2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Brialee Family Campground accommodates dogs with designated pet areas including a separate beach specifically for dogs. Located in Ashford, CT, this campground maintains well-kept facilities where pets can enjoy outdoor recreation alongside their owners. Sites accommodate tents, RVs, and cabins with water, electric, and sewer hookups available. Campground bathrooms remain clean and tidy, though sites are positioned relatively close together. Most visitors note the generous amount of activities offered hourly for both children and adults. The campground provides trash pickup on weekends, allowing campers to leave bags at the edge of their sites.
Wilderness Lake Park provides pet-friendly camping with sites that border the water, though not all offer direct lake views. Multiple guests report staff delivering firewood directly to campsites upon request. The campground features free kayaks and canoes for lake exploration, making it convenient for visitors traveling with dogs who enjoy water activities. Located just off I-84, this destination offers convenient access while maintaining a secluded atmosphere. Sites vary in levelness, with some requiring adjustment for comfortable setup. Multiple hiking trails surround the property, giving pet owners ample opportunity to exercise their dogs during their stay. Temperature fluctuations in spring and fall require appropriate pet comfort considerations.
"Along with a pool, they also have a beach and a separate beach for dogs."
"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."
Campground full this weekend
from $25 - $150 / night
"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!"
"Connecticut is LACKING when it comes to outdoor activities when compared to some of the places around the country."
from $70 / night
"They stock the river behind the park with trout. Walking path in the woods along the river. Staff are friendly and helpful."
"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."
from $45 - $55 / night
"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."
"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."
"This is our families favorite camping location. On the pond at Waters Edge. When asked where they want to camp my 5 and 7 year old will always respond with Waters Edge."
from $45 - $100 / night
"If you’re a pet owner, you’ll absolutely love the dog run!"
"I like that there are some walking paths and a dog beach. We would return."
from $45 - $68 / night
"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."
"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."
"we had a group from work head out here. we reserved Coyote Run, and had the field to ourselves, it was a bit of a walk to the shower from there, but we had our own outhouse, bring a light for night time"
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $33 - $100 / night
"Nothing beats cooking breakfast outside on a cool Connecticut morning. Coffee tasted especially good on this trip."
"We picked this campground because we wanted to explore both Connecticut and Rhode Island without changing campsites halfway through the trip. It worked really well for that."
"It’s a quiet campground, located right on a river. My children spent hours in it playing and fishing. Looking forward to returning."
TravelerSmall but quaint park. It is the off season, but there are numerous folks here. Propane fill available. They stock the river behind the park with trout. Walking path in the woods along the river. Staff are friendly and helpful.
ScoutClean, nice and friendly camping experience
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.
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 summer, we wanted somewhere we could just park the camper and slow down for a few days. Sterling Park worked out great for that. We spent one morning fishing, walked the trails later in the day and finished the evening around the fire. Nothing complicated, just a really enjoyable camping weekend.
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.
ScoutWe came with another family and had a blast. The kids disappeared together for half the day while the adults hung around the sites. Between fishing, the pool and the other activities, everyone found something they liked. Would definatly come back.
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.
ScoutOur kids are already asking when we can go back. They loved the pool, playground and all the space to run around. We mostly just sat back and enjoyed having a few days off.
Storrs, Connecticut features hilly, forested terrain in the state's northeastern region at an elevation of approximately 640 feet. Summer temperatures average 70-85°F while spring and fall can experience notable temperature fluctuations between day and night. Campgrounds in this area typically open from April through October, with several offering water activities on local rivers and ponds.
River tubing at Charlie Brown Campground: Float down the Natchaug River directly from your campsite. "We chose a site by the water. Rain had been sparse so didn't matter our weekend but I would imagine it would be great on a hot sunny day," notes one visitor from Charlie Brown Campground.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple campgrounds provide pond or river access for fishing. At Wilderness Lake Park, "The lake was quiet and we saw kids swimming in it in the morning. There was a hiking trail on the property and the host mentioned they were building a Disc Golf course on the property," according to a camper.
Free water recreation: Some campgrounds offer complimentary equipment. At Wilderness Lake Park, "They even had free kayaks/canoes for the lake," reports a recent visitor. Several campgrounds feature swimming areas in lakes or pools during summer months.
Hiking access: State forests and conservation lands surround many campgrounds. "Taylor Pond is not far and a great hike to bring both kids and pets," reports a camper about trails near Wilderness Lake Park.
Spacious, private camping spots: Campers appreciate having room to spread out. At Charlie Brown Campground, sites are described as "very large and the owners go out of their way to make you happy."
Convenient firewood delivery: Several campgrounds offer direct-to-site service. A visitor at Peppertree Camping notes, "the gentleman and his family who own it are sooooo nice and they helped us a lot when it came to learning how to properly use our camper."
Unique sheltered gathering areas: Some campgrounds feature special group facilities. One camper highlighted Charlie Brown Campground's "pavilions that have a campfire 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."
Pet-friendly water access: Multiple campgrounds welcome dogs in designated water areas. "This campground was perfect for us and our dog. Bring your own kayaks or use the campgrounds free of charge," reports a visitor about pet friendly camping near Storrs, Connecticut.
Seasonal population differences: Many campgrounds near Storrs balance short-term and long-term guests. At Waters Edge Family Campground, "This campground has very friendly owners and staff, nice sites and you feel totally relaxed when you stay there."
Varying bathroom facilities: Quality and maintenance differs between locations. Salt Rock Campground has "bathhouses are a bit outdated, but clean and functional. Good choice of campsites, from open to wooded, rustic to power and water."
Cash or alternative payment policies: Check payment requirements before arrival. One camper noted about Wilderness Lake Park: "Heads up, they are cash or Venmo only so be prepared."
Site levelness considerations: Some campgrounds require adjustment for comfortable setup. Salt Rock Campground offers "Sites that are a mix of field, shaded, and partly shaded," according to a recent visitor.
Activity schedules: Family-oriented campgrounds often provide structured entertainment. Nickerson Park Family Campground has "nice spots on the Natchaug River in Chaplin, CT" where "the hosts were very accommodating."
Multiple water options: Campgrounds with varied water amenities keep children engaged. The Quarry Campground offers "2 separate ponds: one for fishing, one for swimming; large outdoor games; Rec hall with video games, 50¢ pool table, live music; volleyball; boat rentals; and even a baseball diamond!"
Proximity considerations: Sites closer to playgrounds benefit families with young children. Waters Edge Family Campground provides "a nice lake to float on, a clean pool to swim in, activities every weekend."
Budget planning: Factor in activity costs beyond site fees. At Odetah Camping Resort, "From a massage at the Spa to a fun band by the lake, to Bingo night, mini-golf and awesome ice cream Sundaes... tennis & basketball games, immaculate bathrooms....every night we went to bed tired and looking forward to doing it all again the next day!!"
Hookup verification: Confirm exact hookup details when booking. At The Quarry Campground, "They advertise full hookups but turns out to be a lie when you pull in... all full hookups are given to seasonal customers. We did receive a pull thru with 50/30/20 and water."
Gray water management: Some campgrounds have specific policies. The Quarry Campground suggests "leaving grey tanks open" rather than providing sewer connections at all sites.
Site location options: Different areas within campgrounds offer varied experiences. At Salt Rock Campground, "Sites are a mix of field, shaded, and partly shaded" with some RV sites offering more privacy than others.
Seasonal considerations: Spring and fall camping require preparation for temperature changes. When camping with pets near Storrs, Connecticut during shoulder seasons, appropriate pet comfort measures should be planned.
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