Best Glamping near Old Saybrook Center, CT

Rocky Neck State Park Campground and Niantic KOA house premium glamping accommodations within easy reach of Old Saybrook Center. Situated along Connecticut's picturesque coastline, these locations offer a selection of upscale canvas accommodations and yurts that blend outdoor adventure with resort-style comfort. Each glamping unit features electricity, comfortable bedding, and climate control systems to ensure a pleasant stay regardless of weather conditions. "Charming, full of wonderful amenities and nice extras. Nice staff, fun coin scavenger hunt, great pool, well stocked store, wide sites, lots of grass/trees and space to stretch out," noted one visitor about Niantic KOA. The geodesic domes and safari-style tents provide a distinctive alternative to traditional camping, with private decks overlooking the natural surroundings and convenient access to modern bathhouses with hot showers.

Trails leading directly from the glamping sites connect to Rocky Neck's sandy beaches and scenic coastal overlooks, making water activities easily accessible for guests. The beach area features outdoor showers for rinsing off sand after a day spent swimming or beachcombing along the shore. One camper highlighted, "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." Niantic KOA enhances the resort camping experience with complimentary shuttle service to three local beaches and downtown Niantic, eliminating transportation concerns. The property also offers family-friendly amenities including mini-golf, a swimming pool, and organized activities like wagon rides and ice cream socials. Most glamping pods and canvas structures are available from May through October, with advance reservations strongly recommended during summer months when these premium accommodations book quickly.

Best Glamping Sites Near Old Saybrook Center, Connecticut (25)

    1. Rocky Neck State Park Campground

    23 Reviews
    South Lyme, CT
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 739-1339

    "every campsite has its own fire pit with a grill attachment and a picnic table. my site was tent only and you couldn’t pull your car up to the site so unloading and loading was a hassle. beach is a short"

    "Located right off I95 ( which you can hear at times), the park is convenient to all the major interstates and state roads."

    2. Niantic KOA

    13 Reviews
    South Lyme, CT
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 739-9308

    "This KOA Niantic CT location is about 2 hours from home. It was the perfect place (not far from home) to practice.  "

    "Nice staff, fun coin scavenger hunt, great pool, well stocked store, wide sites, lots of grass/trees and space to stretch out."

    3. Riverdale Farm Campsites

    11 Reviews
    Clinton, CT
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 669-5388

    "Decent location, not overrun with seasonal campers. We stayed for 3 nights, kids loved the area and playground. Wi-Fi was not so great unless we paid $6 a day for premium access."

    "Facilities are in good shape, friendly staff. Sites are very close to one another. Level pull through site. Quit in the evening!"

    4. Wolf's Den Family Campground

    7 Reviews
    Hadlyme, CT
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 873-9681

    "This place is off Route 9 in Connecticut on the east side of the Connecticut River (major RT 9 highway is on west side)."

    "Love the camp ground super kind staff and great room on camp sites"

    5. Odetah Camping Resort

    13 Reviews
    Bozrah, CT
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 889-4144

    "Tucked away in the woods I never knew this was there! Beautiful pond and a good mix of seasonal and overnight sites as well as cabins. Plenty of areas to walk our dogs and have them swim."

    "This place has everything from a pool, splash pad, boats, food, ice cream, lots of activities, friendly helpful staff, delivery to your site from the camp store and nice shaded spacious sites"

    6. Witch Meadow Lake Campground

    3 Reviews
    Salem, CT
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 859-1542

    "Swimming pool, facilities, small lake as well larger lakes in the surrounding area. Great location and campground. Love it."

    7. Burlingame State Park Campground

    51 Reviews
    Charlestown, RI
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (401) 322-8910

    $18 / night

    "Pros: Lovely location - it's in the middle of the woods, has a pond, has pond swimming. It's just minutes to the ocean by car. Hiking and biking for miles.

    Camp store - well stocked."

    "Things picked up on Friday/Saturday but overall we lucked out with no neighbors who were disrespectful of the quiet hours (10p - 7a)."

    8. Mystic KOA

    25 Reviews
    North Stonington, CT
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 599-5101

    "The only drawback is the proximity to Interstate 95. You can hear the highway very well at night, particularly in the safari field."

    "The campground staff did a great job managing the Covid regulations… We were able to use the pool, facilities and the store and never felt that we were compromised."

    9. Strawberry Park

    13 Reviews
    Griswold, CT
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 886-1944

    $60 - $120 / night

    "It was a bit too cold outside but the pools and hot tubs looked nice. Splash pad was clean and used by kids. Lots of roads to bike on and walk dogs. Live band on Saturday night was nice."

    "staff is very helpful when needed keep food locked up too many skunks!!!"

    10. Wildwood State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Wading River, NY
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (631) 929-4314

    $20 - $250 / night

    "Big Park 3 minute walk to the Long Island Sound. Have to rent a fire pit, so that is kind of lame. However Big restrooms with free luke warm showers, so that is kind of good."

    "Well , one of the best sites , big enough, some have platform, clean bathrooms,many showers ."

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Glamping Reviews near Old Saybrook Center, CT

273 Reviews of 25 Old Saybrook Center Campgrounds


  • Rachel P.
    Jun. 12, 2022

    Mystic KOA

    Awesome Sunsets at the Mystic KOA

    Didn’t quite feel like camping, but it was still a lovely weekend away at the Mystic KOA. We decided to head down to check out the aquarium and stayed at a deluxe cabin. It was cute and clean and furnished with linens, cookware, utensils, kitchen essentials, keurig coffee maker/pods, and full-sized fridge. Only complaint was an odd, musty smell we couldn’t quite figure out.

    The grounds are large with vast amounts of space. Be forewarned that it’s right off of 95, and the sound definitely carries. Trees are sparse in areas, but the sunsets were a nice trade off. Amenities seemed nice from what we could tell - cool outdoor movie screen, pools and playground, though we certainly didn’t get to enjoy these things in February.

  • Amy B.
    Jun. 28, 2021

    Glamp Frogmore

    Glamping at it's Best

    Glamp Frogmore offers the privacy of camping while offering extras to make a truly unique getaway. The large tent has a couch, an extremely comfortable bed (bamboo linens, pillows, and comforter included), battery powered lanterns, a battery powered fan, and games. The private campsite has a site for an additional pop-up tent (which they will include for a fee), a fire pit (firewood included), a Coleman stove, all cooking utensils, pots and pans, and an outhouse. Take one of the trails and visit the small pond with Adirondack chairs and a horseshoe pit. The site also abuts miles of Audubon trails. Optional extras include dinner in a cast iron pot delivered in the evening, coffee and breakfast delivered in the morning, a pop-up tent, a dog bed, a cooler stocked with ice and a sampling of local beer, or seltzers, or lemonade, s'mores fixings, and homemade chocolate chip cookies upon arrival.

  • SANDIE B.
    May. 29, 2019

    Charlie Brown Campground

    Well run Campground

    WE come here every year with our group, RVing Women Northeast Network for our first rally of the season each year for a number of years,  The reason we come back is the way we are treated, because they have pavilions that have a campfires pit and the roof is made so it takes the smoke straight up out of the pavilion yet is protective of those under the roof from rain etc.  VERY enjoyable.  We all park around this Pavillon.  IT is well kept, kids are entertained by parents and fishing etc.  Parties are present but they have quiet hour and it seems to be obeyed.

  • Linsey S.
    Sep. 13, 2021

    Mystic KOA

    Wasp Breeding Ground!

    Pros: Helpful staff, morning garbage pickup, excellent laundry facility, plenty of activities and amenities for children. Cons: Wasps!! Wasps everywhere!! We did our best to keep them at bay by lighting some sage but they were persistent. Not much privacy back in the tent/cabin areas, camp sites very close together and people have the ability to stare right into your site.

  • J
    Mar. 15, 2021

    Indian Island County Park

    Great location, beautiful views

    Wonderful weekend visit in the off season. Site was level, pretty spacious and easy to back into. Campsites are located close enough to the beach/marsh. Multiple playgrounds for the kids although they were closed due to Covid. No sewers sites that I could tell, and water was off because we were a week shy of the season opening. Needed to move to dump station prior to leaving (2 night visit) and had to drive to fill the fresh water tank once while there. Nice neighbors. Dog friendly. People obeyed the quiet hours. I have not one complaint. There were hiking trails and geocaching on site. 4 stars bc no sewer at the campsite and we like full hook ups and honestly I’m guessing this is a county rule but the playgrounds could’ve been open. Outside and socially distanced after dealing with Covid for a whole year and most local parks and playgrounds being open since last May... that was upsetting. All in all we had a great weekend. Close to the LI aquarium as well! Many stores and a golf course near by too!

  • Carli V.
    Jul. 23, 2018

    Rocky Neck State Park Campground

    great experience

    every campsite has its own fire pit with a grill attachment and a picnic table. my site was tent only and you couldn’t pull your car up to the site so unloading and loading was a hassle. beach is a short drive on site and the showers were one site over. I had a great time

  • L
    Aug. 16, 2020

    Wilderness Lake Park

    Cute place

    My family and I stayed here a few years ago in the tent area. Not all sites are secluded, but we were the only ones so it was nice and private. At the time there was only one port-a-potty for the tent area we were in and no water source. It’s a dog friendly park which was good for us, our dog could swim in the lake with us. Cute patio overlooking the lake as well with seating. Wood delivery is awesome especially since tent area is a slight distance from office, but that is also a bonus so you’re away from the RV sites. Also price is reasonable for a private campground considering the rates a lot of other places charge.

  • Tracy D.
    Sep. 16, 2018

    Highland Campground

    Older but lots to do

    The campground is older, and the roads/driveways need work. For those looking for newer facilities, this isn't the place. There are no 50 amp sites. The rec hall and the bath houses are old, but we don't mind the old fashioned spots at times. Reminds me of camping as a kid. There are a lot of activities for the kids and adults. Shuffleboard, bocci ball, fishing, bingo, playground, pit luck dinners, etc. There is wifi available.

    There are a lot of seasonal campers which can sometimes feel like you're intruding on their space. There is a page of rules to follow, the seasonals ignore them.

    There is no black water hookup, only gray water. You have to have them clean out the black or dump on the way out.

  • April L.
    Apr. 4, 2019

    Odetah Camping Resort

    Had no idea it was there!

    Stayed in October 2018. Tucked away in the woods I never knew this was there! Beautiful pond and a good mix of seasonal and overnight sites as well as cabins. Plenty of areas to walk our dogs and have them swim. Playgrounds, bath houses throughout and fully stocked camp store with anything you could ever need. Organized events, cafe on site and quick drive (or Uber ride) to Mohegan Sun.


Guide to Old Saybrook Center

Rocky Neck State Park Campground and Niantic KOA offer tent camping options within a 15-minute drive of Old Saybrook Center, Connecticut. The campgrounds sit along the Long Island Sound coastline where the average summer water temperature reaches 70°F. From primitive tent sites to full-hookup RV spots, the area provides camping accommodations across all budget ranges with most campgrounds open from May through October.

What to do

Beach access: Rocky Neck State Park provides both camping and beach activities in one location. "The beach is a short drive on site and the showers were one site over. I had a great time," notes a camper at Rocky Neck State Park Campground. The park has designated swimming areas with outdoor rinse stations available during summer months.

Hiking trails: The wooded surroundings near Riverdale Farm Campsites connect to multiple walking paths. "We did bingo and it was a blast. It was a beautiful day on the beach pond," mentions a visitor at Riverdale Farm Campsites. Most trails remain open year-round, with peak conditions from April through November.

Water activities: Kayaking and fishing opportunities exist throughout the region. "Anyone with kayaks can't easily get to boat launch. It's 4-5 miles by car at 4 mile river boat launch," advises a camper at Rocky Neck. Water craft rentals average $30-50 per day at local outfitters, with fishing licenses required for anglers over 16.

What campers like

Spacious sites: Many campgrounds in the region offer well-sized camping areas. "Sites are very large and spaced out for privacy. The staff was friendly and helpful," according to a visitor at Niantic KOA. Most sites include a fire ring, picnic table, and parking for one vehicle.

Clean facilities: Bathroom cleanliness ranks high in camper priorities. "Immaculate bathrooms... every night we went to bed tired and looking forward to doing it all again the next day," shares an enthusiast at Odetah Camping Resort. Most campgrounds provide hot showers for registered guests.

Organized activities: Scheduled events keep campers entertained throughout their stay. "Lots to do at the campground especially for kids. Each weekend has a big schedule of events- farmers' market, themed activities and a band," notes a visitor at Odetah Camping Resort. Activities typically run from Memorial Day through Labor Day with reduced programming during shoulder seasons.

What you should know

Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds near Old Saybrook require advance booking, especially during peak season. "We had booked a month and we were supposed to be staying right next to family. Due to a problem with the site she moved us clear across the park," explains a camper at Riverdale Farm Campsites. Reservations open 6-9 months in advance for most locations.

Site variations: Not all camping areas offer the same experience or amenities. "Equal mix of RVs big and small as well as many tents. Sites include one paved parking spot (ours was very muddy) a fire pit and a picnic table. No water or electric hookup," details a visitor at Rocky Neck State Park Campground. Site maps and detailed information should be reviewed before booking.

Shower facilities: Bathroom access varies widely between campgrounds. "The skunks are friendly! Great for kids," mentions a camper at Wolf's Den Family Campground. Most campgrounds clean facilities daily, though heavy usage during weekends can impact cleanliness.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Multiple kid-friendly areas exist throughout regional campgrounds. "They had great amenities and activities for the kids. Plus a costume contest and tricker treating," shares a visitor at Odetah Camping Resort about their Halloween camping experience. Most playgrounds cater to children ages 2-12.

Wildlife viewing: Natural animal encounters provide educational opportunities. "I have seen deer, turkeys, many birds, skunks, raccoons, and other wildlife along the way," reports a camper at Rocky Neck. Morning and evening hours offer the best wildlife viewing times, with quiet observation essential.

Activity planning: Structured programs help keep younger campers entertained. "They are close to local beaches and hiking trails. Our site was roomy and for the most part all functioned as it was supposed to," notes a long-term visitor at Strawberry Park. Weekend activities typically start around 10am and continue through early evening.

Tips from RVers

Hookup availability: Service connections vary significantly between campgrounds. "Nice campground in the woods near hadlyme," states a visitor at Wolf's Den Family Campground. Most RV-friendly sites offer 30/50 amp electrical connections with water, though sewer hookups may be limited.

Site leveling: Terrain can present challenges for larger vehicles. "There are only a couple of 'primitive' sites here, and I do not recommend those sites because they are very close to the dumpsters," advises a camper about Mystic KOA. Bringing leveling blocks remains essential for most area campgrounds.

Dump station access: Waste disposal options must be considered for extended stays. "Grey dump at site. Power and water at every site. Very very clean. 50x30 sites common," reports an RVer at Wolf's Den Family Campground. Most facilities provide dumping services either at individual sites or at centralized stations, sometimes for additional fees.

Frequently Asked Questions

What glamping options are available in Old Saybrook Center, Connecticut?

The Old Saybrook area offers several glamping options for those seeking an elevated camping experience. Glamp Frogmore provides a unique private glamping experience with large furnished tents including comfortable beds with bamboo linens, a couch, battery-powered lanterns and fans, and games. For those preferring more substantial structures, Mystic KOA offers deluxe cabins that are clean, cute, and fully furnished with linens, cookware, kitchen essentials, and Keurig coffee makers, providing a comfortable base for exploring nearby attractions.

What luxury amenities are included at Old Saybrook Center glamping sites?

Glamping sites near Old Saybrook Center feature impressive luxury amenities that elevate the camping experience. Odetah Camping Resort offers a beautiful pond setting with cabins, fully stocked camp store, bath houses throughout the property, and designated dog swimming areas. Charlie Brown Campground provides pavilions with campfire pits specially designed with roofs that direct smoke upward, creating comfortable gathering spaces. Many sites include full beds with quality linens, private bathrooms, kitchen facilities, electricity, air conditioning/heating, and outdoor living spaces with fire pits and grills.

What is the best season for glamping at Old Saybrook Center?

Late spring through early fall (May-October) offers the ideal glamping season in Old Saybrook Center. Summer provides perfect weather for enjoying the nearby beaches at Rocky Neck State Park Campground, which features convenient amenities like fire pits, grill attachments, and picnic tables at each site. Fall brings spectacular foliage and fewer crowds. Some sites like Burlingame State Park Campground remain open into autumn with reduced services. Winter glamping is limited as many facilities close or operate with restricted amenities during the off-season.