RV sites near Oakdale, Connecticut provide access to the surrounding Thames River watershed, where elevations range from sea level to about 500 feet. Most campgrounds in this region sit on former farmland that has been converted to recreational use. Summer temperatures typically reach 80-85°F with moderate humidity, creating comfortable camping conditions from late spring through early fall.
What to do
Paddle the local waterways: At Aces High RV Park, campers can enjoy water recreation on the property. "There is a creek area for dog swimming. Our two labs loved it! Local kayaking areas and about 30 min to Foxwoods Casino, even closer to Mohegan Sun," notes camper April L.
Visit historic attractions: Staying at campgrounds near Oakdale puts you close to regional historic sites. One visitor at Sun Outdoors Mystic shared, "One day we launched our kayaks north of the drawbridge in town at the public launch and paddled down to Mystic Seaport which was fun to see the historic boats from the water."
Play mini-golf: Several campgrounds offer on-site mini-golf or are located near courses. A camper at Sun Outdoors Mystic remarked, "The mini golf course was actually really nice and not the run-down homemade ones that you usually see at campgrounds." Another reviewer noted, "Nearby (5min drive) is also a fun looking place for mini golf."
What campers like
Spacious sites: Many RV parks in the region offer generous spacing between camping spots. At Aces High RV Park, a reviewer noted, "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."
Clean facilities: Campers frequently mention well-maintained bathrooms and showers as a highlight. "The bathrooms in the campground were newer and immaculate," reports a visitor to Sun Outdoors Mystic. At Thousand Trails Sturbridge, a camper shared, "Running showers and flushable bathroom was very close."
Water recreation: Ponds and swimming areas receive positive mentions at several campgrounds. A visitor to Thousand Trails Sturbridge noted, "Cool pond for paddle boats and canoeing! Family friendly." At Countryside RV Park, a visitor mentioned there's an "easy drive to lake/fishing."
What you should know
Seasonal operations: While the existing description covers general seasonal timeframes, specific camping areas have different schedules. According to Mark T. at Countryside RV Park, visitors can expect "Water, electric & sewer sites. Very quite, rules are in-forced. This is camping, if you're looking for entertainment bring your own!"
Cell service variations: Connection quality varies significantly between campgrounds. At Timber Creek RV Campground, cell reception can be limited while at Thousand Trails Sturbridge, a reviewer noted, "Cell reception is not great. Camp link Wifi for a fee is workable unless you need to do zoom calls."
Management differences: Campground management styles vary substantially across the region. At Strawberry Park, a visitor observed, "Easy check in right at front gate, Didn't even have to get out of the truck. Was handed map and daily activity list."
Tips for camping with families
Look for multiple recreation options: Some campgrounds offer numerous activities for children. At Strawberry Park, a camper shared, "Lots of things for kids to do. We watched a magician and played pickle ball on the courts. Kids had fun on the many play grounds."
Consider tent camping locations: For families tent camping, some RV parks offer designated areas. At Sun Outdoors Mystic, "There is a nice tent section that has a number of nice sites but do not have hookups but are located near a bathhouse. Just like RV sites, these have picnic tables and fire rings at each site."
Check playground conditions: Playground quality varies between campgrounds. At Strawberry Park, visitors note multiple play areas while a Thousand Trails Sturbridge camper observed, "The playground is nice though."
Tips from RVers
Site surface types: RV parks near Oakdale feature various pad surfaces. A visitor to Aces High RV Park noted, "Sites and roads are a pea gravel material and each site has large grassy areas around it." At Sun Outdoors Mystic, a camper mentioned, "Our site was a nice long, level pull-thru. Hook-ups were placed in ideal locations for the pad which was gravel."
Seasonal site availability: Long-term and seasonal camping is available at several parks. At Sun Outdoors Mystic, a visitor observed, "The park appears to have a fair number of seasonals tucked back in other areas of the park and their sites were nice and tidy."
Parking configurations: Some campgrounds offer specialized site arrangements. According to a visitor at Sun Outdoors Mystic, "We camped here with friends and got one of the 'buddy sites' so our patios faced each other. I like this configuration when camping with friends but would not like this site if we did not know our neighbors."
