RV parks near Dartmouth, Massachusetts provide easy access to both Boston and Cape Cod attractions, with most campgrounds situated within a 30-45 minute drive from the town center. Summer temperatures average 80°F with humidity levels reaching 70-85%, while spring and fall camping seasons offer more moderate conditions. Many campgrounds in this coastal region feature terrain with slight to moderate slopes requiring leveling equipment.
What to do
Beach access: Thousand Trails Gateway to Cape Cod in Rochester places visitors near multiple swimming options. "We fished, hiked, swam, crabbed and had awesome camp fires. We could of lived off of the land if so inclined," notes camper John H.
Historic exploration: Newport's mansions and colonial sites are within 20 minutes of Carr Point Recreation Facility. "Upside: There are only 6 spots, so it's guaranteed to be a pretty peaceful, quiet place. Nice water views and close to a walkable beach. About 20 minutes to downtown Newport, so this made visiting the town easy," writes Laura R.
Outdoor recreation: The region offers extensive hiking networks with varying difficulty levels. "There is a huge area of walking and bike paths adjacent to the campground (enter next to the blue bathhouse on A road)," mentions a camper about Old Chatham Road RV Resort.
What campers like
Large, wooded sites: Spacious camping areas with natural screening provide privacy at several locations. "Large sites and very friendly staff. This campground has a great dog park, pool, large pond," notes Orange L. about Peters Pond RV Resort.
Water recreation: Many campgrounds feature swimming options beyond the ocean. "The pool and pond were both great for swimming and they did have some lounge chairs to use at pond," shares Kate C. about her stay at Peters Pond RV Resort.
Military facilities: Active and retired military personnel have specialized options. "There are 6 spots with water and electric, there's a campground not too far with a dump station for $20. The view is nice and there's a recreation area next to the campground," explains Kaitlin B. about Carr Point Recreation Facility.
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Most RV parks near Dartmouth close for winter. "We stayed here early in the season (May) and again late in the season (October). Not sure how crazy it gets in July and August," mentions one camper about Old Chatham Road RV Resort.
Limited amenities: Some parks offer minimal facilities despite proximity to attractions. "Very quiet place, looks nice but the campground is old and no cable tv or WiFi available. Camp sites are tiny and no fire pits," reports Stephen R.
Site variations: Newport RV Park in Portsmouth features mixed terrain. "The main campground is on a slope, so be prepared for some leveling requirements, especially sites #216 and #217 (front to back). Also, our site #215 was at the bottom of the hill, so it was a bit mucky," advises Brad B.
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Family-oriented campgrounds offer structured recreation options. "This is the perfect family campground with lots of activities for the whole family during the on season. Your whole family will be entertained. Be prepared for a busy campground," recommends Judy P. about Cape Cod's Maple Park Campground.
Water recreation: Multiple swimming options keep children engaged. "We stayed at the campground and loved it. School started late so we were able to book after the holiday in September. Weather was still warm. Pool was good, pond was great. We really enjoyed the beach raft, able to kayak and did some fishing. Kids loved the little pool slide," shares John D.
Off-peak advantages: Consider shoulder season visits for fewer crowds and better availability. "When we stayed here unfortunately there was a power outage which made it difficult. But the staff was great and offered discount on return trip even though not their fault it was a town outage," relates Kate C.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Choose locations based on your specific rig requirements. "This is a very crowded mobile home park that has a few motorhome/RV sites. No amenities such as shower or toilets. They do accept and honor Good Sam and Military for a 10% discount," explains Paula C. about Meadowlark RV Park.
Tree sap awareness: Several wooded campgrounds pose cleanup challenges. "Biggest negative was the trees can drop a lot of sap so be ready to wash your rig and vehicles as soon as you leave if it was a heavy sap time," warns Michael J. about Thousand Trails Gateway to Cape Cod.
Utility considerations: Check which electrical amperage your target campground provides. "Driving around picking my site, the roads were extremely uneven and the rain had created huge lakes in the middle of the road as well as on the sites themselves," reports Mara S. about her experience at Gateway to Cape Cod.
