Best Campgrounds near Bridgewater, MA

Campgrounds near Bridgewater, Massachusetts range from fully developed facilities to more rustic options within a 30-mile radius. Boston/Cape Cod KOA in Middleboro and Massasoit State Park Campground in East Taunton are among the closest established camping areas, offering varied accommodation types including tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin rentals. Many campgrounds in southeastern Massachusetts feature amenities such as electric hookups, water access, and fire rings, with some properties like Normandy Farms Campground providing resort-style facilities including showers, recreational areas, and full hookup sites.

Camping in the Bridgewater area operates seasonally, with most facilities open from April through October or November. The region experiences typical New England weather patterns with humid summers and cold winters, making late spring through early fall the prime camping season. Reservations are strongly recommended, particularly for weekend stays during summer months when availability becomes limited. Several state-managed properties including Wompatuck State Park and Myles Standish State Forest have specific regulations regarding alcohol consumption, quiet hours, and campfire use. Cell service varies across the region but remains generally reliable in established campgrounds. One camper noted, "The location of this park was great for what we were doing – not too far from Newport but in a nice quiet section of town. The distance between sites was far enough that you did not feel cramped or on top of your neighbor."

The camping landscape near Bridgewater combines coastal and woodland experiences, with several properties providing access to ponds, beaches, and forested trails. Public beaches and Cape Cod attractions remain within reasonable driving distance from most campgrounds. Water access represents a significant draw for many visitors, with several reviews highlighting swimming and fishing opportunities. State forest campgrounds offer more natural settings with hiking trails and wildlife viewing potential, while private campgrounds typically provide more amenities but less privacy between sites. A reviewer at Wompatuck State Park observed, "Peaceful campground with an easy drive to the beach. Our non-electric loop was a mix of tent and RV campers, and everyone was pretty quiet." Families particularly appreciate campgrounds with playgrounds and recreational facilities, which are commonly found at the larger established sites in the region.

Best Camping Sites Near Bridgewater, Massachusetts (96)

    1. Boston/Cape Cod KOA

    22 Reviews
    Middleboro, MA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 947-6435

    "This is a busy campground due to its location . Easy access to Boston, Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, Plymouth, Newport, and many more attractions."

    "We selected this campground because of its proximity to family who we would be visiting. It was very convenient to Providence, Cape Cod, and Duxbury."

    2. Wompatuck State Park Campground

    43 Reviews
    Hingham, MA
    16 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."

    3. Normandy Farms Campground

    39 Reviews
    Foxborough, MA
    16 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."

    4. Massasoit State Park Campground

    17 Reviews
    Lakeville, MA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 822-7405

    $17 - $27 / night

    "Other than the bees, it was peaceful, and nobody bothered you. i would recommend lots of bee spray and a screen house, but hopefully it was an isolation situation."

    "We were located in the no electric no water area and even though every site was taken, it was surprisingly more private than you'd expect."

    5. Pinewood Lodge Campground

    10 Reviews
    Carver, MA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 746-3548

    $50 - $110 / night

    "Very quiet place, beautiful sites nice fireplaces bathrooms are close by and clean. Don’t care for the coin operating showers. Nice camp store and lots of activities for the kids."

    "Pond was pretty dirty and you’ll be in close proximity to a shooting range and municipal airport (be wary of noise levels)."

    6. Canoe River Campground

    9 Reviews
    Mansfield Center, MA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 339-6462

    $42 - $58 / night

    "This place is pretty awesome if you’re looking to see a show at the nearby Comcast center."

    7. Charge Pond Campground — Myles Standish State Forest

    19 Reviews
    South Carver, MA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 866-2526

    $17 - $35 / night

    "My home away from home, I have been going to Myles Standish state forest to camp swim and critter catch since I was a little girl. Some of my fondest memories were made here."

    "Good access to surrounding new England towns."

    8. Jellystone Park™ Cranberry Acres

    8 Reviews
    South Carver, MA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 866-4040

    $70 / night

    9. Ponkapoag Camp

    6 Reviews
    Randolph, MA
    15 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. Ellis-Haven Family Campground

    5 Reviews
    Carver, MA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 746-0803

    $32 - $60 / night

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Recent Reviews near Bridgewater, MA

687 Reviews of 96 Bridgewater Campgrounds


  • SkipperAllen C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2025

    Wompatuck State Park Campground

    Very nice stopover

    Good place to spend the night.It was quiet comfortable and plenty of room between campsites

  • G
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Coastal Acres Campground

    Favorite campsite of all time

    Absolutely adore this campground. Much of what others have said in the reviews is true – the sites are small and there’s not a ton of privacy in many spots (although you certainly can find more private spots if you know which to book). But none of this is really matters given the location. Less than 10 minute walk to downtown Provincetown, and an extremely safe, enjoyable walk. You cannot beat the access to one of the best towns in the world. The campground also felt very safe and incredibly quiet.

  • Paul K.
    Aug. 26, 2025

    Fort Getty Campground

    Great Park Just Not for Camping

    Forty Getty Park RV Campground seems like a great location, with a good bit of history and a lot to offer to anyone visiting, which is why I was eager to visit it this past weekend while traveling through the Jamestown area of Rhode Island. I'd still call it a great place to visit, just not the best to attempt to stay at overnight or camp at. That is something else entirely in this case. 

    THE GOOD👍 Again, an absolutely gorgeous location on the shores of Jamestown😍 that being the park, NOT the campgrounds. The campground itself🏕 and particularly the⛺️ tenting section are pretty far removed from any of that and the water itself in reality. 

    THE Bad. In actuality, the campground looks to be a complete afterthought. More like, What should we do with this little grassy area next to the RV park?... oh maybe that can be for tents! Or,. Where the hell are we going to fit some tents⛺️⛺️⛺️⛺️⛺️around here? Oh, I know, how about over on the hill by the bathrooms?🚻 next to the RV park fencing? Oh yeah, that sounds Perfect👍 

    The Ugly There's no Ugly. The people seem nice, the park is great,t and everyone working there was polite and courteous. It's just a shame they haven't given any real consideration to the camping section or provided a real space for campers to come enough the area. What you're left with is a grassy knoll with a bunch of tent sites tightly clustered together and right next to or on top of the RV park in a way that didn't seem necessary.

  • 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.

  • Eric LeBoeuf
    Aug. 6, 2025

    Wompatuck State Park Campground

    Meh its ok

    Bathrooms are out dated showers have tiles falling off very small showers also quiet hrs are enforced on Friday nights only it seems

  • Jim R.
    Aug. 6, 2025

    Indian Ranch Campground

    Live Music, Lake Views, and Laid-Back Vibes—One of Our Favorite Campgrounds

    We ended up at Indian Ranch Campground after leaving another local campground under less-than-ideal circumstances… and honestly, it turned out to be one of the best accidental discoveries we’ve ever made.

    From the moment we arrived, the energy here was completely different—welcoming, relaxed, and full of life. The campground is beautifully laid out with well-kept sites, plenty of trees, and easy access to Webster Lake(aka Lake Chargoggagoggmanchauggagoggchaubunagungamaugg—yes, really).

    🎶 The concerts? Incredible. Being able to walk from our campsite to watch national music acts perform live at the Indian Ranch Amphitheater is a game-changer. It’s like a music festival that doesn’t require you to sleep in a muddy field. Huge bonus for music lovers!

    🛺 Golf cart rentals make exploring the campground easy and fun, especially if you're hauling chairs, coolers, or just want to cruise around and enjoy the views.

    🏊‍♂️ The pool is clean and inviting—perfect for relaxing after a show or just enjoying a sunny afternoon.

    🌅 The lake itself is stunning, with spots to sit and watch the boats, fish, or just take in the view. The vibe is very“lake life meets concert culture,” and it works perfectly.

    🍔 There’s also an on-site restaurant inside the gates with great food, cold drinks, and a laid-back patio atmosphere that completes the experience.

    🤝 The people here? Fantastic. Campers were friendly, staff was helpful, and there was an overall sense of community that you just don’t get at every park. In Summary: Awesome mix of camping+ concerts Clean facilities, full hookups, and spacious sites Golf cart rentals= a must! Pool, lake, and great food on-site Walkable access to live shows= chef’s kiss🎶 We stumbled in… and didn’t want to leave If you're looking for more than just a campsite—if you want an experience—this is it. We'll be back. Probably more than once.

  • Jim R.
    Aug. 6, 2025

    Douglas Forest RV Resort

    Please—Do Your Homework Before You Stay Here

    I wish I wasn’t writing this.

    Truly. But if sharing our experience helps even one person avoid the same mistake, then it’s worth it.

    We booked two full weeks at Douglas Forest RV Resort, drawn in by its wooded setting and supposed family-friendly charm. The photos looked peaceful. The location sounded perfect. But within hours of arrival, we realized we had walked into something completely different.

    Almost immediately, we witnessed aggressive, disturbing behavior—adults yelling and chasing children through the park. At one point, a child was literally being pursued by a vehicle. In a campground. On the roads where people walk, dogs are walked, and kids ride bikes. We were shocked. We kept expecting someone from staff to step in—but no one did. When we brought it up to another guest, they just nodded and said,“Yeah… it’s always like this.” Turns out, management is known to overlook certain behavior from“regulars.”

    As we walked the grounds, we also noticed**several people clearly living out of tents—**not camping, not weekend warriors, but living there long-term. It gave the entire campground an uneasy, off-kilter feel. The line between traveler and transient is not well-maintained here, and it adds to the overall lack of safety and structure.

    We were ready to leave that night, but with tight, poorly lit roads, towing out after dark just wasn’t safe. So we locked up, barely slept, and pulled out at first light. We had paid for 14 nights. We stayed one. And we didn’t ask for a refund—because honestly, we just wanted out.

    And yes, we later discovered that many of the glowing reviews online were written by someone who works at the campground. That’s not just misleading—it’s reckless. Campers rely on those reviews to make informed choices.

    Douglas Forest RV Resort could be something special, but it’s not. Not right now. Not while safety is ignored, accountability is non-existent, and some guests are clearly treated as untouchable. Please, do your homework before booking here.

    We wish we had—just one day earlier.


Guide to Bridgewater

Campgrounds near Bridgewater, Massachusetts range from primitive to full-service properties within easy reach of Boston and Cape Cod attractions. The region features densely wooded sites intermingled with pond access points that create distinct microenvironments for campers. Most regional campgrounds experience heavy weekend occupancy from June through August while maintaining quieter midweek availabilities.

What to do

Biking trails access: Miles Standish State Forest offers extensive cycling opportunities with both paved and mountain bike paths throughout the property. "Great camping spot to road ride from. Nice park. Good access to surrounding New England towns," notes one visitor to Myles Standish State Forest. The forest connects to regional trail systems providing day-trip potential.

Pond exploration: Multiple kettle ponds provide swimming, fishing and non-motorized boating options. The clear spring-fed ponds maintain good water quality throughout summer. "The pond water was very clear, seeing as they are fed from natural springs under the ponds," explains a camper at Myles Standish, who adds that "there are several miles of bike trails that were very enjoyable."

Off-season activities: Wompatuck State Park Campground maintains an extended season from mid-May through mid-October. "Lots of paths for walking and biking," mentions one reviewer, while another notes "God access to some beginner flowy mountain bike trails." The park's proximity to coastal areas allows for combination hiking and beach trips.

What campers like

Campsite privacy levels: Site separation varies significantly between properties. At Massasoit State Park Campground, a visitor notes the campground was "VERY VERY nicely redone" with good site spacing. Another camper reports: "We were located in the no electric no water area and even though every site was taken, it was surprisingly more private than you'd expect."

Swimming accessibility: Water access represents a major draw at regional campgrounds. At Pinewood Lodge Campground, guests appreciate waterfront options, with one noting: "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."

Facility renovations: Multiple state properties have undergone recent improvements. Regarding Massasoit State Park, a camper reported: "It is just reopenning now, renovations cont. and the updates are fabulous. everything is new the playground is fantastic. hiking trails are great, bike trails are great. lakes have great fishing."

What you should know

Alcohol regulations: State properties maintain different policies regarding alcohol consumption. At Myles Standish State Forest, a camper points out: "When you are sitting by the campfire, sometimes, chilling with a beer or another adult beverage is nice. Not in Massachusetts State Parks. No alcohol allowed."

Shower facilities: Pay showers are common at many regional campgrounds. Pinewood Lodge uses a coin system as mentioned by one visitor: "Hot showers were awesome (.25 cents per 3 minutes)." Another camper at the same property mentions not caring "for the coin operating showers" despite otherwise enjoying their stay.

Weekend congestion: Occupancy patterns show distinct differences between weekend and weekday experiences. A camper at Canoe River Campground reports: "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."

Tips for camping with families

Activity-focused selections: Boston/Cape Cod KOA receives strong reviews for children's programming. "The activities for kids is the draw for this campground for sure. My kids loved the train rides, movie night, flash light candy hunt, and arts and crafts," writes one family, who also noted that despite some facility issues, they "left with good family memories."

Playground access: Recently improved play areas feature at several campgrounds. At Massasoit State Park, a visitor emphasizes: "The playground is fantastic" while another mentions it as "huge, modern" and worth visiting even with the campground's other amenities.

Swimming options: Pool facilities vary significantly between properties. A Boston/Cape Cod KOA camper reports: "The pool is very small and when it is crowded it is more for wading than swimming." This contrasts with natural swimming areas at state parks where beaches and water clarity receive stronger reviews.

Tips from RVers

Site selection strategy: At Boston/Cape Cod KOA, one camper advises upgrading from basic sites: "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."

Hookup considerations: Water and electric availability varies widely across the region. At Normandy Farms Campground, a visitor notes, "Some sites have sewer water and electric and some no sewer but there are dump stations around the campground." The property earns praise for its range of services with one camper calling it "not a 5 star, it is a 10 star!!!"

Entertainment options: Resort-style campgrounds provide extensive amenities. At Normandy Farms, a camper describes: "Four pools, fishing pond, lodge, trivia night, soccer, baseball, softball and frisbee golf and so much more. Full hook ups. Super long sites." Another reviewer adds that the property has "an adult only pool and other pools for both adults and kids."

Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities are available at Bridgewater campgrounds?

Campgrounds near Bridgewater offer various amenities to suit different camping preferences. Lorraine Park Campground — Harold Parker State Forest provides wooded sites with water spigots strategically placed throughout the grounds, though Massachusetts state parks prohibit alcohol consumption at campsites. Shawme Crowell State Forest Campground features hot showers, though bathroom cleanliness can vary. Many campgrounds in the region offer basic amenities like potable water, restrooms, and fire rings. For RV campers, several sites have dump stations, fresh water fill stations, and generator usage during specific hours (typically 7am-10pm).

What activities can I enjoy while camping in the Bridgewater area?

The Bridgewater area offers diverse recreation opportunities for campers. Barretts Pond Campground — Myles Standish State Forest provides beautiful pond access with opportunities for fishing, swimming, and paddling. Located conveniently near Cape Cod and Boston, it makes an excellent base for day trips exploring these popular destinations. Horseneck Beach State Reservation offers prime beach access for swimming, surfing, and beachcombing. The region also offers hiking trails, biking opportunities, and wildlife viewing. For those wanting island adventures, Martha's Vineyard is accessible and offers a unique coastal camping experience with nearby beaches and historical sites.

Where can I find camping spots in Bridgewater?

While Bridgewater itself has limited camping options, several excellent campgrounds are located within a short drive. Scusset Beach State Reservation near the Sagamore Bridge offers beach camping with primarily RV sites plus a few wooded tent sites. It's extremely popular in summer, so advance reservations are recommended. Boston/Cape Cod KOA in nearby Middleboro provides full-service camping with amenities for both tent and RV campers. Other options include Myles Standish State Forest's various campgrounds and Massasoit State Park. For overnight parking only, there's a rest area on Highway 140, though reviews indicate it may not be ideal for extended stays.