Best Campgrounds near Groveland, MA

Campgrounds near Groveland, Massachusetts, provide a diverse mix of tent and RV accommodations across eastern Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire. Harold Parker State Forest's Lorraine Park Campground in Andover and Salisbury Beach State Reservation offer established camping within 30 miles of Groveland. Most sites support both tent and RV camping, with several parks featuring cabin rentals for those seeking more comfort. The camping landscape primarily consists of developed facilities rather than primitive backcountry sites, with many campgrounds positioned near coastal areas or state parks.

Camping in this region follows a distinct seasonal pattern, with most facilities operating from May through October. Full hookup sites for RVs are widely available, though tent campers have fewer options at some locations. As one visitor noted, "Some sites in other sections are closer together. There are lots of seasonal campers so if you don't like that atmosphere this is probably not the place for you." Road access is generally good throughout the region, with most campgrounds accessible via paved roads suitable for all vehicles. Cell service varies by location, with some campgrounds reporting limited connectivity. Water access is a notable feature at several parks, with ponds, beaches, and coastal sites available depending on the specific campground.

Campers consistently mention the quality of amenities as a deciding factor when choosing locations in this area. The mixed-use campgrounds typically feature swimming pools, playgrounds, and organized activities during peak season. Several visitors highlighted the importance of understanding site layouts before arrival. A camper at one facility explained, "We were on S1, near a septic pipe & there was a severely nauseating, strong smell of sewage coming from it; we went to the front desk the next day & asked to move to S5." Waterfront campground options are particularly popular, with Hampton Beach State Park and Salisbury Beach State Reservation providing coastal camping experiences. Most campgrounds in this region maintain quiet hours and family-friendly environments, though proximity between sites varies considerably between facilities.

Best Camping Sites Near Groveland, Massachusetts (121)

    1. Lorraine Park Campground — Harold Parker State Forest

    32 Reviews
    North Reading, MA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 475-7972

    $17 - $35 / night

    "north of Boston and <5 miles from the interstate, Lorraine Park campground at Harold Parker State Forest provides ample on-site activities and also serves as a jumping off point for exploring the Massachusetts"

    "You could be tucked away from everyone or closer together depending on the site you choose but they are all pretty decent in size. All sites have water which is a plus."

    2. Salisbury Beach State Reservation

    26 Reviews
    Salisbury, MA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 462-4481

    $28 - $38 / night

    "However, you can’t beat the location and it’s a great place to go with a group."

    "The feel here is electric, and positive. Lots of RV’s that stay here all summer long. Feels like you are in a tight-knit community, very friendly folks, packed tightly together."

    3. Tuxbury Pond RV Campground

    15 Reviews
    South Hampton, NH
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "entrance (seems to happen frequently, I guess)."

    "We went just for one night with a tent because our 5 years old loooves camping, so we reserved this at the last minute, and when we get there, well, the tent sites are way too close to each other, thank"

    4. Beach Rose RV Park

    13 Reviews
    Salisbury, MA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 463-0226

    "Beach Rose RV Park in Salisbury, Massachusetts is a small, friendly, family-owned campground near the beach."

    "Kids had enough driving for the day so we had to stop. We called last min and were thankful they had a spot. Arrived at dark and they were friendly and accommodating."

    5. Wakeda Campground, LLC

    16 Reviews
    Exeter, NH
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 772-5274

    $48 - $97 / night

    "We had bathrooms located near our site. They were four separate bathrooms that had a sink and toilet and were clean. They did offer showers in another area but I did not use them."

    "Our full hookup site was very close to other sites, so unfortunately we had to deal with some noise issues."

    6. Pawtuckaway State Park Campground

    44 Reviews
    Raymond, NH
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 895-3031

    $35 - $140 / night

    "Much of the lake is better suited to paddle craft rather than motor boats due to it's shallow nature and rocks. The an expansive beach as well, a camp store and boat rentals."

    "We were caught off guard by how far we had to drive from the entrance into the park to reach out campsite, but that was great - far away from the road."

    7. Cape Ann Camp Site

    16 Reviews
    Gloucester, MA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 283-8683

    $36 - $44 / night

    "Perfect location with access to Rockport - a beautiful place to visit, shop, eat & a great little trail with great views Beach down the street was big, beautiful and low tide was unexpected as you"

    "Beautiful campsite, nice sized sites surrounded by trees so it felt pretty private. Bathrooms and showers well maintained, 25 cents for 5 minute shower."

    8. Winter Island Park

    14 Reviews
    Salem, MA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 745-9430

    $60 / night

    "Many of the RV sites are located in the main parking lot; others are in a field just to the right of the entrance."

    "We drove 3-1/2 days from Idaho to get to a COVID testing site which would take non MA residents and turn the results around under 48 hours. We needed quiet camping and not have it cost a fortune."

    9. Hampton Beach State Park Campground

    7 Reviews
    Hampton, NH
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 926-8990

    $70 / night

    "One side of the campground is bordered by an inlet that fishing boats use to head out from the harbor. Another side is sand dunes, that are the south end of Hampton beach."

    "Hampton Beach SP is a small beachside campground for self-contained RVs only; if you’re in a tent, you may want to look south to Salisbury SP just a few miles across the border into MA."

    10. The Pines Camping Area

    4 Reviews
    Salisbury, MA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 465-0013

    $35 - $46 / night

    "There’s not much around here to do, but for us we enjoyed the calmness."

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648 Reviews of 121 Groveland Campgrounds


  • M
    Feb. 17, 2026

    Forest Glen

    Forest Glenn campground

    Forest Glenn campground is a very nice campground on Wheelwright pond in Lee New Hampshire! Not well kept up but makes you feel like you’re still camping and not glamping ( glamorous camping ) besides some of the very nice campers here with 2 stories on them! Anyway cutting to the chase, just to let any new comers know that are looking for camping in the Lee area if you so choose to camp at forest Glenn depending who you are or how you approach this place dictates if you will have to feel like your stepping on eggshells your entire stay… the owner is a angry Drunk who is sometimes very nice to others or very nasty, and I personally mostly see him being nasty. A couple years back I wanted to look at the campground to see if this would be a place I wanted to stay at so I walked into the office and asked them if we could look around and the lady was in the process of writing us a pass to drive through. This man comes in and said whats going on so I politely told him that we were interested in his campground and we wanted to look around. He completely flipped out said he doesn't understand, said his campground is his back yard, we can't allow this how would you like if I just walked around your back yard etc etc.... yelling at us the whole time and spitting while screaming and then told us to get out of his sight…. This place mind you is overrun by golf carts and I have heard of incidents where people get hit by them because who cares about the posted 5mph speed limitations if your in a golf carts right? Right! And CLEARLY this place is a Double standard place so you will not be treated equal… and as far as I know this place has secret people who camp supposedly working at camp like the manager and security and the plumber or electrician who look like their helping but while helping they gather information about you to spread it around to others or to cause problems with you and the owner!! Oh how thoughtful… one Morning I was in the office and the owner pulled me into the rec room to have a talk with me about my string lights suggesting I shut them off at night and I’m not allowed to use them anymore. I said “sir why would I do that there are 50 other sites with spot lights and string lights Who are these lights bothering that I need to take them down for? “ he said use them inside the trailer I don’t want to see them on again! “ now tell me how that makes any sense… so I shut them off and it became like a minefield on my site at night with no lights while the campers down a different street get to have theirs on. There is no privacy at this place, things keep going missing, and the sites are packed like sardines with no room for Jesus. There are also people staying here over winter and it’s a seasonal campground tell me how that makes any sense. Anyway definitely an experience to be at where drama hits too close to home and the golf cart parking spots are rolling a little to close to my feet. “ oh sorry my foot slipped “ #welp time to search for another place. Seems to be a trend with almost every campground. Angry owners who automatically cause problems or can’t run their own business place without drug addicts for help ( to say the least me and my wife WILL NOT BE COMING BACK )

  • L
    Feb. 5, 2026

    Tuxbury Pond RV Campground

    This camping trip truly exceeded my expectations

     The campground was clean, peaceful, and surrounded by wide open views. During the day, the natural landscape felt refreshing and expansive, and at night, the sky was filled with stars, creating a calm and almost magical atmosphere. The layout of the campsite was well planned, making it easy and comfortable for both beginners and experienced campers to enjoy their stay. One fun thing I did after the trip was use Idea To Image to recreate some of the moments that stood out to me—sunrise over the tents, the warmth of the campfire, and the quiet starry night. It helped me turn those memories into beautiful visuals that really captured the peaceful vibe of the experience. Looking back at them now feels like being transported right back to the campsite. Highly recommend this place if you’re looking to slow down and reconnect with nature.

    One fun thing I did after the trip was use Idea To Image to recreate some of the moments that stood out to me—sunrise over the tents, the warmth of the campfire, and the quiet starry night. It helped me turn those memories into beautiful visuals that really captured the peaceful vibe of the experience. Looking back at them now feels like being transported right back to the campsite. Highly recommend this place if you’re looking to slow down and reconnect with nature.

  • Alexander H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 29, 2025

    Hanscom AFB FamCamp

    Nice Campground near Boston

    This is a nice campground near historic Lexington and Boston.

  • cThe Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 17, 2025

    Cape Neddick Oceanside Campground

    Two week stay

    Read reviews on google. That’s the experience we had. The signs no everything. Cash only. The management is very weird acting and riding around on a bicycle. I feel so weird making this review because this place is odd . The tenants are fun and the scenery is great. But but but you’ve been warned. Turn your blue tooth off and your WiFi so that your cellphone privacy is protected.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 21, 2025

    Spacious Skies French Pond

    Helpful staff

    The staff was friendly. Don't forget the flashlight. There is very little lighting to find your way around the winding roads of the campground which adds to the charm.

  • Lin C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 10, 2025

    Spacious Skies French Pond

    Best Camp in the area

    I am enjoying this camp still, even after 6 months. Management is wonderful and attentive. They take great care of the whole camp and us campers. Fun events are scheduled on the regular!

  • Anonymous A.
    Oct. 8, 2025

    Libbys Oceanside Camp

    Mesmerizing Experience Stunning Sunsets & Sunrises right from your campsite

     Libby's Oceanfront Campground York, Maine gives campers a mesmerizing coastline scene experience' you will experience stunning sunsets and sunrises over the horizon of the Atlantic Ocean' Sitting in your chair appreciating the tranquil and serene view. You are steps away from the beach from the time you arrive to the time you departed the staff is always available and always willing to help, answer any questions and give recommendations where to go eat and shop. Very clean restrooms, clean showers, clean laundry room. We enjoyed watching the surfers right from our campsite. Nubble Light house is minutes away from the campsites you can see the lighthouse from the campsite. 

    A great place to eat breakfast were the locals go is called Ricks Blue Jay Cafe minutes away on US1 fabulous food.  Go to Granite Whale Watching at Rye, Maine, visit Beach town village in York Maine great little shops and ice cream shops.

    We highly recommended this campground we will definitely return! :-)


Guide to Groveland

Campsites near Groveland, Massachusetts, range in elevation from 50-300 feet above sea level across the Merrimack River Valley. This region experiences four distinct seasons with camping typically available from April through October. Summer temperatures average 75-85°F during the day, with overnight lows often dropping into the 50s even during peak season, making a sleeping bag essential for tent campers.

What to do

Paddle sports on Tuxbury Pond: Tuxbury Pond RV Campground offers water activities just 15 miles from Groveland. "The pond unusable, loud, dusty, golf cart speedway for seasonal campers," notes one camper, highlighting the need to check water conditions before planning activities.

Beach activities at Hampton: Hampton Beach State Park Campground provides oceanfront camping with water sports. "It is basically a parking lot, but with full hookups and on the ocean. The ocean breezes are fantastic," writes one visitor. The south end of Hampton Beach is accessible via sand dunes from the campground.

Hiking near Pawtuckaway: Pawtuckaway State Park Campground offers trail systems with moderate elevation gain. "Excellent hiking, beach, wildlife-filled wetlands, birding, geology, forests, and water to enjoy. Pretty serious trail up and around some mountains, to a fire tower, ponds," mentions a visitor. The park is approximately 40 miles from Groveland.

Historic site exploration in Salem: Winter Island Park provides access to Salem's historical attractions within 30 minutes of Groveland. "It's less than 2 miles from Salem and on the trolley line," explains a camper, making it convenient for historical exploration without moving your camp.

What campers like

Wooded privacy at Lorraine Park: Lorraine Park Campground in Harold Parker State Forest offers secluded sites. "The site are huge with space in between. They keep the bathrooms very clean. There are lots of trails and ponds," reports one camper. The forest setting provides natural shade and separation between sites.

Proximity to coastal attractions: Salisbury Beach State Reservation campers appreciate beach access. "Clean facilities, super quick access to the beach, friendly staff, sites are pretty close together with little separation between each other," notes a visitor. The reservation sits directly on Salisbury Beach with walking access to the water.

Convenience to regional destinations: Cape Ann Camp Site serves as a base for exploring coastal Massachusetts. "Cape Ann Campground is located close to Gloucester and Rockport. The campground is clean and quiet with beautiful tent sites," explains a visitor. Sites provide access to multiple coastal communities within a 45-minute radius of Groveland.

Off-season tranquility: Many campgrounds near Groveland offer different experiences before and after peak season. "Extremely crowded in high season, empty in off season. Extremely close to the beach," notes a Hampton Beach visitor, highlighting the benefit of spring or fall camping for those seeking quieter experiences.

What you should know

Seasonal operating schedules vary: Most campgrounds open between April and May, closing in October. "It opens about a month before Memorial Day weekend for a quieter shoulder season," notes a Hampton Beach visitor. Always check specific opening dates as they fluctuate annually.

Bathroom facilities differ widely: Facility quality ranges from basic to modern. "The bathrooms were a little dirty, but not awful," mentions a Pines Camping Area visitor, while others note clean facilities at different locations. Some campgrounds charge for showers, requiring quarters.

Reservation requirements: Popular sites book quickly, especially waterfront locations. "It is very difficult to get reservations as it is extremely popular," warns a Hampton Beach visitor. Most campgrounds accept reservations 6-12 months in advance, with Pawtuckaway waterfront sites among the most competitive.

Site layouts and privacy: Campgrounds offer varying levels of separation between sites. "The tent sites are way too close to each other, thank god we just had one other guy next to us but was very uncomfortable being too close, no privacy at all," reports a Pines Camping Area visitor. Research site maps before booking.

Tips for camping with families

Look for dedicated activity areas: Cape Ann Camp Site offers kid-friendly features. "We had a great time camping and going to the beach. The camp ground is full of beautiful boulders and fire pits," shares a visitor. The nearby beach provides additional entertainment for children.

Consider campgrounds with playgrounds: Several campgrounds include play areas for children. "The playground is perfect for kids, the creek is right behind you which gave us beautiful views right outside our RV window(s)," notes a Pines Camping Area visitor. Playgrounds provide entertainment during downtime at camp.

Plan for insects: Bug protection is essential, particularly in wooded or marshy areas. "The con of this camp ground was the misquote, we went through 3 deep woods cans in just the first night. They were crazy and kids were eaten alive," warns a Pines visitor. Bring multiple forms of insect repellent.

Check noise policies: Campground quiet hours and enforcement vary significantly. "Campers aren't respectful of other campers and very noisy here," notes a Pawtuckaway visitor. For family camping, consider locations with strictly enforced quiet times or request sites away from common areas.

Tips from RVers

Site surface variations: RV sites range from paved to natural surfaces. "Level concrete pad full hookups. Sites close together but quiet," reports a Beach Rose RV Park visitor. Some campgrounds offer only dirt or grass parking, which can be problematic in wet weather.

Electric limitations: Beach Rose RV Park and others have specific power configurations. "We paid $60 a night for a 30 amp spot with water," notes a visitor. Verify your RV's power requirements match available hookups before booking.

Dump station locations: Not all campgrounds have on-site dump facilities. "The dump station is not on site; ask at the office about arrangements for this," advises a Winter Island Park visitor. Some locations require traveling to nearby facilities for waste disposal.

Assistance with parking: Some campgrounds offer parking help for larger rigs. "They assist you in getting into your cement pad site and guide you down to your site," explains a Beach Rose RV Park visitor, which is particularly helpful for inexperienced RVers or difficult sites.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Groveland, MA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Groveland, MA is Lorraine Park Campground — Harold Parker State Forest with a 4.5-star rating from 32 reviews.

What parks are near Groveland, MA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 parks near Groveland, MA that allow camping, notably Hopkinton-Everett Lake and Edward MacDowell Lake.