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Several RV parks operate near Stratford, Connecticut with varying amenities and site configurations. Totoket Valley RV Park in North Branford provides full hookup sites with electric, water, sewer connections, and 50-amp service for larger motorhomes. Lake Compounce Campground in Bristol accommodates big rigs with 50-amp electrical hookups and water connections, operating seasonally from May through October. Kettletown State Park Campground in Southbury features RV sites with electric, water and sewer hookups, though spaces are positioned relatively close together. Rocky Neck State Park Campground offers larger pull-through sites that can handle big rigs with both 30-amp and 50-amp electrical service. "Sites had zero privacy and were all pull through. There was water, electric and sewer hookups at each site, but this was an expensive place to camp."
Many parks require reservations, especially during summer and fall weekends when occupancy rates peak. Sanitary dump stations are available at most facilities including Aces High RV Park in East Lyme and Lake Compounce Campground, with some parks offering at-site sewer connections. Pets are generally permitted throughout the region's RV parks, though specific restrictions may apply within certain state parks. Connecticut Welcome Center Rest Area on I-84 provides free overnight parking for self-contained motorhomes with public restrooms and vending machines, though no hookups are available. Cell service varies considerably between coastal and inland locations, with stronger signals typically found at parks closer to major highways. A review noted that "This is a really nice family campground just a mile or so off I-95 in Clinton, CT. Most of the roads are paved, the sites are large and level, there are full hookups, and a dump station."
"Small campground with good electrical, clean water, sewer and a friendly owner. Each site has grass and a picnic table."
"I was in the area and needed a location to hook up. Temperature at 7:00 p.m. was 85 in July which is expected. They're able to get me in for the night. Quick and easy."
from $55 / night
Check Availability"Clean, family friendly campground. Pet friendly with plenty of area to walk. Close to I-95 and 15 minutes from the beach. fishing areas for the kids."
"Well organized campground with both water front back in sites as well as large pull throughs."
from $74 - $80 / night
Check Availability"It’s close to NYC and has secluded, wooded sites nestled amongst big boulders. I have camped here in all seasons including early winter when all other places were closed."
"With Covid/social distancing requirements, many sites are closed so it’s extra quiet and spread out. I stayed at site 6 with my seven year-old daughter from Tue-Thur."
from $21 / night
Check Availability"Friendly staff"
"There are also hiking trails , a fishing area and a swimming hole, but the week I was there there was a high bacteria count, so no swimming was allowed."
from $17 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Very well maintained and friendly staff will stay again when in the area. Does not have sewer hookups, but does have a dump station."
"This was our first trip in our new to us travel trailer😃. Campground was awesome! Friendly staff and really clean bathrooms and shower area"
"The campground was clean and quiet. RV hook-ups, tent platforms, and rustic tent sites were available."
"The grounds are just steps away from Welch Lake, offering a lifeguard monitored sandy beach which is open during the summer season for swimming, fishing, and small boat craft further out."
from $21 - $24 / night
Check Availability"Stayed one night at the end of the season. Park staff were very friendly and helpful."
"The beach and beach parking lots fill to capacity. Week ends are the worst. The campgrounds are located within internal loops. Most sites are quite level."
from $20 - $70 / night
Check Availability"This is a popular site in the peak season. The beach is in a walking distance. You can swim or fish there. This camp site has a relatively new and clean facility."
"Great place to open or close your camper for the season. Decent beach. Playground for the kids. A couple of big fields for them to run in as well. Close to tons of stores and local attractions"
from $24 - $250 / night
Check Availability"Quiet CG near Waterbury CT. Close to major stores for resupply. CG has lots of friendly seasonal campers and lots of other sites."
"Was here for Three months and it was during the winter and didn’t have any problems great people sell propane on site , and will answer an questions you have  "
from $55 - $150 / night
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TravelerClean, family friendly campground. 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. Propane is available at the store.
ScoutWe have a 42 ft 5th wheel toy hauler. A few Big Rig spots are available, but this is a Suffock Co Campground that is not well maintained. 2 miles of the Road have many areas of missing blacktop making a very rough ride with low branches. The dump station is basically not accessible to a big rig. Most of the longer sites were very difficult to level.
GuideWonderful 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!
ScoutThis is a nice family friendly campground that makes for easy trips. There are a variety of sites available, from open field sites to more wooded and private areas. The campground also has a lake for swimming,trails for hiking, and some nice quiet areas for fishing. Well maintained bathrooms, with available showers, are also spread throughout the grounds. Not pet friendly unfortunately.
LegendPelton Pond - Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground: (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer). I rate based on desire for at least a moderate wilderness type experience w at least some camp site privacy. Overall Rating: Some spots: 4 , Some grouped spots: 2 Price 2023: $23 Usage during visit: Light Site Privacy: Some sites good. Some very poor. Site Spacing: Some sites good. Some very poor. Site surface: Grass/dirt/mud Reservations: Required Campground Noise: Quiet at our spot. Road Noise: Pretty load at our spot Through Traffic in campground: None Electric Hookup: No Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: No Potable Water Available: Yes. At bathrooms and hand pumps Generators: Allowed Bathroom: Very old and very clean. Flush toilets. Heated. Showers: Very old and very clean. Heated Pull Throughs: Some Cell Service (AT&T): 3to 4 bars Setting: Spread out through a deciduous forest Weather: 50s high Bugs: None Solar: Food in some sites. Host: Did not see a host Rig size: 40’ max. Careful which site you choose. Sites: Pictures are of some of the more private sites which can have a trailer. Some sites are grouped in open areas. These lack privacy.
ScoutThis place is off Route 9 in Connecticut on the east side of the Connecticut River (major RT 9 highway is on west side). You need to cross the river via bridge to Goodspeed Opera house and past to get to the RV campground. Nearby attractions are Gillette Castle and Goodspeed Opera. The campground itself is realy nice. Cable TV at most sites. Only electric 30 or 50A, and water; but there are a few dumpstations around in the camp. Very peaceful. There are activities on Friday and Saturday (like Bingo). Great store with extended hours. The camp staff will help you with anything. Really long or tall RV will need to stay close to the front of the campground, as typical older campground is not designed for 40 foot long or 10 foot high campers.
RangerWell organized campground with both water front back in sites as well as large pull throughs. Pull through sites also have lots of space between them so you don't feel like you are on top of the neighbors. 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. It has a clean playground and well maintained pool as well as some walking paths, large grassy areas, pavilion and volleyball court. All sites but one (#67) are full hook up. Some seasonal sites but all were tasteful and not trashy looking. We enjoyed the shade trees on our site (#3) and noticed many sites had similar trees, but the owner keeps them trimmed to not interfere when parking on your site. There is also a creek area for dog swimming. Our two labs loved it! Local kayaking areas and about 30 min to Foxwoods Casino, even closer to Mohegan Sun. Mystic Seaport and Mystic Aquarium are also not too far. Nearby (5min drive) is also a fun looking place for mini golf. Will definitely be back!
ScoutNice campground. Facilities are in good shape, friendly staff. Sites are very close to one another. Level pull through site. Quit in the evening!
RangerHammonasset Beach State Park Campground is huge, family-friendly, and has direct beach access from the campground. There is no lifeguard on duty at the campground beach but lifeguards patrol the beach a mile or so north within the park. Smaller (car-top) boats can be launched from this area as well.
The campsites do NOT include a fire pit (or grill). You must bring your own or there are fire tub rentals available at the campground store.
The park includes a Nature Center complete with exhibits and activities, and hiking trails. Bald eagles can be seen on the nature reserve.
Expect long lines at the state park entrance fee station on the weekend if the weather is nice.
Camping near Stratford, Connecticut offers options for RVers and tent campers within a 30-45 minute drive. The coastal region features mild summers with average temperatures around 80°F and winters that drop to the 20s. Sites fill quickly during peak season from June through October, particularly on weekends when temperatures are most comfortable for outdoor activities.
Hiking nearby trails: At Clarence Fahnestock State Park, you can access the 1.5-mile Pelton Pond loop trail directly from several campsites. "The site comes with a picnic table and a fire ring with removable grate, as well as a standing-level charcoal BBQ grill. This site and several others on the opposite (west) side of Pelton Pond had easy access to the 1.5 mile Pelton Pond hike loop," reports one camper.
Swimming in lakes: Rocky Neck State Park offers beach access within walking distance of campsites. "The campgrounds are named after water fowl: Crane, Egret, Osprey, Heron etc. Short walk to Rock Neck beach. Nature Center has movies on weekends for kids," notes a visitor who stayed in July 2020.
Amusement park access: Lake Compounce Campground provides a base camp for theme park enthusiasts. "This is attached to an amusement park but far enough away not to be a bother. If ever in the area again we will definitely stay again," shares one reviewer. The campground is part of Lake Compounce Amusement Park, making it convenient for families planning park visits.
Privacy between sites: At Kettletown State Park, many campers appreciate the natural separation between camping areas. "It's a small camp ground and it's absolutely beautiful. The bathrooms are always kept clean and stocked and there are a ton of watering spots," notes a regular visitor who has been camping here for years.
Nature viewing opportunities: Aces High RV Park features pond-front sites with wildlife viewing. "Beautiful pond and natural setting with lots of ducks, geese, chickens, and wild birds. The whole park is quiet and nicely-maintained," writes a camper who visited in April. Another notes, "Well organized campground with both water front back in sites as well as large pull throughs. There is also a creek area for dog swimming."
Seasonal benefits: Camping during off-peak times offers quieter experiences. At Beaver Pond Campground, "Ranger said that during summer weekends the grounds fill up and can be quite noisy, but mid-week during the off-season it was great. Would definitely return!!" a September visitor reports. Fall campers often mention the benefit of smaller crowds after Labor Day.
Bathroom conditions vary: While some parks maintain their facilities well, others receive mixed reviews. "The bathrooms weren't the best but we aren't picky," noted one camper at Beaver Pond. Another reported, "Bathhouses and toilets were not as cleaned as I would have liked but passable" at Rocky Neck State Park.
Seasonal closures impact amenities: Many parks have limited services outside peak season. One visitor to Rocky Neck noted, "The beach is closed after Labor Day to the public, but open to people staying at the campsite. Clean and beautiful."
Wildlife encounters: Proper food storage is essential at most campgrounds. At Beaver Pond, visitors are advised about bear activity. Another camper shared, "Be mindful of putting food and garbage away before sleeping" since "wildlife do roam around your campsite."
Kid-friendly activities: Several campgrounds offer dedicated children's areas. "They have a small playground, activities, tennis court, basketball," notes a Lake Compounce visitor. Another camper adds, "This is a really nice family campground. The sites are large and level."
Beach access considerations: Timing matters for beach visits. "Great Beach, but beware, it can be crowded!!!! So get their early if you do go to the beach," advises a Rocky Neck camper. Swimming areas may have seasonal bacteria issues that affect availability.
Site selection for groups: Choose connected sites when traveling with multiple families. "The sites can be a bit tight, at times," notes a Kettletown camper. Another suggests, "Sites are close together so recommend reserving two for more space. Good place for families and large groups."
Hookup availability: Water and electric connections vary by park. At Totoket Valley RV Park, a visitor notes, "Small campground with good electrical, clean water, sewer and a friendly owner. Each site has grass and a picnic table." Several parks offer full hookups but charge premium rates for waterfront locations with utilities.
Site layouts for larger rigs: Level sites are crucial for comfortable RV stays. A camper at Lake Compounce noted, "The sites were long so even though you face your neighbor, the sites were long enough that our door wasn't directly across from our neighbor." Another added, "Easy entry, long pull thrus. You will face your neighbor door to door but enough room between you don't feel invaded."
Dump station access: Most parks provide dumping facilities when sewer connections aren't available. "None of the sites have sewer, but there is a dump station on the way out," reports a Lake Compounce visitor. For extended stays, confirm sanitary dump location and hours before arrival.
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