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Kettletown State Park Campground provides RV-friendly sites with electric, sewer and water hookups from May through early September. Sites can accommodate larger rigs, though the campground lacks designated big-rig spaces. Most pads are natural surfaces rather than paved pads, offering both 30-amp and 50-amp electrical connections. "Sites are close together so recommend reserving two for more space," noted a camper who appreciated the well-maintained grounds. Lake Compounce Campground in Bristol offers additional RV options with water and electric hookups, sanitary dump stations, and sites large enough for big rigs, operating seasonally from May through October.
Several campgrounds in the region require advance booking, particularly during peak autumn foliage periods when availability becomes limited. Most RV parks maintain clean shower facilities and restrooms, though older bathhouses at state parks may need updating according to visitor feedback. Access to dump stations varies seasonally, with some facilities closing during winter months. Most campgrounds welcome pets with standard leash requirements. Cell service fluctuates throughout the area, with stronger connections at privately-owned RV parks closer to major roads. For extended stays, Totoket Valley RV Park offers full hookups including water, electric and sewer connections, making it suitable for longer visits to the area.
"Small campground with good electrical, clean water, sewer and a friendly owner. Each site has grass and a picnic table."
"I was in the area and needed a location to hook up. Temperature at 7:00 p.m. was 85 in July which is expected. They're able to get me in for the night. Quick and easy."
from $55 / night
Check Availability"Camper van off the grid. Large site with privacy, but not many campers early season New bath house with multiple shower rooms. Wonderful hiking trails. Pond for fishing & swimming."
"This is a really interesting campground that's situated on a hill overlooking Rudd Pond in Taconic State Park. "
from $21 - $24 / night
Check Availability"It’s close to NYC and has secluded, wooded sites nestled amongst big boulders. I have camped here in all seasons including early winter when all other places were closed."
"With Covid/social distancing requirements, many sites are closed so it’s extra quiet and spread out. I stayed at site 6 with my seven year-old daughter from Tue-Thur."
from $21 / night
Check Availability"Friendly staff"
"We love this State Park because it's close to our home for a quick getaway. This time we tried one of the sites on the water, and I probably wouldn't choose the same site again. "
from $17 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Very well maintained and friendly staff will stay again when in the area. Does not have sewer hookups, but does have a dump station."
"This was our first trip in our new to us travel trailer😃. Campground was awesome! Friendly staff and really clean bathrooms and shower area"
"Sites are pretty close together and the campground is close to a fairly busy road. The pool and laundry areas were clean and seemed newer."
"The campground was clean and quiet. RV hook-ups, tent platforms, and rustic tent sites were available."
"The grounds are just steps away from Welch Lake, offering a lifeguard monitored sandy beach which is open during the summer season for swimming, fishing, and small boat craft further out."
from $17 - $20 / night
Check Availability"Quiet CG near Waterbury CT. Close to major stores for resupply. CG has lots of friendly seasonal campers and lots of other sites."
"Was here for Three months and it was during the winter and didn’t have any problems great people sell propane on site , and will answer an questions you have  "
from $55 - $150 / night
Check Availability"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."
"It is a small family/dog friendly campground. Large clean pool my kids loved swimming in. Staff is super nice. Small arcade"
from $50 - $62 / night
Check Availability"This must be one of the most breathtaking camp grounds (family friendly) right on the Hudson. Tent sites are very private with some dirt roads to exit out but thats what make it unique experience!"
"Peaceful and gorgeous campsite, with plenty of space between sites. Great view of the Hudson, and playground within sight of our camper."
from $30 - $60 / night
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TravelerWe have a 42 ft 5th wheel toy hauler. A few Big Rig spots are available, but this is a Suffock Co Campground that is not well maintained. 2 miles of the Road have many areas of missing blacktop making a very rough ride with low branches. The dump station is basically not accessible to a big rig. Most of the longer sites were very difficult to level.
GuideWonderful 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!
ScoutThis is a nice family friendly campground that makes for easy trips. There are a variety of sites available, from open field sites to more wooded and private areas. The campground also has a lake for swimming,trails for hiking, and some nice quiet areas for fishing. Well maintained bathrooms, with available showers, are also spread throughout the grounds. Not pet friendly unfortunately.
LegendPelton Pond - Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground: (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer). I rate based on desire for at least a moderate wilderness type experience w at least some camp site privacy. Overall Rating: Some spots: 4 , Some grouped spots: 2 Price 2023: $23 Usage during visit: Light Site Privacy: Some sites good. Some very poor. Site Spacing: Some sites good. Some very poor. Site surface: Grass/dirt/mud Reservations: Required Campground Noise: Quiet at our spot. Road Noise: Pretty load at our spot Through Traffic in campground: None Electric Hookup: No Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: No Potable Water Available: Yes. At bathrooms and hand pumps Generators: Allowed Bathroom: Very old and very clean. Flush toilets. Heated. Showers: Very old and very clean. Heated Pull Throughs: Some Cell Service (AT&T): 3to 4 bars Setting: Spread out through a deciduous forest Weather: 50s high Bugs: None Solar: Food in some sites. Host: Did not see a host Rig size: 40’ max. Careful which site you choose. Sites: Pictures are of some of the more private sites which can have a trailer. Some sites are grouped in open areas. These lack privacy.
ScoutThis place is off Route 9 in Connecticut on the east side of the Connecticut River (major RT 9 highway is on west side). You need to cross the river via bridge to Goodspeed Opera house and past to get to the RV campground. Nearby attractions are Gillette Castle and Goodspeed Opera. The campground itself is realy nice. Cable TV at most sites. Only electric 30 or 50A, and water; but there are a few dumpstations around in the camp. Very peaceful. There are activities on Friday and Saturday (like Bingo). Great store with extended hours. The camp staff will help you with anything. 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.
TravelerOverall a superb spot to either stay put and enjoy the camp, park and beach or to use as a base to explore the region. Huge campground, yet peaceful. Online map would make it seem spaces are tight but it is a very big area and so ample room to stretch out your space. Not a lot of privacy as most spaces are out in the open or light tree area but it is not an invasive feeling situation. Very popular for CT families with biking, walking and the beautiful beach right here. Lots of grass, level sites. A few sites have electric but not many and this seems to be the big rig area. Most people are tent or small camper setups. Bathrooms clean, hot water reasonable temp. Dish washing stations at each restroom. Movies at night (kids). The state park is really pretty and well maintained. The area towns are very pretty and remarkably quiet in general (not many tourist traps) and its easy to access various shoreline parks, drives, viewpoints. I'd avoid the spots very nearest the park road as it does get a lot of day visitors to the park/beach. I'm here late August and schools go back this week so midweek the campground is less than half full but I believe it will fill for the weekend.
ScoutNice campground. Facilities are in good shape, friendly staff. Sites are very close to one another. Level pull through site. Quit in the evening!
RangerHammonasset Beach State Park Campground is huge, family-friendly, and has direct beach access from the campground. There is no lifeguard on duty at the campground beach but lifeguards patrol the beach a mile or so north within the park. Smaller (car-top) boats can be launched from this area as well.
The campsites do NOT include a fire pit (or grill). You must bring your own or there are fire tub rentals available at the campground store.
The park includes a Nature Center complete with exhibits and activities, and hiking trails. Bald eagles can be seen on the nature reserve.
Expect long lines at the state park entrance fee station on the weekend if the weather is nice.
LegendThis is a really nice family campground just a mile or so off I-95 in Clinton, CT. It is about 20 miles from Mystic and the historic seaport center. Most of the roads are paved, the sites are large and level, there are full hookups, and a dump station. There are a lot of seasonal residents, but still plenty of open sites for travelers. There is a playground, game room, “adult ” lounge, a laundry, a swimming pond, and river access for fishing and swimming. Internet is an extra fee! ($6/day) The road into the campground is narrow and winding, so larger RV mss as y have trouble, but there were several of them there when we were there. There is a security gate at the entrance.
Several campgrounds near Monroe, Connecticut operate seasonally, with most open from late May through early September. The region sits in Connecticut's western hills, experiencing mild summers with average temperatures of 70-85°F and moderate humidity. Tent campers and RVers can find options throughout Litchfield County, with varying levels of privacy and amenities.
Fishing opportunities: Rudd Pond at Taconic State Park offers excellent bass fishing. "The sites were a little close together, but being able to fish and catching 2 decent-sized largemouth bass made everything all ok!! There is plenty of fishing access from shore and you can rent a boat for the whole day to fish on the water," noted a camper at Rudd Pond Area — Taconic State Park.
Nearby waterfall exploration: Several campgrounds provide access to regional waterfalls within a short drive. "There is a lot of hiking in the area- def check out Bash Bish Falls!" recommended a Taconic State Park visitor. At Black Rock State Park Campground, visitors can "Check out Leather Man Cave, Whitestone Cliffs, Tory's Den, and Buttermilk Falls nearby."
Lake swimming: Many campgrounds feature swimming areas, though availability varies by season. "Clean and beautiful. Great hikes. The beach is closed after Labor Day to the public, but open to people staying at the campsite," reports a Black Rock State Park visitor. At Beaver Pond, campers appreciate the "lifeguard monitored sandy beach which is open during the summer season for swimming, fishing, and small boat craft further out."
Privacy options: Site placement varies significantly between campgrounds, with some offering more seclusion than others. At Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground, "Almost all of the sites offered privacy.... Even when the campground was full. I do feel the campground bathhouse really needed more attention." Another camper noted, "This is one of my favorite campsites I have been to but only because after several visits we have finally found our favorite site."
Accessibility from urban areas: Many campgrounds provide an escape from city life without requiring long drives. At Beaver Pond Campground, campers appreciate it being "a stones throw from NYC this beautiful area combines Lake Welch and Harriman State Park." Another visitor mentioned it's "great location and quick to get to from NYC. 45 minute drive and location has a lot of amenities."
Bath facilities: Clean bathroom facilities rank high on camper priority lists. Lake Compounce Campground visitors noted "Restrooms are clean and spacious. Showers are great. Whoever planned this campground is/was a camper." Another camper reported, "Friendly staff and really clean bathrooms and shower area."
Site differences and reservations: Campground layouts vary significantly across the region. At Lake Compounce Campground, "You will face your neighbor door to door but enough room between you don't feel invaded." Consider carefully when booking: "All sites were so different. There was a storm the night before our arrival date, all campers were evacuated and they did a fantastic job clearing all the debris and downed trees before our arrival."
Weekday versus weekend experiences: Expect different atmospheres depending on timing. "Busy Campground on Weekends! This park has a nice open beach on Canopus Lake with a concession area and bathhouse, which we found to be quite clean! Weekends - this park is FULL! Make sure to reserve at least two weeks out. Weekdays? You should be in luck!"
Wildlife awareness: Several campgrounds report wildlife encounters. "Welcome to Bear Mountain" grumbles the park ranger as he sits in complete darkness! He offers us a highlighted map to our site, wishes us a good stay, and gives us the run down on bear activity in the area. I mean, we are in Bear Mountain, what do you expect?!?" Remember that "The wildlife do roam around your campsite so be mindful of putting food and garbage away before sleeping."
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature dedicated play areas. Lake Compounce Campground has "a small playground, activities, tennis court, basketball. Not to mention its next to the amusement park." Black Rock State Park offers a "beautiful state park, very clean... fishing, lake swimming, hiking trails."
Kid-friendly terrain: Look for campgrounds with open spaces for children to play. At Kettletown State Park Campground, "The reason why I said that place is perfect kids? It has a huge land of campsite that the kids can run around until their energy out for the night! Plus you would see awesome stars during the nighttime!"
Off-season benefits: Consider camping outside peak summer months. "The beach is closed after Labor Day to the public, but open to people staying at the campsite." Many families report better experiences with fewer crowds during weekdays or shoulder seasons, allowing more space for children to explore.
RV site selection: For motorhomes and travel trailers near Monroe, Connecticut, site choice matters. "Sites were large enough for RV. NO privacy, but tent sites were ok. Few showers for number of campsites, but very clean." Many campgrounds offer both pull-through and back-in options, with varying degrees of privacy.
Dump station access: Understand waste management options before arrival. "Does not have sewer hookups, but does have a dump station," notes a Lake Compounce visitor. Similarly, a Kettletown State Park camper reported facilities include "a dump station and a place to fill up ur water tank as well."
Site levelness: RV campers should research terrain before booking. Branch Brook Campground provides "Spaces were decent sized. We were in site 16 and it was on the creek which was a decent view and gave us plenty of space to sit outside and for our dog to have space to roam." However, at Gentiles Campground, "roads were narrow and steep and hard to maneuver bigger trailers and rigs."
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