Kayakers and canoeists gain free access to watercraft at Wilderness Lake Park, which sits just off I-84 in eastern Connecticut. The 60-acre property accommodates RVs up to 60 feet with full hookups alongside tent sites that reviewers describe as more secluded than the RV areas. Kay B. notes the campground is a "quiet rv and tent site park" with tent sites that are "nice and isolated, but not scary far apart."
The lake dominates the camping experience here, with a small beach area where guests can swim or launch the complimentary kayaks and canoes. Several campers mention seeing children swimming in the morning hours, and the water stays warm through summer months. A patio overlooks the water with seating for relaxing between activities. Wildlife frequents the property, so campers need to secure food properly. The campground includes walking trails and was adding a disc golf course according to recent visitor reports.
Site selection matters significantly at this mixed-use facility. The tent area offers more privacy than RV spots, with site 1 receiving particular praise for its flat terrain and separate location. Some lakefront RV sites come with private docks, while others provide minimal water views. Rebecca S. found site 15 "extremely uneven" with limited lake visibility, illustrating the variation between spots.
The campground operates from April through December and accepts reservations through their website form system. Payment is cash or Venmo only at check-in. Staff delivers firewood directly to sites, and the large camp store stocks camping supplies. Additional amenities include horseshoe pits, a basketball court, and a playground. For those exploring the broader region, places to camp near Willington provide alternatives, while Moosemeadow Camping Resort sits just over three miles southeast.
The mix of overnight visitors, seasonal campers, and permanent residents creates a varied atmosphere that some find appealing and others less so. Reserve ahead to secure preferred sites, especially those with water access.
Description
Wilderness Lake in Willington, Connecticut is a RV Park, Campground, and Recreation Area located minutes from Interstate 84 in Northeastern Connecticut near the Massachusetts line, with easy on & off access to the highway (Exit 70). Wilderness Lake is set serenely on over 100 acres of pristine countryside with a fresh-water lake for swimming, boating, and fishing, trails for hiking and biking, horseshoe pits, volleyball court, game rooms, a new playground, a lodge, and much more! If you love New England and the beautiful countryside, Wilderness Lake Campground in Willington Connecticut is a great choice for all of your wants and needs.
Location
Private CampgroundWilderness Lake Park is located in Connecticut
Directions
Take I-84 to Exit 70 and turn left onto Rt 32. Take 1st right onto Village Hill Road and campground is 1 mile ahead on the right.
Address
150 Village Hill
Willington, CT 06279
Coordinates
41.91863095 N
72.28282055 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 user
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 user
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 22 min from Hartford, CT
- 42 min from Springfield, MA
- 42 min from Norwich, CT
- 1 hr 2 min from Amherst Center, MA
















