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RV Camping near Norwalk, CT

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    RV parks within driving distance of Norwalk, Connecticut include Totoket Valley RV Park in North Branford, which offers full hookup sites with 50-amp electric, water, and sewer connections. Sites feature grassy areas with picnic tables and can accommodate various RV sizes. "Small campground with good electrical, clean water, sewer and a friendly owner," noted one visitor who found it "perfect for a stop over" when exploring the local area. For travelers seeking a state park experience, Kettletown State Park Campground in Southbury provides RV sites with electric, water, and sewer hookups from late May through early September, while Lake Compounce Campground in Bristol features pull-through sites that can handle larger rigs and operates seasonally from May through October.

    Several campgrounds in the region require advance reservations, particularly during peak summer and fall foliage seasons. Liberty Harbor RV Park in Jersey City, though expensive and essentially a parking lot with hookups, provides a convenient base for NYC exploration with its proximity to public transportation. Access considerations vary between facilities—some parks have tight entrance roads that can challenge larger motorhomes. "Getting in and out is not for someone in a brand new 45' travel trailer. Know your rig and know how to maneuver it in tight spaces," cautioned a visitor about Liberty Harbor. Most RV parks in the area offer sanitary dump stations, though dump availability at state parks may be limited. Pet policies generally allow dogs in RV camping areas, but restrictions apply in certain park facilities and trails.

    Best RV Campgrounds near Norwalk (46)

      1. Liberty Harbor RV Park

      3.8(16)42mi from Norwalk1 siteRVs

      "If you want to visit NYC and surrounding areas, this is the place. Expensive but... When you look at local hotel rates, not so much."

      "Basicly a parking lot, but the location can't be beat. 2 ferries that run to Manhattan. Path train is a 12 minute walk away that will take you yyo manhatten."

      from $145 - $180 / night

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      2. Skyline RV Camp - Non-Waterfront

      2.7(3)38mi from Norwalk20 sitesRVs

      Available this weekend

      from $85 - $120 / night

      11 Sites Available

      3. Skyline RV Camp - Waterfront

      5.0(1)38mi from Norwalk20 sitesRVs

      "A little intimidating driving in to a nondescript gate at the end of a narrow street but the overall experience exceeded expectation."

      Available this weekend

      from $130 / night

      14 Sites Available

      4. Totoket Valley RV Park

      4.5(2)36mi from NorwalkRVs

      "Small campground with good electrical, clean water, sewer and a friendly owner. Each site has grass and a picnic table."

      "I was in the area and needed a location to hook up. Temperature at 7:00 p.m. was 85 in July which is expected. They're able to get me in for the night. Quick and easy."

      from $55 / night

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      5. Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground

      4.2(34)33mi from Norwalk66 sitesRVs, Tents

      "It’s close to NYC and has secluded, wooded sites nestled amongst big boulders. I have camped here in all seasons including early winter when all other places were closed."

      "With Covid/social distancing requirements, many sites are closed so it’s extra quiet and spread out. I stayed at site 6 with my seven year-old daughter from Tue-Thur."

      Campground full this weekend

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      from $21 / night

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      6. Beaver Pond Campground in Harriman State Park

      4.2(41)35mi from Norwalk129 sitesRVs, Tents

      "The campground was clean and quiet. RV hook-ups, tent platforms, and rustic tent sites were available."

      "The grounds are just steps away from Welch Lake, offering a lifeguard monitored sandy beach which is open during the summer season for swimming, fishing, and small boat craft further out."

      Campground full this weekend

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      from $21 - $24 / night

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      7. Croton Point Park

      3.7(10)25mi from NorwalkRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "This must be one of the most breathtaking camp grounds (family friendly) right on the Hudson. Tent sites are very private with some dirt roads to exit out but thats what make it unique experience!"

      "Peaceful and gorgeous campsite, with plenty of space between sites. Great view of the Hudson, and playground within sight of our camper."

      from $30 - $60 / night

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      8. Kettletown State Park Campground

      4.3(12)25mi from Norwalk53 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Friendly staff"

      "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. "

      Campground full this weekend

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      from $17 - $50 / night

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      9. Lake Compounce Campground

      4.5(13)46mi from NorwalkRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "One of the problems with the location of the tent sites is that they are far away from the bathrooms."

      "Very well maintained and friendly staff will stay again when in the area. Does not have sewer hookups, but does have a dump station."

      10. Nickerson Beach Park Campground

      3.6(9)36mi from NorwalkRVs, Tents

      "Very nice family oriented, places the beach, which is great except for the birds watch out they come at you. They have a dog park basketball courts playground swimming just about everything."

      "It’s basically a parking lot, but it’s steps away from some of the greatest waves on the east coast. Showers are clean, there’s a dog park nearby, and the island is very bikable to get around."

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    RV Park Reviews near Norwalk, CT

    352 Reviews of 46 Norwalk Campgrounds

    • Nancy W.The Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 28, 2026

      Lake Compounce Campground

      Amusement Park Camping

      This campground is associated with a large amusement park. We were there in the fall when the amusement park was closed so the campground was not very busy but image it would have a very crowded feel if you were there during the summer. The RV sites are buddy sites which is never our favorite set-up (unless we are traveling with friends). Luckily, there was no one in the site next to us during our stay. The campground is big rig-friendly with roads and sites wide and long enough to accommodate any size RV; however, the road and roundabout you encounter when entering the campground is tight. There was very little traffic when we entered so navigating the entrance booth and roundabout was doable. The RV slots you pull into to check in at registration are far too short to accommodate large RVs with their tow vehicles and we ended up taking up four spaces. The tent sites are set away from the cabins and RV sites. Some are nicely tucked up against the tree line while others are in a grassy area and others are sandy nestled under some scrubby pine trees. One of the problems with the location of the tent sites is that they are far away from the bathrooms. Garbage cans are scattered throughout the campground so you don’t have to walk very far to dump your trash. There is no sewer but the electric (50-amp) worked well. There is cable but the channels were not HD so we switched to our over-the-air antenna and got great HD reception with about 60 channels. There is wifi but we could not get it at our site so we just used our Verizon hotspot (which had great reception). The water pressure is very high so we dialed our regulator back to around 45.  Roads and sites are gravel. All the sites are level and have a picnic table and fire pit.  We noticed that some of the fire pits needed to be cleaned out because rude campers littered them with water bottles, cans, and other garbage in the fire pits. One of the downsides is the noise from local recycling/transfer station. There is a dump station set to the side as you enter/exit. It was a little tight for us getting our 45’ RV in there but it was doable. There is only one sewer dump so we can image that it can be pretty backed up on Sundays when everybody checks out.

    • DThe Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 19, 2026

      Black Rock State Park Campground

      Black Rock State Campground

      The staff were very friendly and helpful. The facilities: bathrooms, showers, dump station were spotless. The sites vary from tent only to some sites offering electric. Quiet, peaceful, lovely campground!

    • K
      Sep. 9, 2026

      Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground

      Check site photos first

      Definitely a wide variety of sites—look at the site pictures before booking—there are two areas where it’s just an open field with bonfires and picnic tables that I’d avoid. I could see a large group going there or something but personally it doesn’t offer any privacy.

      BUT if you book one of the other sites that DOES have privacy you’ll be in camping heaven. The “hike in” sites are more like “walk-in,” I was worried at first but it’s some are as little as a few yards from the road. The most annoying part was lugging the cooler back and forth, but totally worth it

    • SThe Dyrt Pro User
      Aug. 27, 2026

      Hammonasset State Park Campground

      Outstanding campground, park and location

      Overall a superb spot to either stay put and enjoy the camp, park and beach or to use as a base to explore the region. Huge campground, yet peaceful. Online map would make it seem spaces are tight but it is a very big area and so ample room to stretch out your space. Not a lot of privacy as most spaces are out in the open or light tree area but it is not an invasive feeling situation. Very popular for CT families with biking, walking and the beautiful beach right here. Lots of grass, level sites. A few sites have electric but not many and this seems to be the big rig area. Most people are tent or small camper setups. Bathrooms clean, hot water reasonable temp. Dish washing stations at each restroom. Movies at night (kids). The state park is really pretty and well maintained. The area towns are very pretty and remarkably quiet in general (not many tourist traps) and its easy to access various shoreline parks, drives, viewpoints. I'd avoid the spots very nearest the park road as it does get a lot of day visitors to the park/beach. I'm here late August and schools go back this week so midweek the campground is less than half full but I believe it will fill for the weekend.

    • Maureen F.
      Aug. 13, 2026

      Smith Point County Park

      Family friendly and clean

      Families are all around. Place is clean. Several play areas for children. Office upon 24/7. Also they added an Activity Room for kids. Beach accessible and great views.

    • JThe Dyrt Pro User
      Aug. 11, 2026

      Beaver Pond Campground in Harriman State Park

      Bare bones

      No hookups. It was wooded, quiet and dark at night. I used the dump station on my way out. The first time I ever saw a poop fountain. The sewer opening sticks up above ground level. The cover swivels away, so I couldn't put it on top of my hose. And then, when I tried to rinse it, there was nowhere for it to go, because the inlet is elevated.

    • Susie B.The Dyrt Pro User
      Jul. 25, 2026

      Black Rock State Park Campground

      Loud, no privacy, not very wooded

      This is not the place to come if what you are looking for is a nice quiet, peaceful nature retreat. The "full shade" sites really aren't, it's crowded with kids yelling and running everywhere, and honestly, you're better off camping in your backyard.

    • JThe Dyrt Pro User
      Jul. 17, 2026

      Totoket Valley RV Park

      Very Friendly and quick check in/out!

      I was in the area and needed a location to hook up. Temperature at 7:00 p.m. was 85 in July which is expected. They're able to get me in for the night. Quick and easy. Had smoke from the Canadian Wildfire which made for a good sunset

    • Julia B.The Dyrt Pro User
      Jul. 2, 2026

      Lake Compounce Campground

      Very clean, friendly staff and not crowded

      We arrived after 10pm so we couldn’t go into the general store to check in. But there was an envelope with our name and a description of where we had to go. Because it was so dark we couldn’t find it but the security guard was really helpful and showed us the way. We spent a really quiet night at this campground at a tent site with our rooftop tent and appreciated the clean showers and friendly staff. We would come back anytime.

    Guide to Norwalk

    Camping options near Norwalk, Connecticut include both seasonal and year-round facilities within a one-hour drive radius. The area's mixed woodland terrain and temperate climate create favorable camping conditions from May through October, with average summer temperatures ranging between 65-85°F. Most campgrounds in the region close seasonally due to winter conditions, typically reopening in mid to late April.

    What to do

    Swimming at natural beaches: Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground in Carmel, NY offers swimming at Canopus Lake with a concession area and bathhouse. "They have a nice open beach on Canopus Lake with a concession area and bathhouse, which we found to be quite clean! They even have boat rentals - or you can bring your own boat to launch," notes one visitor.

    Hiking on varied terrain: Beaver Pond Campground provides access to multiple hiking trails within Harriman State Park. "Hike trails are all over the place and the lake is nearby," mentions a camper who found the location convenient for outdoor exploration.

    Amusement park access: Lake Compounce Campground in Bristol offers direct access to an adjacent amusement park. "This is attached to an amusement park but far enough away not to be a bother," writes one reviewer who appreciated the balance between entertainment and peaceful camping.

    What campers like

    Privacy between sites: Kettletown State Park Campground in Southbury offers secluded camping spots. "We love this State Park because it's close to our home for a quick getaway," writes one camper, while another mentioned "Sites are close together so recommend reserving two for more space."

    Easy NYC access: Liberty Harbor RV Park in Jersey City provides convenient city access for day trips. "This is all about location. The closest RV park to NYC. Pick one of the larger end row sites to get a little extra elbow room," advises a regular visitor who used public transportation into Manhattan.

    Clean facilities: Many campers highlight facility cleanliness as a key factor. "Restrooms are clean and spacious. Showers are great. Whoever planned this campground is/was a camper," notes a visitor to Lake Compounce Campground, appreciating the thoughtful design elements.

    What you should know

    Space constraints: Many campgrounds in the region have limited space between sites. At Lake Compounce, "You will face your neighbor door to door but enough room between you don't feel invaded," explains one camper who still found the arrangement acceptable.

    Seasonal limitations: Most swimming areas close after Labor Day. A Kettletown visitor reported, "The beach is closed after Labor Day to the public, but open to people staying at the campsite. Clean and beautiful."

    Reservation requirements: Campgrounds fill quickly during peak periods. "Weekends - this park is FULL! Make sure to reserve at least two weeks out. Weekdays? You should be in luck!" advises a camper at Clarence Fahnestock State Park.

    Wildlife awareness: Be prepared to manage food properly. "Keep your food in the dry bag and away from the tent or benches provided or face the packs of fearless racoons at night," warns a camper at Croton Point Park.

    Tips for camping with families

    Playground access: [Croton Point Park](https://thedyrt.

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    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Norwalk, CT is Liberty Harbor RV Park with a 3.8-star rating from 16 reviews.

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