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Best Campgrounds near Bedford, MA

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Bedford, Massachusetts provides access to several established campgrounds within a 30-mile radius, including Hanscom AFB FamCamp located directly in Bedford and Lorraine Park Campground at Harold Parker State Forest about 20 miles north. The camping landscape encompasses a mix of state forest campgrounds, military facilities, and private RV parks with varying amenities. Most campgrounds in the region accommodate tent camping, while several also offer RV sites with hookups. Spacious Skies Minute Man, located west of Bedford, provides cabin accommodations in addition to traditional camping options, making it suitable for visitors seeking more comfort.

Camping in the Bedford area operates seasonally, with most campgrounds open from May through October. Many state park campgrounds require advance reservations, particularly during summer weekends and holidays. "This campground is clean and well kept. Lots of families here. Swimming in a pond or a short drive to a bigger lake," noted one visitor about a nearby state forest. Cell service varies throughout the region, with some campgrounds reporting spotty coverage. The terrain is generally wooded with moderate elevation changes, making for pleasant hiking opportunities. Water access is available at several locations, with ponds and small lakes offering swimming and fishing opportunities during the warmer months.

Campers consistently highlight the convenience of camping near Bedford while still enjoying a natural setting. The proximity to Boston (approximately 15 miles) makes these campgrounds popular for weekend getaways from the city. According to feedback on The Dyrt, "Less than 25 miles north of Boston and less than 5 miles from the interstate, Lorraine Park campground at Harold Parker State Forest provides ample on-site activities and also serves as a jumping off point for exploring the Massachusetts coast." Sites with water and electric hookups tend to book quickly during peak season. Many campgrounds feature hiking trails, fishing opportunities, and playgrounds, making them suitable for family camping trips. The region's historical significance adds another dimension to camping experiences, with several campgrounds providing convenient access to Revolutionary War sites and other historical attractions.

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Best Camping Sites Near Bedford, Massachusetts (105)

    1. Lorraine Park Campground — Harold Parker State Forest

    31 Reviews
    North Reading, MA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 475-7972

    $17 - $35 / night

    "north of Boston and <5 miles from the interstate, Lorraine Park campground at Harold Parker State Forest provides ample on-site activities and also serves as a jumping off point for exploring the Massachusetts"

    "You could be tucked away from everyone or closer together depending on the site you choose but they are all pretty decent in size. All sites have water which is a plus."

    2. Spacious Skies Minute Man

    28 Reviews
    Ayer, MA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 772-0042

    $39 - $999 / night

    "The pool is huge and clean and there is a ton of seating around. The shop has everything you could need. There are horseshoes, can jam, basketball, and bocce. There’s a playground and a rec room."

    "Easily accessible by car to shopping, groceries, etc. but no hiking or good walking paths from the campground."

    3. Hanscom AFB FamCamp

    9 Reviews
    Bedford, MA
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (781) 225-3953

    "The campground offers RV sites, some with hookups, as well as more walk-in secluded tent sites as well as one yurt tent. The campground is peaceful and quiet, although adjacent to a very busy AFB."

    "Close to minute man historical sites- revolutionary war historical trails and Ranger Station. Not too far from Boston."

    4. Winter Island Park

    14 Reviews
    Salem, MA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 745-9430

    $35 - $105 / night

    "Many of the RV sites are located in the main parking lot; others are in a field just to the right of the entrance."

    "We drove 3-1/2 days from Idaho to get to a COVID testing site which would take non MA residents and turn the results around under 48 hours. We needed quiet camping and not have it cost a fortune."

    5. Wompatuck State Park Campground

    42 Reviews
    Hingham, MA
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (617) 895-8245

    $17 - $23 / night

    "Ours (R002) was large, beautiful, and mostly surrounded by forest."

    "I chose a spot away from others and was glad I did. Behind me was nothing but quiet woods and a deer meandered through a couple times."

    6. Normandy Farms Campground

    39 Reviews
    Foxborough, MA
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (866) 673-2767

    $50 - $200 / night

    "The staff was positive and helpful and that made a difference for me. I traditionally dry camp or go for semi hooked up on purpose, I just like the quieter camping."

    "Driving around this place is definitely not a typical campground but more of a luxury camp because of all of the amenities.

    That being said it was very nice and felt safe."

    7. Camp Nihan Education Center

    2 Reviews
    Saugus, MA
    13 miles
    Website

    "The group site is super close to parking and yet the terrain is rugged enough that it always felt like we were really in the woods."

    8. Boston Harbor Islands State Park Campground

    8 Reviews
    Hull, MA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (781) 740-1605

    $8 - $55 / night

    "The yurts have bunk beds, a floor lamp, a table inside, a picnic table outside and a grill. Just getting to the island is a fun adventure."

    "You may choose to leave from Long Wharf, near the Aquarium T stop on the Blue line, or from Hingham, with overnight parking available."

    9. Ponkapoag Camp

    6 Reviews
    Randolph, MA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (781) 961-7007

    $20 - $65 / night

    "The area around Ponkapog is beautiful, showcasing a wetland climate that, while common, is an integral part of the Massachusetts ecosystem that many people don’t even realize is within a stones throw."

    "The camp is on a beautiful piece of wooded land surrounding a large pond/lake. There are about 25 rustic cabins, and a few tent sites dispersed throughout the camping area."

    10. Salisbury Beach State Reservation

    25 Reviews
    Salisbury, MA
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 462-4481

    $28 - $38 / night

    "However, you can’t beat the location and it’s a great place to go with a group."

    "The feel here is electric, and positive. Lots of RV’s that stay here all summer long. Feels like you are in a tight-knit community, very friendly folks, packed tightly together."

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  • Utshob A.
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Bear Brook State Park Campground

    Convenient and fun

    The park was easy to get to, only about half an hour from Manchester. It has kayak rentals and a very well stocked camp store, that was close to the camp sites. Our campsite was only about a hundred feet away from the camp store but still felt private.

    Our campsite also had a fire pit and a picnic table which were great.

    The size of the sites varies quite a bit though as well as their isolation, some were out in the open.

    For cell service: ATT seems to have pretty decent coverage but not Verizon.

  • S
    Aug. 23, 2025

    Cold Springs Camp Resort

    All Around Exceptional

    This place is just great! They have clean, flat sites, easy to navigate and get our fifth wheel in. The facilities are spotless. There are numerous pools and hot tubs, activities and the people that work there are just the nicest! Our kids were never scolded for being loud and neither were the adults. We have booked our return trip already and can't wait to go back!

  • d
    Aug. 19, 2025

    Cape Ann Camp Site

    25 cents for a shower

    The aerial photos of this place are very deceiving. This camp ground is the foreground of the main house which, is situated on the top of the hill. The sites are all dirt. There is no concrete pads. There is no WIFI. There is no sewer hook up however, near the street there is a "dump station."  The camp ground is run down and unmaintained. Our site had a fire ring which, was filled with ash. Our first night we woke up to a trailer filled with smoke because, someone near by had a fire in 92 degree heat. Most campers are full time residents. There is no sight of them during the day light hours but, at night they are up and about on bikes and mingling with each other. 

    25 cents per 5 minute hot shower is offered in the public restroom. Some shady people immediate started to hover near the public restroom once we drove up the hill to use the public restrooms. For $70/nite for a view it's not worth it. I was glad to leave- very creepy.

  • Rachael K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Lake Dennison Recreation Area Campground

    Really pretty and chill

    This campground is pretty and offers many private site options. We didn't use the bathrooms so can't speak on that. But overall it's a clean campground.

    There are two loops. The loop closer to the entrance has a lot of private sites. Although if you have one closer to the main road, it is quite noisy with road sounds. But many of the sites in the middle are more quiet. The sites by the lake are really pretty, but there's not much privacy. All of the sites are good size and the fire pits are placed well.

    The other loop farther away from the entrance has a lot more lakeside sites. But there's very little privacy. The sites with higher numbers by the lake are all on top of each other with little to no trees or shrubs between sites, and you can't really decipher where one site ends and the next begins. We would not stay on that loop if we visited again. Unless it was site 101 which seemed more private for that loop.

    Sites 1 through 5 on the first loop are pretty quiet and peaceful. We stayed at site 4 and we think that it was one of the best sites in the campground. We didn't have neighbors on either side of us. We only had neighbors across from us. The site was spacious , peaceful and pretty. There was a little trail from our site that went down to a marsh. That was absolutely beautiful.

    We will definitely stay here again.

  • gabe N.
    Aug. 16, 2025

    Lake Dennison Recreation Area Campground

    What a gem

    We camped here one night on a pit stop and it exceeded our expectations! We camped on the north shore; sites were big and offered immediate access to and view of the lake. However, there is limited privacy between sites so hope for good neighbors :) also cell service was fine with AT&T.

  • Cassie G.
    Aug. 12, 2025

    Winding River Campground

    Fun laid back place. This campground has a lot of potential. Some info on their website and Facebook isn’t accurate.

    I would like to share my experience this past weekend at Winding River in Exeter NH. My family of 3 Stayed at tent site 523 in the Oak area. We also had family at 553 and 554 and Cabin 2.

    About site 523: I clearly had one of the largest and most private tent sites. It was set back with a long driveway tucked between 522 and 524. It’s a very steep drop into the river making most sites a little nerve wracking with a little one. Online it said water available nearby. Most sites had a hookup but there wasn’t a one on my site. It looked like there may have been one to share on the road, but I didn’t end up needing to figure that out.

    Tent sites 522 and 524: Along with most of the tent sites these sites were very close to each other, much smaller and closer to the road. I wished my family members had gotten 552 and 553 as they blended together nicely if you are tenting in side by side spaces. The ground was very rocky making staking tents down difficult. They were right next to the bathroom which was convenient but loud. Ventilation in the bathroom was not good so the doors were propped open much of the time and loud hand dryers.

    Shower:

    • This is the smaller of the two bathrooms in the campground. There are 2 showers there. Each with a single insufficient curtain and no hooks on the wall or bench to place things down. Water was hot enough, pressure was ok if you set it to the high power massage-like setting.
    • The showers in other bathroom (near the town center area) had a door and two curtains. Some had hooks (some of which were broken). I almost tripped going in and out of these bathroom stalls because they are raised up but there is no marking on the ground to indicate that.

    Cabin 2: Ac worked well. There was a good sized bed downstairs, smaller beds in two lofts. I was surprised the couch didn’t pull out. Fridge and all dishes were nice and clean. All the cabins seem to have different back porch setups. This porch was smaller than C1. There was a propane grill that smelled rancid with sooo much caked on The burners. The location of the ceiling fan under the other lights in the ceiling gave them a flashing effect that really bothered me.

    Pros:

    • Lower price compared to other campgrounds (but I don’t feel like I got everything advertised on the website)
    • Two playgrounds, both were nice.
    • Water slide was fun
    • We arrived Thursday at the gate and were told how to get to our site, to set up and then come over to the office which was nice.

    Cons:

    • The river is very low and yucky so none of the boating or fishing advertised was possible. likely causing the massive amount of mosquitos.
    • The whole arcade building was was “out of order”
    • The laundry room had two washers (one was broken) and two dryers 2.50 each per load. Not sufficient for a campground this size (especially when people leave their clothes in the machine for 30 mins after they’re done!)
    • Camp store was poorly stocked (multiple empty coolers).
    • Ice $3 per SMALL bag.
    • Wood $10 per bundle and rules say you can’t bring from off-site. I saw people with huge metal bins of wood but was never offered that option when I payed for multiple bundles.
    • Camp store closes at 3 on Sunday and doesn’t open until 11 am during the week (which is also checkout). This made it a little confusing when I wanted to return the golf cart. They have a small area with icecream that is scooped and maybe a kitchen. I never saw it open but I think the sign said open morning to 12 and then again in the evening.
    • The pool was green and cloudy on day 3. I called the office and was told they had just shocked it and that was a result of the copper. I am not informed enough on pool safety so I opted out of swimming on the hottest day of our stay. My son was bummed.
    • Planned activities were only scheduled for Friday and Saturday, when online mentions “daily”. During adult kareoke there were plenty of kids and really poor wifi (wasting so much time between songs).

    And just to add:

    • Staff I encountered was friendly enough, but It would be nice if they wore shirts to identify themselves.
    • Golf cart was great, but cost more than the site per night.
    • Pedal go-carts were available for rent (I didn’t ask a price).
  • Rae Y.
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Saddleback Campground

    Uncomfortable feeling for my girls

    I made everyone stay in the trailer every night , we just didn’t feel comfortable with our girls being out after dark. There was def a lot of questionable rif raf that were definitely on something and it was obvious that there were a few girls there that were working.   Always men working on vehicles.  Family will not go back. Don’t want my daughter around that

Guide to Bedford

Camping near Bedford, MA, offers a variety of beautiful spots for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Many campgrounds, like Pawtuckaway State Park Campground, have trails that lead to stunning views. One visitor mentioned, "So many lovely waterfront sites, clean facilities, camp store and beach are great."
  • Water Activities: If you enjoy kayaking or swimming, Bear Brook State Park Campground is a great choice. A camper noted, "This site is close to the lake/beach area, hiking trail, bathroom/shower. It is very spacious and nice."
  • Wildlife Watching: Campgrounds like Wompatuck State Park Campground offer opportunities to see local wildlife. One reviewer shared, "You can take a trail from the campsite. Good sights while hiking, with good spots to have lunch or pause for water."

What campers like:

  • Spacious Sites: Campers appreciate the large, private sites at places like Greenfield State Park Campground. A long-time visitor said, "If you like large sites in a wooded setting with many private ones this is the place."
  • Clean Facilities: Many campers rave about the cleanliness of the bathrooms and showers. A reviewer from George Washington State Campground mentioned, "Bathrooms were very clean with hot showers."
  • Friendly Staff: Campgrounds like Normandy Farms Campground are known for their helpful staff. One camper noted, "The staff is lovely. The sites are level, the bathrooms/showers are spotless."

What you should know:

  • Pet Policies: Some campgrounds have restrictions on pets. For example, at Pawtuckaway State Park Campground, pets are only allowed on hiking trails, not in the campground or beach area during summer.
  • Crowded Weekends: Expect busier conditions on weekends. A visitor at Bear Brook State Park Campground noted, "The weekend was packed! Our neighbors were playing karaoke till 11pm."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Wompatuck State Park Campground, may not have markets or extensive amenities. A reviewer mentioned, "There is NO market."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and organized activities. Normandy Farms Campground offers plenty for kids, as one parent said, "It has so many things for the kids to do."
  • Choose Spacious Sites: Opt for campgrounds with larger sites for family gatherings. A camper at Greenfield State Park Campground mentioned, "All sites are very private."
  • Plan for Mosquitoes: Bring bug spray, especially if you're near water. A visitor at Bear Brook State Park Campground warned, "Our dog got covered in ticks so watch for that."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Levels: Some sites may not be level, so bring leveling blocks. A reviewer at Normandy Farms Campground noted, "We have a 25” B+ and basically had to park sideways."
  • Electric Hookups: Ensure your chosen campground has electric hookups if needed. Minute Man Campground offers various site options, but some may be tight.
  • Reservations Recommended: Especially during peak seasons, make reservations ahead of time. A camper at Boston/Cape Cod KOA advised, "I recommend having reservations if you want to stay at this campground."

Camping near Bedford, MA, has something for everyone, from families to RVers. Just remember to check the specific campground rules and amenities to ensure a great experience!

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Bedford, MA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Bedford, MA is Lorraine Park Campground — Harold Parker State Forest with a 4.5-star rating from 31 reviews.

What parks are near Bedford, MA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 15 parks near Bedford, MA that allow camping, notably West Hill Dam and Buffumville Lake.

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