Top Tent Camping near Burlington, MA
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Best Tent Sites Near Burlington, MA (9)
1. Cape Ann Camp Site
14 Reviews•21 Photos•246 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
$36 - $44 / night
2. Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park
8 Reviews•67 Photos•88 SavesCOVID has changed some reservation availability. Please check before planning to camp Made up of 34 islands and peninsulas, Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park is an urban oasis just minutes from Boston’s city center. Hop aboard a park ferry and discover islands rich with opportunities for outdoor recreation, relaxation, and Boston Harbor Islands camping.
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
- Yurts
- Picnic Table
$8 - $70 / night
3. Camp Nihan Environmental Education Group Camp
2 Reviews•9 Photos•49 SavesCamp Nihan is the perfect place for your next group camping experience. There's plenty of opportunities to learn about the local habitat. Explore a variety of nature and wildlife across 65 acres.
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
- Cabins
4. Greenfield State Park
19 Reviews•41 Photos•98 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
8. Edward MacDowell Lake Day Use Facilities
1 Review•1 Photo•3 SavesOverview
Edward MacDowell Lake is situated in a quiet corner of the Monadnock Region of New Hampshire.
This day-use area lies just off State Route 101 on the shores of the picturesque lake named after the famous composer and concert pianist, Edward Alexander MacDowell.
Natural Features:
The 165-acre lake is surrounded by densely forested rolling hills. Shady pine, birch, poplar, maple, oak, beech, hemlock and alder trees cover the area.
Wildlife is abundant in and around the park. White-tailed deer, moose, beaver, fisher, muskrat, otter and many other mammals make their homes around the lake. Birders may observe many species including osprey, hawks, owls, great blue herons, woodpeckers, waterfowl and songbirds.
Recreation:
Visitors can spend days kayaking and canoeing on the scenic lake, and a boat ramp is provided for easy lake access.
Fishing is also a popular activity. Largemouth bass, pickerel, perch and horned pout are all found in abundance.
Several hiking trails link up around the lake as well, including the West Ridge Trail, which runs along the entire western edge of the lake and up through the surrounding wetlands.
Younger visitors enjoy the parks Junior Ranger Program, which focuses on the surrounding forest, its wildlife and waterways and protecting the environment. Kids ages six through 12 become honorary park rangers upon completion and receive a patch and certificate.
Facilities:
This year-round park is open from sunrise to sunset. It offers two day-use picnic shelters, perfect for large parties or family functions. Flush toilets, drinking water, picnic tables and grills are provided.
A swim beach, playground, horseshoe pits and volleyball court offer additional recreation opportunities.
Nearby Attractions:
Educational programs are offered by park rangers, and the nearby ranger station contains interpretive exhibits.
- Pets
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- Tents
- Group
Recent Tent Reviews In Burlington
608 Reviews of 9 Burlington Campgrounds
- AAutumn J.
Scout
Boston / Cape Cod KOA (Middleboro)
Smelly, filthy Cabin with no hot water...Customer Service Is BADDD
I booked Deluxe Cabin 1 at the Boston KOA based on my past experiences in VA and NC. BOSTON was the WORST KOA I've stayed at. The cabin SMELLED of mildew and cigarettes(pic of ashes in the tub), and there was NO HOT WATER, which is against MA law. It was FILTHY, the pots needed to be replaced, and you have to request blankets. I informed the after hours staff about the water, blankets, and smell. The next morning, I went to the office at 9 am and talked to LORI. She was COMBATIVE and confrontational which is weird because she just started her day. As a person of color, I had to walk away because I was frightened. When I returned, BOB Brammer(He wanted to write his name down, so I got it right(his words)) lacked empathy and had a facial expression of annoyance. He was also CONFRONTATIONAL as I explained there was no hot water and the cabin smelled. I informed the national KOA feedback team(Kaitlyn& Tiana) and they said it's handled internally, whatever that means. If you read the reviews about bad customer service, believe it. You can see CUSTOMER SERVICE IS BADDDD! The KOA will probably respond to this review, but NOTHING WILL HAPPEN. I'll be reaching out to TOBY O'ROURKE and OSCAR TANG so they are aware the BOSTON KOA is tarnishing the KOA brand.
- Judy W.
Traveler
Bear Brook State Park
Bearbrook Pros and Cons
Con: Signage is awful! Hard to find park, office and cabins! Once there, Looong drive to both campground and Cabins.
Pro: cabins are on a remote lake. Perfect for star gazing! Rustic but comfy (beds) cabins. Bring all your own stuff. No electricity, so no lights. Our cabin had a steep path. Others did not.
- CChuck H.Scout
Sea Coast Camping and RV Resort
Small, clean, quiet campground close to NH beaches and Portsmouth NH
Friendly staff, hard gravel access roads, level gravel sites. No issues with electric, sewer or water hookups. Some of the best clear, clean, drinking water at high pressure we have come across. Great access to beaches, numerous eateries and shopping minutes away. This is our second time we have been here and here for the month of September.
I would reccomend Seacoast RV Park to other campers.
- GGordon C.Traveler
Ponkapoag Camp
Beautiful
Had an amazing stay, cabin was perfect and comfortable. Water was nice and fish were biting. Can’t wait to come back.
Shannon S.Scout
Otter River State Forest
Perfect escape
Very peaceful! Little hidden gem! We loved our weekend away
- LLisa H.Traveler
Winding River Campground
Great time with kids
We had a great time here camping with our kids and grandkids. River is not much to look at but the pool was great and there were great events like foam parties, DJ at the pool, pancake breakfast and live music to name a few. Staff were friendly and helpful.
- Jonathan J.Traveler
Wompatuck State Park
Everything you NEED
This spot does have everything you need. It is very remote and a lot of distance between campsites. Lots of trees. The bathroom amenities work but not the cleanest. There isn’t much to the RV sites but an electric plug. Like I said what you need, but not want you might want.
Jean V.ScoutWompatuck State Park
Good (not excellent)
PROS
- 45 min from Boston
- You have everything you need there: firewood, bathrooms (with shower, soap and toilet paper), a camp pit...
- You get a map in the entrance - very helpful for hiking.
- You can take a trail from the campsite.
- Good sights while hiking, with good spots to have lunch or pause for water.
CONS
- Only one really: You don't have the feeling of being really in the woods. There is NOT a decent amount of land between each campsite. So if you have neighbors all around, you'll feel like in a village!
Tracy W.Scout
Autumn Hills Campground
Enjoyable and memorable experience
Autumn Hills Campground is AWESOME! It’s remotely located and the amenities and activities are amazing, something for everyone! The staff is so friendly and helpful and I can’t say enough how clean the bathrooms, laundry room and store are! The super nice owners, Adam& Jennifer are constantly making upgrades and changes and have really created a beautiful, family oriented campground! I recommend you take the virtual tour online so you can pick a sight that works for you and book it soon.
Manda M.Scout
Pinewood Lodge Campground
Relaxing
Relaxing by the river w ur family is the best way to go
Miccal M.
LegendBear Brook State Park
Nice, Clean but crowded, and most sites are close together
This was my first time staying at Bear Brook, it's an easy campground to get to, once you get to the west gate it's about a 4-mile drive to the campground, if you're coming from the east it's about 1.5 miles.
The first impression was impressed by the size and how organized everything was. Check-in was easy, then driving to my site (#7) took a minute.
That's when I realized the sites were 4' apart in the section I was staying in. Other sites on each end are further apart.
The campground has a beach, a playground, a Ball field, and a store. The roads are all easy to drive on but narrow.
- Megan F.Traveler
Wompatuck State Park
Small Issues
I would probably nitpick stay at this park again. The site we had paid for was not given to us. The shower in the bathroom did not provide hot/warm water until the end of my shower, and then the water would not turn off. Also, the lady camping beside us was tent camping, and she literally smoked weed the whole time she was there. We have children, and while she was there, you couldn’t do anything outside without smelling it. Overall, not the best campground.
- kkimberly B.Scout
Saddleback Campground
If I could do negative I would
So my fiance and I we had called and asked if they had tent sites they put us at 9T ( which to any other campground T with the number means tent) but the owner comes up this morning being a complete ass saying that it wasn’t a tent site & that we requested to move sites and now all of a sudden it was a problem so paid 60?which was supposed to be paid for two nights & basically told that we had to pack up and leave with no refund & a very sour taste in my mouth from that campground. I will never return
- aaliyyah A.Traveler
Normandy Farms Campground
Very Enjoyable 1 night stay
We enjoyed our tent site with a wooden lean-to. Overall very private and peaceful, however the only drawback is that people took frequent casual walks pass the area all day long. There's really no way around that.
We did not get a chance to enjoy the amenities, but they all looked nice and well thought out.
We will return.
- aaliyyah A.Traveler
Canoe River Campground
Good But Not Ideal for us
The campground was very busy with families events activities, etc. If you prefer a noisy fun experience and a more social experience with your very close neighbors, this is the pot for you. Our preferred style of camping requires more space and less noise. The pool bathrooms were gross, but the other facilities area near the tent sites was very nice and clean.
The food was great and the staff is friendly. Overall we had a great time, but its unlikely we’ll return mostly due to the noise level.
Janet R.Legend
Hanscom AFB FamCamp
Recreation camping close to Lexingtin and Concord
The HanscomField Fam Camp is a wooded recreational camp for military families and retirees, as well as for RV camping for active duty military on temporary orders. 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. Proximity to the base provides access to the base exchange and other facilities, but the quiet location is a recreational retreat centered around several indoor and outdoor gathering spaces such as basketball and outdoor sports, and an indoor game and recreation room complete with crafts supplies for the kiddos and tourism info for the lical area. In the immediate vicinity are the villages of Lexington and Concord as well as the Minute Man National Park and Walden Pond, so the campground makes a great basecamp for exploration of the area’s rich culture and history. You are also not too far from Cambridge, and can easily access Boston from there if you like.
There are several clean modern bath houses, with hot showers and flush toilets. The office staff is very helpful and friendly!
Dogs are welcome too.
- AAnn B.
Guide
Spacious Skies Minute Man
A little bit of heaven
Spacious Skies Minute Man is a forested haven so close to Boston that you think you are in the country. There are so many cool things to do just a short drive away. The nearby town of Ayer is right out of a Norman Rockwell painting. Concord is only 30 minute drive away with two full days of revolutionary historic sites, and famous people home tours such as Louisa May Alcott. Lots of good coffee spots and restaurants in historic downtown Concord so spend a morning in this special city.
- SSteve A.Guide
Sea Coast Camping and RV Resort
Not my norm
While not the type of campground we normally try to book, it fit our needs for this trip perfectly. The bathrooms are clean and nice, and the landscape was well maintained. I could picture my father in law loving this place.
Jake H.Scout
Black Bear Campground
Quick off highway camp site
They charge 50 dollars for a tent site with no electric, the spots are right next to eachother and touch the bath house. There’s more rules than a state park.its easy to get in and out of.
- TThomas B.Scout
Salisbury Beach State Reservation
Excellent beach area campground
Great location. Perfect for a beach weekend or week. Not much privacy, but beautiful relaxed spot. Mostly trailers and RVs.
Ryan A.Guide
George Washington State Campground
An OK Campground but not Great
Camped out here for two nights after reading about this place in the"Best Tent Camping: New England" book. It's better than the other campgrounds in Rhode Island that I looked at (Burlingame, Fort Getty) but isn't my favorite campground. If you're not a Rhode Island resident the fee for most sites is$36/night. Is it worth it? Eh, probably not unless you're really jonesing to camp for a weekend in the Ocean State.
It does have some great things going for it, namely the hiking trails and views of the lake. There are some tent-only sites which are numbered T1-T5. I stayed in T5 and it was the best of the bunch because it had the most privacy and space, including a grassy area. The other tent-only sites were fairly small and if you go to any mixed use sites you run the risk of having an RV next to you. The A1-A7 sites are remote and hike in, but you're going to have to hike either 0.4 or 0.6 miles through some uneven terrain. The next best group of sites would be 19-24 which are on their own small loop near the lake.
The things I didn't like were the streetlights over the port-a-potties that shine all night. There is a manned gate where you check in and you have to get let into the campground during the day, but at night the gates are wide open and it seems like some people know this because there are a few oddballs around in the early morning. There is swimming at the lake but it looked way too dirty.
Overall the place was managed very well, the sites were cleanish and the grounds were taken care of. The employees drove by at least once an hour, I thought they were collecting trash from dumpsters but the only place with a dumpster is near the entrance. I couldn't figure out why they kept driving by so often. I had a good time, it was relaxing and scratched the camping itch.
- SSean F.Guide
Pawtuckaway State Park
Great spot
Great location with lake views, trails etc. Some sites are spaced out, some are closer together. Lots of great spots on the water, easy to put a kayak in from.
Can't beat it for only an hour from Boston
- DDennis K.Scout
Pawtuckaway State Park
Not dog friendy
Are Pets Allowed at Pawtuckaway State Park?
Leashed pets are welcome on hiking trails only. Pets are NOT permitted in the campground or beach area during the summer season(May 1- September 30).*Campers are only allowed to bring pets before May 1 and after September 30, which includes the cabins. See the NH State Parks Pets Policy for more information.
https://www.nhstateparks.org/find-parks-trails/pawtuckaway-state-park
tay D.Scout
Hidden Valley RV and Golf Park
hi
it is good
Richard R.Scout
Greenfield State Park
Great
Been camping here close to 40 yrs. It has changed a lot but I consider it the best. If you like large sites in a wooded setting with many private ones this is the place. Dump station clean lake clean sites etc can’t say enough no bingo or pot like dinners or other gimmicks that attract your $$$$. Can’t wait to see major improvements under way.
- HHeather C.Traveler
Hanscom AFB FamCamp
Working on improvements
Military only campground. Working on improving the grounds and services available. Limited sites available off season. Summer season early May through end October.
Ashley F.Legend
Cozy Wooded Nook
New Listing
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Guide to Burlington
Camping near Burlington, Massachusetts, offers a great mix of outdoor fun and relaxation. With several campgrounds nearby, you can enjoy nature while being close to the city.
What to do:
- Hiking and Trails: Many campgrounds have access to beautiful hiking trails. For example, at Bear Brook State Park Campground, one reviewer mentioned, "There are hiking trails throughout the campground," making it a great spot for outdoor enthusiasts.
- Water Activities: If you love being near water, check out Pawtuckaway State Park Campground. A visitor shared, "Lots of great spots on the water, easy to put a kayak in from," perfect for kayaking or fishing.
- Family Fun: Many campgrounds offer family-friendly activities. At Normandy Farms Campground, a camper noted, "It has so many things for the kids to do," which makes it a hit for families.
What campers like:
- Spacious Sites: Campers appreciate having room to spread out. One visitor at Greenfield State Park Campground said, "Each site was huge, separated from its neighbor, private, mostly flat, and beautiful."
- Clean Facilities: Clean bathrooms and showers are a big plus. A reviewer at George Washington State Campground mentioned, "Bathrooms were very clean with hot showers," which is always a welcome feature.
- Friendly Staff: Many campers enjoy the helpfulness of campground staff. At Wompatuck State Park Campground, one camper noted, "The staff was friendly and helpful," making for a pleasant stay.
What you should know:
- Reservations Recommended: Especially during peak season, it's wise to book ahead. A visitor at Boston/Cape Cod KOA advised, "I recommend having reservations if you want to stay at this campground."
- Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may not have all the amenities you expect. A camper at Wompatuck State Park Campground mentioned, "There is NO market," so plan accordingly.
- Noise Levels: Depending on the time of year, noise can be an issue. One camper at Greenfield State Park Campground said, "Some of the clientele is a bit noisy," especially on weekends.
Tips for camping with families:
- Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and organized activities. At Normandy Farms Campground, a parent shared, "Everyone is so friendly," which adds to the family atmosphere.
- Pack Snacks and Drinks: Having snacks handy can keep the kids happy. A camper at Minute Man Campground mentioned, "The campstore was very nice," which can be a good backup for supplies.
- Plan for Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially near water. A visitor at Bear Brook State Park Campground warned, "Watch for ticks," so bring repellent.
Tips from RVers:
- Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Normandy Farms Campground noted, "We have a 25” B+ and basically had to park sideways," so be cautious about site dimensions.
- Leveling Blocks: Bring leveling blocks for uneven sites. One camper at Boston/Cape Cod KOA mentioned needing "plenty of leveling blocks" to get their rig stable.
- Electric Hookups: If you need power, check for sites with electric hookups. A visitor at Minute Man Campground appreciated the "FHU sites," which made their stay more comfortable.
Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family adventure, there are plenty of options for camping near Burlington, MA.
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