2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Wilderness Lake Park and Aces High RV Park provide full hookup sites with 50-amp electric service within 30 miles of Tolland, Connecticut. Both accommodate large motorhomes, with Aces High featuring concrete pads and patio areas. "I would recommend to stay here if in the area. Verizon LTE 1 bar," notes a recent review about connectivity at nearby Wolf's Den Family Campground. Pine Lake RV Resort in Sturbridge offers 230 sites with electric and water hookups, while Sun Outdoors Mystic serves as a coastal alternative with big-rig friendly sites, though without sewer connections at all locations. Most parks in the region maintain seasonal operations, typically closing between mid-October and mid-April.
Across the region, dump stations are available at select parks including Wilderness Lake, Aces High, and Douglas Forest Resort, though availability varies by location. Many rv sites throughout Connecticut require advance reservations, particularly during fall foliage season when occupancy rates peak. A review mentioned that "the utility hookups were in great condition and everything worked as it should" at Aces High RV Park. Pet policies are generally accommodating, with designated dog areas at several locations. Cell reception can be inconsistent – particularly problematic at Thousand Trails Sturbridge, where one traveler noted service was "bad" and potentially challenging for those needing to work remotely. RV storage is not commonly offered at parks in the immediate Tolland vicinity.
"This park is in a great location for exploring Mystic. You are close to downtown, the aquarium, Mystic Seaport and other attractions."
"Our site was wide and had some bushes adding privacy from some nearby RVs."
"Family friendly"
"The manager was able to give me a great campsite away from all of the RVs and cabins. It was right at the entrance however you did have to hike up a short 50ft hill to get to the site."
"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
"We had an incredible stay at Douglas Forest RV Resort! From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by how peaceful and well-maintained everything was."
"They have a playground, pool, and yard games for the kiddos to use. Wish they had bigger grass sites. I think they will have some in the future."
from $65 - $125 / night
"Beautiful, family owned & run, quiet, large sites. Close to I-395."
"Water, electric &sewer sites. Very quite, rules are in-forced. This is camping, if you’re looking for entertainment bring your own!"
"The campground was large enough to tire out the dogs walking around, staff was friendly, helpful and welcoming!"
from $28 - $58 / night
from $54 - $850 / night
"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."
"Nothing beats cooking breakfast outside on a cool Connecticut morning. Coffee tasted especially good on this trip."
"Nice campground, a mix of seasonal & short-term visitors. The sites are VERY close, but the people are nice and we had a great stay."
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.
ScoutBeautiful and rustic campground on the shores of Bantam Lake. I stayed in a tent site with my van. Basic setup. Nice. No activities - perfect if you are looking to unwind from it all.
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.
Tolland, Connecticut sits within Connecticut's Quiet Corner at elevations ranging between 600-800 feet above sea level. The area features a mix of rolling woodland, small lakes, and historic New England towns. Campgrounds near Tolland typically open between mid-April and early May, with night temperatures often dropping 15-20 degrees lower than daytime readings throughout camping season.
Hiking forest trails: Less than 30 minutes from Tolland, Douglas State Forest offers extensive woodland hiking opportunities. "You're literally steps away from Douglas State Forest, which made morning hikes and evening strolls absolutely magical," notes a visitor to Douglas Forest RV Resort. The forest features several well-marked trails through diverse terrain.
Water recreation: Multiple campgrounds feature small lakes or ponds for summer activities. 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." Paddle sports are particularly accessible as some parks provide complimentary equipment: "They even had free kayaks/canoes for the lake."
Golf opportunities: Some rv parks near Tolland include golf facilities, though quality varies significantly. Camp Coldbrook Golf & RV Resorts features a 9-hole course, but recent visitors note maintenance concerns: "The greens have not been cared for in 10+ years. The only folks I ever saw use the course were taking drunken hacks more like weed eating than golfing."
Spacious, level sites: Several campgrounds in the Tolland region provide well-designed camping areas. "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," reports a visitor to Aces High RV Park. Premium sites at some locations feature concrete pads and patios.
Woodland privacy: Tent campers particularly appreciate secluded spots available at certain parks. One camper at Wilderness Lake Park shared: "Tent sites are nice and isolated, but not scary far apart. Lots of wildlife so keep your food sealed... Nice walking trails and free kayaks as available." Several campgrounds maintain tent-specific areas separated from RV sections.
Proximity to attractions: The location between major regional destinations makes camping near Tolland convenient. "20-minutes drive to Mystic and all the touristy stuff to see and do," notes a camper at Aces High RV Park. Sun Outdoors Mystic visitors appreciate similar convenience: "This park is in a great location for exploring Mystic. You are close to downtown, the aquarium, Mystic Seaport and other attractions."
Reservation requirements: Most camping facilities require advance booking, with many demanding full payment upfront. One visitor to Camp Coldbrook noted: "We reserved it months ago and should have suspected something when they demanded payment in full up front." Booking lead times extend significantly during peak periods.
Cash-only policies: Several campgrounds maintain cash-only payment systems. A visitor to Countryside RV Park shared: "Beautiful, family owned & run, quiet, large sites. Close to I-395." Another campground requires: "Cash or Venmo only so be prepared."
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