Best Tent Camping near North Windham, CT

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Best Tent Sites Near North Windham, Connecticut (12)

    Alexandra M.'s photo of tent camping at Hammonasset State Park Campground near North Windham, CT
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    Camper-submitted photo at Hammonasset State Park Campground near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Hammonasset State Park Campground near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Hammonasset State Park Campground near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Hammonasset State Park Campground near North Windham, CT

    1. Hammonasset State Park Campground

    38 Reviews
    71 Photos
    294 Saves
    Clinton, Connecticut

    Hammonasset Beach State Park is the largest of Connecticut’s shoreline parks. Two-mile beach, facilities for swimming, camping (third weekend in May to Columbus Day), picnicking, saltwater fishing, scuba diving, hiking and boating; concessions. Nature center and interpretive programs. Bicycle rentals available through Labor Day, rates begin at $10 per hour and range up to $75 per week, with discounts for children. Helmets provided free to use and are mandatory for riders 15 and younger. Note: Lifeguards on duty on Wednesday through Sunday. Pricing: Weekdays: free for CT vehicles; $15/out-of-state $7 after 4:00 pm. Weekends and holidays: free for CT vehicles; $22/out-of-state $7 after 4:00 pm William F. Miller Campground. 558 open sites. Concession, dumping station, bathrooms, showers. Saltwater swimming and fishing. Individual fireplaces not provided. No pets.

    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Trash

    $20 - $45 / night

    The Bearded L.'s photo of tent camping at Burlingame State Park Campground near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Burlingame State Park Campground near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Burlingame State Park Campground near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Burlingame State Park Campground near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Burlingame State Park Campground near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Burlingame State Park Campground near North Windham, CT

    2. Burlingame State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    39 Photos
    72 Saves
    Charlestown, Rhode Island

    Located next to Watchaug Pond in Charlestown, this spacious campground includes approximately 700 campsites, as well as 20 cabins. Utilities ARE NOT available at this campground. The campground features conveniently located restrooms with shower facilities, a playground, arcade, freshwater beach, boat ramp, canoe rentals and hiking trails. The camp store carries a wide variety of camping necessities, along with a large selection of souvenirs. The campground abuts the Burlingame Management Area and Kimball Wildlife Sanctuary and is located near numerous ocean beaches, including Misquamicut State Beach, Charlestown Breachway and East Matunuck State Beach.

    6 New Cabin Sites will be available summer of 2022.
    Septic Dump Station Passes are available for a fee to non-registered campers to utilize both the dump and water filling stations.
    Main Camp is restricted to tent camping only.
    

    Address: 1 Burlingame State Park Road, Charlestown, RI 02813

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents

    $18 - $75 / night

    3. Gillette Castle State Park Campground

    2 Reviews
    26 Saves
    Hadlyme, Connecticut

    Four public camps along the Connecticut River at Hurd, Gillette Castle, River Highlands and Selden Neck State Parks offer primitive, riverside sites with fireplaces and pit toilets for individuals traveling on the river.

    Use of river campsites at River Highlands, Hurd and Gillette Castle is restricted to canoers and kayakers only.

    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Market
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table
    Camper-submitted photo at Buck Hill Campground near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Buck Hill Campground near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Buck Hill Campground near North Windham, CT
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    Camper-submitted photo at Selden Neck State Park Campground near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Selden Neck State Park Campground near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Selden Neck State Park Campground near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Selden Neck State Park Campground near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Selden Neck State Park Campground near North Windham, CT

    5. Selden Neck State Park Campground

    1 Review
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    12 Saves
    Hadlyme, Connecticut

    Selden Neck offers 4 sites: Cedars site - 20 campers Hogback site - 6 campers Springledge site - 8 campers Quarry Knob site - 12 campers

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Picnic Table
    • Toilets

    $5 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Hidden Lake Farm near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Hidden Lake Farm near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Hidden Lake Farm near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Hidden Lake Farm near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Hidden Lake Farm near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Hidden Lake Farm near North Windham, CT

    6. Hidden Lake Farm

    1 Review
    5 Photos
    21 Saves
    Higganum, Connecticut

    ***Very quiet and private in back woods horse pastures on a small farm with free range chickens, a dog, and a couple of horses. Your pets are welcome too! ***

    Locally there are state parks with beaches, and state forest for trails & lakes, hiking and biking. Or you can just relax and enjoy the serenity!

    *** Each campsite has its own fire-pit and table with chairs. ***

    We cannot allow any wood for camp fires to be brought in form the outside for environmental reasons. It can be purchased for $10 per bundle on site or $12 preordered with reservation.

    Farm Fresh eggs daily when available for $4.00 per 1/2 dozen. And there are also blocks of ice $5. Garbage removal is available as well $5 per bag provided.

    **Other attractions include local farmers markets, Gilette's Castle, and the famous River Ferry crossing the Connecticut River with a vehicle across to East Haddam. *

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table

    $49 / night

    Nora S.'s photo of tent camping at Onion Mountain Park near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Onion Mountain Park near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Onion Mountain Park near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Onion Mountain Park near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Onion Mountain Park near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Onion Mountain Park near North Windham, CT

    7. Onion Mountain Park

    3 Reviews
    9 Photos
    152 Saves
    West Simsbury, Connecticut

    This town-owned park consists of 190 acres of wooded, rocky mountainside. Trails here are relatively easy on the flat but significantly more difficult on the hillside. The ground can be very wet after rains. Onion Mountain Park is accessed on the west side of West Mountain Rd. just south of Shingle Mill Rd. Visitors will find a good size parking lot.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Alcohol
    Camper-submitted photo at East Beach State Beach near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at East Beach State Beach near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at East Beach State Beach near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at East Beach State Beach near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at East Beach State Beach near North Windham, CT

    8. East Beach State Beach

    2 Reviews
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    74 Saves
    Charlestown, Rhode Island

    Specialty camping on three (3) miles of undeveloped beach frontage is available at East Beach State Campground, located in Charlestown, Rhode Island. East Beach is one of the least developed of the Rhode Island state beaches, with limited parking and a half dozen changing rooms. This barrier beach and 10 site campground location offers four Clivus Multrum Composting Toilets for restrooms along with 3 miles of undeveloped beach frontage. Parking is very limited and fills up early on sunny summer days. A small portion of the beach is staffed with lifeguards on a seasonal basis. Utilities ARE NOT available at this campground. Special Camping/Vehicle Equipment requirements are required for camping at this location.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Dispersed

    $55 - $65 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Sodom Mountain Campground near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Sodom Mountain Campground near North Windham, CT
    Camper-submitted photo at Sodom Mountain Campground near North Windham, CT

    10. Ginny B Camp Grounds

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    2 Saves
    Foster Center, Rhode Island

    Swimming Small fry fishing 2 Recreation halls Fireplace & picnic table on each site State tested water Camp store Ice & wood available 8 Modern restrooms with free hot showers Coin operated laundry Pets on leashes are welcome Horseshoe courts Volleyball court Basketball court 2 Softball diamonds Lending library 200 sites with water & electricity Sewer sites available Playground 2 Dumping stations Adjacent to public golf course

    • Fires
    • Tents
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table
    • Firewood Available
    • WiFi

    $46 - $50 / night

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Recent Tent Reviews near North Windham, CT

678 Reviews of 12 North Windham Campgrounds


  • Robert L.
    Robert L.'s photo of tent camping at Wilderness Lake Park near North Windham, CT
    Jun. 30, 2020

    Wilderness Lake Park

    How did I not know about this place?

    Connecticut is LACKING when it comes to outdoor activities when compared to some of the places around the country. That being said, it's more rewarding when you find a little gem like Wilderness Lake Campground.

    While this is about 60% RVs, the tent sites are great. The host gave us a secluded spot in the back to the point I didn't feel like I was at a campground other than the fire ring. We didn't need bathrooms, water or electricity, but there was a bathroom within walking distance. It also looked like they were building a little outbuilding for Women and Men's bathrooms near the tent sites. 

    The lake was quiet and we saw kids swimming in it in the morning. There was a hiking trail on the property and the host mentioned they were building a Disc Golf course on the property. Whether you have an RV, want to Car Glamp or looking to feel deep in the woods, this place checks all the boxes. It's also conveniently located off I-84(exit 70).

  • Kimbo K.
    Nancy W.'s photo of tent camping at Newport RV Park near North Windham, CT
    Oct. 27, 2021

    Newport RV Park

    Great staff

    Wonderful staff clean tent site are amazing great place to camp and fish and hike great place to take a dog

  • K
    Robert L.'s photo of tent camping at Wilderness Lake Park near North Windham, CT
    Sep. 18, 2019

    Wilderness Lake Park

    Best. Campground. In CT.

    Man I love his place. Quiet rv and tent site park. Portopotties scattered about and showers and such near the entrance. Tent sites are nice and isolated, but not scary far apart. Lots of wildlife so keep your food sealed... Nice walking trails and free kayaks as available. I always get site 1, it's in its own area with pretty flat terrain. To reserve, fill out the form on the website and you'll get a confirmation. You can pay at the office when you check in. they'll also bring firewood to your site.the kid that works there is really nice but I always forget his name!

  • Tom R.
    Robert L.'s photo of tent camping at Burlingame State Park Campground near North Windham, CT
    May. 29, 2019

    Burlingame State Park Campground

    Nice state run campground

    Book early before memorial day, sites fill up quick and around 4th of July.  I went here for years with friends and family. Great sites. Flat level. Some of the best tent camping in the state.

  • Ruth K.The Dyrt PRO User
    AdventureStang's photo of tent camping at Lake Compounce Campground near North Windham, CT
    Sep. 27, 2021

    Lake Compounce Campground

    Great Stopover or Amusement Park visit

    Campground is only years old. Sites were large enough for RV. NO privacy, bit tent sites were ok. Fre showers for number of campsites, but very clean. Affiliated with Lake Compounce Amusement Park adjacent to campground.

  • K
    Bobcat B.'s photo of tent camping at Brialee Family Campground near North Windham, CT
    Jun. 25, 2020

    Brialee Family Campground

    Large Family Campground

    Fairly large campground. Tent sites available but mostly RV/Campers. WiFi in common areas isn’t great so if you’re planning on working during some down time, this isn’t the place. Nice hiking around the area. Bathrooms are clean. Good for kids/families.

  • Todd J.
    Jean C.'s photo of tent camping at Hopeville Pond State Park Campground near North Windham, CT
    Aug. 30, 2018

    Hopeville Pond State Park Campground

    Great for families

    Stay at least once or twice a year. Always a good time. RV and Tent sites with one cabin as well as canoe sites off the beatin' path. Public beach with another beach for campers. Store on site for firewood and ice.

  • Will A.
    Happy Camper L.'s photo of tent camping at Mystic KOA near North Windham, CT
    Jul. 19, 2023

    Mystic KOA

    Great camping experience for all ages

    Stayed at a great wooded tent site - quiet during the week and packed out by the weekend. Close to the bathrooms, with water spigot and electric hook up. Two small ponds with enough blue gill action to excite the kids. Worth checking out!

  • Brian G.
    Douglas L.'s photo of tent camping at Pine Acres Family Camping Resort near North Windham, CT
    Oct. 10, 2019

    Pine Acres Family Camping Resort

    Great Family Campground

    Although the tent sites are a distance from anything, the main areas of the campground are fantastic. With a full calendar of events (some free, some cost $) you will never be bored. Quiet time is quiet time which is great for families.

  • Christina M.
    Rachel D.'s photo of tent camping at Whispering Pines Campground near North Windham, CT
    Jul. 22, 2020

    Whispering Pines Campground

    Whispering pines

    Busy campground with a lot of RV sites on top of each other. Campsite was large and set in the back. Hike to the bathroom from tent site. Two sites right on top of each other but lots of room. Screaming children all night took away from the peacefulness.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Robert L.'s photo of tent camping at Wilderness Lake Park near North Windham, CT
    Aug. 25, 2020

    Wilderness Lake Park

    RV park

    $60 cash. Maybe tent sites less but not given the option. Not good value. (State parks in CT and MA requiring 24 hr advance rez.)Water/elec. Some porta potties in tents area. A little swampy lake. Mostly permanent summer residents parked with big rigs and plastic decor. But, almost nobody around mid week August. As prev reviews, woodsy, moderately secluded up in tent area. Visited in the time of COVID. WEAR A MASK!

  • Y
    Bryan S.'s photo of tent camping at White Pines Campsites near North Windham, CT
    Apr. 28, 2021

    White Pines Campsites

    Great for a group!

    We camped here with a group of friends - about a dozen in all. It was easy to coordinate with the staff to get a few tent sites and a cabin in close distance. Campsites were a bit minimal, and amenities were OK. Overall we were looking for a quiet and clean space and this was excellent for that.

  • K
    May. 21, 2022

    Old Holbrook Place - Closed Til Spring 2022

    For Sale

    Lovely quiet campground on cove of Manchaug Lake. Great Tent sites in Hollow as well as seasonal RV and visiting RV’s,Canoe-Boat (row or troll) , beach and picnic area for day visits. 

    Adjacent to an outer lake Family Activity Campground/Sutton Falls

    Previous Manager/Owner/Operators had a parent decease a while ago and saddened to see it up for sale

  • aThe Dyrt PRO User
    aliyyah A.'s photo of tent camping at Normandy Farms Campground near North Windham, CT
    Jul. 8, 2024

    Normandy Farms Campground

    Very Enjoyable 1 night stay

    We enjoyed our tent site with a wooden lean-to. Overall very private and peaceful, however the only drawback is that people took frequent casual walks pass the area all day long. There's really no way around that.

    We did not get a chance to enjoy the amenities, but they all looked nice and well thought out.

    We will return.

  • M
    Timothey S.'s photo of tent camping at Wells State Park Campground near North Windham, CT
    May. 24, 2021

    Wells State Park Campground

    Hiking Gem in Sturbridge

    Beautiful campground in a nice central location nearby several nice towns in Central Massachusetts. The hiking is some of the best I have seen from a campground in the area, with a huge system of trails which are all very well marked. These trails vary greatly in terms of difficulty, a few of the trails are doable in less than 15 minutes if you maintain a quick pace. The harder trails, including the one going up to Carpenter's Rocks are more strenuous and feature a good amount of elevation gain, rocky terrain, and very worthwhile views for the trouble.

    Not usually too busy on the trails, though expect hordes of people at the parking lot especially during the warmer months. Firewood is easily available, if a bit pricey, and the tent sites are generously sized with plenty of room for multiple shelters. Have spotted beavers deep into some of the water-adjacent trails, as well as many species of birds.

    Definitely give this one a try if you're in the area. Rental fees for the tent sites are very reasonable, and it's worthwhile to come for the trails and views alone.

  • K
    Alexandra M.'s photo of tent camping at Hammonasset State Park Campground near North Windham, CT
    Sep. 18, 2019

    Hammonasset State Park Campground

    Nice family place

    Good family campground with access to the ocean. No fire pits in the ground but you can bring your own ($50 on Amazon) or rent one (bring cash). I've done tent camping here in the summer but don't know much about the RV side, although I believe they have dump stations and such. Restrooms and showers are pretty good too, but typical campground bathrooms. 4 stars cuz I'm not a huge fan of the beaches, if I could give 4.9 stars I would.

  • Diane R.
    AdventureStang's photo of tent camping at Lake Compounce Campground near North Windham, CT
    Oct. 12, 2021

    Lake Compounce Campground

    Great campground

    Easy entry, long pull thrus. You will face your neighbor door to door but enough room between you don't feel invaded. Restrooms are clean and spacious. Showers are great. Whoever planned this campground is/was a camper. They have cabins, teepee and tent sites. This is attached to an amusement park but far enough away not to be a bother. If ever in the area again we will definitely stay again.

  • Megin F.
    Megin F.'s photo of tent camping at Prospect Mountain Campground and RV Park near North Windham, CT
    Aug. 16, 2020

    Prospect Mountain Campground and RV Park

    Loved it

    I flew up here from Louisiana and met my sister in a primitive tent site. The grounds were absolutely beautiful and very well maintained! Pool was lovely and refreshing. I do wish they had more bathrooms though. Especially by the pool!!! Camp staff was very friendly and helpful. The kids had a blast fishing and riding their bikes around. We are going to make this a yearly thing from now on!!

  • Michelle C.
    Nancy W.'s photo of tent camping at Newport RV Park near North Windham, CT
    Jul. 15, 2021

    Newport RV Park

    Quiet, small, bigger sites, no amenities

    This is a cute little campground that’s easy to access. It’s 20 minutes from downtown Newport and about 45 minutes to downtown Providence.

    It’s well shaded, has a nice playground, bathhouse, and a laundry room. My biggest complaint is the dryers are terrible. I had to dry my clothes 3 times ( that’s 3 hours). Nobody has time for that. Also if you’re tent camping, the bathrooms are very inconvenient.

    Finally, our site was not angled and that made it tougher to get in to it.

  • J
    The Dyrt's photo of tent camping at Thousand Trails Sturbridge near North Windham, CT
    May. 28, 2019

    Thousand Trails Sturbridge

    Campsite

    I was probably the only person tent camping in the entire resort. The manager was able to give me a great campsite away from all of the RVs and cabins. It was right at the entrance however you did have to hike up a short 50ft hill to get to the site. It had a great new fire ring and the campsite was very clean/cleared. Running showers and flushable bathroom was very close. I dinged a star from this review because I have seen campgrounds with cleaner bathrooms

  • Jacob D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Rachel D.'s photo of tent camping at Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground near North Windham, CT
    Sep. 18, 2024

    Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground

    Somewhere to stay, not the best

    $18/night if you live here, but $36 if from out of state. Large tent campground with lots of spaces, so everyone is in pretty close together. My main concern is there are showers in the bathrooms you can pay for, but ones outside that are free, but cold water and no curtain, so you literally have no privacy.

  • Jordyn T.
    aliyyah A.'s photo of tent camping at Normandy Farms Campground near North Windham, CT
    Jul. 1, 2019

    Normandy Farms Campground

    Busy but worth it

    Mostly geared toward families, especially with kids. Most of the campground is RV sites. There a a handful of tent sites in the back (no hookups). Bathrooms and showers are very clean, general store and pools are nice and convenient. It’s a perfect distance away from Gillette (a couple miles) if you’re looking for an alternative to staying in a pricey hotel. Definitely not a place I would go to “get away from it all.” You can hear the highway from the sites.

  • S
    aliyyah A.'s photo of tent camping at Normandy Farms Campground near North Windham, CT
    Aug. 4, 2018

    Normandy Farms Campground

    Family oriented resort style

    Normandy Farms is beautifully maintained and has tons of things going on for families. There are 3 really nice outdoor pools and one indoor pool, lots of outdoor games, playgrounds and a snack bar that serves delicious food (from egg sandwiches to ice cream sundaes to lobster!). They have a packed schedule of activities such as ceramic painting, dancing and yoga. They even have a spa with massages! The bathrooms and showers were clean and the staff was friendly. The campground was very quiet at night and even during the day which was amazing considering all that is going on there! We were in a tent site and loved it!

  • Steve T.
    Jacob P.'s photo of tent camping at Fort Getty Campground near North Windham, CT
    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.


Guide to North Windham

Tent camping near North Windham, Connecticut offers a chance to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying a variety of outdoor activities. With several well-reviewed campgrounds in the area, you can find the perfect spot to set up your tent and unwind.

Tips for tent camping near North Windham

  • Buck Hill Campground provides a rustic experience with large clusters of sites, perfect for groups and families looking to enjoy the outdoors together.
  • At East Beach State Beach, remember to pack out everything you bring in, as camping requires a self-contained vehicle to maintain the area's natural beauty.
  • Hidden Lake Farm welcomes pets, making it an ideal choice for those who want to bring their furry friends along for the adventure.

Tent campers like these nearby activities

  • Gillette Castle State Park Campground offers stunning views and opportunities for hiking and picnicking, along with guided tours of the historic castle.
  • Selden Neck State Park Campground is accessible only by boat, providing a unique experience for those who enjoy kayaking or fishing in the Connecticut River.
  • Chatfield Picnic Shelters is a great spot for hiking, biking, and rock climbing, with plenty of trails to explore and a picturesque water wheel to admire.

Tent campers should check out East Beach State Beach

  • This campground features a peaceful shoreline and essential amenities, making it a great spot for a relaxing beach camping experience.
  • Frontier Family Camper Park is open from May to September and offers convenient access to local attractions while providing a comfortable camping environment.
  • Ginny B Camp Grounds allows campfires and has drinking water available, ensuring a pleasant stay for those looking to enjoy a classic camping experience.

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