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Totoket Valley RV Park accommodates pets with a dedicated pet exercise area on its 244 Foxon Road property in North Branford, less than 3 miles from Northford. Each site features grass space and a picnic table where campers and their dogs can relax together. The campground maintains clean water connections and proper waste disposal facilities, essential for pet owners during extended stays. Riverdale Farm Campsites in Clinton also welcomes pets, offering full hookup sites and proximity to dog-friendly beaches. Small campgrounds with good electrical systems and friendly staff create comfortable environments for pets and their owners. No breed restrictions exist at either location, though leash requirements are enforced in common areas for safety.
Dog-friendly trails surround both campgrounds, providing excellent exercise opportunities with varied terrain suitable for all activity levels. Hammonasset Beach State Park, located 13 miles from Northford, offers pet-friendly camping with beach access where dogs can enjoy the shoreline during designated hours. The strict quiet hours enforcement benefits pet owners concerned about noise-sensitive dogs. Hidden Lake Farm, a smaller 5-site pet-friendly campground, provides a more secluded experience for campers seeking privacy with their animals. Local wildlife considerations require proper pet containment, especially during evening hours. Campers note the well-maintained grounds make for pleasant dog walks, though premium internet access costs extra at some locations, an important consideration for those needing to research emergency veterinary services during their stay.
"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"The lake is perfect, the river needs work. But this an awesome small campground. The kids who work here are so friendly and the playground is nice."
"Sites are very close to one another. Level pull through site. Quit in the evening!"
"People left their left over food scraps in the grass by my camp so not only has my dog been eating it, I also hear coyotes. Won’t be surprised if I see a bear in the morning.."
"Affiliated with Lake Compounce Amusement Park adjacent to campground."
from $55 / night
Check Availability"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
Check Availability"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"The beach is in a walking distance. You can swim or fish there. This camp site has a relatively new and clean facility. There are many farms near by where you can get fresh veggies and fruits."
"However there are too many loud families and the sites are too close in proximity for me."
from $20 - $225 / night
Check Availability"Quiet CG near Waterbury CT. Close to major stores for resupply. CG has lots of friendly seasonal campers and lots of other sites."
"There’s two brand new bathrooms on site one of which is conveniently located right by the pool. Owners are doing new renovations to make this place look good!"
from $55 - $150 / 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
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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.
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
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
LegendI 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. They divide the loops with names. I unfortunately chose Pequot. This loop has THE WORST bathrooms/showers on the South side of the campground. Looks like they were built in 1950s with rotten wood siding. Dirty. The showers were outside the bathroom- there was a bench & hooks OUTSIDE! We found out all the other loops had modern bathhouses.
My first impression of this campground is it's loud, crazy busy & there's traffic noise from the beach road. I actually liked it! This is a fun campground for families. There were kids on bikes, scooters, skateboards,roller blades. Watch your speed! They don't always watch out for your car.
I found out most people stay through Sunday & leave on Monday. There were still lots of campers left. Lots of tent campers.
I chose site 14 on the Pequot Loop because I thought I would have a view of one of the ponds. There was tall vegetation, so that was out.
The sites on the other side of the loop were right by the main beach road. Noisy during the day, but quiet at night.
There are some sites with shade, but most are sunny.
There's no electricity at most of the sites. Our site was full sun(yay for the solar panel!). On Beach Road in the campground there's 2 rows of full hookup sites, but they go FAST! I tried.
NO PETS! Including dogs.
No WiFi, but there's cell service. At least 5 dump stations.
The beach was popular.
There was a stream running from a pond that kids were playing in.
They have a beautiful Nature Center. A couple of easy hikes through one of the preserves.
This was a good base camp for the area. Gillette Castle & other state parks are within driving distance. Connecticut is a beautiful state!!
TravelerClean, family friendly campground. Pet friendly with plenty of area to walk. Close to I-95 and 15 minutes from the beach. fishing areas for the kids. Spots are well organized and no issues with hookups. Propane is available at the store.
Travelerwe love camping at Mount Misery! The sites are private, it’s usually pretty quiet, and it’s one of the only campgrounds around that is pet-friendly. We always have a good time!!
TravelerI have camped here many times. There are three campsites; two that require short hikes (.5 miles and .75 miles, respectively) and a third that can be driven to. Each one is far away from the others. The two that are closest are still divided by several hundred feet of wooded area; you can hear if someone at the other campsite shouts loudly enough, but you can't hear normal conversation or see any lights.
There is no cell phone coverage at any of the campsites (if you care about that while camping).
All of the campsites are right next to the Shepaug River. There is a very crude outhouse between campsites #1 and #2, but none at #3. Each campsite has a designated fire pit, and the Steep Rock Association provides ample firewood. SR 1 and SR 2 both have picnic tables at them; SR 3 does not. Pets are welcome; there are many people hiking and camping with dogs, and people ride horses down some of the trails.
On 9/2/17, when camping at SR1, we saw a Dumpster on the side of the trail that leads from campsite SR1 to campsite SR2. I have never seen a Dumpster anywhere at Steep Rock before, so I don't know if that is a permanent new addition or if it was there temporarily.
Reservations are required and can be made by contacting the Steep Rock Association office during the week.
Camping options near Northford, Connecticut range across diverse settings within Connecticut's moderate climate zone. The region experiences all four seasons, with camping season typically running from April through October. The terrain features gentle hills with elevations between 200-400 feet above sea level, providing relatively mild camping conditions compared to more mountainous regions of New England.
Beach activities at Hammonasset: Hammonasset State Park Campground offers access to beaches and nature trails within a short drive from Northford. "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," notes one visitor to Hammonasset State Park Campground.
Fishing spots: Lake Compounce Campground provides fishing options for campers bringing their own equipment. The campground connects to several small fishing areas suitable for casual anglers. "Very well maintained and friendly staff will stay again when in the area. Does not have sewer hookups, but does have a dump station," reports a camper at Lake Compounce Campground.
Hiking trails: Kettletown State Park offers trails suitable for day hikes of varying difficulty. "Beautiful trails, flat & hilly. No camping as far as I can tell," notes a day visitor to Kettletown State Park. The trail system includes options for beginners and experienced hikers, with most trails under 3 miles in length.
Clean facilities: Wildwood State Park receives positive reviews for its cleanliness and organization. "The campgrounds are clean and spacious but very open, being a beach there are a few campers who enjoy staying up quite late and listening to music," shares one camper at Wildwood State Park Campground. While some noise issues exist, the general maintenance standards remain high.
Family-friendly environment: Rocky Neck State Park offers family camping with beach access. "My family has camped at Rocky Neck every year since i was a child. Every site had a central bathhouse and they have a variety of tree covering options for each campers preferences," reports a regular visitor to Rocky Neck State Park Campground.
Privacy options: Wolf's Den Family Campground provides more secluded sites for those wanting space from neighbors. "This place is off Route 9 in Connecticut on the east side of the Connecticut River. You need to cross the river via bridge to Goodspeed Opera house and past to get to the RV campground," explains a visitor to Wolf's Den Family Campground. Sites vary in size and privacy levels.
Seasonal restrictions: Some dog friendly campgrounds near Northford have seasonal pet policies. "Be noted PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED in the summer. We were not aware of this," warns a visitor about Hammonasset State Park Campground. Always check current pet policies before booking.
Site selection matters: Campgrounds fill quickly during peak season, with better sites booking months in advance. "I would recommend reserving early to get some of the more private campgrounds on the outskirts and near the woods or you may be in the field with everyone else," advises a camper about site selection at Hammonasset.
Internet considerations: For campers needing connectivity, options vary widely between sites. "Internet was horribly slow and kept dropping connections. This is an RV park, they advertise internet so you would figure it would work," notes a visitor to Riverdale Farm Campsites. Some campgrounds charge extra for premium internet access.
Activity planning: Many campgrounds offer regular scheduled activities for children. "We did bingo and it was a blast. It was a beautiful day on the beach pond. They had great prizes for cheap cost. I spent 2 dollars for 10 long rounds of bingo with 4 cards," reports a family visitor to Riverdale Farm Campsites.
Playground access: Several pet-friendly locations near Northford include playground facilities. "They have a playground, game room, 'adult' lounge, a laundry, a swimming pond, and river access for fishing and swimming," explains a visitor to Riverdale about their amenities for children.
Noise considerations: Choose sites carefully when camping with children. "We've been going to Hammonasset for years as a large family gathering. My biggest gripe is lack of any enforcement. No one enforces the parks rules so some groups tend to be rowdy later in the evening, children on bikes darting in front of moving cars," warns a repeat visitor to Hidden Lake Farm.
Hookup variations: Different campgrounds offer various hookup options. "Most sites don't have hook ups so you have to run off battery and water storage tanks if you have a RV," explains an RVer about Hammonasset State Park Campground. Check specific site utilities when booking.
Size restrictions: Some dog-friendly camping options near Northford have limitations for larger vehicles. "Really long or tall RV will need to stay close to the front of the campground, as typical older campground is not designed for 40 foot long or 10 foot high campers," advises a visitor to Wolf's Den Family Campground.
Leveling challenges: Be prepared for uneven terrain at some locations. "RV pull through sites were fantastic. It was a great campground for maiden voyage in new rig. Plenty of amenities," shares a new RV owner about their experience at Wildwood State Park Campground.
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