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Kettletown State Park Campground accepts pets in tent sites, RV spots, and cabins across its wooded terrain. While most sites require standard leashing, the park maintains clean facilities with regular staff patrols for safety. Visitors use The Dyrt to find real feedback on camping near Woodbridge, Connecticut. Lake Compounce Campground also welcomes pets with designated pet-friendly areas for tents, RVs, cabins, yurts and glamping accommodations. The spacious sites at Kettletown provide ample room for pets, though they can be uneven in some areas, making proper tent setup challenging. Sites in the upper loop tend to be close together, sometimes causing confusion about boundary lines between neighboring campers.
The hiking trails surrounding these pet-friendly campgrounds offer excellent opportunities for dog walking, with Kettletown featuring both flat and hilly terrain options. Dogs must remain leashed on all trails to protect local wildlife. Swimming areas exist at both parks, though Kettletown occasionally restricts water access due to algae blooms which can be harmful to pets. The campground stays quiet for overnight stays despite daytime activity, making it suitable for dogs sensitive to noise. Sites 11 and similar waterfront options provide scenic views but require a walk up the hill to access pet-friendly bathroom facilities. Campers should secure all food in vehicles overnight as raccoons and skunks frequently search for unattended items.
"We love this State Park because it's close to our home for a quick getaway. This time we tried one of the sites on the water, and I probably wouldn't choose the same site again. "
"I love kettletown, it’s a favorite that is very close to home. It’s a small camp ground and it’s absolutely beautiful."
from $17 - $50 / night
Check Availability"I had a hankering for East Coast seafood, so I picked Hammonesett Beach State Park for Connecticut. Our 2nd state of 5.
Hammonesett Beach has a huge campground."
"Beautiful Connecticut beach sits just steps away from your campsite. Well kept showers and bathrooms are abundant and the camp store has the majority of what you need."
from $20 - $70 / night
Check Availability"People left their left over food scraps in the grass by my camp so not only has my dog been eating it, I also hear coyotes. Won’t be surprised if I see a bear in the morning.."
"Affiliated with Lake Compounce Amusement Park adjacent to campground."
from $55 / night
Check Availability"The lake is perfect, the river needs work. But this an awesome small campground. The kids who work here are so friendly and the playground is nice."
"Sites are very close to one another. Level pull through site. Quit in the evening!"
"The beach is in a walking distance. You can swim or fish there. This camp site has a relatively new and clean facility. There are many farms near by where you can get fresh veggies and fruits."
"However there are too many loud families and the sites are too close in proximity for me."
from $20 - $225 / 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."
"There’s two brand new bathrooms on site one of which is conveniently located right by the pool. Owners are doing new renovations to make this place look good!"
from $55 - $150 / night
Check Availability"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."
"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"However, we picked this place because it has an enclosed dog park. It does have an enclosed dog park but the fence is only 3 feet high."
"We stayed near the water. Clean private bathrooms were a plus. Clean pool but only 3 feet deep."
from $72 - $122 / night
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ScoutWe have enjoyed our stay. Nice campground with lots of activities and things to do. However, we picked this place because it has an enclosed dog park. It does have an enclosed dog park but the fence is only 3 feet high. While this might be fine for some dogs, I have 2 young border collies that will jump that fence like it is not even there.
GuideMost amazing weekend with tons of woods (privacy is huge for us). Very friendly guests and staff! Amazing weekend with lots of fun for the kids and even the dogs! We’ve been to campgrounds with playgrounds worse than the waters edge dog park. Every one of us had a great time with the perfect campsite deep in the woods (still able to park my 26’ camper trailer). Swimming pool, great playground, among lots of trails and wooded area surrounding almost every site. Best camping weekends we’ve ever had have been at Waters Edge.
LegendI had a hankering for East Coast seafood, so I picked Hammonesett Beach State Park for Connecticut. Our 2nd state of 5.
Hammonesett Beach has a huge campground. They divide the loops with names. I unfortunately chose Pequot. This loop has THE WORST bathrooms/showers on the South side of the campground. Looks like they were built in 1950s with rotten wood siding. Dirty. The showers were outside the bathroom- there was a bench & hooks OUTSIDE! We found out all the other loops had modern bathhouses.
My first impression of this campground is it's loud, crazy busy & there's traffic noise from the beach road. I actually liked it! This is a fun campground for families. There were kids on bikes, scooters, skateboards,roller blades. Watch your speed! They don't always watch out for your car.
I found out most people stay through Sunday & leave on Monday. There were still lots of campers left. Lots of tent campers.
I chose site 14 on the Pequot Loop because I thought I would have a view of one of the ponds. There was tall vegetation, so that was out.
The sites on the other side of the loop were right by the main beach road. Noisy during the day, but quiet at night.
There are some sites with shade, but most are sunny.
There's no electricity at most of the sites. Our site was full sun(yay for the solar panel!). On Beach Road in the campground there's 2 rows of full hookup sites, but they go FAST! I tried.
NO PETS! Including dogs.
No WiFi, but there's cell service. At least 5 dump stations.
The beach was popular.
There was a stream running from a pond that kids were playing in.
They have a beautiful Nature Center. A couple of easy hikes through one of the preserves.
This was a good base camp for the area. Gillette Castle & other state parks are within driving distance. Connecticut is a beautiful state!!
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.
TravelerI have camped here many times. There are three campsites; two that require short hikes (.5 miles and .75 miles, respectively) and a third that can be driven to. Each one is far away from the others. The two that are closest are still divided by several hundred feet of wooded area; you can hear if someone at the other campsite shouts loudly enough, but you can't hear normal conversation or see any lights.
There is no cell phone coverage at any of the campsites (if you care about that while camping).
All of the campsites are right next to the Shepaug River. There is a very crude outhouse between campsites #1 and #2, but none at #3. Each campsite has a designated fire pit, and the Steep Rock Association provides ample firewood. SR 1 and SR 2 both have picnic tables at them; SR 3 does not. Pets are welcome; there are many people hiking and camping with dogs, and people ride horses down some of the trails.
On 9/2/17, when camping at SR1, we saw a Dumpster on the side of the trail that leads from campsite SR1 to campsite SR2. I have never seen a Dumpster anywhere at Steep Rock before, so I don't know if that is a permanent new addition or if it was there temporarily.
Reservations are required and can be made by contacting the Steep Rock Association office during the week.
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.
GuideThe actual beach isn't too nice; not soft sand, broken shells, and cigarettes. However, the campgrounds have nice facilities like a shop, good showers, a playground, and volleyball courts. Be noted PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED in the summer. We were not aware of this.
LegendLet me just start off by saying we did stay at the end of the season so the campground was quiet… But this is a stunning park and totally worth a stop if you’re traveling via hwy 84! They had such great customer service and the amenities are on point. 2 separate ponds: one for fishing, one for swimming; large outdoor games; Rec hall with video games, 50¢ pool table, live music; volleyball; boat rentals; and even a baseball diamond! (We picture kickball more than baseball happening here) Facilities were east to use and clean. Sites were wide open and easy to access, my only complaint being that they offer “full hookups” but you’re told to just leave your grey tanks open. We chose to wait and dump on our way out. If you’re a pet owner, you’ll absolutely love the dog run!
ScoutBeautiful campsites! Lots of lean to sites with fireplaces in them. You have to go in person to make a reservation and pay. The camp area is beautiful, especially in the fall. Pet friendly and kid friendly with a playground available. Our favorite site is #25. Up a hill, totally private and has a lean-to.
Campsites near Woodbridge, Connecticut span from flat riverfront spots to hilly terrain with extensive trail networks. Most campgrounds in this region sit at elevations between 200-500 feet above sea level with peak camping season running from late April through early October. Summer temperatures typically reach 75-85°F during the day with higher humidity levels than inland Connecticut locations.
Fishing opportunities: At Riverdale Farm Campsites, campers can access both pond and river fishing areas. "The lake is perfect, the river needs work. But this is an awesome small campground," reports Nick H. The campground offers direct access to water without needing to drive elsewhere.
Beach access: Hammonasset State Park Campground provides direct beach access just a short walk from campsites. "Beautiful Connecticut beach sits just steps away from your campsite. You can ride your bike from your site to the playground, store, beach, local ice cream shop, coffee shop, or our family favorite, meig's point nature center," writes Tiffany T.
Hiking variety: The hiking trails at Black Rock State Park Campground offer both challenging and easier options. "Beautiful trails, flat & hilly," notes Trina W. The park maintains well-marked paths suitable for different ability levels with access to scenic viewpoints.
Clean facilities: Cozy Hills Campground receives consistent praise for maintenance. "Clean, well maintained camping. Sites are well maintained, with fresh wood chips and groomed gravel," reports Jon R. The campground features private bathrooms near the water sites, which campers particularly appreciate.
Water activities: Swimming options vary across campgrounds. At Lake Compounce Campground, Danny A. mentioned "Would have been nice if they had a place to swim (in the camping area) besides for at the main park." Meanwhile, Cozy Hills offers "Pool was nice and clean but a little cold," according to Rebecca S.
Seasonal events: Many campgrounds organize regular activities. "Great Value and Nice Family owned business. They did a show on the beach one night that was fun too. We did bingo too," shares Nick H. about Riverdale Farm Campsites. Family-focused programming tends to increase on summer weekends and holidays.
Wildlife awareness: Nocturnal animals frequent these campgrounds. At Kettletown, Jennifer H. advises visitors to "watch out for raccoons and skunk, they love to find food. Be sure put foods in the car!" This is especially important during summer months when animal activity increases.
Site variations: Campsite quality and privacy vary significantly. At Wildwood State Park Campground, Michael G. found "sites had zero privacy and were all pull through" in the RV section, while other campgrounds offer more secluded options.
Reservation timing: Popular campgrounds fill quickly. For Hammonasset, Bianca M. warns "the camp sites do fill up FAST over the summer up until school starts back up so if you plan to camp, BOOK AHEAD!" Most sites open reservations 6 months in advance.
Kid-friendly campgrounds: Sites with dedicated play areas prove popular for families. "Place is perfect for young kids? It has a huge land of campsite that the kids can run around until their energy out for the night!" reports Jennifer H. about Kettletown State Park Campground.
Nearby attractions: Location matters for family outings. "We love this State Park because it's close to our home for a quick getaway. Close to Southford Falls for a nice hike and waterfall views," Kristin shares about Kettletown. Most campgrounds are within 30 minutes of additional outdoor activities.
Safety considerations: Campground supervision varies widely. At Gentiles Campground, a reviewer noted "Staff was friendly, the bathrooms were great but I wasn't crazy how close we were with the other campers and right on the main road of the campground," which presents considerations for families with small children.
Dog-friendly accommodations: Several dog friendly campgrounds near Woodbridge offer varying amenities for pets. At Totoket Valley RV Park, Tara N. found "Small campground with good electrical, clean water, sewer and a friendly owner. Each site has grass and a picnic table." The pet-friendly site offers enough space for dogs to move around comfortably.
Hookup limitations: Water and electrical services differ across campgrounds. At Wildwood State Park Campground, "There was water, electric and sewer hookups at each site, but this was an expensive place to 'camp'," notes Michael G. RVers should verify specific amenities when booking to ensure compatibility with their equipment.
Terrain challenges: Many Connecticut campgrounds feature hilly terrain. Tara N. described Totoket Valley RV Park as "a perfect campground for seeing the local area or even catching the train to New York City," but RVers with larger vehicles should note topography can be challenging at some locations.
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