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Best Tent Sites Near Middlefield, CT (17)

    Camper-submitted photo from Hammonasset Beach State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Hammonasset Beach State Park
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    Camper-submitted photo from Hammonasset Beach State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Hammonasset Beach State Park

    1. Hammonasset Beach State Park

    38 Reviews
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    288 Saves

    Hammonasset Beach State Park is the largest of Connecticut’s shoreline parks. Two-mile beach, facilities for swimming, camping (third weekend in May to Columbus Day), picnicking, saltwater fishing, scuba diving, hiking and boating; concessions. Nature center and interpretive programs. Bicycle rentals available through Labor Day, rates begin at $10 per hour and range up to $75 per week, with discounts for children. Helmets provided free to use and are mandatory for riders 15 and younger. Note: Lifeguards on duty on Wednesday through Sunday. Pricing: Weekdays: free for CT vehicles; $15/out-of-state $7 after 4:00 pm. Weekends and holidays: free for CT vehicles; $22/out-of-state $7 after 4:00 pm William F. Miller Campground. 558 open sites. Concession, dumping station, bathrooms, showers. Saltwater swimming and fishing. Individual fireplaces not provided. No pets.

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    $20 - $45 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Wildwood State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Wildwood State Park
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    Camper-submitted photo from Wildwood State Park

    2. Wildwood State Park

    22 Reviews
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    215 Saves

    Take the Virtual Tour! - WILDWOOD STATE PARK Wildwood State Park comprises 600 acres of undeveloped hardwood forest, terminating on the high bluff overlooking Long Island Sound. Swimmers can take advantage of the cool waters of the Sound, and picnickers can relax at shaded picnic tables as their children enjoy the nearby playground. Visitors can fish and use the hiking and cross-country ski trails, making this an enjoyable place to camp and be outdoors in any season. Geography: Wildwood State Park is located near Long Island Sound, on the north shore of Long Island, in Suffolk County. Recreation: Considered a flagship facility, visitors can enjoy the beach, biking, camper recreation programs, fishing, hiking, picnicking, and cross-country skiing. During July and August, movies are shown weekly, and once a week, campers can enjoy an evening of line or square dancing. Facilities: The park has 2 miles of beach on the Long Island sound for fishing and swimming. Each campsite has a picnic table, and dumping stations are nearby. There are 10 cottages, each with a fire ring, screened-in patio, and are available for rent through mid-November. The campground recycles newspaper and cardboard. Other amenities include food concessions, a nature trail, twelve miles of marked hiking trails, a picnic area, basketball courts, ball fields, a playground, and showers. Firewood is for sale at the park; bring your own barbecue or metal fire container.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Lake Farm
    Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Lake Farm
    Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Lake Farm
    Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Lake Farm
    Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Lake Farm

    3. Hidden Lake Farm

    1 Review
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    19 Saves

    ***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!

    *** Each campsite has its own fire-pit and table with chairs. ***

    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 on site or $12 preordered with reservation.

    Farm Fresh eggs daily when available for $4.00 per 1/2 dozen. And there are also blocks of ice $5. Garbage removal is available as well $5 per bag provided.

    **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. *

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    $49 / night

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      4. Gillette Castle State Park

      2 Reviews
      26 Saves

      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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      • Picnic Table
      Camper-submitted photo from Selden Neck State Park Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Selden Neck State Park Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Selden Neck State Park Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Selden Neck State Park Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Selden Neck State Park Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Selden Neck State Park Campground

      5. 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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      • Reservable
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      • Picnic Table
      • Toilets

      $5 / night

      Camper-submitted photo from Onion Mountain Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Onion Mountain Park
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      6. Onion Mountain Park

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      • Dispersed
      Camper-submitted photo from Windmill Hill - White Memorial Campground

      7. Windmill Hill - White Memorial Campground

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      No vehicles larger than a van or pickup are allowed in the campground. Restricted to tent camping only.

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      • Picnic Table

      $25 / night

      Camper-submitted photo from Ward Pound Ridge Reservation
      Camper-submitted photo from Ward Pound Ridge Reservation
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      8. Ward Pound Ridge Reservation

      9 Reviews
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      169 Saves

      The 4,315-acre park makes Ward Pound Ridge Reservation the county’s largest park. With its varied terrain and landscapes and miles of wooded trails, the park provides a variety of activities in all seasons. There are areas for picnicking, lean-to camping, fishing and cross-country skiing.

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      $10 - $20 / night

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      Recent Tent Reviews In Middlefield

      498 Reviews of 17 Middlefield Campgrounds


      • 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.

      • f
        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.

      • AThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Kettletown State Park
        Sep. 10, 2024

        Kettletown State Park

        Great location, but not a good experience

        Camping Review:

        This campsite is beautifully located in the woods, offering a peaceful and serene environment. There are no busy roads nearby, which ensures a quiet setting during the day.

        However, there are several downsides to consider. The camping spots are uneven, making it challenging to set up tents or campers. Additionally, swimming at the nearby beach is restricted to residents of the village, so visitors are not allowed to swim there.

        During our stay, there were multiple large groups, including a Christian group that preached (screamingly) and played loud music until midnight, despite the designated quiet hours. Unfortunately, the management did nothing to enforce the rules, which was disruptive.

        Another significant issue was the state of the sanitary facilities. They were extremely dirty, with feces present in various places. It took a long time before anything was cleaned, which obviously kept us from using the facilities.

        Overall, while the location is beautiful, the poor management, noise issues, and dirty sanitary facilities seriously detract from the experience.

      • Cynthia K.
        Camper-submitted photo from Hammonasset Beach State Park
        Aug. 29, 2024

        Hammonasset Beach State Park

        Connecticut

           I had a hankering for East Coast seafood, so I picked Hammonesett Beach State Park for Connecticut. Our 2nd state of 5.

            Hammonesett Beach has a huge campground. They divide the loops with names. I unfortunately chose Pequot. This loop has THE WORST bathrooms/showers on the South side of the campground. Looks like they were built in 1950s with rotten wood siding. Dirty. The showers were outside the bathroom- there was a bench & hooks OUTSIDE! We found out all the other loops had modern bathhouses.

         My first impression of this campground is it's loud, crazy busy & there's traffic noise from the beach road. I actually liked it! This is a fun campground for families. There were kids on bikes, scooters, skateboards,roller blades. Watch your speed! They don't always watch out for your car.

          I found out most people stay through Sunday & leave on Monday. There were still lots of campers left. Lots of tent campers. 

           I chose site 14 on the Pequot Loop because I thought I would have a view of one of the ponds. There was tall vegetation, so that was out.

         The sites on the other side of the loop were right by the main beach road. Noisy during the day, but quiet at night. 

          There are some sites with shade, but most are sunny. 

           There's no electricity at most of the sites. Our site was full sun(yay for the solar panel!). On Beach Road in the campground there's 2 rows of full hookup sites, but they go FAST! I tried.

        NO PETS! Including dogs.

           No WiFi, but there's cell service. At least 5 dump stations. 

         The beach was popular. 

          There was a stream running from a pond that kids were playing in. 

         They have a beautiful Nature Center. A couple of easy hikes through one of the preserves.

          This was a good base camp for the area. Gillette Castle & other state parks are within driving distance. Connecticut is a beautiful state!!

      • carol T.
        Camper-submitted photo from Waters Edge Family Campground
        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

      • SomadNomad M.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Granville State Forest
        Aug. 17, 2024

        Granville State Forest

        Gotta chance

        Dyrt says $17-$54 went through all the hoops to book one for tonight said $17 per night went to check out expecting a few extra fees, $58.50.....that's over the max advertised....DYRT YOU NEED TO GO THROUGH AND DELETE BAD ENTRIES. YOU ARE A DISSAPOINTMENT.

      • 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.

      • G Y.
        Camper-submitted photo from Lake Waramaug State Park
        Jul. 29, 2024

        Lake Waramaug State Park

        Quiet Rustic Camping

        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. Note that we are a Scout family and my husband and son have camped many days well off the grid with only the gear and food in their backpacks. That skews our point of view. 

        First off, Connecticut’s state campgrounds are not KOA’s. 

        Do not expect top of the line activities that private campgrounds have.

        What it does have are clean, large sites that are partially wooded and not out in the open. 

        The lake is great for kayaking, paddle boarding, canoes and for fishing. Bring your own gear but kayak and canoe rentals are available. The swim area is marginal- best for little ones. 

        This park is remote from all conveniences- pack it in or expect a drive. There have been several times I’ve driven to the Dunkin Donuts miles down the road for coffee but I find using a French press is more convenient. For takeout there’s the White Horse on 202. It’s ranked a top restaurant in the state - the food is good. 

        Never have we had issues with wildlife besides squirrels and ducks. Leave no trace is important - it keeps the unwelcome wildlife out. 

        There have been issues with the bathrooms off and on over the decades. It seems like they’ve finally fixed everything. Our trip of 7/27-28 showed everything was fine.

        The only on-site services are firewood and ice sales. The little food shack is out of business. 

        Yes, cell service is basically non-existent. Our trip this weekend was the first time we received more than 1 bar in 20 years. Actually we were a bit disappointed because this camp ground is a great place to disconnect and relax. Being forced to put away the devices is heaven in my mind. You can drive about 5+ minutes out and get cell service. Regarding rowdiness, of the 20+ times we’ve camped only twice was it a problem. 

        Also, this place is not glamping. The area is rural, so cows do moo at 6am, and kids are up even earlier. If you like to sleep in skip and rent a B&B. 

        Also if you want a better place to swim go to Mt.Tom state park about 10 minutes up the road. It’s a day use only park-no camping- but the lake is gorgeous and there are very few people there.

      • 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.

      • 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

      • 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.

      • Kerry G.
        Camper-submitted photo from Odetah Camping Resort
        Jun. 21, 2024

        Odetah Camping Resort

        “Camp”grounds that discriminates against tent campers

        Odetah Camping Resort called us today 24 hours prior to our arrival- after 4 years of camping there- to cancel our site unless we rented an RV and didn’t use tents. We were allowed to book and had the booking for 4 months. I was on the phone with them while I booked for assistance since it’s a group booking for 16. I called later to book a cabana too. They never once said anything. Then they called 24 hours in advance because our reservation said tent and that’s not allowed. Then they charged us a cancellation fee. Even tho they cancelled ON US. 

        But my favorite part is them saying that the camping industry is moving to no longer allow tents. They think they are*kind* to still allow tents-a handful of sites on a rocky hill that don’t have electricity or water. So those with medical needs cannot use those sites. Those with mobility limitations cannot either. 

        WHAT?! 

        Camping= tents. Change your name if you are going to discriminate. Don’t worry tho, you can put on a tent NEXT TO an rv on the sites. You just cant put only a tent. 

        Their customer service was horrendous. The experience was horrendous. What a shame.

      • Topher L.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Black Rock State Park
        Jun. 14, 2024

        Black Rock State Park

        Great Place to Relax

        The staff greeted with warm welcomes and big smiles. Even when I arrived on a rainy Sunday. Stayed until Friday. And the grounds staff smiled and waved as they went by. The family next to me offered me dinner one night after I spent the whole day working on my RV. Spanish rice chicken the works the plate could barely hold it all. No body bothered me and I was right front and center. Kids riding around on the bikes and lots of laughter from other sites. It was nice. Was able to just relax and do some school work and watch some webinars and get some much needed work done. This was my first of many stops on my countrywide trip. From NJ originally. Spent almost a week here in CT hitting Hartford for the weekend then off to Rhode Island. It was great. No water or electric hookup but I have solar and a generator and they have a wash area for dishes and REALLY HOT showers. Lol I like my showers hot butt my biscuits were burnin lol. They also have a dump station and a place to fill up ur water tank as well. 5 star all the way. Side note...the map online is misleading. I thought site 1 was like away and sorta back by no one...ha noppeeee I was riiiight in the middle where EVERYONE saw me lmao. No tree cover or anything! Lol. All good tho. That was my own fault for not calling and asking lol helped me level up on my social anxiety 😂🫣🤗😅

      • Theresa H.
        Camper-submitted photo from Devils Hopyard State Park
        Jun. 11, 2024

        Devils Hopyard State Park

        Nice for a small campground

        This was our first stay at Devil’s Hopyard campground. We enjoyed our stay and were happy with our site. It was great to hike and see the waterfall.

      • DThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Suffolk County Sears Bellows County Park
        Jun. 2, 2024

        Suffolk County Sears Bellows County Park

        Tick Kingdom

        This is a nice campground - not crowded and centrally located. However, I cannot walk ANYWHERE without picking up ticks. Even on the large sand paths, going to and from the bathroom I find ticks. It’s amazing!

      • M
        Camper-submitted photo from Nickerson Park Family Campground
        May. 30, 2024

        Nickerson Park Family Campground

        Quiet and friendly all around.

        We visited for a our kids' spring break. Not many campgrounds open that early here in CT. The staff were super pleasant and helpful, and were all working hard the entire time we were there to prep that campground for their official "opening weekend". 

        The sites were all clean and seemed well spaced. The kids loved the playground, and they were putting a fresh coat of paint on things while we were there. The river that flows the length of the campground seemed clean and awesome. Staffers and other campers said kids tube down it when it's warmer, then just hop out and walk back through the camp to start over again. 

        Walmart & Aldi's is 10-15 minutes away. Pizza places/breakfast spots in the same area as well. Lots of state land to explore nearby.

      • Ryan A.
        Camper-submitted photo from Devils Hopyard State Park
        May. 21, 2024

        Devils Hopyard State Park

        Good Location for Hiking, Lots of Garbage, Not Recommended

        Camped here on a Friday night in Site 16, yet another campground recommended in“Best Tent Camping: New England.” Overall I was not impressed. The campsites are right next to each other and are marked with posts. The sites are so close that the posts are marked with the site number on both sides which tells me that there has been confusion in the past.

        The sites along the creek mostly have worn paths to walk to it but it’s nothing impressive and I wouldn’t want to eat fish that came out of it. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring, some have the kind where the top flips over and others have the moveable grate that goes up and down. There is a large dumpster in the campground and several porta-potties. The old outhouses have been permanently closed and locked shut. My campsite had a lot of trash in it, old tent stakes, plastic bottle caps, plastic fork, broken glass, etc. Not good.

        Some of the people there were camping in a group and were blasting music. I didn’t see a single park ranger the entire night so I’m not sure how often they police it. Someone in a pickup truck came into the campground, did a u-turn, and sped out at 30 mph which was really annoying and unsafe.

        Across the street from the campground is a trail to Chapman Falls, which will take less than 10 minutes to hike to, but it’s a pretty waterfall despite all the foam and garbage around it.

        This is a pretty basic campground and is nothing special. Out of all the sites I think 22 looked the best, it is more isolated and you can hear the waterfalls from it, which would be relaxing. The downside is that it’s right next to the entrance and road so you’ll get car headlights at night.

        I woke in the morning to a gray sky and hundreds of birds singing– it was my favorite part of the trip. I delayed getting up to enjoy the moment. I also didn’t see any ticks but I’m sure there are plenty based on other reviews.

        I’ve always thought that if states were condiments Connecticut would be mayonnaise– relatively unremarkable and bland. This campground fits that description perfectly.

      • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
        Camper-submitted photo from Freedom Farm Homestead
        Apr. 9, 2024

        Freedom Farm Homestead

        New to the Dyrt!

        Jake from the Dyrt here! We're excited to have this campground on the Dyrt and ready for you to book, check them out and make sure to leave a review!

      • Jason S.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Selden Neck State Park Campground
        Mar. 28, 2024

        Selden Neck State Park Campground

        Gorgeous riverside tent camping

        Selden Neck State Park is an island in the Connecticut River with no roads or development other than 4 campsites. You have to kayak or boat in. There's a boat launch across from the island on the west side of the river at Deep River Landing where you can leave your car. (Entering and parking at the boat launch requires a permit Memorial Day to Labor Day.)

        It's about a 20 minute paddle across the river to the island. If it's a nice day, you're going to encounter some wake from passing boats so make sure your gear is in waterproof bags. Once you get to the island, follow the bank north until you spot the sign for your campsite.  

        My 5-year-old and I camped at site 2, Hogback. I haven't visited the other sites, but probably will just book this one again because it was so good. Plenty of flat area to pitch a tent, nice picnic table and fire pit. There's a private outhouse. At low tide, a couple of beaches emerge to play on.

        The sunset view was amazing. There was a little noise at night from boat traffic but it didn't keep us up. In the morning, we were completely socked in with fog which would have been an issue if we had to get back early. But it burned off before long and we headed back.

      • CM M.
        Camper-submitted photo from Wildwood State Park
        Mar. 3, 2024

        Wildwood State Park

        Proceed With Caution

        Perhaps it was the weekend we went but this was an extremely unpleasant trip. The bathroom facilities are wonderful as is the beach but the crowd stayed awake playing music all night very loudly. I think the cabins here are the way to go.

      • c
        Camper-submitted photo from Hammonasset Beach State Park
        Sep. 17, 2023

        Hammonasset Beach State Park

        Wunderschöne Natur

        Der Camping Platz ist in der wunderschönen Natur gelegen. Das Personal ist sehr freundlich und die Camping Plätze sind grosszügig und gut gepflegt. Das Preis Leistungsverhältniss ist ebenfalls sehr gut. Einziger Nachteil: in den Waschräumen brennt die ganze Nacht das Licht und es gibt keine Türen. Damit wird aus den Waschräumen ein zu Hause für Moskitos und Ungeziefer…



      Guide to Middlefield

      Camping near Middlefield, Connecticut, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From family-friendly campgrounds to serene spots for relaxation, there’s something for everyone.

      What to do

      • Explore the beach: Spend a day at the beach! Campers at Hammonasset State Park Campground rave about the beautiful beach nearby. One reviewer mentioned, "The beach was popular," making it a great spot for swimming and sunbathing.
      • Hiking: Take advantage of the nearby trails. A visitor at Kettletown State Park Campground noted, "The shorter hiking trails in the area were really beautiful," perfect for a family adventure.
      • Fishing and kayaking: Enjoy some time on the water. Campers at Wilderness Lake Park appreciated the "warm water" pond and the availability of canoes and kayaks for guests.

      What campers like

      • Friendly staff: Many campers appreciate the helpfulness of the staff. One reviewer at Niantic KOA said, "The staff is very friendly, courteous and knowledgeable of the area."
      • Clean facilities: Clean bathrooms and showers are a big plus. A camper at Bear Creek Campground mentioned, "Restrooms are clean and spacious," which is always a relief when camping.
      • Activities for kids: Families enjoy the activities available at campgrounds. A visitor at Odetah Camping Resort shared, "This place has everything from a pool, splash pad, boats, food, ice cream, lots of activities."

      What you should know

      • Noise levels: Some campgrounds can get noisy, especially on weekends. A camper at Rocky Neck State Park Campground noted, "Overnight noise was an issue. Lots of cars coming and going."
      • Site conditions: Be prepared for varying site conditions. A visitor at Kettletown State Park Campground mentioned, "The camping spots are uneven, making it challenging to set up tents or campers."
      • Limited swimming access: Some parks restrict swimming to residents. A camper at Kettletown State Park Campground pointed out, "Swimming at the nearby beach is restricted to residents of the village."

      Tips for camping with families

      • Plan for activities: Look for campgrounds with plenty of activities for kids. A family at Waters Edge Family Campground enjoyed the "quiet" atmosphere and the "salt water pool," making it a great spot for families.
      • Check for pet policies: If you’re bringing pets, make sure to check the rules. A camper at Hammonasset State Park Campground warned, "NO PETS! Including dogs."
      • Book in advance: Popular campgrounds fill up quickly. A visitor at Rocky Neck State Park Campground advised, "If you are looking for a site it’s best to book far in advance."

      Tips from RVers

      • Site size matters: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Wilderness Lake Park mentioned, "There aren't any real private spots for RVs or trailers."
      • Check for hookups: Not all sites have full hookups. A camper at Bear Creek Campground noted, "None of the sites have sewer, but there is a dump station on the way out."
      • Be prepared for tight spots: Some campgrounds have tight sites. A visitor at Odetah Camping Resort mentioned, "Some of the non-seasonal sites are very tight."

      Camping near Middlefield, Connecticut, has its perks and quirks. With a little planning and the right campground, you can have a fantastic outdoor experience!

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