29 campgrounds · Check availability for any dates.
Normandy Farms Campground offers plush yurts and fully-furnished glamping tents located 22 miles southwest of Hanover, providing resort-style amenities for luxury outdoor stays. These accommodations feature comfortable mattresses, electricity, and climate control systems for year-round comfort. One guest noted, "Normandy Farms is an exceptionally well maintained campground with amazing staff and lots of activities for every age group." Pinewood Lodge Campground also provides upscale canvas tent accommodations with premium bedding, private decks overlooking a scenic pond, and access to modern bathhouse facilities. Both locations include dedicated fire rings, picnic tables, and proximity to swimming areas for an elevated outdoor experience.
Boston Harbor Islands State Park Campground houses distinctive yurt accommodations on Peddocks Island, accessible only by ferry from nearby Hingham. The waterfront yurts include bunk beds with mattresses, electricity, ceiling fans, and tables with benches for indoor dining. A visitor described it as "an oasis in the middle of the city" where "sitting on the beach watching the sun set over Boston was awesome." Exploring historic forts, collecting sea glass on Spectacle Island, and swimming in protected coves rank among popular activities. The islands permit campfires below the high tide line, creating memorable evening experiences. Reservations open six months in advance with peak season running from June through Labor Day weekend. Fourth Cliff Recreation Area provides additional upscale glamping options with beach access during low tide and full hookups in a setting one reviewer characterized as "valium without the pill."
"Had a gas grill, table and chairs, a glider and fire pit."
"Site 309 Pull thru with fire-pit , cement pad gas grill , chairs and table ,level site with grass for dog not all sandy Lots shade trees"
"Hot showers were awesome (.25 cents per 3 minutes) and the stone fire pits were a hit."
"Our patio area was fairly large with no other sites next to it, just a road. We chose a 50A/water pull thru site and the electric was good at 124 volts on each leg."
from $50 - $110 / night
Check Availability"The staff was positive and helpful and that made a difference for me. I traditionally dry camp or go for semi hooked up on purpose, I just like the quieter camping."
"This is more luxury than campground, but if that is your style then you will love this place. Four pools? Sauna? Spotless campsites (even charcoal is removed from fire pit rings between guests!)?"
from $50 - $200 / night
Check Availability"You may choose to leave from Long Wharf, near the Aquarium T stop on the Blue line, or from Hingham, with overnight parking available."
"The ranger showed us two spots that we could camp at but they had no grills. We chose a smaller but more secluded spot."
from $8 - $55 / night
Check Availability"The campground doesn't have hook ups, but there is a dump station with water and water available around the loops. The lower part of the camp ground is set up in different loops."
"The staff were really friendly and helpful, gave us a map to our site and sold us a couple of bundles of chemical free wood to burn for only about $5."
from $17 - $35 / night
Check Availability"Overall, a well maintained campground with clean bathrooms and clean clear pond to swim in. Tent sites were good sized and not right on top of other people."
from $32 - $60 / night
Check Availability"I like this campground because it is close to home. There isn't much to do here within the campground. It has two areas. The one nearer the camp entrance is smaller than the second. "
"We have stayed here during our exploration around cape cod. It's a but farther away from the main location, but we loved the quiet and tranquility of this campground."
from $17 - $55 / night
Check Availability"We spent a weekend here on a tent site close to the beach. There was no parking at our site, but the parking lot was only 25 yards away so it was not an issue."
"Each site has a grill and shade.you can bring your pets and campfires need to be off the ground. There was 2 weddings while we where their."
from $60 / night
Check Availability"They did not require booking 1+ days in advance as some other campsites and they even upgraded our site from just water and electric to include sewer and a pull through!"
"Close to Plymouth Center and Cape Cod. Just a 1/2 mile away is a great nature walk to the ocean. We have been here 4-5 times now as for us it’s a great little weekend getaway location."
from $35 - $75 / night
Check Availability
RangerCape ann has everything you need for an easy, hassle free camp experience. It’s right off the main road, checking in is quick and employees are helpful. There is a corner store, bathrooms, picnic tables, fire pit, cell service, and close beach access. Everything you need for a beginner camping experience.
TravelerWe have been going to this campground for years - it's the only place to camp on the island, and the only affordable way to stay on the island. The best thing about the campground is that it is wooded, and pretty much all the sites are surrounded on three sides by trees and shrubbery. So even though the sites are close, they feel somewhat private. The bathrooms are clean but always busy, but there are a few outdoor showers which are awesome! Unlike the cramped and humid indoor showers, the outside showers are roomy and very private and the open air makes them more comfortable on a hot, muggy day. There's a playground, a store with wifi outside, a game room which looks like something from the 80s, lol, and a small coin-op laundry room. Fire rings at each site plus a large community fire pit for those who don't feel like the hassle of building a fire themselves. SKUNKS!!! The skunks are super used to people, so you just have to ignore them, and they won't bother you. The young staff members are mostly from the Ukraine, etc., and are pleasant but often don't speak much English. The owners are not super friendly. A huge bonus is that the bus stops right at the entrance, so if you were without a car, it would be possible to camp here anyway (I've seen many people come in with the very basics pulled behind in carts or wagons, or back-packed in). The vineyard is amazing, but lodging is EXPENSIVE. Even though this place is pricey and continues to raise the rates, it's still cheaper than anyplace else.
GuideWe were delighted when we learned we had the little peninsula of site P1 all to ourselves. Stunning views across the large pond, and serving as a wonderful halfway rest/respite on the journey from NYC to Belfast, ME. We felt like we were on top of the world, discovering this perfect quiet nook and basking in nature’s splendor.
I can only speak for the camping on this peninsula/land, but the rest of the sites looked cozy, family-friendly, and fun. Cabins and RV sites across the lake, along with beaches for swimming. Bathrooms located on P1 peninsula. Canoe rentals on-site. Lovely picnic dining area alongside covered bridge and waterfall. Completely picturesque and, mostly, totally peaceful!
ScoutThis was my first time at this campground and I have to say, it was a great place to stay. I camp with my dog and sometimes I want to explore places that he can't go. Sweetwater Forest has a small doggy day care where I can safely leave him and not worry. It's air conditioned and they have mellow music on.
The comfort stations were clean and the showers have hot water and there's an outdoor sink & counter to wash dishes. The camp store is stocked with food and camping gear you may have forgotten or broke.
The campsites that I saw are not right on top of each other, my site was a little above the other sites near me and the foot path to the bathroom was clearly marked and clear.
The staff were friendly and although I did not have children with me, they have a lot of things for kids to do. There's an arcade, playground, basketball court and arcade. I definitely plan on going back and would recommend it to others.
TravelerSweetwater Forest has pleasant, secluded sites. This was the quietest campground during "quiet hours" that I've ever visited. Walking my dog late at night or early in the morning was absolutely silent. The camp store was well stocked and offered hot coffee and a variety of grocery items. There are a lot of touristy Cape spots a short drive away. It sits adjacent to a small horse farm, so that adds to the ambiance.
GuideBeautiful campsite, nice sized sites surrounded by trees so it felt pretty private. Bathrooms and showers well maintained, 25 cents for 5 minute shower. No cell service but wifi available at the office. Only thing we didn't like washere a lot of people walking dogs and let them "go" wherever.
TravelerThere aren’t a lot of options on MV for camping, and MVFC hasn’t let that fact diminish their attention to detail in providing a clean, well maintained and active base camp for those seeking to explore the area, or just enjoy a wonderful camp-out with a ferry ride as an extra benefit. Ali and team were most accommodating and helpful, even taking the extra time to measure the campsite ahead of our arrival to ensure our new Patriot Camper X1 would fit! The bathroom and showers were near spotless despite the summer crowd, and it was common to see cleaning occurring throughout the day. Although we were interested in sightseeing the island as first time visitors, it was clear that there were many daytime and nighttime activities that had a lot of action….kickball and basketball games were non-stop and the community fire pit area is a nice touch. They even had a group painting event one evening! The other thing we noticed was that despite the large crowd, the posted quiet hours were indeed quiet! It was such a great spot that we attempted to cancel the second half of our trip and enjoy a few more days at MVFC, but as expected, they were booked up! On a side note, we had the chance to take the MV Governor ferry on the way back to the mainland. I mention this because it’s a smaller “open deck” ferry which in my opinion was a more unique experience than the other mega-ferrys in the fleet.
All-in-all a near flawless experience with a family that takes pride in what they do…well done!
ScoutI’ve been camping for over twenty years and this campground is by far the noisiest campground I have ever been to. If you are looking for any sort of peace and quiet this is NOT the place for you. The first night we were here it sounded like a massive stadium tailgate party. There was music, yelling, and voices coming from everywhere. It does die down as it gets closer to quiet hours but that’s at 11 pm and fires need to be out at midnight. So there is no sitting around the camp fire in the evening, listening to the crickets, they are drowned out by people noise. The second night wasn’t much better. The campground itself is well maintained and seems to really cater to large extended families and groups which is nice to see. There are a lot of sites here and they are very close together so there is little privacy. But the sites are paved for your camper, have nice fire pits and a picnic table. The hookups are good too. The staff is very friendly. They don’t seem to enforce many rules. A lot of unsupervised kids on bikes (we saw two different kids on different occasions who were lost),very little mask wearing, sites with way more people on them then there was suppose to be, lots of kids without helmets, constantly barking dogs. The place is definitely dog and kid friendly. It is near so many beaches and things to do and downtown Falmouth is really cute. It’s a good campground for a place to parking your camper and go off and do things, but if your looking for some privacy and quiet, this isn’t the place to go. We won’t be coming back here.
GuideGreat family campground. The place is very clean. NIce to have both indoor and outdoor showers. The store has plenty of useful items. Staff is friendly and helpful. They have lots of activities and concerts for families. The drive around in a golf cart in the evenings checking on campers and making sure everyone is abiding by the quiet hours. We stayed in a one room cabin with confortable beds.
Camping opportunities near Hanover, Massachusetts extend from inland forests to coastal islands, with elevations ranging from sea level to approximately 300 feet in surrounding woodlands. The region experiences humid continental climate with warm summers averaging 80-85°F and cool springs and falls ranging from 50-70°F. State forests, private resorts, and military recreation areas offer diverse tent, RV, cabin and luxury glamping accommodations within a 30-mile radius of Hanover.
Fishing at multiple ponds: Myles Standish State Forest features numerous kettle ponds for fishing opportunities. "The pond water was very clear, seeing as they are fed from natural springs under the ponds," notes one visitor to Charge Pond Campground. The forest includes several ponds where anglers regularly catch "good sized fish" while kayakers paddle nearby.
Beach exploration on Boston Harbor Islands: Take the ferry from Hingham to access beaches on multiple islands. "Exploring the island was awesome. We found all kinds of bunkers and a brick house," shares a visitor to Boston Harbor Islands State Park Campground. Island activities include collecting sea glass and swimming in protected coves.
Biking the Cape Cod Canal: The paved path along the canal provides miles of flat riding with water views. "Beautiful location right along the canal that you can bike down to the beach or just to watch some fisherman reel in some massive fish," explains one camper at Bourne Scenic Park. The path connects to stairs from certain campgrounds for easy access.
Privacy between sites: Many campgrounds offer wooded sites with natural separation. "The site we stayed in was pretty large and private," notes a camper at Bourne Scenic Park. At Pinewood Lodge, "sites were level, staff was awesome. They do have a dog park and plenty of things to do."
Proximity to regional attractions: Campgrounds serve as convenient bases for exploring the area. "Located near so much! Walmart, Market Basket, Target all within 15min," shares an extended-stay camper. Ellis-Haven Family Campground provides "a nice resort campground" that's "convenient to Plymouth and Cape Cod" with "clean clear pond to swim in."
Off-season tranquility: Visiting outside peak summer months offers a different experience. "The Sunday, and Monday nights, the 7 closest spots to us were empty, it was like having the woods to ourselves," reports a visitor to Myles Standish. Fall and spring camping provides smaller crowds with seasonal activities.
Ferry logistics for island camping: Plan carefully for Boston Harbor Islands access. "Getting to the island was a bit of a hassle. We live in Boston and took all of our gear on the T to the harbor by the aquarium," explains a camper. Some libraries offer discounted ferry passes for Massachusetts residents.
Campsite variations within parks: Quality and features vary significantly between loops and sites. "Some locations offer less space between campsites, some more," notes a Myles Standish visitor. At Shawme Crowell State Forest Campground, "the tent sites tend to be on short spurs that may be hilly and uneven, so would be difficult to navigate with a trailer."
Alcohol restrictions at state parks: Massachusetts state parks prohibit alcohol consumption. "When you are sitting by the campfire, sometimes, chilling with a beer or another adult beverage is nice. Not in Massachusetts State Parks," mentions a visitor to Myles Standish. Private campgrounds typically allow alcohol for adults.
Choose campgrounds with children's amenities: Several locations offer extensive recreational options. "The activities for kids is the draw for this campground for sure. My kids loved the train rides, movie night, flash light candy hunt, and arts and crafts," shares a family visiting Boston/Cape Cod KOA.
Consider timing for pool access: Pool facilities vary in size and maintenance. "The pool was green the first day we were there, but the filters were quickly fixed and it was back to normal," notes a family at Boston/Cape Cod KOA, adding that "the pool is very small and when it is crowded it is more for wading than swimming."
Book premium sites at busier campgrounds: Standard sites may feel cramped during peak season. "I would say needs attention. Appearance is not up to standard," reports one visitor about basic sites. Another camper advised: "I have learned that you really need to upgrade to the better campsites to enjoy your stay."
Consider full hookup options: Sewer availability varies between campgrounds. "No on site drainage for black water (grey takes an adapter). You will need a poop tote," explains an RVer at Bourne Scenic Park. Many campgrounds offer dump stations but limited or no sewer connections at individual sites.
Navigate site leveling challenges: Some campgrounds require significant leveling equipment. "Leveling was not an issue for us in our site but the majority of sites would be a problem for a motorhome to get level without the aid of blocks," explains a visitor to Bourne Scenic Park. "In fact, some sites were ridiculously unlevel and took a scary amount of blocks."
Book early for military recreation areas: Fourth Cliff Recreation Area provides "a great place for military members. Full hook ups, houses to rent, tent sites, and lots to do." This location offers beach access during low tide with opportunities for glamping near Hanover, Massachusetts in a more exclusive setting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular glamping campsite near Hanover, MA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Hanover, MA is Boston/Cape Cod KOA with a 3.9-star rating from 23 reviews.
What is the best site to find glamping camping near Hanover, MA?
TheDyrt.com has all 29 glamping camping locations near Hanover, MA, with real photos and reviews from campers.
Keep Exploring
