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    Connecticut's northwestern region surrounding New Milford contains several established campgrounds suitable for both tent and RV camping. The area features Lake Waramaug State Park Campground with waterfront sites, Black Rock State Park with developed camping areas, and Kettletown State Park offering tent, RV, and cabin options. Located along the western edge of the state, these mixed-use campgrounds provide access to Connecticut's rural landscapes, lakes, and woodland areas, typically within 30 minutes of New Milford proper.

    Most campgrounds in this region operate seasonally, with limited availability outside the peak summer season. Lake Waramaug, Macedonia Brook, and Kettletown State Parks typically open from late May through early September. "Sites are HUGE. Bathrooms, water, showers are close by. You will almost always have a view of the water," noted one Lake Waramaug visitor, though they also mentioned limited activities beyond swimming and biking. Advance reservations are strongly recommended during summer weekends when facilities reach capacity. Cell service varies throughout the region, with better coverage near town centers and limited connectivity in more remote campgrounds.

    Campers report varying experiences with site privacy and amenities across the region's campgrounds. At Kettletown State Park, a visitor observed that "the sites were super close together and the boundary lines were unclear," indicating potential crowding during peak periods. Macedonia Brook State Park receives higher ratings for its more secluded camping experience, with one camper describing it as "perfect for teaching scouts of all ages how to take and prepare for the wilderness survival badges." Several campgrounds feature access to water recreation, including swimming and fishing opportunities at Lake Waramaug and boating at Point Folly Campground. While most state park campgrounds offer basic amenities like picnic tables, fire rings, and restroom facilities, few provide electrical hookups or full-service RV sites.

    Best Campgrounds near New Milford (113)

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      1. Lake Waramaug State Park Campground

      3.1(9)9mi from New Milford73 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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."

      "One of my favorite so far , went with family , to comply w covid and social distancing, the camp only rent your site and no one on your left or right or across ! Amazing !"

      from $17 - $50 / night

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      2. Cozy Hills Campground

      4.4(9)12mi from New MilfordRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "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."

      "We stayed near the water. Clean private bathrooms were a plus. Clean pool but only 3 feet deep."

      from $72 - $122 / night

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      3. Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground

      4.2(34)23mi from New Milford66 sitesRVs, Tents

      "When you are camping with a large group of friends and don't all have access to a car, this is the perfect spot."

      "We were right next to the entrance for hiking trails which was convenient. The facilities are a bit of a walk, but that means it is spread out and there's plenty of room to relax and have fun."

      from $21 / night

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      4. Kettletown State Park Campground

      4.3(12)15mi from New Milford53 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "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. "

      "I love kettletown, it’s a favorite that is very close to home. It’s a small camp ground and it’s absolutely beautiful."

      from $17 - $50 / night

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      5. Macedonia Brook State Park Campground

      4.6(7)14mi from New Milford50 sitesRVs, Tents

      "teaching scouts of all ages how to take and prepare for the wilderness survival badges place is clean it has running water has a porta potty and festival you don't have to worry because the state of Connecticut"

      "Our camp spot was right above the river the flows behind this spot. You can go sit down by the water. But be careful!"

      from $14 / night

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      6. Freedom Farm Homestead

      5.0(1)3mi from New MilfordRVs, Tents

      from $50 - $70 / night

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      7. Steep Rock Association

      5.0(1)5mi from New MilfordRVs

      "Each one is far away from the others."

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      8. Black Rock State Park Campground

      4.0(8)16mi from New Milford68 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Beautiful state park, very clean .. fishing, lake swimming, hiking trails. Bathrooms, free showers .. stores within a 5 minute drive. Most of the camp ground site are not secluded .."

      "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."

      from $17 - $50 / night

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      9. Ten Mile River Shelter — Appalachian National Scenic Trail

      4.0(1)8mi from New MilfordTents

      "While there are no rules about who can camp there, during thru-hiking season, consideration should be made for folks who rely on places like this during a long distance hike."

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      10. Point Folly Campground

      4.5(2)13mi from New MilfordRVs, Tents

      "The campground is right on Bantam Lake which is great for boaters/kayakers  fisherman and families.  I have found the east side of the lake to be much more windy than the west side of the lake.   "

      "Beautiful lake for swimming, kayaking or fishing. Small little island"

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    • Nancy W.The Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 28, 2026

      Lake Compounce Campground

      Amusement Park Camping

      This campground is associated with a large amusement park. We were there in the fall when the amusement park was closed so the campground was not very busy but image it would have a very crowded feel if you were there during the summer. The RV sites are buddy sites which is never our favorite set-up (unless we are traveling with friends). Luckily, there was no one in the site next to us during our stay. The campground is big rig-friendly with roads and sites wide and long enough to accommodate any size RV; however, the road and roundabout you encounter when entering the campground is tight. There was very little traffic when we entered so navigating the entrance booth and roundabout was doable. The RV slots you pull into to check in at registration are far too short to accommodate large RVs with their tow vehicles and we ended up taking up four spaces. The tent sites are set away from the cabins and RV sites. Some are nicely tucked up against the tree line while others are in a grassy area and others are sandy nestled under some scrubby pine trees. One of the problems with the location of the tent sites is that they are far away from the bathrooms. Garbage cans are scattered throughout the campground so you don’t have to walk very far to dump your trash. There is no sewer but the electric (50-amp) worked well. There is cable but the channels were not HD so we switched to our over-the-air antenna and got great HD reception with about 60 channels. There is wifi but we could not get it at our site so we just used our Verizon hotspot (which had great reception). The water pressure is very high so we dialed our regulator back to around 45.  Roads and sites are gravel. All the sites are level and have a picnic table and fire pit.  We noticed that some of the fire pits needed to be cleaned out because rude campers littered them with water bottles, cans, and other garbage in the fire pits. One of the downsides is the noise from local recycling/transfer station. There is a dump station set to the side as you enter/exit. It was a little tight for us getting our 45’ RV in there but it was doable. There is only one sewer dump so we can image that it can be pretty backed up on Sundays when everybody checks out.

    • Kai F.
      Oct. 27, 2026

      White Pines Campsites

      Did Some Fishing

      After a busy few weeks, this was exactly the break we needed. The kids went swimming, we did some fishing, and everyone came home tired in a good way lol.

    • T
      Oct. 23, 2026

      White Pines Campsites

      Bunch Of Extra Trips

      White Pines made a really good home base for our trip. We spent most of the days checking out different spots around northwest Connecticut and came back here in the evenings. Made dinner outside, had a fire, and just relaxed. The campground itself had everything we needed without having to make a bunch of extra trips into town.

    • H
      Oct. 21, 2026

      White Pines Campsites

      Some Actual Downtime

      We brought our camper up for the weekend and the kids immediately wanted to go to the pool.😂 They also loved the fishing pond and exploring around the campground. There was plenty to keep them busy while we got some actual downtime.

    • J
      Oct. 20, 2026

      GrandView CampResort & Cottages

      Friendly staff and very clean facilities. They have sites with sewage hookups along with water and electric. Sites are small and very close together. I liked how many dog waste receptacles were available all over the property.

    • E
      Oct. 17, 2026

      White Pines Campsites

      Rest Of The Day

      One thing I really liked was having wifi when we needed it. Nice to be able to check in on work and then put the phone away and enjoy the rest of the day.

    • D
      Oct. 15, 2026

      White Pines Campsites

      Perfect Camping Day

      Nice campground with a good mix of activities. We went fishing one morning, spent the afternoon at the pool and had a fire that night. Pretty much a perfect camping day.

    • WThe Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 15, 2026

      Mills Norrie State Park Campground

      Car camped

      Made a reservation (site44) since I arrived as the sun had set. Office registration was open until 8. Staff was neither friendly nor unfriendly. Bathroom was dated but fine and a short walk from my site. CG was emptier being a Tuesday night in mid-October, so was plenty of space.

      Great trail following the Hudson River. Beautiful fall colors.

    • N
      Oct. 14, 2026

      White Pines Campsites

      Cook And Hang Out

      We stayed in a cabin and it worked out perfectly for us. Spent the days exploring the area and came back in the evening to cook and hang out. Would definetly do it again.

    Guide to New Milford

    The northwestern Connecticut region offers camping spots near New Milford, Connecticut with elevations ranging from 200 to 1,000 feet above sea level. Most campgrounds in this area sit along streams or near lakes, with rocky woodland terrain typical of the Litchfield Hills. Summer temperatures average 75-85°F during daytime hours with nighttime lows around 55-65°F, making sleeping conditions comfortable even during peak season.

    What to do

    Hiking and climbing trails: Macedonia Brook State Park Campground offers a challenging 6.5-mile loop trail with several steep sections providing views into New York State. "The loop hike over the mountains was good, at times more intermediate than beginner and I wouldn't try to go it with younger kids. We did the east side one afternoon and the west the next," notes one visitor to Macedonia Brook State Park Campground.

    Paddling opportunities: Bantam Lake at Point Folly Campground provides 947 acres of water surface for boating activities. A camper mentioned that "Point Folly is a small, quiet campground that has water, pit toilets and I think a dumping station. The campground is right on Bantam Lake which is great for boaters/kayakers fisherman and families. I have found the east side of the lake to be much more windy than the west side."

    Fishing access: The numerous water bodies around New Milford provide multiple fishing opportunities. At Cozy Hills Campground, "Kids caught about 20 fish" during a two-night stay according to one reviewer. Another notes that the campground has "Fishing on site" along with "Crafts And events."

    What campers like

    Quiet weekday camping: Several campgrounds in the area are notably less crowded midweek. At Lake Waramaug State Park Campground, a visitor noted, "If you go during the week the place is a ghost town," making it ideal for those seeking solitude. They also appreciated that "You can get a VERY large site that easily fits 3 tents."

    Family-friendly activities: Kettletown State Park Campground offers programs for children during summer months. "The place is perfect for young 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," reports one camper who has visited for ten years.

    Clean facilities: Black Rock State Park receives high marks for maintenance. A visitor to Black Rock State Park Campground reported, "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." They also appreciated the "REALLY HOT showers."

    What you should know

    Wildlife encounters: Various wildlife frequent these campgrounds. At Kettletown State Park Campground, campers should "be sure put foods in the car" as "raccoons and skunk, they love to find food." Lake Waramaug also has resident skunks and squirrels "that will get into EVERYTHING even in a bin."

    Cell service limitations: Most campgrounds in the region have limited connectivity. Macedonia Brook State Park has "No cell service" according to a recent visitor. Even at Lake Waramaug, a long-time camper noted that their recent trip "was the first time we received more than 1 bar in 20 years."

    Bathroom variations: Facilities vary widely between campgrounds. A visitor to Fahnestock State Park found "Bathrooms and dishwashing... UGH. So old and dirty!!!" while Black Rock received praise for their facilities: "they have a wash area for dishes and REALLY HOT showers."

    Tips for camping with families

    Swimming options: Some lakes in the area have swimming restrictions or limited beach areas. At Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground, "the beach is closed after Labor Day to the public, but open to people staying at the campsite. Clean and beautiful." Lake Waramaug has a "swimming area is an absolute joke, unless you are 18 months old, and then its probably perfect. (Extremely small, extremely shallow, and some sand to dig in.)"

    Site selection: Campground layouts vary significantly throughout the region. At Cozy Hills Campground, "Most sites were not wooded and provided no buffer from one to the next," making it "more like staying in a summer cottage colony." A visitor recommends checking sites before booking as "each site varied quite a bit from the other."

    Alternative swimming locations: When campground swimming areas are inadequate, look for nearby options. A Lake Waramaug camper advises: "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."

    Tips from RVers

    Water and power access: RV hookups are limited at most state parks in the region. At Freedom Farm Homestead, electric hookups and water are available, although not all sites may be equipped. Black Rock State Park notes "No water or electric hookup but I have solar and a generator and they have a wash area for dishes and REALLY HOT showers."

    Road conditions: Access roads and campground layouts can challenge larger rigs. Gentiles Campground reports "roads were narrow and steep and hard to maneuver bigger trailers and rigs." At Lake Waramaug, "Every campsite has deep drainage ditches, likely roots, and stumps as well," which can complicate leveling and positioning.

    Dump station availability: Not all campgrounds offer dump stations, so plan accordingly. Black Rock State Park provides "a dump station and a place to fill up ur water tank as well," which makes it suitable for extended stays. Similar facilities exist at Kettletown and Lake Waramaug for those needing to empty tanks before departure.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Where are the best camping sites near New Milford, CT?

    New Milford offers excellent camping options within a short drive. Macedonia Brook State Park Campground is a standout choice with clean facilities, running water, and beautiful terrain that's perfect for hiking and wilderness activities. Another excellent option is Kettletown State Park Campground, which offers river access and beautiful hiking trails. For those willing to drive a bit further, Lone Oak Camp Sites provides family-friendly amenities with plenty of activities for children, while Black Rock State Park Campground offers diverse access options including boat-in camping. Most campgrounds in the area require reservations, especially during peak summer months, so booking in advance is recommended.

    What RV rental options are available in New Milford, Connecticut?

    While New Milford itself has limited RV rental businesses, several options exist in the surrounding area. RV enthusiasts can find rental companies in nearby larger towns and cities that offer delivery services to campgrounds. For RV-friendly camping, Lone Oak Camp Sites accommodates RVs and provides excellent amenities for families, with activities for children and access to hiking trails. White Pines Campsites is another RV-friendly option with full hookups. Online rental platforms like RVshare and Outdoorsy also connect travelers with local RV owners who rent their vehicles. For the best experience, reserve your RV at least 2-3 months in advance during peak season (May-September).

    Where can I find tent rentals for events in New Milford, CT?

    For event tent rentals in New Milford, several local party supply companies and event rental businesses serve the area. While not specifically camping-related, these businesses offer various tent sizes for outdoor gatherings, weddings, and corporate events. For camping-specific rentals, check with Hammonasset State Park Campground, as they have a well-stocked camp store that might offer rental equipment. Croton Point Park occasionally partners with outfitters for equipment rentals. Additionally, outdoor retailers like REI in nearby cities offer tent rentals for recreational use. For large events, contacting Taylor Rental, Grand Rental Station, or local event planning companies will provide options for tent sizes, pricing, and availability.

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