Campgrounds near Uncasville, Connecticut are primarily located along the Thames River watershed with elevations ranging between 50-250 feet above sea level. The area experiences a humid continental climate with warm summers and moderately cold winters. Most campgrounds in the region close seasonally from late October through April, with snowfall averaging 30 inches annually and summer temperatures typically reaching 80-85°F.
What to do
Kayaking at local waterways: Campers staying at Crocker's Boatyard can access several water recreation opportunities. "We were here on an extremely hot and humid couple days. It was great to have electric and water hookups. Also being able to use their pool with our grandchildren was great," notes one visitor. The location provides easy access to Fort Trumbull and ferry service to Block Island.
Explore historic sites: Fort Trumbull State Park is within walking distance of several camping areas. "Sunday we went and visited Fort Trumbull which is also walking distance away. Very nice place to visit and learn. Also took a tour of the Coast Guard Ship at Fort Trumbull," reports a Crocker's Boatyard guest.
Mini golf outings: Several campgrounds are located near family-friendly attractions. At Strawberry Park, "The mini golf course was actually really nice and not the run-down homemade ones that you usually see at campgrounds," according to one camper who visited Sun Outdoors Mystic.
What campers like
Clean bathroom facilities: Campers frequently mention bathroom cleanliness as important. "The bathrooms in the campground were newer and immaculate," notes a visitor to Sun Outdoors Mystic. Similarly, at Ashaway RV Resort, a guest mentioned, "My kids enjoyed playing tennis & swimming in the pool at the campground - there is also mini-golf, but we didn't get the chance to play."
Family-friendly amenities: Multiple pools and recreation options attract families. "Large campground with 3 pools, many amenities and scheduled activities," states a recent Strawberry Park visitor. Another camper adds, "Kids had fun on the many play grounds. It was a bit too cold outside but the pools and hot tubs looked nice. Splash pad was clean and used by kids."
Spacious sites at select campgrounds: Site spacing varies significantly between campgrounds. At Aces High RV Park, "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."
What you should know
Year-round availability limited: While most RV sites near Uncasville close seasonally, Ashaway RV Resort remains open all year. The seasonal patterns affect pricing, with peak rates from June through August.
Cell reception varies by location: Connectivity is important for many travelers. At Thousand Trails Sturbridge, "Cell reception is not great. Camp link Wifi for a fee is workable unless you need to do zoom calls," according to one review.
Site quality differences: Surface materials and leveling vary between campgrounds. "Sites and roads are a pea gravel material and each site has large grassy areas around it," notes an Aces High visitor, while another mentions, "Clean, well-maintained, and level site with concrete pad and patio. Utility hookups were in great condition and everything worked as it should."
Tips for camping with families
Check activity schedules: Many campgrounds offer organized events. "We watched a magician and played pickle ball on the courts. Kids had fun on the many play grounds," shares a Strawberry Park visitor. Another camper adds, "Bingo every night, and more activities than you could possibly do!"
Consider proximity to attractions: Location affects access to regional sites. At Countryside RV Park, a camper noted it's "close to I-395" making day trips convenient. Another visitor mentioned, "Nice quite Campgrowd, limited child activity's easy drive to lake/fishing. Close to museums, shopping."
Pool availability matters: Swimming options vary by campground. "My kids enjoyed playing tennis & swimming in the pool at the campground - there is also mini-golf," notes an Ashaway RV Resort visitor. At Crocker's Boatyard, guests appreciate that "the pool is very clean as are the bathrooms and showers."
Tips from RVers
Site configurations for groups: Some campgrounds offer specialized arrangements for multiple RVs. "We camped here with friends and got one of the 'buddy sites' so our patios faced each other. I like this configuration when camping with friends but would not like this site if we did not know our neighbors," explains a Sun Outdoors Mystic visitor.
Utility placement varies: RVers should note hookup locations. "Utility hookups were in great condition and everything worked as it should (other parks should come and take a look at how to do this right)," mentions an Aces High reviewer. Some sites offer 30 and 50 amp options, while others are limited.
Satellite reception considerations: TV options are important to some RVers. "The cable tv worked well and many sites would accommodate satellite users," notes a visitor to Sun Outdoors Mystic. Site placement and tree coverage affect satellite reception at different campgrounds.
