Camping cabins near North Stonington, Connecticut range from rustic to modern accommodations set amid Connecticut's woodland terrain. Located in New London County where elevations average 300-400 feet, the area features a humid continental climate with warm summers and moderate winters. Most cabin rentals operate seasonally with limited winter availability, though several parks maintain year-round facilities.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Hopeville Pond State Park Campground provides lake access for fishing enthusiasts. "Good for fishing on the pond, catch and release," notes one visitor at Burlingame State Park Campground. The park also offers hiking and biking trails.
Beach activities: Rocky Neck State Park Campground offers both camping and beach access. "You can bike for ever and go to the lake," writes one camper, adding that the "camp store literally has anything you would need." Seasonal swimming is available at most waterfront locations from June through early September.
Water recreation: Kayaking and canoeing options exist at several parks. "We launched our kayaks from the day use area because the campground boat launch was extremely crowded," explains a visitor at Hopeville Pond State Park Campground, who paddled "south to the end of the pond and up the Pachaug River, eventually reaching the dam at Pachaug Pond."
What campers like
Varied cabin options: Some campers prefer the basic cabin experience. "Very affordable (around $14 per night). We stayed near the camp store and playground," writes one Hopeville visitor, who plans to "try a cabin next time."
Camp store conveniences: Whispering Pines Campground provides a "cute little store with fun things for the kids, and good humor bars, which we loved since the snack bar was only open on weekends." Most stores stock emergency supplies, snacks, and camping essentials.
Seasonal activities: Weekend programming varies by location. "The grounds were beautiful to walk on with water nearby and little places to explore. The beverage truck was also one of our favorite things," reports a visitor at Mystic KOA, who appreciated the campground's management of COVID regulations while still allowing use of "the pool, facilities and the store."
What you should know
Bathroom facilities: Quality varies significantly between parks. "Very large and clean indoor bathhouse with free showers," reports a Hopeville Pond camper, while noting that "other sections have vault toilets." Some visitors find facilities inadequate during peak times.
Site privacy: Cabin layouts determine how much separation exists between units. "The cabins in the S section are off to themselves and have lots more space," notes one Mystic KOA visitor. At Strawberry Park, campers mention that "camp spaces are tight" despite numerous activities for families.
Reservation requirements: Most locations require advance booking, especially for holiday weekends. "Do not come on a holiday weekend, it's packed," cautions one Burlingame visitor. Reservations typically open 6-9 months in advance for peak summer dates.
Tips for camping with families
Children's activities: Multiple campgrounds offer organized recreation. "Lots to do with kids including fishing, game room, and hiking," reports a Hopeville visitor. At Nature's Campsites, there's a "pool and playground for the kids but not much else going on."
Beach considerations: Families should prepare for varying beach conditions. "SAND EVERYWHERE!" warns a Burlingame visitor, recommending that campers "set up your tent in preparedness for rain" and noting that "bathrooms are usually always busy, and are pretty dirty from people coming back from the beach."
Playground access: Several parks feature playground equipment. "Great family campground. Lots to do and it is massive!" writes a Burlingame visitor. Another camper at Sunfox Campground mentions the "beautiful pool, playground and a large jumping pillow like a huge trampoline you can't fall off of."
Tips from RVers
Pad surfaces: Site conditions affect setup and comfort. At Hidden Acres Campground, the camping areas "still gives you that roughing it camping feel" while providing necessary hookups for RVs. One Burlingame visitor notes "some level some not, some dirt sites, some grassy."
Site selection: Location within a campground impacts experience. "If you want a good visit do not stay down by the lake!!!" advises a Burlingame visitor. Another camper reports "hundreds of sites, some with a ton of shade, some out in the open, excellent for bikes."
Hookup availability: Electric and water connections vary by location and site. "Sites in loops A-E tend to back up to one another and are wooded, but not a lot of low brush providing privacy," reports one Hopeville Pond visitor, noting that "a few of the E loop sites are right on the water."
