast state because of its small stature. It may be New England’s second smallest state, but Connecticut’s 5,018 square miles are full of surprises, especially for outdoorists. From the forest to the shore there’s lots to explore – Connecticut offers 250-miles of Long Island Sound shoreline! This small but mighty state should be the next pin in your map, let’s go camping in Connecticut from the coast to the country!


If you’re looking for a truly outdoorsy experience, and a little taste of the Appalachian Trail, give backcountry camping in Connecticut a try and head to Sages Ravine. There are designated sites for campers to enjoy, and peak baggers will appreciate the ability to combine this camping trip with a trek to Connecticut’s tallest mountain, Bear Mountain. The climb up Bear Mountain isn’t terribly treacherous, or strenuous, but there is some scrambling involved to up the ante. The views from 2,323 ft. make the trek well worth it!


Not into backcountry camping? Camping in Connecticut can cater to the desires of just about any kind of camper – including those looking for an experience that brings back memories of summer camp. Club Getaway is the can’t-miss all-inclusive, all-things-fun, camp in Kent, Connecticut. Club Getaway’s ‘Camp For Adults’ (don’t worry, there’s one for families, too) offers everything from adrenaline pumping activities like rock climbing, SUP, and zip lining, to the more chilled-out vibes of yoga and massages, arts and crafts, and mixology classes, too. There are even flip cup competitions, and rounds of Cards Against Humanity.


Want a taste of that salty shore air? Head to the coast and camp at Rocky Neck State Park on the Long Island Sound in East Lyme, Connecticut. Be warned, though, this is a very popular spot. This 710-acre park offers half a mile of sandy shores, and a 5 month camping season from May to September—pro tip: heading out later in the season may make for smaller crowds. Also worth mentioning, you can’t camp on the beach, but you won’t be far from it!


From the country to the coast, camping in Connecticut offers a variety of opportunities for visitors to get outside and get exploring. With The Dyrt, you can be sure to find the best places to venture out whether you’re looking for an epic adventure or some outdoor R&R.

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Located on a 76 acre farm, our camping areas are set up with a few spacious campsites that include tents, a fire pit, various walking trails, cool lights to subtly light up the area at night, and on-site animals that will be seen roaming throughout the property. There is also a large hops field in the center.

Walmart and various convenience stores and restaurants within 5-10 minutes driving distance. Diana’s Poul (swimming hole) 5 minutes away. DoorDash delivers from various stores and restaurants. Portapotty available, must bring water and food. See additional details for recommendations of items to bring on your trip

You can expect to encounter various types of roosters and hens as well as different breeds of goats throughout the farm. Walk through the various paths throughout the property at your leisure, but please be careful and aware of surroundings.

Paths and openings that may look like roads can have soft soil, rocks, steep drops, poison ivy or thorns - so enjoy nature, but please, be careful, don’t go too far from camp too close to dusk, always have a buddy, make sure your phone is charged, **have fun and explore at your own risk!**



Starlit Camping at Atlantic Coast Farms and Estates

***Very quiet and private in back woods horse pastures on a small farm with free range chickens, a dog, and a couple of horses. Your pets are welcome too! Locally there are state parks with beaches, and state forest for trails & lakes, hiking and biking. Or you can just relax and enjoy the serenity!***

***We have a lovely remodelled well insulated horse trailer here which has a queen and a double bed.There is small battery operated plug in outlet inside for a light or CPAP appliance. There is an old fashioned out house for this site exclusive use. A cold water spigot is located on this site well. There are a couple of fire pits, grills, some pans with utensils and a picnic table with chairs.***

***Other attractions include local farmers markets, Gilette's Castle, and the famous River Ferry crossing the Connecticut River with a vehicle across to East Haddam. We cannot allow any wood for camp fires to be brought in form the outside for environmental reasons. It can be purchased for $10 per bundle in person or $12 preordered on this site.*<span class="ql-cursor"></span>

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***Farm Fresh eggs daily when available for $4.00 per 1/2 dozen. And there are also blocks of ice $5 for the large styrofoam cooler in grilling area next to horse trailer. Garbage removal is available as well $5 per bag provided. ***



Hidden Lake Farm

Primitive CAMPING and Picnic area . Quarry View is a unique 334 year old Brownstone quarry that is listed as a Historic National Landmark. Here you will find natural springs that flow from what we call "The wall of water" down to one of our small waterfalls. We also have many artifacts including dinosaur tracks and carved dates in the stones in the walls that go back to 1887. There is a trail that leads back in time to an area with 80 foot brownstone walls left from the quarry operations. Here you can find a rear patio where a musician will enjoy the acoustics unlike any other. Tuesday and Friday Drum circles 6:30-9 with a sunset ceremony. We sit 50 feet above the water upon the ledges that overlook the Brownstone Discovery and Adventure park below . (SITES ARE BASED on 2 adults children under 16 FREE)



Quarry View Historic Park and Campground 

Let the adventures begin!  Besides our own hiking paths, there are a bunch of local activities:  Carbuncle Pond is .5 miles and a 5 minute walk.  It is a popular spot for fishing, paddling, and walking; Nicholas Farm Management Area is .5 miles and a 5 minute walk with 1,429 acres along the Moosup River containing beautiful hiking trails; Trestle Trail and Coventry Greenway are .5 miles and a 5 minute walk.
If you are looking for a quick but delicious bite Weideles Pizza is a short 1.3 miles or a 3 minute drive with a general store and liquor store next door.
Not too far are Maxwell Mays Audubon Refuge which is 6.9 miles away, about a 12 minute drive.  Nickle Creek Vineyard and Leyden Farm Vineyard are both about a 15 minute drive.  

Other noteworthy sites to explore: Narragansett (24 miles; 39 minute drive); Foxwoods Casino/Tanger Outlets (25 miles; 35 minute drive); Block Island Ferry (26 miles; 55 minute drive); Marthas Vineyard Ferry (27 miles; 40 minute drive); Mohegan Sun Resort (31 miles; 34 minute drive); Newport Beaches (36 miles; 55 minute drive); Watch Hill (37 miles; 53 minute drive); Mystic, CT (37 miles; 45 minute drive); Foxboro Patriot Place (52 miles; 1 hour 5 minutes); Boston (89 miles; 1 hour 30 minutes); CapeCod (2 hours).

The Space:
Relax.  Reboot.  Reconnect with nature.  Pine grove campsite is located on 190 acres of secluded, wooded land located in Greene, RI.

Guest Access:
This is an exclusive Tentrr Signature campsite. Tentrr partners with land owners to offer unique accommodations in beautiful outdoor spaces. Our campsites are off-the-grid which means they generally do not have access to electricity, wifi, or modern plumbing. Instead, they offer the chance to relax, unplug, and fully experience nature! 

Your Tentrr campsite includes a 10'x12' (120 square feet) safari-style canvas tent on a raised wooden platform. Inside the tent you'll find one queen bed or a queen-size bunk bed (see photos for the exact setup). The tent is big enough for the bed plus one or two extra sleeping bags on the floor. Aside from the canvas tent, campers can also use the extra 5-person pop-up dome tent that___s provided. You'll also have a 6-ft picnic table, outdoor fire pit, 2 Tentrr Adirondack chairs, and a heating source to keep you warm and toasty at night. 

Max Occupancy: This refers to the total number of campers allowed onsite with your reservation. 

Toilets: Every campsite is equipped with a camp toilet (we call it the Tentrr Loo). This is a simple wooden box with a toilet seat and a bucket inside. To use, line the bucket with a CleanWaste Sani-Bag supplied at the camp prior to use. Afterwards, simply tie the bag up and place it in a trash bag. CleanWaste Sani-Bags use a NASA-developed gelling/deodorizing agent that helps prevent spills and keeps everyone safe and clean.

Showers: Every Signature campsite comes with a Coleman Sun Shower. The sun shower has a reservoir that holds up to 5 gallons of water, potentially enough for multiple showers. It's constructed of heat-locking material that warms the water when it's left in the sun, even on cool days.

What you should bring:
-S'mores supplies & any food you'd like to eat
-A cooler to keep your grub from spoiling 
-Bedding and pillows
-Firewood for the campfire

Interaction with Guests:
Upon check out, you should leave-no-trace of your stay and be sure your campsite is returned to its natural glory! While Tentrr does not charge a cleaning fee, we do expect campsites to be left how they were found. After you check out, take everything you brought in and be sure to leave your trash at the designated location on the property. 

If a CampKeeper submits an incident report after your stay that details evidence of trash or damage to the campsite or the CampKeeper___s property, Tentrr reserves the right to charge a minimum cleaning fee of $50. Just make sure to follow the Camper Manual posted at your campsite and you'll be set!

Reservation Modifications/Cancellations: Please note the terms of the cancelation policy as they are outlined in your reservation confirmation on Airbnb. Your CampKeeper is unable to change or cancel your reservation on your behalf, and they are unable to waive any cancellation fees (if applicable). If you have any questions regarding your reservation, Tentrr Customer Support can be reached at (888) 798-9093 or at hello@tentrr.com.

Other Things to Note:
Pine Grove campsite is just a short walk from where you park.



Total Bedrooms: 1
Total Bathrooms: 1


Tentrr Signature Site - Pine Grove

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Salem Farms Campground is located on 157 beautiful acres in rural Salem, Connecticut. We have a total of 189 campsites. Typical RV sites are about 40' x 50' and have water, electric (30& 50 amp sites available), gray water, cable and WIFI hook ups on site. We also have a dump station and honey wagon service and pull thru sites available. We offer rental trailers as well. All sites come with a picnic table, trash can and fire ring for use while staying with us. On site we have a laundry facility, showers, snack bar/ ice cream bar, game room, lounge, 2 swimming pools, 2 playgrounds, corn hole, bocce, horseshoes, mini- golf, tennis, basketball, shuffle board, volley ball, a 5 acre rec. field, hiking trails and planned family activities. The store has LP gas, coffee, newspapers, ice, wood, RV supplies and much more available. The campground does have a security gate at the entrance. We offer daily, weekly, monthly and seasonal camping. We are also pet friendly!



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