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Waters Edge Family Campground and Salem Farms Campground welcome pets at their sites with specific rules for responsible ownership. Both campgrounds offer various accommodation options including tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin rentals where pets are permitted. Waters Edge provides a dedicated dog park that receives high praise from campers with pets, offering ample space for dogs to exercise off-leash in a controlled environment. Leashed pets are allowed throughout common areas at both locations, though they must be supervised at all times. Salem Farms maintains clean facilities that accommodate pet owners, with convenient waste disposal stations positioned throughout the grounds. Some campers note that Waters Edge can be inconsistent with enforcement of pet policies depending on the season and staff on duty.
Hiking trails surrounding Devil's Hopyard State Park Campground provide excellent opportunities for dog walking with varied terrain and scenic views. Most campgrounds in the area require pets to be current on vaccinations, with documentation available upon request during check-in. Rocky Neck State Park Campground offers beach access where leashed dogs are permitted during specific hours, typically early morning and evening outside peak season. Seasonal campers with pets recommend requesting sites further from main roads and activity centers for a quieter experience with animals. Wildlife encounters are possible throughout the region, so secure leashing is essential, particularly at dusk and dawn when animals are most active. Markham Meadows receives positive feedback for its pet-friendly atmosphere and spacious sites that allow adequate room between neighboring campers with dogs.
"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."
"This is our families favorite camping location. On the pond at Waters Edge. When asked where they want to camp my 5 and 7 year old will always respond with Waters Edge."
from $45 - $100 / night
Check Availability"There are trails behind the sites along a large marsh. The wildlife was incredible, a beaver family family lives in the marsh so every night around 10 they would be up splashing around loudly."
"The sites are very open, not wooded so you have little privacy from adjacent sites."
from $14 / night
Check Availability"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."
"This place is off Route 9 in Connecticut on the east side of the Connecticut River (major RT 9 highway is on west side)."
"Nice camp ground in the woods near hadlyme"
"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."
from $20 - $70 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Beautiful Connecticut beach sits just steps away from your campsite. Well kept showers and bathrooms are abundant and the camp store has the majority of what you need."
from $20 - $70 / night
Check Availability"We tent close to the restroom and the pool, which are very clean. We go mid week and the special is pay 2 nights, get third night free."
"It was too close to the road, and they wouldn't let him pull in so we were facing each other even though it would have easily worked out."
from $68 - $72 / night
Check Availability"Swimming pool, facilities, small lake as well larger lakes in the surrounding area. Great location and campground. Love it."
from $30 - $70 / night
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ScoutWe have enjoyed our stay. Nice campground with lots of activities and things to do. However, we picked this place because it has an enclosed dog park. It does have an enclosed dog park but the fence is only 3 feet high. 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.
GuideMost 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.
TravelerQuaint 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.
ScoutStandard 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.
ScoutGreat family campground with lots of activities. A little pricey. 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
GuideWe stayed for 3 nights, the sites and camp were very clean and well maintained. Everyone was very friendly, lots of things to do - pool, bocce, volleyball, horseshoes, arcade, a small field to play frisbee or ball, mini-golf (mini-golf landscape needs to be refreshed a bit) there is even a very small fenced in dog park which was nice if you want to let your dog off leash to play. We did not experience any screaming kids all night.
GuideSomewhat crowded
staff was very nice. Lots of places around to go sightseeing. Most of the area isn’t dog friendly, so be careful if you take your pet. No problem at the campground
RangerI really wanted to like this place. It's in a very cool area that I didn't expect to be so awesome. First main issue was how bad the cell reception is. Normally, I'd day that's a perk for camping but we're full-timers and work on the road so it is important for us. Next, the place is massive and they are more about make money than making people comfortable. What could easily be a very nice and spacious pull-thru spot are 2 back to back back-ins. Unless you're lucky enough to get an end spot, those are pull-thru. Pros: awesome dog park, great office with laundry, activities, arcades, adult only room, community campfire, indoor pool with lifeguard, the staff is nice, there's a lake for swimming, boating, catch and release fishing. Their basketball court is on a shuffleboard court, playground is nice though. Close to Old Sturbridge Village and many cool hikes and MA cities.
TravelerBowdish Lake Camping Area is the worst campground we have ever been to and we travel fulltime! Their website states: $1,800-$3,600 per season (look for yourself on their website if you don’t believe me). We get there after reserving site Blue 65. They then charged us $3,900. Why? We have no idea! Then they charged us an additional $75.00 for our truck. Why I don’t know? Then they charged us an additional $50.00 for having our own kayak. Then they charged us an additional $50.00 for a small dog, $100.00 for large dogs (by the way they have no dog park). Then they charged us an additional $100.00 for cable. Then they charged us an additional .50 cents per kWh ( which cost us an average of$250.00 extra per month). The public facilities are filthy. They do not supply any toilet paper, hand soaps, hot water, etc. They charge you an additional charge by coin operated showers (cold water only) that are crawling with spiders, bugs and cobwebs.
North Westchester, Connecticut offers numerous pet friendly camping options within a 30-mile radius. The area features rolling hills with elevations ranging from 200-600 feet and receives approximately 50 inches of rainfall annually. Most campgrounds remain open from May through October, with many requiring advance reservations during peak summer months.
Hiking with dogs: Devil's Hopyard State Park Campground offers numerous trail options beyond those mentioned in existing reviews. "The state park is nice but the campground isn't the best, one of my visits the site next to me was playing music from their car radio the whole day," notes Tim L., suggesting hiking might be the better attraction than camping itself.
Fishing opportunities: Witch Meadow Lake Campground provides access to both their small lake and larger lakes nearby. "Swimming pool, facilities, small lake as well larger lakes in the surrounding area. Great location and campground," reports Pauly P. Trout fishing is particularly good in the area during spring.
Mini golf and recreation: Several campgrounds feature mini golf courses with equipment often provided at no extra charge. At Salem Farms Campground, "there are 2 pools and lots of games that they provide the equipment for for free," according to Tracy D., making it perfect for family recreation without additional costs.
Spacious waterfront sites: Waters Edge Family Campground receives praise for its lakefront options. "Beautiful view, peaceful and gorgeous," states Rebecca S. The campground features a mix of open and wooded sites, with premium spots directly facing the water.
Dog park facilities: Waters Edge offers an exceptionally large dog exercise area. "We've been to campgrounds with playgrounds worse than the waters edge dog park. Every one of us had a great time," says Rob L., highlighting the importance of proper pet exercise areas when traveling with dogs.
Clean facilities: Markham Meadows maintains well-kept grounds with ample space between sites. "Spacious sites that are not crammed together. Great trout fishing down the road. Everything you need is on the grounds," mentions Erik G., emphasizing the uncrowded nature of this pet-friendly option.
Seasonal variations: Wolf's Den Family Campground sees significant changes between peak and off-peak times. "This campground has tons of amenities, but it was a little weird for us since there were so many seasonals there," explains Laura L. Weekend stays often have more scheduled activities than weekdays.
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds require advance bookings, particularly for holiday weekends. Reservations at state parks like Devil's Hopyard can be made up to 11 months in advance, while private campgrounds often open booking windows 6 months ahead.
Pet documentation: When bringing pets to North Westchester campgrounds, prepare to show vaccination records. Most private campgrounds have specific check-in procedures for campers with pets, including verification of rabies certificates.
Look for scheduled activities: Odetah Camping Resort offers extensive programming for children. "Each weekend has a big schedule of events- farmers' market, themed activities and a band. In addition there is good fishing on the pond, mini- golf, pool and splash pad, etc. Kids are not bored here!" shares Anne M.
Consider proximity to facilities: When camping with children, site location matters significantly. Salem Farms Campground provides convenient options: "We went tent camping with 3 other families. Loved the tent area and how close it was for the kids to use the pool and facilities," explains Tara K.
Plan for wildlife education: Hammonasset State Park Campground offers nature programs specifically for families. "Great hiking and bird watching. Friendly staff. Amazing sunset scene," reports Ossama B., highlighting educational opportunities beyond standard camping activities.
Site dimensions: GrandView CampResort & Cottages accommodates larger vehicles with level pads. "Level sites and very nice owners," notes Bill B., emphasizing an important consideration for RVers seeking pet-friendly options near North Westchester.
Dump station logistics: Some campgrounds like Salem Farms provide dump stations at exit points rather than at individual sites. Tracy D. explains, "There are 2 pools and lots of games that they provide the equipment for for free. Bathrooms were clean. Most sites are a good size."
Hookup variations: Rocky Neck State Park Campground offers different levels of hookups depending on your needs. "Short walk to Rock Neck beach. Nature Center has movies on weekends for kids. Anyone with kayaks can't easily get to boat launch. It's 4-5 miles by car at 4 mile river boat launch," explains Nita D., giving practical information beyond just the RV amenities.
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