Best Campgrounds near Pomfret Center, CT

Campgrounds near Pomfret Center, Connecticut provide a mix of established facilities and natural settings along rivers and forests in the northeastern part of the state. Wolf Den Campground at Mashamoquet Brook State Park offers basic tent and RV sites with paved parking pads and access to hiking trails, while West Thompson Lake Campground features lean-to sites and water-based recreation. Most campgrounds in the area accommodate tents, RVs, and cabins, with several offering glamping options for those seeking more comfort.

The camping season in this region typically runs from late April through mid-October, with most campgrounds closing after Columbus Day. "This small state park campground offers basic campsites with running water and showers, open Memorial Day to Columbus Day," noted one visitor about Wolf Den Campground. Many campgrounds require reservations, particularly on summer weekends and holidays. The area experiences typical New England weather patterns with humid summers and cold winters, making spring and fall particularly pleasant for camping. Some campgrounds like Charlie Brown and Stateline Campresort provide full hookups and amenities, while state parks offer more basic facilities with varying levels of services.

Waterfront camping represents a significant draw in the region, with several campgrounds situated along rivers and lakes. The Natchaug River provides recreation opportunities at Charlie Brown Campground and Peppertree Camping, where visitors enjoy fishing and tubing. A camper described Peppertree as "situated on the Nachaug River, so it's a popular fishing site; we had more fun tubing down the river." West Thompson Lake Campground receives consistent praise for its quiet environment and water activities, though swimming is prohibited in some locations. Many campsites offer good separation between sites with trees providing shade and privacy. Families appreciate the playgrounds, organized activities, and natural settings that allow children to explore while maintaining access to basic amenities like showers and toilets.

Best Camping Sites Near Pomfret Center, Connecticut (143)

    1. George Washington State Campground

    25 Reviews
    Pascoag, RI
    11 miles
    +1 (401) 568-6700

    $18 - $75 / night

    "So if you are confused about things like location, let’s knock that out first: This campground is located near 2185 Putnam Pike, Chepachet, RI 02814."

    "The campground was safe, nicely laid out so we could have a series of sites next to one another. Biking was a blast for the kids along with trail hike around pond, beach, and fishing."

    2. Brialee Family Campground

    14 Reviews
    Ashford, CT
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 303-2267

    $25 - $150 / night

    "Swimming lake, canoeing lake, pool, playgrounds. Choice of shade in trees or open field. Nice sites. Decent laundry and showers. Great place with kids.....lots of seasonal, but plenty short term."

    "Nice hiking around the area. Bathrooms are clean. Good for kids/families."

    3. West Thompson Lake Campground

    8 Reviews
    Grosvenor Dale, CT
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 923-3121

    $15 - $30 / night

    "They have bathrooms and showers close by that (if I remember correctly/things haven’t changed too much in the past couple of years) were in relatively decent shape compared to others I’ve been in at campgrounds"

    "centrally located bathrooms/showers basketball court, playground and ampitheatre to keep the kids busy. hiking trails galore, disk golf, and swimming nearby. so fun!"

    4. Charlie Brown Campground

    8 Reviews
    Eastford, CT
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 974-0142

    "Surrounded by the Natchaug forest, and adjacent to the Natchaug River. Great activities for everyone."

    "Activities were still available with social distancing of course due to Covid. Close by was Taylor Brooke Winery which was the perfect place to while away a late summer afternoon."

    5. Stateline Campresort & Cabins

    9 Reviews
    Ballouville, CT
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 774-3016

    $25 - $50 / night

    "The manager came up and they assigned me to a site next to the frog pond, but with our little kids I was t too keen on staying literally on the pond."

    6. Wolf Den Campground — Mashamoquet Brook State Park

    4 Reviews
    Pomfret Center, CT
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 928-6121

    $14 - $29 / night

    "Close to a small walking path and a larger intermediate hiking trail. Bathrooms were clean and staff were friendly. Would definitely stay again."

    "Wished we had time to check out the hiking trails accessible from the campground."

    7. Wilderness Lake Park

    14 Reviews
    Willington, CT
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 684-6352

    $70 / night

    "Connecticut is LACKING when it comes to outdoor activities when compared to some of the places around the country."

    "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."

    8. Nickerson Park Family Campground

    4 Reviews
    Chaplin, CT
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 455-0007

    $45 - $55 / night

    "Staffers and other campers said kids tube down it when it's warmer, then just hop out and walk back through the camp to start over again.  Walmart & Aldi's is 10-15 minutes away."

    9. Wells State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Sturbridge, MA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 347-9257

    $17 - $55 / night

    "Beautiful campground in a nice central location nearby several nice towns in Central Massachusetts."

    "The campsites are a nice size to drive your car up to and still have ample tent/picnic table/fire space. Camp sites are clearly labeled and none are that far of a walk from the beach or bathrooms."

    10. Peppertree Camping

    2 Reviews
    Ashford, CT
    7 miles
    Website

    "It’s a quiet campground, located right on a river. My children spent hours in it playing and fishing. Looking forward to returning."

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Recent Reviews near Pomfret Center, CT

675 Reviews of 143 Pomfret Center Campgrounds


  • Sue B.
    Oct. 23, 2025

    Green Falls Campground

    Inexpensive and primitive

    We like Green Falls. Again, it is inexpensive and kinda primitive, but it sure also quiet and a real woods camping environment. Take a hike around the pond, fish and swim in season, and enjoy a laid back approach to your time here.

  • Sue B.
    Oct. 23, 2025

    Mount Misery Campground

    Great spot for no frills camping

    We loved Mt. Misery. We spent $17/night, and we know what to expect at that price point. We stayed during fall foliage season and even though CT has had a drought this year, there were still pretty colors to see. We hiked to the overlook of Mt. Misery and had a great time geocaching and enjoying the trails. We found the campsites to be decent, and a number of them did afford privacy and space, we had 4 people and 3 dogs on our site, and had plenty of room for our travel trailer and 2 tents. We will be back here for sure.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 14, 2025

    Crocker's Boatyard

    Great spot and good communication

    Was in town for the Elvis show. This was minutes from downtown definitely walkable. Will be back again!

  • Phillip H.
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Mystic KOA

    KOA Mystic

    From the first interaction you see this KOA is customer focused. The staff is friendly, professional and helpful. The grounds are well maintained as are the facilities.

  • Aly E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 29, 2025

    Burlingame State Park Campground

    Giant area to pick a spot!

    So half the camp ground is closed for bathroom renovations but that still left the whole other half open and the whole campground by the water! The showers aren’t good, but that always comes with coin showers and not being able to choose the temperature. Site wise no one was around us so it was extra quiet and the park rangers are always around so always help if you need it. Walmart is less than ten minutes away too if you’re needing anything. Great location and best park in Rhode Island. Can’t wait to go back and have the bathroom renovations done!

  • Kathleen S.
    Sep. 29, 2025

    Normandy Farms Campground

    Loud and crowded!

    Know what you are getting... This is a family resort that charges$20/per night, per person, OVER the two people rate. It is loud, crowded, with golf carts and kids running around. It is a resort campground with pools, frisbee court and etc... This is not a quiet, restful place to stay to visit Boston and the surrounding area or to visit family in town. Entry is gated and controlled. Want to bring your college daughter back after dinner- forget it,$20 for her and$20 her friend, for 1-2 hour visit after 7:00 PM at night! When we return, we will stay at Spacious Skies CG or the state park. The cost and inconvenience is not worth it!

  • S
    Sep. 27, 2025

    Fishermens Memorial State Park Campground

    Close to a beach, serenity hiding in city life

    Some areas to hike on a small scale. Nice view of the water. No ocean views. Many unlevel sites. Fairly close together.

  • Ryan G.
    Sep. 27, 2025

    Mount Misery Campground

    Lived up to its name

    Sites/facilities were as expected and I could have been very satisfied with our 1 night stay.  There are a lot of rules for camping here, which is confusing because there does not appear to be anyone to enforce them.  Late arrivals? Noise? I suspect that the couple who pulled into the site next to ours after 10PM with two cars and an infant are homeless and poached the site.  They were not there for the hiking or the camping experience and their infant child screamed or babbled through most of the night.  That plus the adults talking, car doors opening and closing, engine running, baby einstein videos playing...  In the morning they packed up and left.  I'm not an advocate of criminalizing homelessness, but if you are looking for a night in the woods listening to crickets and owls, this is not the place.

  • Michael
    Sep. 20, 2025

    The Quarry Campground

    The Quarry Campground

    Very quiet. At night all you can hear is the crackling of the campfire.


Guide to Pomfret Center

Camping near Pomfret Center, Connecticut offers a mix of waterfront experiences and woodland settings across northeastern Connecticut's rural landscape. The region sits at approximately 600 feet elevation with rolling hills and multiple rivers providing natural boundaries between campgrounds. Camping seasons typically run from mid-April through mid-October, though some locations like Wilderness Lake Park extend their season through early December.

What to do

River recreation: At Charlie Brown Campground on the Natchaug River, tubing is especially popular. "My entire family enjoyed themselves so much, that we've already reserved a site for a few weeks from now. Arts and crafts, tractor rides, and of course the tubing down the river. Lots of built-in entertainment for the kids!" shares Michael.

Hiking trails: Wells State Park Campground offers multiple trail options surrounding Walker Pond. "There is a nice beach for children. The water was warm and clean. You can kayak or canoe. The dogs cannot go on the beach, but they can go in the boats," notes Jessica W.

Disc golf: Wilderness Lake Park has recently added a disc golf course to their amenities. "There was a hiking trail on the property and the host mentioned they were building a Disc Golf course on the property. Whether you have an RV, want to Car Glamp or looking to feel deep in the woods, this place checks all the boxes," reports Robert L.

Fishing access: Peppertree Camping sits directly on the Natchaug River, providing prime fishing spots. Gail M. notes, "It's situated on the Nachaug River, so it's a popular fishing site; we had more fun tubing down the river. The area is peaceful and has sites right on the river some and further away for tents and trailers."

What campers like

Private wooded sites: Many campers appreciate the natural separation between sites at West Thompson Lake Campground. "We've camped here twice so far and can't wait to be back. This campground is very small and quiet, but the lake and adjoining river offer hours of fun for small craft," explains Cynthia K.

Clean facilities: George Washington State Campground maintains exceptionally clean facilities. "Sites were well spaced and provided some privacy depending on your site choice. Grounds were well kept, bathrooms were very clean with hot showers (bring quarters, $1.50 for 6mins). Staff was friendly and helpful, with park rangers making regular rounds," reports Nick P.

Peaceful atmosphere: Many campsites in the region offer quiet settings away from urban noise. Jeremiah F. describes West Thompson Lake: "The sites were not very secluded from each other, but there were not a lot of other campers when we went so it wasn't a problem for us. They have bathrooms and showers close by that were in relatively decent shape."

Waterfront options: Multiple campgrounds offer sites directly on water. At Stateline Campresort & Cabins, "The sites are very well set up. You have your pick of shady sites or sites with no trees. Clean, wooded and open sites some overlook a large pond. Boat rentals, pool, game room available," notes Tony O.

What you should know

Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds require reservations, especially for summer weekends. At Brialee Family Campground, weekend slots fill quickly due to popularity. "Fairly large campground. Tent sites available but mostly RV/Campers. WiFi in common areas isn't great so if you're planning on working during some down time, this isn't the place," cautions Kailie G.

Campground gate policies: Some facilities have specific entry rules. At West Thompson Lake Campground, one reviewer notes they "close the gate to enter at 9pm," which affects late arrivals.

Swimming restrictions: Not all waterfront campsites allow swimming. Wells State Park has swimming available but one visitor mentioned, "I knocked a star because I think the swimming area could be bigger and raked."

Cash-only policies: Several campgrounds require cash payment. At Wilderness Lake Park, Hails L. advises: "Heads up, they are cash or Venmo only so be prepared."

Tips for camping with families

Activity-focused sites: Wolf Den Campground — Mashamoquet Brook State Park offers multiple kid-friendly options. "Son and I stayed from Friday to Sunday. Easy to find the camp and the plot, well marked. Very nice sized lots. Large open areas for kids and adults to play during day and star gaze at night," reports a visitor named "175 P."

Scheduled programs: Brialee Family Campground organizes regular activities for children. "They make sure the weekends are for families," notes Linda L., while Michelle D. adds, "There were all kinds of activities (kick-ball, ect) that everyone could participate in, a great play ground, and easy to navigate."

Waterfront safety: Parents should note specific water restrictions at each location. At Wells State Park, Lauren C. explains, "Camp sites are clearly labeled and none are that far of a walk from the beach or bathrooms. There were lots of families camping when I last visited, and also a handful of dogs joining campers."

Playground access: Multiple campgrounds feature playground equipment. At Stateline Campresort & Cabins, facilities include "a big pool and pond to fish at," according to David P., making it ideal for families with varied interests.

Tips from RVers

Site leveling considerations: At Wells State Park, RVers should be selective about sites. One reviewer warned about Site #39: "Very un-level, with a steep, narrow driveway. Combined with the winding, tree-lined loop road, there was no way we were going to be able to back into that site in the dark."

Full hookup availability: Charlie Brown Campground offers partial hookups with limitations. Johnny W. notes: "Grey dump only due to river so no biggie. Staff was friendly and there was some stuff to do. Crafts for kids a band a wagon ride. Good place overall and great price."

Seasonal demographics: Dave B. observes that at Brialee Family Campground, "This is a large seasonal oriented campground. The staff was not well trained and or not oriented to short term campers. There was no WiFi service as advertised and cell service was poor."

Dump station access: Most campgrounds provide dump stations rather than full sewer hookups. At Charlie Brown, one visitor mentions the availability of "water, electric, gray water hookup" at $63 per night, with a separate fee for pump-out services.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Pomfret Center, CT?

According to TheDyrt.com, Pomfret Center, CT offers a wide range of camping options, with 143 campgrounds and RV parks near Pomfret Center, CT and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

Which is the most popular campground near Pomfret Center, CT?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Pomfret Center, CT is George Washington State Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 25 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Pomfret Center, CT?

According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Pomfret Center, CT.

What parks are near Pomfret Center, CT?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 15 parks near Pomfret Center, CT that allow camping, notably Westville Lake and Buffumville Lake.