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Rocky Neck State Park Campground allows pets across all site types, including tent, RV, cabin and glamping accommodations. Both Crocker's Boatyard and Aces High RV Park maintain well-managed pet areas that keep sites clean for animal visitors. Campgrounds near Quaker Hill consistently offer pet-friendly policies, with several properties featuring designated walking paths for dogs. The bathrooms at Sun Outdoors Mystic are spotless and newly painted, making longer stays with pets more comfortable. Most campgrounds in the region require pets to be leashed when outside RVs or tents, though some properties provide designated exercise areas where dogs can run freely. Mystic KOA, located approximately 20 minutes from Quaker Hill, permits multiple pets per site with advance notification.
Hiking trails near East Lyme campgrounds accommodate pets year-round, with several parks offering water access where dogs can swim during summer months. Campers regularly mention the dog-friendly creek area at Aces High RV Park where labs particularly enjoy swimming. Seasonal considerations impact pet camping, as summer heat requires extra water and shade provisions, while shoulder seasons offer more comfortable temperatures for active dogs. Nearby veterinary services can be found within 15-20 minutes of most campgrounds, with emergency clinics located in larger surrounding towns. Most properties enforce quiet hours starting at 10pm, when excessive barking becomes prohibited. The campground at Rocky Neck State Park provides convenient beach access approximately 20 minutes walking distance from pet-friendly sites, requiring no additional entrance fees for campers.
"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."
"Located right off I95 ( which you can hear at times), the park is convenient to all the major interstates and state roads."
from $20 - $70 / night
Check Availability"Which was walking distance from the boat yard. Had a bite to eat at the Blue Duck, it was fine. Saw the show and walk back to the boat yard."
"Easy access to the boatyard at night; pulled in, picked a spot and all good. Enjoyed the pool.
Walked to Fort Trumbull.
Recommend Crockers."
from $50 - $75 / night
Check Availability"Lots of places around to go sightseeing. Most of the area isn’t dog friendly, so be careful if you take your pet. No problem at the campground"
"During our stay we enjoyed our campsite as it was close to the pool. The grounds were beautiful to walk on with water nearby and little places to explore."
"Good for pets, there are two dumping spots each with two dumps,I would definitely go back."
"It's about an hour away from us-- but it felt like a different place."
from $18 - $50 / night
Check Availability"His place in Niantic Connecticut very close to downtown and the beach which they have a shuttle for. The staff is very friendly, courteous and knowledgeable of the area."
"Close to level parking pad, with table and very nice brick firepit. Sites not too close together. I had woods behind me. I would definitely camp here again."
"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."
"We had two sites side by side for our group of 7 and two dogs. The staff will deliver wood right to your site. The only con is the sites are not very private...at all."
"Plenty of open space a dog park area. 3 pools a kiddie pool and outdoor in ground hot tub. Golf cart rentals. Very clean and accommodating"
"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."
from $60 - $120 / night
Check Availability"Pet friendly with plenty of area to walk. Close to I-95 and 15 minutes from the beach. fishing areas for the kids. Spots are well organized and no issues with hookups."
"Sites and roads are a pea gravel material and each site has large grassy areas around it. It was a quiet area with ponds and creeks and a generally relaxing setting."
from $74 - $80 / night
Check Availability"This park is in a great location for exploring Mystic. You are close to downtown, the aquarium, Mystic Seaport and other attractions."
"Seaport RV is a great, spacious campground with many amenities and a location close to Mystic."
"There are trails behind the sites along a large marsh. The wildlife was incredible, a beaver family family lives in the marsh so every night around 10 they would be up splashing around loudly."
"The sites are very open, not wooded so you have little privacy from adjacent sites."
from $14 / night
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ScoutThe campground is close to relatively easy hiking trails and Portsmouth Dog Park. Clean site areas, but many are on a slight slop so leveling blocks are needed. We Took one of the nearby Trails get to the Portsmouth Publick House restaurant, which is dog friendly, for lunch. The waterfall along the blue trail is picture worthy.
GuideMost amazing weekend with tons of woods (privacy is huge for us). Very friendly guests and staff! Amazing weekend with lots of fun for the kids and even the dogs! We’ve been to campgrounds with playgrounds worse than the waters edge dog park. Every one of us had a great time with the perfect campsite deep in the woods (still able to park my 26’ camper trailer). Swimming pool, great playground, among lots of trails and wooded area surrounding almost every site. Best camping weekends we’ve ever had have been at Waters Edge.
GuideWe got a great pull through full hookup with a 5 minute walk to a huge dog park. There are also a bunch of beautiful trails right from the park
TravelerPerfect location for a summer / beach camp. Mostly for RVs but tent site #6 was great. Views of the ocean to wake up too and tucked away from main area.
Worst part is you can’t bring your car on the site. Do not understand this, especially since it was over 95° and we have dogs that need AC, one if which is 14. We did sneak the car up by asking an RV camper to use his land because they block off the entrance with giant tree trunks.
More good stuff, the private pet friendly beaches were great! Small but perfect to relax. No problems with the pets at all and old but clean bathrooms.
TravelerQuaint little campground. Not many tenting sites but along a beautiful lake. Pets allowed. Bathrooms close by 10, something to keep in mind. And they’re cash or check only! Taylor Pond is not far and a great hike to bring both kids and pets. This campground was perfect for us and our dog. Bring your own kayaks or use the campgrounds free of charge.
ScoutStandard crabgrass parking lot with drunks driving around on golf carts and RV's stacked on top of each other. The woman who runs the office is a very angry person and it made the entire visit unpleasant, which is no surprise as she has been hostile and unwelcoming the several times I've visited. Pool looks nice though I guess, I've never dared to use it for fear of breaking one of the many unwritten and unspoken rules. A great place for people who enjoy eating dinner next to your neighbor's septic pipe. I called to ask if they allowed dogs and was told "NO" just to arrive and be asked to park next to the dog park.
ScoutGreat family campground with lots of activities. A little pricey. Plenty of open space a dog park area. 3 pools a kiddie pool and outdoor in ground hot tub. Golf cart rentals. Very clean and accommodating
GuideThis park was very nice, but they advertise being 5 miles away from historic Newport, and it’s more like 8. There are zero bike paths that are immediately accessible and Newport drivers are not walker/biker friendly. No sidewalks on the Main Street to get you here. Ubers and Lyfts can be scarce and very expensive depending on the time of day. Between $16 to $78 rides…so, if you’re not towing, just something to be aware of. Neighbors were super nice and there is a great dog park (we think it’s city owned) with super nice doggo humans. Was good for a short stay - we just wish we had known how far out it really was because we really would have loved to spend more time downtown.
GuideWe stayed for 3 nights, the sites and camp were very clean and well maintained. Everyone was very friendly, lots of things to do - pool, bocce, volleyball, horseshoes, arcade, a small field to play frisbee or ball, mini-golf (mini-golf landscape needs to be refreshed a bit) there is even a very small fenced in dog park which was nice if you want to let your dog off leash to play. We did not experience any screaming kids all night.
Devil's Hopyard State Park offers primitive camping sites within a 15-mile drive of Quaker Hill. The campground doesn't provide running water, requiring campers to bring their own supply. Most sites feature open layouts with minimal privacy between neighbors, making reservations essential during summer weekends.
Hiking to waterfalls: 10-minute walk from Devil's Hopyard State Park Campground to Chapman Falls. "The waterfall was a quick walk away and you could hike down to the river for a quick dip. The river isn't deep enough for a full swim but still was good enough on a hot day," notes Robert L.
Fishing for trout: Several stream access points around East Haddam provide seasonal fishing opportunities. "Go here every spring for opening day of fishing season and camp the entire weekend," recommends Allan D. about Devil's Hopyard.
Kayaking from downtown Mystic: Launch from public docks 20 minutes from Quaker Hill. "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," shares Nancy W.
Mini golf: Located 5 minutes from Aces High RV Park, this family activity offers affordable entertainment. "Nearby (5min drive) is also a fun looking place for mini golf," mentions April L.
Concrete pads at premium waterfront sites: Level sites with solid foundations provide stability for campers. "Clean, well-maintained, and level site with concrete pad and patio (I love a clean, level concrete pad!)," writes Matt S. about his stay at Aces High RV Park.
Dog swimming areas: Multiple pet-friendly campgrounds near Quaker Hill offer designated water access for dogs. "There is a creek area for dog swimming. Our two labs loved it!" shares April L. about her experience at Aces High.
Walking trail access to beaches: Niantic KOA provides nature paths directly to state beaches. "The best part of this campground was the proximity to the state beach via a well kept hiking trail," explains Nita D.
Free beach shuttle service: Transportation from camp to local beaches eliminates parking challenges. "They will give free shuttle rides to 3 beaches & downtown Niantic, CT," notes Snooz H. about Niantic KOA's amenities.
Seasonal water quality issues: Some Connecticut campgrounds face water supply challenges. "Water is not provided due to contamination, you'll need to bring your own," warns Jean C. about Devil's Hopyard.
Traffic noise levels: Highway proximity affects some campgrounds more than others. "You can hear the highway very well at night, particularly in the safari field," explains Cynthia K. about Mystic KOA.
Tick prevention essential: Wooded sites require vigilance against ticks during warmer months. "Be very careful with ticks, there were tons of them under our picnic table and by the campfire. Our 2 nights we found over 25 ticks," cautions Shannon B. from her Devil's Hopyard stay.
Campground size variations: Dog friendly campgrounds near Quaker Hill range from small parks to extensive resorts. "Burlingame is a HUGE state park campground with over 700 sites. The location is fantastic, but with this many sites (so, with this many people), there are bound to be pros and cons," explains Jessica A.
Heat considerations for summer visits: Open sites without shade can become uncomfortable during peak summer. "Most sites are in direct sun so the heat was brutal not sure if I could handle it in June or July," shares Shannon B. about Devil's Hopyard.
Water recreation options: Burlingame State Park Campground provides multiple outdoor activities for children. "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," notes Jessica A.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Evening wildlife watching creates memorable experiences for children. "The wildlife was incredible, a beaver family lives in the marsh so every night around 10 they would be up splashing around loudly," reports Shannon B.
Bring extra chairs: Many pet-friendly campgrounds near Quaker Hill have limited seating at sites. "Bring your own chairs to sit on and don't put too much down that they may be able to stick to," advises Shannon B. based on her experience with ticks at Devil's Hopyard.
RV size considerations: Not all campgrounds accommodate larger rigs. "Sites 1-3 have a slight slope. Sites are large enough for an RV," Jean C. notes about Devil's Hopyard's limited options.
Buddy site configuration: Sun Outdoors Mystic offers specialized sites for groups traveling together. "I like this configuration when camping with friends but would not like this site if we did not know our neighbors," shares Nancy W. about the buddy sites.
Waste disposal services: Some campgrounds offer mobile pump service for longer stays. "No sewer hook up, but they do provide a honey wagon pump service, once, free of charge," explains Bernie C. about Niantic KOA's amenities.
Pull-through availability: Several dog-friendly campgrounds near Quaker Hill feature easy-access sites. "Many pull-thru sites, maybe 20 back ins on a pond," notes Steve K. about Aces High RV Park's layout options.
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