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    Campgrounds near Stonington, Connecticut primarily feature established sites with a range of amenities rather than dispersed camping options. The area includes several well-developed camping facilities such as Mystic KOA in North Stonington and Sun Outdoors Mystic in Old Mystic, both offering tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin rentals. Most camping areas are concentrated within a 15-mile radius of Stonington, with additional options extending into nearby Rhode Island communities like Charlestown, where Burlingame State Park provides another established camping area. These developed campgrounds typically offer electrical hookups, water, restrooms, and shower facilities.

    Camping season in the Stonington area generally runs from April through October, with most campgrounds closing for winter. Reservations are strongly recommended during summer months when tourism peaks in this coastal New England region. Many campgrounds provide full hookups for RVs, including 30/50-amp service, though tent campers will find designated areas at most facilities. Proximity to Interstate 95 affects some campgrounds, particularly those near North Stonington. Several facilities are located close to coastal attractions but not directly on the shoreline. One camper noted, "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."

    Visitor reviews consistently mention proximity to regional attractions as a primary benefit of camping in this area. The Mystic Seaport, Mystic Aquarium, and coastal beaches are frequently highlighted destinations accessible from local campgrounds. Families particularly appreciate campgrounds with amenities like swimming pools, mini-golf, and organized activities. Several visitors mentioned highway noise as a concern at certain campgrounds, particularly those adjacent to I-95. A camper observed, "Due to its proximity to I-95 you hear traffic all day and all night." While most camping areas offer basic amenities like fire rings and picnic tables, the camping experience tends toward convenience and comfort rather than wilderness immersion. Cleanliness of facilities varies by location, with some campgrounds receiving praise for well-maintained bathrooms and others criticized for inadequate site maintenance.

    Best Campgrounds near Stonington (116)

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      1. Burlingame State Park Campground

      4.0(51)11mi from Stonington717 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "My parents stayed in a bunkhouse and my husband and I stayed on the adjacent site. Bunkhouse is very basic but clean. Sites are well spaced with lots of types to choose from."

      "There's a small beach at the pond, a boat ramp, and proximity to wildlife refuges and the ocean. It's a HUGE campground, with 700 sites and 20 cabins. Canoes are available to rent."

      from $18 - $50 / night

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      2. Mystic KOA

      3.6(25)7mi from StoningtonRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "We stayed at Mystic KOA in North Stonington, Connecticut, to be tourists in Mystic. Spoiler alert… we had a great stay! "

      "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."

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      3. Crocker's Boatyard

      5.0(10)10mi from Stonington2 sitesRVs

      "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

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      4. Rocky Neck State Park Campground

      4.3(24)18mi from StoningtonRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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."

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      5. Strawberry Park

      4.2(13)14mi from StoningtonRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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."

      "It is close by to some nice shopping areas as well. Bingo is always a family favorite and they even had that as well!"

      from $60 - $120 / night

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      6. Fishermens Memorial State Park Campground

      4.3(31)21mi from Stonington182 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Lots of nearby beaches and restaurants. Campsites are simple. A patch of grass with a small bush or two, not very much shade, space or privacy."

      "Easy to walk around and quiet."

      from $18 - $28 / night

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      7. Sun Outdoors Mystic

      3.5(6)6mi from StoningtonRVs, Tents

      "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."

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      8. Niantic KOA

      4.0(14)18mi from StoningtonRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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."

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      9. Hither Hills State Park Campground

      4.4(22)23mi from Stonington176 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Drawback is 10 minute walk to the general store/ranger station and 5 minutes to the beach (10 to swimming area). Almost no cell service! 2 bars was the maximum and finding that was rare."

      "Hither Hills campground is clean, well run and is just one dune away from an incredible stretch of beach."

      from $33 / night

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      10. Hopeville Pond State Park Campground

      4.5(10)19mi from Stonington79 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Well this is one of Connecticut's State Parks that offers camping, so we took advantage and made several new friends. We camped, swam, fished, hiked and picnic."

      "General: There are three sections to this campground: five canoe sites; 16 sites including one cabin behind the ranger station and what I would assume is the main section with 61 sites."

      from $17 - $50 / night

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    • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 30, 2026

      Horseneck Beach State Reservation

      Beachside camping, but expensive for non-residents.

      This is a great oceanfront campground located behind the dunes of Buzzards Bay. We booked early since the park only has 100 sites and we wanted a 50A site (not all sites have electric so pay close attention when you book). Our campsite has a picnic table and fire pit and was paved with a sand patio. The electric was good with both legs above 120 volts. The bathhouse was clean and is situated in the middle of the campground. There is a dump station which is easily accessible. Roads are one-way but the sites are angled so backing in was easy. Water spigots scattered throughout the campground, and we were close enough to one that we could have filled our tank, if needed.  There is no shade and it can be quite windy.  Dogs are allowed on the beach at the campground which is a plus.  The sunsets were amazing.  There is a small playground for kids but the beach is the draw. 

      The nightly price for Massachusetts residents is a bargain at $28 but it jumps up over $70 for non-Massachusetts residents. The beach is cobblestone/sand and there is a nice paved walking path that runs parallel. The beach by the campground is very rocky but there is another day use area to the west which gets raked and they remove all the rocks, but can be very busy. There is another hiking trail (about 2 miles) that you can walk to from the campground that goes out on a spit of land where you can walk back along the sandy beach. The beach access is easy since there are mobility mats connecting the campground to the beach. 

      The closest grocery is approximately 10 minutes away and there are a couple of restaurants closer. We took a drive to New Bedford to see the Whaling Museum and the National Park Service site– both were worth the stop. All in all, we really liked our stay at Horseneck Reservation and would return.

    • Sue B.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 22, 2026

      Salt Rock Campground

      Enjoyed our weekend here

      We did a family campout here and had several sites together. We camped in our pop up in the field. We were close to activities and enjoyed an afternoon tubing down the river. The bathrooms weren't the cleanest, but we've seen worse. We enjoyed our time here.

    • Sue B.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 22, 2026

      West Thompson Lake Campground

      Nice Campground!

      We stayed at one of the lean-to sites and really enjoyed our time here. We went fishing and explored the area. We hiked to the tri-state marker (CT-MA-RI) on a nearby trail. Plenty to do and see! Bathrooms were cleaner than what we are used to in a state campground.

    • Janet V.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 22, 2026

      Rocky Neck State Park Campground

      Mid May - Mid week quiet and l9vely

      Camped early in the season mid week, and it was nice and quiet. The "new" park rangers are take their jobs delightfully serious.

      Our site had plenty of sun for solar but in seagull loop there is loads of shade

    • Biagio M.
      May. 18, 2026

      Mashamoquet Brook Campground — Mashamoquet Brook State Park

      Pretty, but loud

      Campground was great. Site was in great shape, everything in order. Portapotties were large. The road made the trip horrible for peace and quiet lovers. I knew it was close to the road, but right on top of it AND a heavily traveled route.

    • EThe Dyrt PRO User
      May. 16, 2026

      Riverdale Farm Campsites

      Rv park

      Cute Rv park. Very family friendly, the women who at the office are also incredibly nice and helpful! Seems like a lot of people either live full time or come on weekends but we were able to book a spot for a week.

    • Sue B.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 15, 2026

      Fishermens Memorial State Park Campground

      One of our faves

      We love camping here. From the history of the area, to its proximity to the ocean, to the many places to explore, to the nice sites and clean bathrooms! We have been coming here for over a decade and enjoy every trip. We usually grab dinner at George's of Galilee, and have taken the ferry to Block Island as well. There are a bunch of old military defenses from WWII in Narragansett Bay, including one in the campground. We've tent and camper camped, and enjoyed both.

    • Sue B.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 15, 2026

      George Washington State Campground

      Good location, average campground

      Our first time camping here, we were trying to get a more secluded spot, but the pics on ReserveAmerica were not the greatest gauge of the sites. The sites were OK, some better than others, we didn't have any amenities but there was potable water nearby. There are cabins, which are really just bunkhouses with 2 bunk beds. Each site has a fire pit and picnic table. Our loop had porta potties nearby, we only saw one real bathroom with flushing toilets and showers. We did go for a nice hike, the North/South Trail goes through the campground and there are many trails in the area as well. We did a 5+ mile loop and got a good sense of what the trails are like. Found some geocaches and our pups got a good workout.

    • becky
      May. 13, 2026

      Ashaway RV Resort

      Great park

      We went last week to visit my brother and sister-in-law in the park was clean. Everybody was friendly. The staff was awesome and they even checked on us while we were there to see if we need anything. The neighbors were wonderful definitely will come back.

    Guide to Stonington

    Camping options around Stonington, Connecticut include several well-established campgrounds within a short drive of the historic coastal community. The area features both private and state-managed facilities offering varied accommodation types including tent sites, RV hookups, and rental cabins. Mystic KOA in North Stonington provides 266 sites with amenities for tent and RV camping along with cabin rentals, while Sun Outdoors Mystic offers similar options approximately 10 miles west of Stonington. Several state park campgrounds including Rocky Neck State Park and Burlingame State Park in nearby Rhode Island provide additional camping areas in more natural settings.

    Many campgrounds in the Stonington area operate seasonally, with most facilities open from April through October. Rocky Neck State Park Campground follows this pattern, operating from May 26 to September 29, while Burlingame State Park in Rhode Island follows a similar schedule. Private campgrounds like Mystic KOA and Strawberry Park often extend their seasons slightly longer. Full hookup sites with water, electric, and sewer connections are common at the private campgrounds, while state parks typically offer more basic amenities. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially during summer months when coastal New England camping reaches peak demand. One camper noted, "Booked online and showed up after hours with no problem. They could mark the sites a little better."

    Developed campgrounds in the Stonington area vary considerably in terms of site spacing and atmosphere. Sites at private campgrounds tend to be closer together with more resort-style amenities. Several visitors mentioned highway noise as an issue at certain campgrounds, particularly at sites closest to Interstate 95. A camper at Mystic KOA reported, "This area is right up against RT 95. I can see the vehicles going by on the highway through the roughly 30 yards of trees between our rig and the highway. The noise is loud, constant and unrelenting all day and all night." Campgrounds located farther from major highways provide quieter surroundings. Many facilities offer organized activities for families with children, including swimming pools, playground equipment, and scheduled events. State park campgrounds generally provide more natural settings with access to hiking trails, beaches, and other outdoor recreation opportunities.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Are there RV rental options in Stonington, Connecticut?

    Yes, there are RV rental options near Stonington. Sun Outdoors Mystic is a prime location for RV enthusiasts, offering a great base for exploring downtown Mystic and nearby attractions. The park features special 'buddy sites' ideal for group camping, with patios that face each other. Wolf's Den Family Campground is another RV-friendly option located just off Route 9 on the east side of the Connecticut River, near attractions like Gillette Castle and Goodspeed Opera. For rentals, check with these campgrounds directly as many partner with local RV rental companies or have their own rental units available on-site.

    What campgrounds are available near Stonington, CT?

    Several excellent campgrounds are available near Stonington, CT. Mystic KOA in North Stonington is just 15 minutes from Mystic and about an hour from Newport, Rhode Island. It's conveniently located near I-95 with easy access to local attractions. For beachfront camping, Rocky Neck State Park Campground on Long Island Sound offers affordable sites ($33/night) with nearby bathhouses, though hookups aren't available. Other options in the region include Hammonasset State Park Campground with beach access, Wilderness Lake Park with secluded tent sites, and Sun Outdoors Mystic, which is strategically positioned for exploring the Mystic area.

    Where can I find camper rentals in Stonington?

    Camper rentals near Stonington can be found at several locations. Strawberry Park near Preston offers rental options for those who don't have their own camping equipment. For a more traditional state park experience with potential rental opportunities, Hopeville Pond State Park Campground is worth considering. Many campgrounds don't advertise their rental inventory online, so it's recommended to call campgrounds directly about availability. Additionally, consider online peer-to-peer RV rental platforms like Outdoorsy or RVshare, which connect travelers with local RV owners offering their campers for rent in the Stonington area.

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