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Waters Edge Family Campground allows pets at their sites in Lebanon, Connecticut, located on 271 Leonard Bridge Road. The campground accommodates various camping styles including tent, RV, and cabin options with multiple pet-friendly sites available. Salem Farms Campground in Salem also welcomes pets with 189 designated sites across their property. Both campgrounds feature picnic tables, drinking water, and electric hookups for visitors with pets. Most pet-friendly campgrounds in the area require dogs to be leashed when outside the camper or tent, with owners responsible for waste cleanup. Several reviews note that Waters Edge provides ample wooded sites for privacy, making it ideal for camping with dogs who need space to relax.
Trails near these pet-friendly campgrounds offer excellent opportunities for dog walking, with Devil's Hopyard State Park Campground providing nearby hiking options where leashed pets are permitted. Rocky Neck State Park Campground features water access that some dogs enjoy, though seasonal restrictions may apply during peak summer months. Many of the campgrounds maintain clean facilities that accommodate campers with pets, including showers and bathroom facilities. Most campgrounds in the region operate seasonally, typically from April or May through October, with Wilderness Lake Park extending their season until December 1. The tent area at Salem Farms Campground receives positive mentions for its proximity to facilities while still allowing families with dogs to enjoy their stay without disturbing other campers.
"Amazing weekend with lots of fun for the kids and even the dogs! We’ve been to campgrounds with playgrounds worse than the waters edge dog park."
"This is our families favorite camping location. On the pond at Waters Edge. When asked where they want to camp my 5 and 7 year old will always respond with Waters Edge."
from $45 - $100 / night
Check Availability"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."
"We had two sites side by side for our group of 7 and two dogs. The staff will deliver wood right to your site. The only con is the sites are not very private...at all."
"There are trails behind the sites along a large marsh. The wildlife was incredible, a beaver family family lives in the marsh so every night around 10 they would be up splashing around loudly."
"The sites are very open, not wooded so you have little privacy from adjacent sites."
from $14 / night
Check Availability"Along with a pool, they also have a beach and a separate beach for dogs."
"Swimming lake, canoeing lake, pool, playgrounds. Choice of shade in trees or open field. Nice sites. Decent laundry and showers. Great place with kids.....lots of seasonal, but plenty short term."
from $25 - $150 / night
Check Availability"Not many tenting sites but along a beautiful lake. Pets allowed. Bathrooms close by 10, something to keep in mind. And they’re cash or check only!"
"Connecticut is LACKING when it comes to outdoor activities when compared to some of the places around the country."
from $70 / night
Check Availability"We were close to activities and enjoyed an afternoon tubing down the river. The bathrooms weren't the cleanest, but we've seen worse. We enjoyed our time here."
"we had a group from work head out here. we reserved Coyote Run, and had the field to ourselves, it was a bit of a walk to the shower from there, but we had our own outhouse, bring a light for night time"
from $33 - $100 / night
Check Availability"We tent close to the restroom and the pool, which are very clean. We go mid week and the special is pay 2 nights, get third night free."
"It was too close to the road, and they wouldn't let him pull in so we were facing each other even though it would have easily worked out."
from $68 - $72 / night
Check Availability"This place is off Route 9 in Connecticut on the east side of the Connecticut River (major RT 9 highway is on west side)."
"Nice camp ground in the woods near hadlyme"
"Swimming pool, facilities, small lake as well larger lakes in the surrounding area. Great location and campground. Love it."
ScoutWe have enjoyed our stay. Nice campground with lots of activities and things to do. However, we picked this place because it has an enclosed dog park. It does have an enclosed dog park but the fence is only 3 feet high. While this might be fine for some dogs, I have 2 young border collies that will jump that fence like it is not even there.
GuideMost amazing weekend with tons of woods (privacy is huge for us). Very friendly guests and staff! Amazing weekend with lots of fun for the kids and even the dogs! We’ve been to campgrounds with playgrounds worse than the waters edge dog park. Every one of us had a great time with the perfect campsite deep in the woods (still able to park my 26’ camper trailer). Swimming pool, great playground, among lots of trails and wooded area surrounding almost every site. Best camping weekends we’ve ever had have been at Waters Edge.
TravelerQuaint little campground. Not many tenting sites but along a beautiful lake. Pets allowed. Bathrooms close by 10, something to keep in mind. And they’re cash or check only! Taylor Pond is not far and a great hike to bring both kids and pets. This campground was perfect for us and our dog. Bring your own kayaks or use the campgrounds free of charge.
ScoutStandard crabgrass parking lot with drunks driving around on golf carts and RV's stacked on top of each other. The woman who runs the office is a very angry person and it made the entire visit unpleasant, which is no surprise as she has been hostile and unwelcoming the several times I've visited. Pool looks nice though I guess, I've never dared to use it for fear of breaking one of the many unwritten and unspoken rules. A great place for people who enjoy eating dinner next to your neighbor's septic pipe. I called to ask if they allowed dogs and was told "NO" just to arrive and be asked to park next to the dog park.
ScoutGreat family campground with lots of activities. A little pricey. Plenty of open space a dog park area. 3 pools a kiddie pool and outdoor in ground hot tub. Golf cart rentals. Very clean and accommodating
GuideWe stayed for 3 nights, the sites and camp were very clean and well maintained. Everyone was very friendly, lots of things to do - pool, bocce, volleyball, horseshoes, arcade, a small field to play frisbee or ball, mini-golf (mini-golf landscape needs to be refreshed a bit) there is even a very small fenced in dog park which was nice if you want to let your dog off leash to play. We did not experience any screaming kids all night.
GuideSomewhat crowded
staff was very nice. Lots of places around to go sightseeing. Most of the area isn’t dog friendly, so be careful if you take your pet. No problem at the campground
RangerI really wanted to like this place. It's in a very cool area that I didn't expect to be so awesome. First main issue was how bad the cell reception is. Normally, I'd day that's a perk for camping but we're full-timers and work on the road so it is important for us. Next, the place is massive and they are more about make money than making people comfortable. What could easily be a very nice and spacious pull-thru spot are 2 back to back back-ins. Unless you're lucky enough to get an end spot, those are pull-thru. Pros: awesome dog park, great office with laundry, activities, arcades, adult only room, community campfire, indoor pool with lifeguard, the staff is nice, there's a lake for swimming, boating, catch and release fishing. Their basketball court is on a shuffleboard court, playground is nice though. Close to Old Sturbridge Village and many cool hikes and MA cities.
TravelerBowdish Lake Camping Area is the worst campground we have ever been to and we travel fulltime! Their website states: $1,800-$3,600 per season (look for yourself on their website if you don’t believe me). We get there after reserving site Blue 65. They then charged us $3,900. Why? We have no idea! Then they charged us an additional $75.00 for our truck. Why I don’t know? Then they charged us an additional $50.00 for having our own kayak. Then they charged us an additional $50.00 for a small dog, $100.00 for large dogs (by the way they have no dog park). Then they charged us an additional $100.00 for cable. Then they charged us an additional .50 cents per kWh ( which cost us an average of$250.00 extra per month). The public facilities are filthy. They do not supply any toilet paper, hand soaps, hot water, etc. They charge you an additional charge by coin operated showers (cold water only) that are crawling with spiders, bugs and cobwebs.
Pet-friendly camping options near Hebron, Connecticut extend beyond the popular Salem Farms and Waters Edge Family campgrounds. Eastern Connecticut sits at elevations ranging from 300-700 feet with a humid continental climate featuring warm summers and cold winters. Most campgrounds in this region operate on similar seasonal schedules, with many closing by mid-October except for Wilderness Lake Park which remains open until December 1.
Fishing at natural lakes: Wilderness Lake Park offers complimentary boats and kayaks for guests to use on their lake. "There was a hiking trail on the property and the host mentioned they were building a Disc Golf course on the property," notes Robert L., highlighting the expanding recreation options.
Hiking nearby trails: Devil's Hopyard State Park Campground features a trail network ideal for day hikes directly from your campsite. "The waterfall was a quick walk away and you could hike down to the river for a quick dip. The river isn't deep enough for a full swim but still was good enough on a hot day," according to Robert L.
Swimming opportunities: Rocky Neck State Park Campground provides beach access within walking distance of campsites. "The campsite is only a short walk from the beach and available mountain bike and hiking trails," mentions Mauricio R., making it ideal for families wanting water activities.
Secluded tent sites: Wilderness Lake Park offers tent camping areas set back from RV sections. "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," shares Robert L., appealing to campers seeking more natural surroundings.
Site delivery services: Multiple campgrounds in the area provide firewood delivery to your site. At Odetah Camping Resort, "the staff will deliver wood right to your site," according to Dana C., saving campers the hassle of transporting heavy items from camp stores.
Halloween activities: Odetah Camping Resort hosts special seasonal activities in fall. "We went two years in a row each on Halloween! They had great amenities and activities for the kids. Plus a costume contest and tricker treating," reports Brian P., making it a good option for families during shoulder season.
Cash/alternative payment policies: Some campgrounds have specific payment requirements. Wilderness Lake Park requires "cash or Venmo only so be prepared," according to Hails L.
Varying site privacy levels: Campground layout significantly impacts experience. At Rocky Neck State Park Campground, sites feature "a variety of tree covering options for each campers preferences," notes Mauricio R.
Bathroom limitations: Salt Rock Campground has facilities that may need attention. "Bathrooms are atrocious - stall doors have no locks, metal fittings are rusty, paint is peeling, showers are lukewarm and temp cannot be changed," reports Val H.
Look for organized activities: Family campgrounds schedule regular programming for children. Brialee Family Campground "offers activities pretty much hourly for kids and adults to enjoy," according to Mallory P.
Consider noise levels: Some campgrounds have more energetic atmospheres than others. Salt Rock Campground can be busy during peak periods, with Randy F. noting that "Saturday nights there is a 'movie night' on the field, and it's right off sites 1-7 and is horribly loud."
Check swimming options: Brialee Family Campground provides multiple water recreation choices. "Along with a pool, they also have a beach and a separate beach for dogs," notes Mallory P., making it versatile for families with pets.
Site hookup variations: Electric and water hookups are standard at most campgrounds, but sewer connections vary. At Salem Farms Campground, full hookups aren't available, requiring use of dump stations.
Size limitations at older parks: Wolf's Den Family Campground has some access restrictions. "Really long or tall RV will need to stay close to the front of the campground, as typical older campground is not designed for 40 foot long or 10 foot high campers," advises Kevin J.
Level site availability: Consider ground conditions when booking. At Salt Rock Campground, Val H. notes "Sites are a mix of field, shaded, and partly shaded," with varying degrees of levelness for RV setup.
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