Camping spots near Assonet, Massachusetts range from basic facilities to full-service campgrounds within a 30-mile radius. The area sits at under 100 feet above sea level with typically moderate summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak camping season. Southeastern Massachusetts camping locations feature predominantly oak-pine forests, with many campgrounds situated near freshwater ponds formed by glacial kettles.
What to Do
Cycling trails access: At Myles Standish State Forest, campers can enjoy both paved and mountain bike trails throughout the park. "Great riding spot to road ride from. Nice park. Good access to surrounding new England towns," shares one visitor, while another mentions "The bike trails through the park are great and we enjoyed them. Paved and mountain bike trails."
Fishing opportunities: Many campgrounds feature pond fishing opportunities. At Pinewood Lodge Campground, visitors can enjoy waterfront sites. "We were lucky enough to get a site by the pond. There was great views from our site of the pond. On the site there was also a path down to a little dock on the pond that you could sit and relax on," notes one reviewer.
Beach exploration: Head to Horseneck Beach State Reservation for beach camping within 30 miles of Assonet. "The best!! Our site was perfect for tent camping and pets!" writes one camper. Another adds, "The beach is a bit rocky but the water is clean and sandy. The sites are spacious, yet if you pick one in the middle of the grounds you're pretty much out in the open."
Off-leash dog parks: Several campgrounds near Assonet offer dedicated dog areas. As one visitor to Newport RV Park shares, "We got a great pull through full hookup with a 5 minute walk to a huge dog park. There are also a bunch of beautiful trails right from the park."
What Campers Like
Proximity to attractions: Canoe River Campground earns praise for its location near the Xfinity Center. "This place is pretty awesome if you're looking to see a show at the nearby Comcast center. It's cheap, quiet, and affordable and very close (maybe ten mins or less to the venue)," explains one repeat visitor.
Recently renovated facilities: Some parks have undergone recent improvements. One camper describes their experience: "God access to some beginner flowy mountain bike trails," at Wompatuck State Park, while another visitor appreciates the "indoor and outdoor pool" at a different location.
Tent-specific areas: Tent campers will find designated sections at many campgrounds. A reviewer at Pinewood Lodge notes: "Pinewood has all of the basics covered. Great place to spend 1-3 nights under the stars. Hot showers were awesome (.25 cents per 3 minutes) and the stone fire pits were a hit."
Group camping options: For larger gatherings, some parks offer specific areas. According to one camper at Myles Standish, "The park is a great staging area for day trips to Plymouth and all its history as well as being an easy bike ride to the upper cape. The park itself is quite large and has several distinct campgrounds within it, including an excellent dedicated area for groups."
What You Should Know
Campground size variations: Camping areas range from small to quite extensive. At Boston/Cape Cod KOA, one visitor observed, "We wanted to explore the Cape and are members of the KOA rewards program so we chose here to stay... As we pulled around the office we saw all kinds of activities for kids. Bouncy 'pillow', pool, bounce pad, sluice, miniature golf, and a playground."
Seasonal limitations: Most campgrounds operate from May through October, with limited availability outside this window. One camper at Canoe River Campground notes: "This campground is fairly basic and on the older side with the playground and pool. We still had a great time. The bathroom/showers were clean as was the rest of the campground."
Site privacy concerns: Some campers mention proximity issues. A reviewer at Horseneck Beach notes, "Being a state park on the beach, there is little in the way of foliage so there is nothing between you and the next camp site to give you much privacy."
Tick awareness: Ticks can be problematic in wooded areas. One camper at Horseneck Beach warns: "The tick situation was just very difficult. We drowned ourselves in tick spray, but the ticks were overwhelming. If it wasn't for the ticks, we probably would have loved this campground."
Tips for Camping with Families
Playground amenities: When traveling with children, check for updated play equipment. A visitor to Normandy Farms Campground reports, "We stayed here for a few nights when they celebrated Halloween 🎃. It is super easy to get around. They had tons of festive activities. They have an indoor and an outdoor pool."
Swimming options: Several campgrounds offer swimming in ponds or pools. "The pond water was very clear, seeing as they are fed from natural springs under the ponds," notes a visitor to Myles Standish State Forest.
Bathroom proximity: When camping with small children, bathroom location matters. One Myles Standish visitor shares: "Each loop has one bathhouse. Ours, unfortunately, did not have hot water. We were told if we wanted it, we could go to any of the other loops."
Evening activities: Some campgrounds offer programmed evening events. A camper at Newport RV Park notes, "This is a cute little campground that's easy to access. It's 20 minutes from downtown Newport and about 45 minutes to downtown Providence."
Tips from RVers
RV site selection: Choose sites based on shade preference and leveling needs. A Newport RV Park visitor advises: "Call ahead to check on shade versus full sun sites if that's important and take note of grass and course gravel pad material as well. The main campground is on a slope, so be prepared for some leveling requirements."
Dump station locations: Not all campgrounds offer full hookups. A reviewer at Wompatuck State Park notes: "Sites offer electric hookups only," while another camper explains that at Horseneck Beach, "We positioned ourselves close to a water spigot to refill our fresh water, we had a generator that we were able to use between 7am & 10pm and there is a dump on site."
Seasonal site availability: Some campgrounds limit RV sites during off-peak seasons. At Boston/Cape Cod KOA, "I have learned that you really need to upgrade to the better campsites to enjoy your stay. With that being said I did not take my own advice and I booked a basic 30 amp fullhook up campsite and it was so tight that unfortunately I did not enjoy it as much as I wanted to."
