Cabin camping near Lebanon, Connecticut offers options within a 30-mile radius of town. The region sits in the Thames River watershed with moderate humidity during summer camping months and average temperatures between 70-85°F. Most cabins in this area are situated on relatively flat terrain with elevations between 300-500 feet above sea level.
What to do
Kayaking on Hopeville Pond: Hopeville Pond State Park Campground features canoe sites with direct waterfront access. "The canoe sites at the north of the campground are tent only. You park and walk about 100 yards to the site. Sites CN02, CN03 and CN04 have direct waterfront on the pond. You can launch kayaks, paddle boards, etc right from the site," notes Jason S.
Fishing opportunities: Waters Edge Family Campground provides fishing access on their lake. Charles B. describes it as "Quiet and secluded but not too much. 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."
Hiking trails: Explore the natural surroundings at Aces High RV Park, which offers walking paths and natural settings. "It has a clean playground and well maintained pool as well as some walking paths, large grassy areas, pavilion and volleyball court. All sites but one (#67) are full hook up," according to April L.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Sunfox Campground maintains well-kept amenities. One visitor noted, "This is a quant campground geared towards families being out together. They have a beautiful pool, playground and a large jumping pillow like a huge trampoline you can't fall off of. There is a beautiful creek that many of the sites border."
Swimming options: Rocky Neck State Park Campground offers both campground and beach access. A reviewer mentioned, "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."
Organized activities: Weekend events are popular at Brialee Family Campground. Mallory P. shared, "The campground offers activities pretty much hourly for kids and adults to enjoy. Along with a pool, they also have a beach and a separate beach for dogs. They provide a store with all the essentials, a game room, laundry room, Rec hall, and multiple bathhouses throughout the Campground."
What you should know
Off-season considerations: While many campgrounds operate May through October, Mystic KOA remains open year-round. This extends cabin camping options beyond traditional summer months. Nancy W. notes, "The cabins in the S section are off to themselves and have lots more space."
Site privacy varies: Some campgrounds offer more secluded sites than others. At Waters Edge Family Campground, Rob L. describes, "Most 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!"
Reservation timing: Many campgrounds fill quickly, especially for holiday weekends. Strawberry Park visitor Ryan C. advises, "I came here on the recommend of a family friend who had been coming with his family for over 20 years. At first I didn't love the idea that there was no lake, well we didn't miss it at all!"
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly amenities: Hidden Acres Campground provides numerous family activities. "We kind of did a last min trip between 3 family's we all got separate sites scattered along the river it was beautiful. We tubed down river, fished the pond, swam in the pool, did the hay ride, even attended the dance at night," shares Erik M.
Seasonal activities: Fall camping offers unique experiences at Odetah Camping Resort. Brian P. explains, "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. Very enjoyable time."
Playground options: Several campgrounds feature playground equipment. At Hopeville Pond State Park Campground, Amanda M. reports, "The bathrooms are minimalistic and don't use water or chemicals to be processed, but they do have running sinks and showers! The beach is within walking distance of almost all sites."
Tips from RVers
Site configurations: Aces High RV Park offers both pull-through and back-in sites with good spacing. April L. describes, "Well organized campground with both water front back in sites as well as large pull throughs. Pull through sites also have lots of space between them so you don't feel like you are on top of the neighbors."
Seasonal rates: Pricing varies significantly between peak and off-peak seasons. Brialee Family Campground visitor Dave B. mentions, "This is a large seasonal oriented campground. The staff was not well trained and or not oriented to short term campers. Sites are close together."
Utility hookups: Many cabins have limited utility access. At Sunfox Campground, one camper noted, "This place is a dream. Stayed here for a month in the fall. Campground is situated in a beautiful valley with a little pond, hiking trails, playground, jumping pillow, swimming pool and hot tub."
