RV camping near Duxbury, Massachusetts offers access to both wooded inland sites and coastal recreation areas. The region experiences humid summers with temperatures averaging 80-85°F in July and August, while spring and fall provide milder camping conditions. Most campgrounds in the area sit on level to gently rolling terrain with mixed pine and deciduous forest providing varied levels of shade.
What to do
Water recreation: 5 minutes from Pinewood Lodge Campground, visitors can access freshwater swimming and fishing. According to one camper, "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."
Hiking trails: Accessible directly from Newport RV Park, the adjacent county park offers wooded paths. As one reviewer notes, "There is a lot to do in this area and we wanted to spend time sightseeing. The park is adjacent to a county park with wooded hiking trails, a large pond and an off-leash dog park."
Historical sites: 10-minute drive from Duxbury Beach to Plymouth's historical attractions. A visitor at Pinewood Lodge Campground mentioned it's "convenient to all kinds of shopping and touristy things, amazing campground staff, nice pond for fishing or swimming."
What campers like
Clean facilities: Most campgrounds maintain regular bathroom cleaning schedules. A camper at Boston/Cape Cod KOA reported, "The staff were very nice and helpful. They had a big store and plenty of supplies and souvenirs, from sweatshirts to stickers."
Dog-friendly options: Several parks provide dedicated pet areas. A visitor to Newport RV Park shared, "We got a great pull through full hookup with a 5 minute walk to a huge dog park. There are also a bunch of beautiful trails right from the park."
Shade coverage: Varies significantly between campgrounds. At Thousand Trails Gateway to Cape Cod, one camper noted, "Heavily treed and shaded campground, extremely large to walk from front to back. Had good kids crafts. Loved the easy access to Cape Cod, Plymouth, and Boston."
What you should know
Seasonal restrictions: Most campgrounds operate from April/May through October/November. At Maple Park Cape Cod Campground, the season runs "May 1 to Oct 15." A camper described it as "Very close to Cape Cod, clean and affordable."
Site variability: Level and size differences exist between campgrounds and loops. A visitor to Thousand Trails Gateway to Cape Cod observed, "When I got here in the rain, the staff at check in was very nice. 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."
Reservation requirements: Summer weekends often book 3-6 months in advance. According to one visitor at Peters Pond RV Resort, "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. It was not crowded that time of year."
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Look for campgrounds with dedicated recreational areas. At Thousand Trails Gateway to Cape Cod, one camper shared, "We fished, hiked, swam, crabbed and had awesome camp fires. We could of lived off of the land if so inclined."
Water features: Swimming options vary from pools to natural ponds. A visitor to Jellystone Park Cranberry Acres mentioned, "Nice and clean campground with friendly staff. There are Plenty of activities offered like miniature golf, basketball, horseshoes, a game room, and more."
Noise considerations: Weekends tend to be busier with family activities. As one camper at Peters Pond RV Resort noted, "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. The pool and pond were both great for swimming."
Tips from RVers
Site access: Many campgrounds have tight turns requiring careful navigation. At Pinewood Lodge Campground, a camper observed, "Site was level, staff was awesome. They do have a dog park and plenty of things to do. Didn't like that you have to pay for hot water though."
Electric service limitations: Verify amperage before booking. One RVer staying at Newport RV Park advised, "Call ahead to check on shade versus full sun sites if that's important and take note of grass and course gravel pad material as well. The main campground is on a slope, so be prepared for some leveling requirements."
Tree hazards: Overhead branches can damage RVs in wooded sites. At Boston/Cape Cod KOA, a visitor cautioned, "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."
