1 campground with availability this weekend
Lake Compounce Campground near Bristol includes deluxe glamping accommodations with a 4.5-star rating, offering an elevated outdoor experience approximately 10 miles from Southington, Connecticut. The recently developed resort features safari tents, tipis, and yurts for visitors seeking comfort without sacrificing connection to nature. These premium accommodations include electricity, comfortable bedding, and climate control systems ideal for stays between May and October. One guest shared, "The campground is only years old. Sites were large enough for RV. NO privacy, but tent sites were ok. Very clean showers for number of campsites." Adjacent to Lake Compounce Amusement Park, this glamping destination combines luxury with convenience, providing clean modern facilities and amenities typically not found in traditional camping experiences.
The proximity to Lake Compounce Amusement Park creates a unique opportunity for families seeking both outdoor relaxation and entertainment options. Guests have direct access to the amusement park attractions while returning to comfortable accommodations at day's end. The campground maintains a playground, tennis courts, and basketball facilities on site, with organized activities throughout the season. A visitor noted, "We had a great time! The playground was awesome for our two year old. The tent sites had some shade, the showers and bathrooms were really nice." While most glamping accommodations lack sewer hookups, the resort provides convenient water connections, modern shower facilities, and a dump station. Seasonal operation runs from May through October, with peak visitation occurring during summer weekends when advance reservations are strongly recommended.
"The RV sites are buddy sites which is never our favorite set-up (unless we are traveling with friends). Luckily, there was no one in the site next to us during our stay."
"As I am set up for bed I see one other large green tent that looks deserted."
"The sites nearby had some trees providing space between each site. A lot of the sites we drove by were pretty sloped- I would recommend a drive though if you can beforehand."
"We used White Pines as our base while exploring this part of Connecticut and it worked out really well. We spent most of Saturday away from camp and came back tired and ready for an easy evening."
from $50 - $62 / night
"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!"
"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"
"My family has been camping at Lake Waramaug for over 20 years. I can say most of what’s been said is true or partially so but whether it’s bad or good depends on your point of view."
"One of my favorite so far , went with family , to comply w covid and social distancing, the camp only rent your site and no one on your left or right or across ! Amazing !"
from $17 - $50 / night
"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."
from $20 - $70 / night
"I happened upon Lone Oaks Camp Site when looking for someplace to stay in north eastern Connecticut."
"Tons of kids activities to keep the little ones busy and great hikes around! Tons of waterfalls in the area and the highest point in Connecticut."
"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 ."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $24 - $250 / night
"I do wish they had more bathrooms though. Especially by the pool!!! Camp staff was very friendly and helpful. The kids had a blast fishing and riding their bikes around."
"When we arrived to check in they were very nice and gave us the breakdown of the place along with brochures of what was going on at the site."
ScoutLots of seasonal campers here. Some damaged trailers in a few spots just sitting there- not sure what the campsites plan is. Bathrooms clean. I saw a schedule of activities for the upcoming weekend and it looks like they offer some nice things for kids. There is a pond in the front for fishing.
TravelerThe campsites were big had no trouble finding it. One of the ranges escorted us to the site. The staff was very nice. The bathrooms were immaculate. I saw it being cleaned twice in 24 hours. It was a little partying going on till about 1 AM, but it wasn’t too bothersome.
LegendThis campground is associated with a large amusement park. We were there in the fall when the amusement park was closed so the campground was not very busy but image it would have a very crowded feel if you were there during the summer. The RV sites are buddy sites which is never our favorite set-up (unless we are traveling with friends). Luckily, there was no one in the site next to us during our stay. The campground is big rig-friendly with roads and sites wide and long enough to accommodate any size RV; however, the road and roundabout you encounter when entering the campground is tight. There was very little traffic when we entered so navigating the entrance booth and roundabout was doable. The RV slots you pull into to check in at registration are far too short to accommodate large RVs with their tow vehicles and we ended up taking up four spaces. The tent sites are set away from the cabins and RV sites. Some are nicely tucked up against the tree line while others are in a grassy area and others are sandy nestled under some scrubby pine trees. One of the problems with the location of the tent sites is that they are far away from the bathrooms. Garbage cans are scattered throughout the campground so you don’t have to walk very far to dump your trash. There is no sewer but the electric (50-amp) worked well. There is cable but the channels were not HD so we switched to our over-the-air antenna and got great HD reception with about 60 channels. There is wifi but we could not get it at our site so we just used our Verizon hotspot (which had great reception). The water pressure is very high so we dialed our regulator back to around 45. Roads and sites are gravel. All the sites are level and have a picnic table and fire pit. We noticed that some of the fire pits needed to be cleaned out because rude campers littered them with water bottles, cans, and other garbage in the fire pits. One of the downsides is the noise from local recycling/transfer station. There is a dump station set to the side as you enter/exit. It was a little tight for us getting our 45’ RV in there but it was doable. There is only one sewer dump so we can image that it can be pretty backed up on Sundays when everybody checks out.
ScoutAfter a busy few weeks, this was exactly the break we needed. The kids went swimming, we did some fishing, and everyone came home tired in a good way lol.
ScoutWhite Pines made a really good home base for our trip. We spent most of the days checking out different spots around northwest Connecticut and came back here in the evenings. Made dinner outside, had a fire, and just relaxed. The campground itself had everything we needed without having to make a bunch of extra trips into town.
ScoutWe brought our camper up for the weekend and the kids immediately wanted to go to the pool.😂 They also loved the fishing pond and exploring around the campground. There was plenty to keep them busy while we got some actual downtime.
ScoutOne thing I really liked was having wifi when we needed it. Nice to be able to check in on work and then put the phone away and enjoy the rest of the day.
ScoutNice campground with a good mix of activities. We went fishing one morning, spent the afternoon at the pool and had a fire that night. Pretty much a perfect camping day.
ScoutWe stayed in a cabin and it worked out perfectly for us. Spent the days exploring the area and came back in the evening to cook and hang out. Would definetly do it again.
Bear Creek Campground at Lake Compounce provides upscale glamping close to Southington, Connecticut, situated just 10 miles from town in the central Connecticut region. The campground operates from May through October and connects directly to Lake Compounce Amusement Park. Campground accommodations include pull-through RV sites with water and electric hookups, tent sites with varying levels of privacy, and glamping options including yurts for visitors seeking alternatives to traditional camping experiences.
Fishing opportunities: At Riverdale Farm Campsites, campers can access both a pond and river for fishing. "The lake is perfect, the river needs work. But this an awesome small campground," notes one visitor who appreciates the water access options.
Hiking trails: Several campgrounds offer walking paths through wooded areas. At White Pines Campsites, "Hiking trails were nice, good variety of easier and more difficult terrain," according to a camper who explored the area.
Swimming options: For those seeking water recreation beyond the amusement park, Rocky Neck State Park Campground provides beach access. A regular visitor shares, "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!"
Large RV sites: Campers at Lake Waramaug State Park Campground appreciate the spacious camping areas. "Sites are HUGE. Bathrooms, water, showers are close by. You will almost always have a view of the water," reports one visitor who enjoys the generous site dimensions.
Clean facilities: Campground cleanliness receives consistent positive feedback. At Wolf's Den Family Campground, campers note "Very very clean. 50x30 sites common," and mention additional amenities like "Mini golf, pool, tennis, basketball, volleyball, lots of playgrounds for the kids."
Seasonal variations: Bear Creek Campground experiences different crowd levels throughout the week. One visitor observed, "Stayed in September 2021. CG is pretty empty during the week and gets busy during the weekend," providing useful information for those seeking quieter camping periods.
Wildlife encounters: Several campgrounds report wildlife sightings. At White Pines Campsites, campers should be prepared for potential animal visitors: "We and several other neighboring campers spied a pretty big black bear not far enough away in the late morning hours."
Bathroom availability: Facilities vary significantly between campgrounds. At Prospect Mountain Campground, one camper mentioned, "I do wish they had more bathrooms though. Especially by the pool!!!" while noting that overall the "grounds were absolutely beautiful and very well maintained!"
Internet access: WiFi quality differs across locations. At Riverdale Farm, "The internet was horribly slow and kept dropping connections. This is an RV park, they advertise internet so you would figure it would work," reports a camper who stayed for three months.
Activity planning: Campgrounds offer various organized events for children. At White Pines, "We loved this campground! Big fun for kids and adults. Two big pools, store, bar for adults with live entertainment. Tons of kids activities going on all day."
Swimming areas: Consider the swimming facilities when booking with children. Rocky Neck State Park provides beach access, though one visitor cautions, "The swimming area is an absolute joke, unless you are 18 months old, and then its probably perfect. (Extremely small, extremely shallow, and some sand to dig in.)"
Playground access: For families with young children, look for sites with play equipment. At Wildwood State Park Campground, "Kids were roaming freely and safe!" according to a visitor who enjoyed the family-friendly atmosphere.
Pull-through availability: RVers appreciate easy-access sites at several campgrounds. At Wolf's Den Family Campground, visitors note "easy entry, long pull thrus" that accommodate larger rigs with minimal maneuvering required.
Hookup limitations: Bear Creek Campground lacks sewer connections at campsites. One RVer explains, "None of the sites have sewer, but there is a dump station on the way out," pointing out that while full hookups aren't available, alternatives exist.
Site privacy: Privacy between RV sites varies significantly across campgrounds. A visitor at Wildwood State Park Campground reports, "sites had zero privacy and were all pull through," while noting that most sites do offer water, electric and sewer hookups despite the lack of separation.
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