Foxborough camping areas sit at approximately 200 feet above sea level in eastern Massachusetts, where the climate ranges from warm, humid summers to cold winters with moderate snowfall. The camping season typically runs April through October, with most campgrounds closing during winter months due to freezing temperatures and snow accumulation. Sites near Foxborough offer a mix of pond-side and wooded settings within 30 miles of Boston.
What to do
Explore historic forts: At Boston Harbor Islands State Park Campground, campers can discover old military structures. "The island is beautiful and has an old fort to explore as well as a lot of Rocky shoreline and trails. You can build bon fires and see gorgeous sunsets," shares Martha H.
Visit the JFK Presidential Library: Normandy Farms Campground provides a good base for Boston-area attractions. "We planned a brief stop in the Boston area with the intent of seeing the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum and Normandy Farms appealed to us for various reasons... the library is well-worth it," notes Nancy W.
Mountain biking on trails: The Wompatuck State Park Campground offers extensive trail systems. "God access to some beginner flowy mountain bike trails," writes Mike M., while another camper mentions there are "plenty of paths for walking and biking."
Catch a concert at Xfinity Center: Canoe River Campground provides convenient accommodation for concert-goers. "This place is pretty awesome if you're looking to see a show at the nearby Comcast center. It's cheap, quiet, and affordable and very close (maybe ten mins or less to the venue)," according to Courtney M.
What campers like
Private, wooded sites: Campers appreciate the natural surroundings at Massasoit State Park Campground. "Nice sites, great playground for the kids," notes Craig G. Another camper mentions, "The sites had both a firepit with a flip grill as well as an upright grill. Both were clean and ready to use when we arrived."
Ponds for fishing and swimming: Multiple campgrounds feature water activities. At Pinewood Lodge Campground, "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," shares Laurie.
Updated bath facilities: Clean bathrooms are highlighted at several locations. At Massasoit, "Bath houses were clean," and at Wompatuck State Park Campground, though some note facilities could use improvement: "The bathroom could have used some updates but you are camping."
Dog-friendly options: Pet owners have dedicated areas at several campgrounds. Pinewood Lodge Campground offers "Two dogs parks [which] are a huge benefit for us as well," according to Jim N Kim P.
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Many campgrounds operate limited schedules. Boston Harbor Islands is "only open during the summer months," while others like Pinewood Lodge run "May 1 - Oct 30."
Reservation timing: Secure popular sites well in advance. For Boston Harbor Islands, "These sites book quickly, so you should try to book 7 months to the day in advance. That said, you can also look for last minute openings," advises Martha H.
Amenity variations: Facilities range widely between campgrounds. At George Washington State Campground, "showers (pay with quarters for hot water)" are the norm, and one camper notes, "no hook-ups yet it cost $36 for out of state residents plus the fees which put it up to $44."
Noise factors: Some campgrounds experience unexpected noise issues. At Canoe River Campground, one camper observed that "The camp ground sits in a low area compared to the surrounding geography which resulted in a pretty severe inversion. Short story is all the smoke from all the wet wooded campfires casted a heavy smoke cloud over the site."
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Campsites with structured programs keep children engaged. At Normandy Farms Campground, "During the busy summer months there is a long list of activities ranging from yoga to kids games," and "With everything this campground has to offer you can see why it is a destination park for some people as their kids would be busy all day."
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature play areas. At Massasoit State Park Campground, they installed a "Huge, modern playground," and another camper describes it as "fantastic."
Special events: Look for seasonal celebrations. "We stayed here for a few nights when they celebrated Halloween 🎃. It is super easy to get around. They had tons of festive activities," reports Liz W. about Normandy Farms.
Swimming options: Water features provide summer recreation. At Massasoit, "The boys had a blast swimming and kayaking at the pond and there was another comfort station right at the water."
Tips from RVers
Site selection matters: Choose the right site type for your needs and budget. At Boston/Cape Cod KOA, "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."
Leveling conditions: Some sites are easier than others for setup. At Circle Campground Farm, "I was on site 87 and was able to level on the first try. The campground is a little tight with a big rig (40' motorhome pulling a vehicle on a dolly). The sites are a decent size and consist mainly of gravel and grass."
Full hookup availability: Options vary by campground. Normandy Farms offers "plenty of sites to choose from the 'premium' full hook-up (50 amp) to basic with just water and electric and many others in between. Both back-in and pull thrus are available as are sites with shade and full sun."
Road width considerations: Some campgrounds present navigation challenges. Circle Campground Farm has "Roads [that] are a little narrow which made backing in a little challenging. I had to use other sites to complete the back-in process. If those sites were occupied, that would have been real interesting."
