Best Glamping near Wallingford Center, CT

Lake Compounce Campground and Niantic KOA provide upscale glamping accommodations near Wallingford Center, with distinctive safari tents, yurts, and specialized glamping structures. Lake Compounce offers glamping tents with comfortable bedding, electricity, and private outdoor spaces, while the Niantic KOA features fully-furnished yurts with climate control and kitchenettes. Several properties maintain glamping sites with proper beds, linens, and convenient access to modern restroom facilities with hot showers. White Pines Campsites and Odetah Camping Resort both house luxury yurts with hardwood floors, furnished interiors, and climate control systems, elevating the outdoor experience without sacrificing comfort. "Very well maintained and friendly staff will stay again when in the area," noted one guest about Lake Compounce's glamping accommodations.

Seasonal glamping operations typically run from early May through late October, with some properties like White Pines Campsites extending their season until Columbus Day weekend. On-site amenities at these glamping destinations include swimming areas, hiking trails, and organized weekend activities. Lake Compounce Campground connects directly to an amusement park, providing unique entertainment options for glamping guests. Riverdale Farm Campsites features waterfront glamping with both pond and river access, plus outdoor recreation areas including volleyball and basketball courts. According to a camper, "The kids who work here are so friendly and the playground is nice. They did a show on the beach one night that was fun too." Most glamping sites are located within 20-30 minutes of coastal attractions, state parks, and historic sites in the Connecticut shoreline region.

Best Glamping Sites Near Wallingford Center, Connecticut (25)

    1. Lake Compounce Campground

    12 Reviews
    Bristol, CT
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 583-3300

    "As I am set up for bed I see one other large green tent that looks deserted."

    "Has electric, water and cable TV connections. Clean bathrooms and nice store.

    It is part of the Lake Compounce Amusement Park.

    Stayed in September 2021."

    2. Riverdale Farm Campsites

    11 Reviews
    Clinton, CT
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 669-5388

    "Decent location, not overrun with seasonal campers. We stayed for 3 nights, kids loved the area and playground. Wi-Fi was not so great unless we paid $6 a day for premium access."

    "Facilities are in good shape, friendly staff. Sites are very close to one another. Level pull through site. Quit in the evening!"

    3. Wolf's Den Family Campground

    7 Reviews
    Hadlyme, CT
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 873-9681

    "This place is off Route 9 in Connecticut on the east side of the Connecticut River (major RT 9 highway is on west side)."

    "Love the camp ground super kind staff and great room on camp sites"

    5. Rocky Neck State Park Campground

    23 Reviews
    South Lyme, CT
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 739-1339

    "every campsite has its own fire pit with a grill attachment and a picnic table. my site was tent only and you couldn’t pull your car up to the site so unloading and loading was a hassle. beach is a short"

    "Located right off I95 ( which you can hear at times), the park is convenient to all the major interstates and state roads."

    6. Wildwood State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Wading River, NY
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (631) 929-4314

    $20 - $250 / night

    "Big Park 3 minute walk to the Long Island Sound. Have to rent a fire pit, so that is kind of lame. However Big restrooms with free luke warm showers, so that is kind of good."

    "Well , one of the best sites , big enough, some have platform, clean bathrooms,many showers ."

    7. Niantic KOA

    13 Reviews
    South Lyme, CT
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 739-9308

    "This KOA Niantic CT location is about 2 hours from home. It was the perfect place (not far from home) to practice.  "

    "Nice staff, fun coin scavenger hunt, great pool, well stocked store, wide sites, lots of grass/trees and space to stretch out."

    8. Odetah Camping Resort

    13 Reviews
    Bozrah, CT
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 889-4144

    "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."

    "This place has everything from a pool, splash pad, boats, food, ice cream, lots of activities, friendly helpful staff, delivery to your site from the camp store and nice shaded spacious sites"

    9. Witch Meadow Lake Campground

    3 Reviews
    Salem, CT
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 859-1542

    "Swimming pool, facilities, small lake as well larger lakes in the surrounding area. Great location and campground. Love it."

    10. White Pines Campsites

    11 Reviews
    Winsted, CT
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 379-0124

    $74 / night

    "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."

    "However one issue was the garbage situation. Had to walk a long distance to throw out the trash."

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Glamping Reviews near Wallingford Center, CT

235 Reviews of 25 Wallingford Center Campgrounds


  • SANDIE B.
    May. 29, 2019

    Charlie Brown Campground

    Well run Campground

    WE come here every year with our group, RVing Women Northeast Network for our first rally of the season each year for a number of years,  The reason we come back is the way we are treated, because they have pavilions that have a campfires 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 etc.  VERY enjoyable.  We all park around this Pavillon.  IT is well kept, kids are entertained by parents and fishing etc.  Parties are present but they have quiet hour and it seems to be obeyed.

  • J
    Mar. 15, 2021

    Indian Island County Park

    Great location, beautiful views

    Wonderful 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!

  • L
    Aug. 16, 2020

    Wilderness Lake Park

    Cute place

    My family and I stayed here a few years ago in the tent area. Not all sites are secluded, but we were the only ones so it was nice and private. At the time there was only one port-a-potty for the tent area we were in and no water source. It’s a dog friendly park which was good for us, our dog could swim in the lake with us. Cute patio overlooking the lake as well with seating. Wood delivery is awesome especially since tent area is a slight distance from office, but that is also a bonus so you’re away from the RV sites. Also price is reasonable for a private campground considering the rates a lot of other places charge.

  • Carli V.
    Jul. 23, 2018

    Rocky Neck State Park Campground

    great experience

    every campsite has its own fire pit with a grill attachment and a picnic table. my site was tent only and you couldn’t pull your car up to the site so unloading and loading was a hassle. beach is a short drive on site and the showers were one site over. I had a great time

  • Tracy D.
    Sep. 16, 2018

    Highland Campground

    Older but lots to do

    The campground is older, and the roads/driveways need work. For those looking for newer facilities, this isn't the place. There are no 50 amp sites. The rec hall and the bath houses are old, but we don't mind the old fashioned spots at times. Reminds me of camping as a kid. There are a lot of activities for the kids and adults. Shuffleboard, bocci ball, fishing, bingo, playground, pit luck dinners, etc. There is wifi available.

    There are a lot of seasonal campers which can sometimes feel like you're intruding on their space. There is a page of rules to follow, the seasonals ignore them.

    There is no black water hookup, only gray water. You have to have them clean out the black or dump on the way out.

  • April L.
    Apr. 4, 2019

    Odetah Camping Resort

    Had no idea it was there!

    Stayed in October 2018. 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. Playgrounds, bath houses throughout and fully stocked camp store with anything you could ever need. Organized events, cafe on site and quick drive (or Uber ride) to Mohegan Sun.

  • John D.
    May. 3, 2015

    Rocky Neck State Park Campground

    Great park in a great location

    I have been camping at Rocky Neck State Park for decades, both tent camping, and now In a 30' camper. Located right off I95 ( which you can hear at times), the park is convenient to all the major interstates and state roads. If you can, stay away from the front gates during the typical peak arrival / departure times. Traffic jams occur, partly because you're also in-line with the car loads of beach goers. 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. Park-like settings surrounding a large lawn. Bathhouses are being rehabbed, deemed adequate; can be seedy towards the end of the season. Park is routinely patrolled by State Conservation Officers who will put you out if needed. CT State Police and local officers also patrol. Camp roads are paved, and lots and lots of kids spend time riding bikes, coloring with chalk, skateboarding, roller blading.

    No electrical hook-ups; potable water spigots located within the camping circles. Generators allowed, but there are quiet hours. Dump upon exit; its up top by the entrance booths.

    There is a "tent-only area" which is nice and abuts a paved road for campers to walk / bike to the beach. Use this. Stay off the main road to the beach if you can. The speed limit is enforced, but sporadically. The fines are very stiff (you receive a State traffic ticket from the Officer).

    This beach road leads you to a wonderful overlook where lots of people take their kids crabbing for Blueshells. There are size regulations so be careful. The regs are posted. Bring some raw chicken wings and kite string and have some fun. You can also follow the signs that will lead you to nature walks. Amazing.

    During inclement weather some campers leave the park. We always recommend taking a right out of the park onto east bound Route 156. Follow into downtown Niantic for restaurants, an Irish pub, or a movie. Nice village area, and pedestrian friendly.

    Rocky Neck is a very nice park, and if I had to list one complaint, it is that the State is in a financial tight-spot, and has been cutting services and personnel. Entrance booths go unmanned and that leads to traffic jams that extend out and onto the main road. Very , very messy. Life guard towers at the beach are empty at times. Bath houses can be filthy.

    All things considered, I would recommend this park..

  • Sylvia P.
    Sep. 15, 2020

    White Pines Campsites

    Could have been so much better

    Upon arrival, I liked the atmosphere and friendly service but our site was filthy. A bag of dog poop by a tree, trash under the picnic table, cigarette butts littering the rocks around the fire pit, and the pit was so full of ash, there was no more room for firewood. And as other reviewers stated, these sites aren’t the cheapest. I don’t normally complain but this was unacceptable in my opinion. I called the front desk and spoke with a very lovely person. She was mortified and said she’d send maintenance. No. One. Ever. Showed. Up. We waited an hour and then we just started cleaning it up ourselves so we could move on and get started on dinner.

    Our site was T3 and it was spacious and spread out from other tent sites. There was a tiny creek meandering behind the site and the woods just went on for miles. We felt grateful to be separated from the RVers and have so much space to ourselves.

    Night fell and the place turned into Margaritaville. The seasonal RVers have really taken over the place and while some have tasteful decor and lights, others not so much. Even 50 yards away from the RV section and I felt like I was in a dance club parking lot. The music was so loud. No one seemed to care. Nothing was enforced.

    Lastly, there was a lonely port-a-potty across the road from us along with a water spigot. There was trash all around the spigot that remained there throughout our stay (an entire roll of sopping wet toilet paper and an eyelash curler, guys), but the camp sanitation truck came once a day to empty that outhouse, which I never used based on the smell. If you have young kids that nap during the day, this truck would wake them. I walked the extra .2 miles to the bathhouse, which started out immaculate but quickly turned south with the sheer number of people using it. A cleaning log claimed it was tended to but it couldn’t have been true. Trash was endlessly overflowing and soap was running low.

    The loud music I could get over for the view but the uncleanliness was just annoying. What a simple thing to fix for your customers.

    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.

  • Robert L.
    Jun. 30, 2020

    Wilderness Lake Park

    How did I not know about this place?

    Connecticut is LACKING when it comes to outdoor activities when compared to some of the places around the country. That being said, it's more rewarding when you find a little gem like Wilderness Lake Campground.

    While this is about 60% RVs, the tent sites are great. The host gave us a secluded spot in the back to the point I didn't feel like I was at a campground other than the fire ring. We didn't need bathrooms, water or electricity, but there was a bathroom within walking distance. It also looked like they were building a little outbuilding for Women and Men's bathrooms near the tent sites. 

    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. Whether you have an RV, want to Car Glamp or looking to feel deep in the woods, this place checks all the boxes. It's also conveniently located off I-84(exit 70).


Guide to Wallingford Center

Connecticut camping options near Wallingford Center provide access to both coastal and woodland experiences within a 20-45 minute drive. The region sits at elevations ranging from sea level to 650 feet, with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak camping season. Most campgrounds in this area operate from April through October, with several extending their season through Columbus Day weekend.

What to do

Beach access: Rocky Neck State Park Campground offers a unique combination of woodland camping with beach swimming. "The campsite is right near the beach, and the campsites and bathrooms are always clean!" notes one visitor who appreciates the park's proximity to Long Island Sound.

Amusement park connection: Lake Compounce Campground provides direct access to the adjacent theme park. "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," reports a camper who enjoyed the convenience.

Hiking trails: Wilderness areas near campgrounds offer moderate hiking opportunities on trails ranging from 1-3 miles. According to a visitor at White Pines Campsites, "Hiking trails were nice, good variety of easier and more difficult terrain."

Water recreation: Riverdale Farm Campsites features both pond and river access. "The lake is perfect, the river needs work. But this an awesome small campground," shares one camper who enjoyed the water activities.

What campers like

Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain clean restrooms and showers, which guests consistently mention in reviews. "Bathrooms and showers were not as cleaned as I would have liked but passable. Coronavirus social distancing required," notes a visitor to Rocky Neck State Park.

Swimming options: Odetah Camping Resort receives praise for its water amenities. "The lake is great!! The pool area is a little small, but the attraction is the lake. The splash area at the pool is great for little kids," explains a guest who found multiple swimming options.

Weekend activities: Structured entertainment happens at most campgrounds, particularly on weekends. "They had activities for the kids on weekends and holidays. They are close to local beaches and hiking trails," mentions a reviewer who stayed at Riverdale Farm Campsites.

Accessible beach paths: Niantic KOA offers walkable access to state beaches. "The best part of this campground was the proximity to the state beach via a well kept hiking trail," says a visitor who appreciated not needing to drive to reach the shore.

What you should know

Site privacy varies: Campsite separation differs significantly between campgrounds and specific sites. At White Pines Campsites, "We stayed at site 85 in Sunny Crest and liked having some privacy. The sites nearby had some trees providing space between each site."

Seasonal populations: Many campgrounds host a mix of overnight guests and long-term seasonal residents. "This is an RV park... Now that the bad is out of the way. The good, they had activities for the kids on weekends and holidays," shares a visitor who spent three months at Riverdale Farm.

Weekend noise levels: Some campgrounds experience increased noise during weekend stays. "Night fell and the place turned into Margaritaville. The seasonal RVers have really taken over the place and while some have tasteful decor and lights, others not so much," reports a camper at White Pines regarding weekend atmosphere.

Bear awareness: Wolf's Den Family Campground and other woodland sites may have wildlife visitors. "We and several other neighboring campers spied a pretty big black bear not far enough away in the late morning hours," cautions a camper at White Pines, suggesting secure food storage is essential.

Tips for camping with families

Playground options: Several campgrounds feature multiple play areas for different age groups. "They have a small playground, activities, tennis court, basketball. Not to mention its next to the amusement park," shares a visitor to Lake Compounce Campground.

Organized activities: Weekend programming often targets family participation. A guest at Riverdale Farm mentions, "The kids who work here are so friendly and the playground is nice. They did a show on the beach one night that was fun too."

Glamping alternatives: Families seeking upscale accommodations near Wallingford Center can book specialized structures. "We stayed for 3 nights, kids loved the area and playground. Wi-Fi was not so great unless we paid $6 a day for premium access. Nice activities for kids," notes a family who visited Riverdale Farm Campsites.

Water features for kids: Rocky Neck State Park Campground offers child-friendly beach areas. "Great Beach, but beware, it can be crowded!!!! So get their early if you do go to the beach," advises a visitor who recommends arriving before 10am for optimal beach access.

Tips from RVers

Hookup availability: Water and electric connections are standard, but sewer hookups vary. "They have spaces for 10 sites and up (I would call to see if you can fit if you have a larger rig). Very easy to get to right off I-95," advises a visitor to Niantic KOA.

Site length considerations: Campgrounds designed decades ago may present challenges for longer rigs. "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," explains a visitor to Wolf's Den Family Campground.

Dump station access: When planning glamping close to Wallingford Center, Connecticut, know that some campgrounds lack full hookups. "No sewer hook ups, but does have a dump station," notes a Lake Compounce visitor, highlighting the need to plan accordingly for longer stays.

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