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Black Rock State Park Campground and Lake Compounce Campground provide cabin accommodations near Terryville. Black Rock offers basic cabin rentals with electricity, while Lake Compounce features more developed cabin options with water hookups and electricity. Cabins typically include beds, tables, and electricity but vary in their amenities. Most have picnic tables outside and fire rings for cooking. Bathrooms with showers are centrally located within the campgrounds rather than inside individual cabins. "The staff greeted with warm welcomes and big smiles. Even when I arrived on a rainy Sunday. The grounds staff smiled and waved as they went by," noted a visitor about their cabin stay experience.
While some campgrounds operate year-round, others like Black Rock State Park are seasonal, open from May to September. Reservations are essential, especially during summer months when cabins book quickly. Most cabins allow pets, though specific pet policies vary by location. Cozy Hills Campground maintains well-kept cabins with fresh wood chips and groomed gravel sites. As described in feedback on The Dyrt, "Clean, well maintained camping. Sites are well maintained, with fresh wood chips and groomed gravel."
Most cabins require visitors to bring bedding, pillows, towels, and cooking supplies. Basic cabin rentals typically do not include kitchen facilities beyond a fire ring outside, so portable cooking equipment is recommended. Campground stores at Lake Compounce and Cozy Hills offer essential supplies. One camper shared, "Great camp store and grill and hot food" regarding the conveniences at Cozy Hills. Hemlock Hill Camp Resort provides cabin options with varying amenities, making it suitable for visitors planning extended stays in the Litchfield hills area.
"Restrooms are clean and spacious. Showers are great. Whoever planned this campground is/was a camper. They have cabins, teepee and tent sites."
"As I am set up for bed I see one other large green tent that looks deserted."
"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."
"Beautiful state park, very clean .. fishing, lake swimming, hiking trails. Bathrooms, free showers .. stores within a 5 minute drive. Most of the camp ground site are not secluded .."
from $17 - $50 / night
Check Availability"We were passing through Connecticut and needed a place to crash. Loved this campsite! Very chilled and secluded in your own site. I liked that it felt like a litrle community but still quotr private."
"I am an experienced camper and left no trace of food anywhere near my tent, fire or picnic table. The bears did not bother me."
from $17 - $50 / night
Check Availability"The only downside was the real lack of privacy at almost all the sites we saw. it was more like staying in a summer cottage colony. "
"Great camp store and grill and hot food"
from $72 - $122 / night
Check Availability"We stayed at site 85 in Sunny Crest and liked having some privacy. The sites nearby had some trees providing space between each site."
"We got a tent spot and it was perfect since it was the furthest one away and there was no one near us which is probably why we loved it so much bc we were so isolated. a little disappointed in the site"
from $74 / night
Check Availability"Kettletown State Park isn't just for camping. 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."
"Stayed in a cabin on the lower loop. Went hiking all day. Kinda close together sites, but the trails make up for it."
from $17 - $50 / night
Check Availability"First off, Connecticut’s state campgrounds are not KOA’s. Do not expect top of the line activities that private campgrounds have."
"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
Check Availability"I happened upon Lone Oaks Camp Site when looking for someplace to stay in north eastern Connecticut."
"Great little store. Activities for the kids. Not a ton of privacy, but we didn’t mind much. Nice change from the dry camping we usually gravitate towards"
"Running water and full bathrooms. Also close local shopping and restaurants. Campground is extremely reasonably priced."
"_Hammonasset Beach State Park Campground is huge, family-friendly, and has direct beach access from the campground."
from $20 - $70 / night
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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.
GuideThis campground overall was pretty good. It is a larger campground, with large sites. Within the campground there are also restrooms available, showers and water. I would advise to bring your own water, because the running water they provide doesn't taste the best and smells like rotten eggs. Just my opinion. The campsites also have a fire ring pit and a picnic table, which was nice for my large family. It wasn't too busy when we went- we got there on a Friday night around 6pm and were able to get a spot. There are also some fun activities within the campground, and things nearby. There are some good hiking and biking trails. My family and I went on a hike one morning, and my brothers enjoyed riding their bikes along the path. There is a restaurant near by that plays live music. The night we went, it was country music. Not sure how often they do this, or if the music changes. They do also have cabins you can rent, but we enjoyed the camping experience. We were in section C, spot 85. It was a pretty good, private spot. The campground was pretty clean, although we did see some trash throughout the campground that we picked up as we walked by it.
ScoutThis campground has great sites with great beach access. Running water and full bathrooms. Also close local shopping and restaurants. Campground is extremely reasonably priced. You have to book early as this Campground books extremely quickly during peak season.
RangerGetaway is fabulous! My first glamping experience was a winner! Machimoodus is one of the newest outposts just outside Boston and NYC. My bf and I went during one of the snowiest weekends all winter, but it was completely worth it!
First of all, the huge picture window in the cabin is AMAZING. It is just so rejuvenating waking up to freshly fallen snow on the trees - corny I know, but 100% accurate. The cabin was beautiful and rustic, and outfitted with cookware, dishes, a Bluetooth capable radio, essentials like coffee for purchase, books and a shovel for the snow.
Since the outpost was new, the fire pit was brand new, and despite the snow, we were able to cook on it. Very easy to use.
Only critiques would be the lackluster water pressure in the shower and how icy the walkway leading up from the driveway got in the cold weather. The water pressure was a small price to pay, however, and the icy walkway is resolved easily enough wearing micro-spikes.
I can’t recommend enough. It can be a pricy excursion, but the outposts are established in very beautiful settings. I cannot wait to check out more!
GuideWe stayed at site 85 in Sunny Crest and liked having some privacy. 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.
The picnic table was chained down so there weren’t many options to set up having the fire pit and picnic table where they were.
Hiking trails were nice, good variety of easier and more difficult terrain.
RangerI’ve lived in CT all my life but never used the Rocky Neck State Park Campground until now.
The campgrounds are named after water fowl: Crane, Egret, Osprey, Heron etc...We stayed in Egret. We camped at site #4 (sunny) then moved to #38 (shady).
Both spots were quiet, music low and people minded their business. Equal mix of RVs big and small as well as many tents.
Bathhouses and toilets were not as cleaned as I would have liked but passable. Coronavirus social distancing required.
Sites include one paved parking spot (ours was very muddy) a fire pit and a picnic table. No water or electric hookup. Wi-fi not available at this campground. Fire wood is sold at camp office. There is no store in park - no ice either.
A lot of you children. Short walk to Rock Neck beach. Nature Center has movies on weekends for kids.
Anyone with kayaks can’t easily get to boat launch. It’s 4-5 miles by car at 4 mile river boat launch. See photos.
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.
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.
TravelerFairly large campground. Tent sites available but mostly RV/Campers. WiFi in common areas isn’t great so if you’re planning on working during some down time, this isn’t the place. Nice hiking around the area. Bathrooms are clean. Good for kids/families.
Cabin camping near Terryville, Connecticut offers access to the western Connecticut highlands, where elevations range from 700-1000 feet with mixed hardwood forests. The area experiences distinct seasons with warm summers around 80°F and winter temperatures often below freezing. Winter cabin options remain limited in this region, with most rentals available from spring through fall.
Hiking trails near campsites: Austin Hawes Campground provides direct access to the Henry Buck Trail and is located near the Farmington River. "There is plenty of things in the area if you need to pick up any extra supplies too! The Pleasant Valley General Store down the road is great. Provides everything you need in addition to live bait and even a rod and reel to purchase if you forget yours!" notes a visitor to Austin Hawes Memorial Campground.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple campgrounds offer fishing access, with the Farmington River being particularly noted for trout. "Trophy trout river with excellent fishing, but catch and release only," explains a camper who stayed at Austin Hawes Memorial Campground.
Swimming options: While Lake Compounce offers amusement park swimming, campers seeking more natural settings can find alternatives. As noted by a camper at Kettletown State Park Campground, "Kettletown State Park isn't just for camping. 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."
Secluded wooded sites: Several campgrounds offer more private cabins tucked into wooded areas. At Austin Hawes Memorial Campground, a camper shared: "If you like nice big private sites, peace and quiet while providing a great location for fishing and hiking (Henry Buck Trail) then this is your kind of place."
Clean facilities: White Pines Campsites maintains well-kept bathhouses according to reviews. "The picnic table was chained down so there weren't many options to set up having the fire pit and picnic table where they were. Hiking trails were nice, good variety of easier and more difficult terrain," noted one visitor to White Pines Campsites.
Variety of cabin types: From rustic to more equipped options, the region offers multiple cabin styles. A visitor to Kettletown State Park Campground explained: "The campsites are varied, you can tent camp, use a camper, or they also have a few cabins you can rent. Be advised, there isn't a kitchen or bathroom in the cabins!"
Limited cell service: Several campgrounds have poor or non-existent coverage. A visitor to Austin Hawes noted: "Last but not least - no cellphone service, which is either a good or bad thing, depending on how you feel about it."
Wildlife considerations: Bears and smaller animals are present throughout the region. At White Pines, a camper warned: "Also beware of bears. We and several other neighboring campers spied a pretty big black bear not far enough away in the late morning hours. I'm sure they are fed well."
Water quality varies: Swimming areas may close due to bacteria levels. "When swimming is allowed, there isn't a lifeguard," noted a reviewer about Kettletown State Park, highlighting the need to check conditions before planning water activities.
Playground access: Lake Compounce Campground offers play facilities directly in the camping area. "They have a small playground, activities, tennis court, basketball. Not to mention its next to the amusement park," explained a visitor, making this an option for families seeking structured recreation.
Quieter weekday stays: For families with small children, weekday bookings often provide a more peaceful experience. A visitor to Lone Oak Camp Sites mentioned: "Lots of activities for kids. Most seasonal sites are held by employees. Super friendly staff clean sites and bathrooms. Great little store. Activities for the kids."
Pack entertainment: Many cabin areas lack designated children's facilities, so bringing games and activities is recommended. One camper at Lake Compounce noted: "Great time! Would have been nice if they had a place to swim (in the camping area) besides for at the main park."
Limited hookups: Not all cabins and RV sites offer full connections. A camper at Cozy Hills Campground shared: "Nice facility, friendly staff. They pack us in pretty tight in some sites," indicating the importance of checking exact site dimensions when booking.
Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds have uneven terrain requiring preparation. A reviewer at White Pines Campsites observed: "A lot of the sites we drove by were pretty sloped - I would recommend a drive through if you can beforehand."
Dump station access: For RVers with longer stays, knowing dump station locations is crucial. "Very well maintained and friendly staff will stay again when in the area. Does not have sewer hookups, but does have a dump station," noted a visitor to Lake Compounce Campground, highlighting the need to plan for waste management.
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