RV camping near Northford, Connecticut offers several options within a 35-mile radius. The area sits in the south-central region of Connecticut, characterized by rolling hills and woodlands with elevations ranging from 200-400 feet. Summer temperatures typically reach 80-85°F while spring and fall camping seasons experience 50-70°F daytime temperatures with cooler nights.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Prospect Mountain Campground features a stocked pond where families can spend time fishing. "Kids had a blast fishing and riding their bikes around," notes one visitor about this Massachusetts campground just over the Connecticut border.
State park exploration: Rocky Neck State Park, located 30 minutes from Northford, combines camping with beach access. "Beach is a short drive on site and the showers were one site over," explains a camper at Rocky Neck State Park Campground, which also offers "hiking trails along the coast line."
Amusement park adventure: Lake Compounce Campground provides direct access to the adjacent amusement park. A camper at Lake Compounce Campground mentions, "It is adjacent to an amusement park so there were lots of families here," making it a convenient option for those wanting to combine camping with rides and attractions.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Salem Farms Campground maintains clean restrooms and pool areas. "We tent close to the restroom and the pool, which are very clean," reports one visitor to Salem Farms Campground, which operates from May through Columbus Day.
Pet-friendly areas: Aces High RV Park includes designated areas for dogs. "Pet friendly with plenty of area to walk," notes one camper, while another mentions "a creek area for dog swimming. Our two labs loved it!"
Spacious sites: Many campers appreciate the room between sites at campgrounds like Aces High RV Park, where "pull through sites also have lots of space between them so you don't feel like you are on top of the neighbors. Sites and roads are a pea gravel material and each site has large grassy areas around it."
What you should know
Seasonal availability: Most campgrounds in the region operate between May and October. Prospect Mountain Campground runs "May 1 to Columbus Day," while Rocky Neck State Park is available from "May 26 to September 29."
Bathroom facilities: Bathroom availability varies significantly between locations. At Totoket Valley RV Park in North Branford, there are "no showers or toilet facilities," so self-contained camping is required.
Site specifications: Campgrounds offer different site types and features. A visitor to Countryside RV Park noted, "Water, electric & sewer sites," while another campground visitor mentioned, "None of the sites have sewer, but there is a dump station on the way out."
Tips for camping with families
Pool access: Multiple campgrounds offer swimming pools that appeal to families with children. At Prospect Mountain Campground, visitors enjoy a "great pool with time for adult only swim time," and another camper mentioned it has "a great pool, playground and pond for fishing."
Recreation options: Family-oriented activities are available at several campgrounds. "Prospect Mountain Campground is a great campground for families with younger kids. They have activities every weekend such as dances, bingo, hayrides," according to one visitor.
Wildlife awareness: Some campgrounds have natural wildlife visitors. At Lake Compounce Campground, a camper reported hearing "coyotes" at night, while at Rocky Neck State Park, a visitor warned, "The skunks are friendly! Great for kids!"
Tips from RVers
Hookup details: Different campgrounds offer varying levels of hookup services. A visitor to Aces High RV Park appreciated that "utility hookups were in great condition and everything worked as it should," noting it's an example of "how to do this right."
Pull-through availability: Many RVers seek pull-through sites for easier access. At Countryside RV Park, a camper found it was "beautiful, family owned & run, quiet, large sites. Close to I-395," making it convenient for larger RVs.
Leveling considerations: Some campgrounds have specially prepared sites for RVs. A visitor to Aces High RV Park valued the "level concrete pad and patio," stating "I love a clean, level concrete pad!" which makes setup much easier for RVers.
