Best Glamping near South Lyme, CT

Niantic KOA and Odetah Camping Resort provide upscale glamping accommodations near South Lyme, Connecticut. Niantic KOA features deluxe cabins with linens, cookware, utensils, kitchen essentials, Keurig coffee makers, and full-sized refrigerators. Odetah Camping Resort offers both cabins and yurts in a woodland setting surrounding a scenic pond. Both locations provide electricity, comfortable beds, and climate control options for year-round comfort. The glamping sites are strategically positioned to balance privacy with access to resort amenities, creating boutique camping experiences that blend outdoor adventure with modern comforts. One guest shared, "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."

Rocky Neck State Park sits just minutes from South Lyme, offering glamping options within walking distance of Long Island Sound beaches. Visitors can explore miles of hiking trails where wildlife sightings include deer, turkeys, birds, and raccoons. Several osprey nests dot the landscape, creating excellent birdwatching opportunities. The shallow, warm waters of the beach provide ideal swimming conditions, while nearby Mystic Aquarium makes for convenient day trips. Riverdale Farm Campsites extends glamping season from April through November, with premium accommodations that include full hookups and delivered firewood service. According to a camper, "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."

Best Glamping Sites Near South Lyme, Connecticut (26)

    1. Rocky Neck State Park Campground

    23 Reviews
    South Lyme, CT
    1 mile
    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
    1 mile
    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. Wolf's Den Family Campground

    7 Reviews
    Hadlyme, CT
    13 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"

    4. Riverdale Farm Campsites

    11 Reviews
    Clinton, CT
    17 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!"

    5. Odetah Camping Resort

    13 Reviews
    Bozrah, CT
    18 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. Mystic KOA

    25 Reviews
    North Stonington, CT
    23 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."

    7. Burlingame State Park Campground

    51 Reviews
    Charlestown, RI
    29 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. Witch Meadow Lake Campground

    3 Reviews
    Salem, CT
    14 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."

    9. Strawberry Park

    13 Reviews
    Griswold, CT
    22 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. Hidden Acres Campground

    4 Reviews
    Versailles, CT
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 887-9633

    "Family-owned and it’s got a really friendly group of family and staff. Sites are nice and the restrooms/showers are the cleanest I’ve seen anywhere."

    "Friendly staff. Clean park. Check out the snack bar. Paddle down the river"

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Glamping Reviews near South Lyme, CT

276 Reviews of 26 South Lyme 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!

  • 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.

  • 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

  • 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 South Lyme

Rocky Neck State Park sits 2.5 miles from South Lyme, Connecticut along the Long Island Sound shoreline. The park spans 710 acres with heavily wooded campsites set back from saltwater marshes. Summer temperatures average 75-85°F with higher humidity from June through August, making water activities particularly popular during these months.

What to do

Beach swimming access: Rocky Neck State Park Campground offers swimming at a beach within walking distance of campsites. "I love this campsite, I have been going with my friends and family for as long as I can remember. It's right near the beach, and the campsites and bathrooms are always clean!" shares Lexi L., a regular visitor.

Mystic attractions: Mystic KOA provides easy access to the historic seaport and aquarium. "The location of the campground was great as it was easy to find, close to a grocery store, and more importantly close enough to our favorite town in Connecticut allowing us the opportunity to visit the ocean, go out to dinner and enjoy the local stores," notes Jenn, a summer camper.

Pond fishing: Odetah Camping Resort features lakefront sites for fishing enthusiasts. According to Matt O., "Clean facilities. Great staff. New pool and hot tub. Will definitely come back." The resort maintains stocked fishing areas ideal for beginners and children.

What campers like

Multiple water options: Riverdale Farm Campsites offers both a swimming pond and river access. "Great Value and Nice Family owned business. The lake is perfect, the river needs work. But this an awesome small campground," reports Nick H., a regular visitor who appreciates the water variety.

Affordable rates: Burlingame State Park Campground provides budget-friendly sites. "Very affordable (around $14 per night). We stayed near the camp store and playground. Lots to do with kids including fishing, game room, and hiking. Bathrooms were clean," mentions Cendy G., highlighting the value.

Winter glamping options: Several campgrounds near South Lyme operate year-round for winter glamping experiences. "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," notes one visitor about off-season camping.

What you should know

Highway noise: Some glamping sites near South Lyme have highway proximity issues. One Burlingame camper noted, "The grounds are large with vast amounts of space. Be forewarned that it's right off of 95, and the sound definitely carries."

Shower facilities vary: Wolf's Den Family Campground receives praise for bathroom cleanliness. "Sites are nice and the restrooms/showers are the cleanest I've seen anywhere," writes Mary S. However, other campgrounds may charge for showers or have limited facilities.

Reservation timing: Glamping accommodations book quickly May through September. A Niantic KOA visitor shared, "So much going on! They will give free shuttle rides to 3 beaches & downtown Niantic, CT. We had tried to get a deluxe location and not completely booked. This is the weekend before Labor Day and they were vanishing."

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly amenities: Look for campgrounds with multiple playgrounds and activities. "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," reports Jennifer H. about her Niantic KOA stay.

Seasonal activities: Holiday weekends feature special programming at most South Lyme glamping sites. "We went two years in a row each on Halloween! They had great amenities and activities for the kids. Plus a costume contest and tricker treating. Very enjoyable time," mentions Brian P. about Odetah.

Transportation options: Some resorts offer shuttle services to beaches and attractions. "They will give free shuttle rides to 3 beaches & downtown Niantic, CT," notes Snooz H. about Niantic KOA's services, reducing the need for multiple vehicles when glamping with large families.

Tips from RVers

Site size considerations: Many glamping areas accommodate larger units but have specific sections. "The sites are very large and spaced out for privacy. The staff was friendly and helpful. If your heading North or South through CT this is a good stop over," explains Matt T. about his Niantic KOA experience.

Off-season advantages: Late September through October offers quieter glamping in South Lyme with reduced rates. "We were there the weekend after Labor Day weekend in 2014, and it was pretty quiet. Nice for biking, cute little beach, dog friendly," shares Katelain T. about Burlingame.

Utility limitations: Not all glamping sites offer full hookups. One visitor noted about Niantic KOA: "Missing full hook ups but the staff and overall vibe more than make up for it. Community garden was something we hadn't seen before - super fun."

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near South Lyme, CT is Rocky Neck State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 23 reviews.

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