Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Mystic, CT

Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Mystic, CT is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. Mystic is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Mystic camping trip.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Mystic, Connecticut (103)

    1. Burlingame State Park Campground

    50 Reviews
    Charlestown, RI
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (401) 322-8910

    $18 / night

    "Good for pets, there are two dumping spots each with two dumps,I would definitely go back."

    "The location is fantastic, but with this many sites (so, with this many people), there are bound to be pros and cons."

    2. Mystic KOA

    24 Reviews
    North Stonington, CT
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 599-5101

    "We stayed at Mystic KOA in North Stonington, Connecticut, to be tourists in Mystic. Spoiler alert… we had a great stay! "

    "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"

    3. Crocker's Boatyard

    12 Reviews
    New London, CT
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 443-6304

    $50 - $75 / night

    "Which was walking distance from the boat yard.

    Had a bite to eat at the Blue Duck, it was fine. Saw the show and walk back to the boat yard."

    "Easy access to the boatyard at night; pulled in, picked a spot and all good.

    Enjoyed the pool.

    Walked to Fort Trumbull.

    Recommend Crockers."

    4. Rocky Neck State Park Campground

    23 Reviews
    South Lyme, CT
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 739-1339

    "The beach is about a 1 mile walk or drive from the campground.  The walk is lovely and I have seen deer, turkeys, many birds, skunks, raccoons, and other wildlife along the way."

    "Located right off I95 ( which you can hear at times), the park is convenient to all the major interstates and state roads."

    5. Strawberry Park

    13 Reviews
    Griswold, CT
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 886-1944

    $60 - $120 / night

    "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"

    "It was a bit too cold outside but the pools and hot tubs looked nice. Splash pad was clean and used by kids. Lots of roads to bike on and walk dogs. Live band on Saturday night was nice."

    6. Sun Outdoors Mystic

    6 Reviews
    Mystic, CT
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (877) 817-5696

    "This park is in a great location for exploring Mystic. You are close to downtown, the aquarium, Mystic Seaport and other attractions."

    "Seaport RV is a great, spacious campground with many amenities and a location close to Mystic."

    7. Niantic KOA

    13 Reviews
    South Lyme, CT
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 739-9308

    "His place in Niantic Connecticut very close to downtown and the beach which they have a shuttle for. The staff is very friendly, courteous and knowledgeable of the area."

    "Close to level parking pad, with table and very nice brick firepit. Sites not too close together. I had woods behind me. I would definitely camp here again."

    8. Odetah Camping Resort

    13 Reviews
    Bozrah, CT
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 889-4144

    "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."

    9. Fishermens Memorial State Park Campground

    30 Reviews
    Narragansett Pier, RI
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (401) 789-8374

    $18 - $28 / night

    "Layout is amazing, mostly pull through and pet friendly. Definitely a summer destination next year."

    "I booked this campsite by happenstance- ordinarily I’m very particular about where we park because we really like our privacy (our dog doesn’t like other dogs which can make camping difficult)."

    10. Hopeville Pond State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    Griswold, CT
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 376-2920

    $17 - $50 / night

    "General: There are three sections to this campground: five canoe sites; 16 sites including one cabin behind the ranger station and what I would assume is the main section with 61 sites."

    "Hopeville Pond is a moderate sized state park campground located along a river and offering fishing, boating, and swimming opportunities."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Mystic, CT

610 Reviews of 103 Mystic Campgrounds


  • Matt S.The Dyrt PRO User
    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.

  • Beth R.
    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

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 7, 2021

    Riverdale Farm Campsites

    Great camping near Mystic off I-95

    This 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.

  • A
    Oct. 16, 2021

    Newport RV Park

    Clean sites and easy hiking trails

    The campground is close to relatively easy hiking trails and Portsmouth Dog Park. Clean site areas, but many are on a slight slop so leveling blocks are needed. We Took one of the nearby Trails get to the Portsmouth Publick House restaurant, which is dog friendly, for lunch. The waterfall along the blue trail is picture worthy.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 22, 2020

    Waters Edge Family Campground

    Incredible campground

    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! 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.

  • I
    Oct. 26, 2020

    Newport RV Park

    Best dog park

    We got a great pull through full hookup with a 5 minute walk to a huge dog park. There are also a bunch of beautiful trails right from the park

  • Steve T.
    Aug. 3, 2020

    Fort Getty Campground

    Tent campers

    Perfect location for a summer / beach camp. Mostly for RVs but tent site #6 was great. Views of the ocean to wake up too and tucked away from main area.

    Worst part is you can’t bring your car on the site. Do not understand this, especially since it was over 95° and we have dogs that need AC, one if which is 14. We did sneak the car up by asking an RV camper to use his land because they block off the entrance with giant tree trunks.

    More good stuff, the private pet friendly beaches were great! Small but perfect to relax. No problems with the pets at all and old but clean bathrooms.

  • K
    Jun. 25, 2020

    Wilderness Lake Park

    Really enjoyed our time here

    Quaint 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.

  • Rose P.
    Jul. 21, 2025

    Ashaway RV Resort

    Rude Staff

    Standard 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.


Guide to Mystic

If you're looking for a pet-friendly camping experience near Mystic, Connecticut, there are several great options that welcome your furry friends. These campgrounds offer a variety of amenities and activities to ensure both you and your pets have a fantastic time.

Tips for camping with dogs near Mystic

  • At Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground, pets are allowed, making it a great spot for families traveling with dogs. Just be sure to keep them leashed and clean up after them.
  • Wawaloam Campground features spacious sites and a friendly atmosphere, perfect for letting your dog roam a bit while you relax.
  • Aces High RV Park offers plenty of walking areas for your pets, ensuring they get their exercise while you enjoy the beautiful surroundings.

Pet owners like the amenities offered

  • Mystic KOA provides electric hookups and a well-maintained environment, making it easy to camp comfortably with your pet.
  • At Odetah Camping Resort, you’ll find clean facilities and a welcoming atmosphere for pets, along with activities for the whole family.
  • Strawberry Park features large campsites and amenities that cater to both pets and their owners, ensuring a pleasant stay.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Mystic

Frequently Asked Questions

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Mystic, CT is Burlingame State Park Campground with a 4-star rating from 50 reviews.

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