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Eagles nest is nice
If you stay in the eagles nest and get. Perimeter spot you overlook a lake, it’s nice and quiet. Everyone waves, nice lake to fish on. Front desk/owner? is a sweetheart.
Camping near Brimfield, Massachusetts
Central Massachusetts around Brimfield features a mix of state parks, family campgrounds, and RV resorts within a 20-mile radius. Quinebaug Cove Campground and Village Green Family Campground are located directly in Brimfield, offering 165 sites with full hookups for RVs and tent camping areas. Wells State Park in nearby Sturbridge provides a more rustic experience with spacious, shaded sites around Walker Pond. The camping landscape extends into neighboring Connecticut with options like Wilderness Lake Park in Willington and Charlie Brown Campground in Eastford, both offering a range of accommodation types from tent sites to cabins and yurts.
Most campgrounds in the Brimfield area operate seasonally from mid-April through mid-October, with peak season running Memorial Day through Labor Day. Advance reservations are strongly recommended, especially for weekend stays during summer months. Cell service varies significantly throughout the region, with several reviewers noting limited connectivity at Wells State Park and other wooded areas. As one camper noted, "Download your maps for offline use! Cell connection was horrible heading up here." State park campgrounds typically charge higher fees for out-of-state visitors, while private campgrounds offer more amenities but at premium rates. Insect activity, particularly mosquitoes and ticks, can be intense during summer months, with one visitor reporting finding "over 25 ticks" during a two-night stay at a nearby state park.
Water access is a common feature at campgrounds throughout the region, with many sites offering pond or lake frontage. Hiking trails are abundant, particularly at Wells State Park, which one visitor described as having "some of the best hiking I have seen from a campground in the area, with a huge system of trails which are all very well marked." Family-friendly amenities are standard at most private campgrounds, while state parks offer more spacious sites with greater privacy. Bathroom facilities vary widely, with some campgrounds featuring centralized facilities that can be a considerable walk from certain campsites. Highway noise can be an issue at some locations, particularly those near Interstate 84, though many wooded sites provide adequate sound buffering. Brimfield camping offers diverse experiences for all types of outdoor recreation, from fishing in stocked ponds to exploring the region's scenic woodland trails.
Best Camping Sites Near Brimfield, Massachusetts (164)
1. Wells State Park Campground
16 ReviewsSturbridge, MA8 milesWebsite+1 (508) 347-9257$17 - $55 / night
"This is a great campground located in Sturbridge, Massachusetts on walker pond. Brand new bathroom/shower facility this year. Offers hiking, biking, swimming, fishing. Nice and quiet also."
"Beautiful campground in a nice central location nearby several nice towns in Central Massachusetts."
2. Wilderness Lake Park
14 ReviewsWillington, CT15 milesWebsite+1 (860) 684-6352$70 / night
"Connecticut is LACKING when it comes to outdoor activities when compared to some of the places around the country."
"It’s a dog friendly park which was good for us, our dog could swim in the lake with us. Cute patio overlooking the lake as well with seating."
3. Sunset View Farms
5 ReviewsMonson Center, MA5 milesWebsite+1 (413) 267-9269"Great location kids had a blast just wished they had more activities for them to do for the weekend we stay it poured everyday and they only had one craft and then an arcade to entertain them."
4. Partridge Hollow Campground
5 ReviewsMonson Center, MA4 milesWebsite+1 (413) 267-5122$45 - $65 / night
5. Brialee Family Campground
14 ReviewsAshford, CT16 milesWebsite+1 (800) 303-2267$25 - $150 / night
"Swimming lake, canoeing lake, pool, playgrounds. Choice of shade in trees or open field. Nice sites. Decent laundry and showers. Great place with kids.....lots of seasonal, but plenty short term."
"Nice hiking around the area. Bathrooms are clean. Good for kids/families."
6. Thousand Trails Sturbridge
6 ReviewsWestville Lake, MA7 milesWebsite+1 (888) 707-1477"The manager was able to give me a great campsite away from all of the RVs and cabins. It was right at the entrance however you did have to hike up a short 50ft hill to get to the site."
"We had a great time relaxing around the campfire with another family. The playground was a hit for our kids!"
7. Quinebaug Cove Campground
4 ReviewsFiskdale, MA3 milesWebsite+1 (413) 245-9525$70 - $78 / night
"Perimeter spot you overlook a lake, it’s nice and quiet. Everyone waves, nice lake to fish on. Front desk/owner? is a sweetheart."
"Small campground on lake. lot of seasonal sites. Sites on beach are nice size."
8. Pine Acres Family Camping Resort
15 ReviewsRutland, MA18 milesWebsite+1 (508) 882-9509$70 - $115 / night
"Miles and miles of country/forests surrounding pine acres, however pulling in you’ll soon realize how much goes on inside the campground."
"Although the tent sites are a distance from anything, the main areas of the campground are fantastic. With a full calendar of events (some free, some cost $) you will never be bored."
9. Village Green Family Campground
2 ReviewsBrimfield, MA2 milesWebsite+1 (413) 245-3504$40 - $50 / night
10. Charlie Brown Campground
8 ReviewsEastford, CT16 milesWebsite+1 (860) 974-0142"Surrounded by the Natchaug forest, and adjacent to the Natchaug River. Great activities for everyone."
"Activities were still available with social distancing of course due to Covid. Close by was Taylor Brooke Winery which was the perfect place to while away a late summer afternoon."
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Recent Reviews near Brimfield, MA
629 Reviews of 164 Brimfield Campgrounds
Kaitlynn F.ScoutDouglas Forest RV Resort
Great weekend.
We spent the weekend here with our 4 kiddos ages 8,6,4, and 3. The kids had a blast. The bathrooms are spotless. They are in the process if renovating but that didnt interfere with our visit. They have a playground, pool, and yard games for the kiddos to use. Wish they had bigger grass sites. I think they will have some in the future.
- CChristine S.Scout
Austin Hawes Memorial Campground — American Legion State Forest
Excellent Solo Tent Camping
I was a solo female tent-camper and I stayed at the Austin Hawes campground for 2 nights. I had an excellent experience. The office is open daily from 9-5 and 2 young women were staffing it during my stay. They welcomed me with a smile, answered all my questions and sold me two bundles of firewood for$7 each. I camped in site#22 which overlooked the Farmington River. You could hear the river running by all night long. It was very peaceful. I did not know that this portion of the river offers excellent fly fishing, so it looked like something out of an Orvis Catalog as men(they were all men) in waders with serious fly fishing gear often passed by or were standing in the shallow river doing their thing. It is important to know that BLACK BEARS ran through the campsite at night.(The young women in the office had warned me to be careful with my food, and that bears were often sighted). I am an experienced camper and left no trace of food anywhere near my tent, fire or picnic table. The bears did not bother me. I heard they spooked one family who blew some airhorns, then packed up and left in the middle of the night. There are 2 bathhouses, but one was locked because it is currently under construction. I had no trouble using the 1 that was open for campers. There are 2 female(private) showers, 2 male(private) showers, 2 bathroom sinks and 3 toilets in each house. I had no trouble using them and the facilities were clean. All-in-all, it's a beautiful, but very rustic(no electricity) campsite. I look forward to returning in the future.
Sue B.
RangerAustin Hawes Memorial Campground — American Legion State Forest
Great smaller campground on the river!
We love Austin Hawes (Also referred to as American Legion). We have been coming here for years, and it is a great spot. Not too far, not too busy, tent sites, trailer sites, and cabins too. It is in a great location with plenty of hiking trails nearby, and lots of options for swimming, fishing, boating, etc.
- Sue B.Ranger
Salt Rock Campground
Enjoyed our weekend here
We did a family campout here and had several sites together. We camped in our pop up in the field. We were close to activities and enjoyed an afternoon tubing down the river. The bathrooms weren't the cleanest, but we've seen worse. We enjoyed our time here.
- Sue B.Ranger
West Thompson Lake Campground
Nice Campground!
We stayed at one of the lean-to sites and really enjoyed our time here. We went fishing and explored the area. We hiked to the tri-state marker (CT-MA-RI) on a nearby trail. Plenty to do and see! Bathrooms were cleaner than what we are used to in a state campground.
Biagio M.ScoutMashamoquet Brook Campground — Mashamoquet Brook State Park
Pretty, but loud
Campground was great. Site was in great shape, everything in order. Portapotties were large. The road made the trip horrible for peace and quiet lovers. I knew it was close to the road, but right on top of it AND a heavily traveled route.
- Sue B.Ranger
George Washington State Campground
Good location, average campground
Our first time camping here, we were trying to get a more secluded spot, but the pics on ReserveAmerica were not the greatest gauge of the sites. The sites were OK, some better than others, we didn't have any amenities but there was potable water nearby. There are cabins, which are really just bunkhouses with 2 bunk beds. Each site has a fire pit and picnic table. Our loop had porta potties nearby, we only saw one real bathroom with flushing toilets and showers. We did go for a nice hike, the North/South Trail goes through the campground and there are many trails in the area as well. We did a 5+ mile loop and got a good sense of what the trails are like. Found some geocaches and our pups got a good workout.
- Denise M.
GuideAustin Hawes Memorial Campground — American Legion State Forest
Amazing Mother's Day camping trip
Beautiful large site. Can walk the trail down to the river. Beware of bears. Bathhouse was shut down for renovation but there was porta potties. Can hear road noise but wasn't bad. This and site 3 is one of the best sites.
Guide to Brimfield
Camping sites near Brimfield, Massachusetts range from 165-site campgrounds directly in town to smaller parks within a 20-mile radius. The area sits at approximately 620 feet above sea level with a humid continental climate that brings warm summers and cold winters. Rainfall averages 48 inches annually, creating lush forest conditions but can lead to muddy campsites after storms.
What to do
Riverside recreation: At Charlie Brown Campground in nearby Eastford, Connecticut, you can enjoy tubing directly from the campground. "Arts and crafts, tractor rides, and of course the tubing down the river. Lots of built in entertainment for the kids!" notes Michael, who appreciated these activities during a summer visit.
Brewery visits: Multiple campgrounds serve as convenient bases to visit local breweries. As one visitor to Wells State Park Campground mentions, it's a "Decent place to be close to treehouse brewery" while another notes Wells is "practically down the road from Treehouse Brewery, near Sturbridge Village, Hyland Orchard and countless other community amenities."
Free boating: Some campgrounds provide complimentary watercraft. At Wilderness Lake Park in Willington, Connecticut, campers appreciate that "They even had free kayaks/canoes for the lake" and "Beautiful views, spacious site and lots to do."
What campers like
New bathroom facilities: Several campgrounds have recently upgraded their bathroom facilities. At Wells State Park, one visitor highlighted "NEW HUGE bathrooms!!" while another mentioned "Wells State Park camp grounds recently got new bathrooms and they are so clean!"
Lake and pond access: Many campsites offer water features for recreation. Thousand Trails Sturbridge provides "a huge area of woods with a walking trail starting at the edge of the campground" and is "Close to the pond. Not directly at the pond, though" according to a recent visitor.
Affordable pricing: Some campgrounds maintain reasonable rates despite offering numerous amenities. One camper described Village Green Family Campground as "The best Family campground around" while another noted that at Charlie Brown Campground, "We did a late checkout for $5 extra, but the noon checkout and two dump stations would make leaving on time a non-issue as well."
What you should know
Cash/alternative payment policies: Several campgrounds don't accept credit cards. At Wilderness Lake Park, visitors should note they are "cash or Venmo only so be prepared" while another mentioned "they're cash or check only!"
Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies significantly between campgrounds. At Thousand Trails Sturbridge, "Cell reception is not great. Camp link Wifi for a fee is workable unless you need to do zoom calls."
Bug activity: Insects can be problematic, particularly in wooded sites. One visitor to Pine Acres Family Camping Resort warned that "the tenting area of the camp ground is over run with mosquitos, from morning to night they are all over you and I'm pretty sure they are immune to bug spray."
Highway noise: Some campgrounds experience road noise. A Wells State Park visitor mentioned "yes you will hear the road so plan accordingly and not all sites are level."
Tips for camping with families
Book pavilion areas: Group camping options offer unique benefits. At Charlie Brown Campground, "they have pavilions that have a campfires pit and the roof is made so it takes the smoke straight up out of the pavilion yet is protective of those under the roof from rain."
Check entertainment schedules: Many campgrounds host regular activities. Pine Acres offers "a full calendar of events (some free, some cost $) you will never be bored. Quiet time is quiet time which is great for families."
Consider off-peak camping: For a quieter experience with children, avoid holidays. As one family noted after camping at Village Green Family Campground, the "'Safari Field' loop of sites is basically just an open field, very little tree cover. Pretty close to a road, so there's a lot of car noise."
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategies: Not all RV sites are created equal. At Pine Acres, "Sites are small-ish, but they work" while "Miles and miles of country/forests surrounding pine acres" make the location worth it.
Gray water disposal options: Some campgrounds have restrictions on waste disposal. At Charlie Brown Campground, there's "Grey dump only due to river so no biggie" and one camper noted the campground has "water, electric, gray water hookup" for $63.
Navigational challenges: Some campgrounds have difficult access roads. At Partridge Hollow Campground, "The way in is very twisty and hilly. Was a challenge for our 33' towing a car but we made it!"
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find campgrounds near Brimfield, MA?
Where can I find campgrounds near Brimfield, MA?
Brimfield has several excellent camping options nearby. Wells State Park Campground in Sturbridge is one of the closest options, featuring newly renovated bathroom facilities and scenic sites along Walker Pond. For more options, consider Village Green Family Campground and Quinebaug Cove Campground which are both located near Brimfield. If you're willing to travel a bit further, you'll find excellent camping at Partridge Hollow Campground near Monson, just a short drive away.
What recreational activities are available near Brimfield campgrounds?
What recreational activities are available near Brimfield campgrounds?
The Brimfield area offers diverse recreational opportunities for campers. At Tully Lake Recreation Area, you can enjoy paddling with convenient canoe/kayak launches and waterfront campsites. For hiking enthusiasts, Otter River State Forest provides numerous well-maintained trails through north central Massachusetts. Swimming is popular at both Otter River and nearby Lake Dennison. For families, Wilderness Lake Park in nearby Connecticut offers secluded tent sites and water-based activities. Many campgrounds in the region also provide fishing, biking, and wildlife viewing opportunities.
What camping is available near Brimfield, MA?
What camping is available near Brimfield, MA?
According to TheDyrt.com, Brimfield, MA offers a wide range of camping options, with 164 campgrounds and RV parks near Brimfield, MA and 1 free dispersed camping spot.
Which is the most popular campground near Brimfield, MA?
Which is the most popular campground near Brimfield, MA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Brimfield, MA is Wells State Park Campground with a 3.7-star rating from 16 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Brimfield, MA?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Brimfield, MA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Brimfield, MA.
What parks are near Brimfield, MA?
What parks are near Brimfield, MA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 17 parks near Brimfield, MA that allow camping, notably Westville Lake and Buffumville Lake.
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