Top Tent Camping near Hawley, MA
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Best Tent Sites Near Hawley, MA (28)
1. Zoar Outdoor
3 Reviews•4 Photos•13 Saves- Pets
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2. Cherry Plain State Park
6 Reviews•11 Photos•59 Saves- Pets
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- Standard (Tent/RV)
3. Tully Lake Recreation Area (MA) — Tully Lake
9 Reviews•90 Photos•2 SavesOverview
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers invites you to come relax at Tully Lake. There are a variety of outdoor recreation activities for you and you family. Although the dam was built primarily to reduce flood damages on the Millers and Connecticut Rivers, the 1,300-acre reservoir area provides a place for you to get away from it all and connect with nature.
Recreation
Tully Lake offers many opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Activities in and around the lake include mountain biking, camping, disc golf, hiking, picnicking, boating, and fishing and hunting in the appropriate seasons.
Facilities
The Tully Lake Pavilion is located in the recreation area and offers picnic tables and grills. Maximum group size is 50 people with parking for 25 passenger vehicles at the upper gravel lot. The recreation area has a small playground for young children, volleyball court, and a horseshoe pit. Bathrooms are provided, but there is no running water.
Natural Features
The 1,262-acre Tully Lake property is managed to sustain a healthy ecosystem for future generations. The thriving biodiversity of the Tully River Valley and the interconnections of our forests, wetlands, waters, and wildlife are valued and managed for the long term. Tully Lake is home to a wide variety of wildlife, from tiny insects and song birds, to large mammals such as deer and moose. Fifty-five percent of the reservoir area is wetlands, providing habitat for fish, waterfowl, song birds, insects, reptiles, amphibians, and mammals such as beaver, mink and otter. The rest of the property provides habitat for upland species such as deer, coyote, fisher, owl, fox, raccoon, skunk, porcupine, rabbit, and squirrel. The forest within Tully Dam's reservoir area is composed primarily of white pine, providing habitat for owls and woodpeckers, red-tailed hawks, and white-tailed deer.
Nearby Attractions
When visiting Tully Lake there are several opportunities for visitors to explore in the surrounding area. At the north end of the lake there is a tent only campground run by the Trustees of the Reservations which provides a perfect launching point to enjoy the outdoor attractions nearby. Ten miles away is the Birch Hill Dam, another Army Corps project that provides miles of trails and river to explore. The Quabbin Reservoir is also within a short ten mile drive of Tully Lake and serves the city of Boston as its water supply. The Quabbin is a unique area; there were four towns flooded to create it, and it has some of the most interesting blends of human and natural history in the region.
Charges & Cancellations
Please review the cancellation and refund policy at the bottom of the webpage. In general, we will require at least two weeks prior to your reservation to consider a request.
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$40 / night
4. Barton Cove Campground
2 Reviews•2 Photos•69 Saves- Pets
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$22 - $30 / night
5. Chester Railway Station
1 Review•2 Photos•14 SavesCaboose Camper Rental! Camp in an authentic 1919 railroad caboose! Drive right to the site. Electricity available. Outdoor cooking/eating facilities. Camp beside the busy CSX Boston Line. Need more room? Set up tents on the lawn.
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$50 - $100 / night
6. Maple Ridge Farm
1 Review•9 Photos•8 Saves- Pets
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- Picnic Table
$25 - $30 / night
7. Seth Warner Shelter
1 Review•8 Photos•20 Saves- Fires
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8. Peace Farm Rescue
Be the first to review!•13 SavesNothing like it. If anyone you know is looking for a magical camping adventure this spring or summer with amazing trails in ancient forests, a 1920's mining camp ( tent site available as well) and all kinds of outdoor activities nearby from white water rafting to zip lines to fishing and biking (skiing snowmobiling in winter).... And of course magically tamed animals.
Lodging
Cabin
1 site
1 TENT SITE
Up to 16 guests per site
Up to 2 vehicles
2WD Accessible
CABIN HAS wheelchair access
Essentials
Campfires allowed
Toilet available
Pets allowed (dogs must be animal friendly and well controlled)
Amenities
Potable water available
Showers available
Picnic table available
Wifi available
Bins available
Laundry present
Details
- Check in: After 10AM
- Check out: Before 4PM
- Cancellation policy: Flexible
- On arrival: Meet and greet
- Minimum nights: 1 night
- Accepts bookings: 3 months out
- Weeknight discount: 50% off
Activities
Offered on the Host's property or nearby.
Fishing
Deerfield river and ashfield and plainfield.lakes
Hiking
Property has private access to ancient bog snd trail an d connects to hawley bog trail via forget road. Nearby is ashfield hawley woods.. state parks, mohawk trail park and much more down the road.
Biking
Boating
Paddling
Terrain
Natural features you'll find at Peace farm in Massachusetts.
Forest
Lake
Mountainous
2 Reviews
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June 8th, 2022
True peace can be found here.
We had such a wonderful stay here and found it hard to leave to go back to the city after waking up to all the sights and sounds of the farm. Richard was a great host who was sure to check in and see if there was anything we needed. He showed us the walking paths along his property were, where we saw a bountiful of beautiful ferns and wildflowers. Our children enjoyed the large field where they tossed a ball with dad and flew their kite. Just beware of the mischievous goats who will sample your toiletries if you forget to close the bathroom door, as we found out! Thank you again for sharing your little slice of heaven with us! We look forward to staying with you again in the near future."
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June 2nd, 2022
A nice location.
I really enjoyed my stay. Ric is very friendly and clearly loves to share his bucolic setting. It may not be for everyone, though. There are a lot of goats, chickens, dogs, roosters, ducks, etc. and when I arrived, they were making quite a racket. I was concerned about the noise level, but they quieted down by evening and it wasn't a problem. The Hawley trail system is just down the road and is a great place to hike. I stayed in my van, but you can choose to stay in a small, rustic old mining cabin or in a tent camp."
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$50 - $100 / night
9. Cozie Nook Homestead
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Recent Tent Reviews In Hawley
519 Reviews of 28 Hawley Campgrounds
Missi N.
Scout
Northampton / Springfield KOA
Cute little campground
Quiet (besides occasional plane overhead) lots of trees, spacious sites, clean and modern bathrooms and showers, nice friendly helpful staff.
- RRay P.
Guide
Spacious Skies Woodland Hills
Tightly squeezed sites.
Although sites are squeezed in, it is a nice family campground. However the site I had was steep grade from steps to picnic table. Flat ground area for camper was very narrow.Tricky footing for older folks like my wife and I. Particularly since my wife uses a cane.
Carol S.Scout
Privacy Campground
Private but needs updates
I thought I read someplace that there is new ownership, at any rate the folks there were very nice. And the place lives up to its name. We’re not fond of RV parking lots and the sites were well spaced which gets it many extra points. We had a popup in a drive-through site at the bottom of the hill which was fine, though pretty muddy after a day of rain. With that hill there’s no place for larger RVs here unless they were to decide to use the field at the bottom. As far as infrastructure a lot of what is here is very old and dated, sometimes to the point of being comical, but it does appear some updates are happening. Bathroom building is decent and kept very clean (though it would be nice if any of the door latches on the women’s toilets worked.) It appears they have built or rebuilt some cabins. Hiking up and down the hill to the bathroom does get old and there is really no place to park there like most places have without blocking the road. Can squeeze in one car near the (ancient and yucky cold water) dishwashing station. There is a tiny campsite with cabin on the road below it, with a firepit and table like a foot away from the road. Maybe they should eliminate that site to make parking for a couple cars at least, as its a terrible campsite probably the only bad one there. (One night that site had 2 cars, with one blocking the road when we tried to drive past - they should have made the extra car stay down in the lot.) People moved their car a bit, but still had to drive very close to their bonfire. Like much of the area, there is essentially no cell coverage here. An area with wifi would be an excellent upgrade. I know, you’re camping, but sometimes you just need to do something, make a restaurant reservation, or check the weather.
Update- I just found and read an article about the change of ownership. Showed a picture of a recreation room. Where the heck was that? In the building labeled “the Barn?” Which I thought was an actual barn and off limits. The dyrt says there is wifi, maybe it was there? Would have been nice to know about.
- MMichael G.
Traveler
Emerald Lake State Park
A Lot of Camping Sites at this State Part
There are a lot of camping sites for tents at this location. Quite a few lean-tos to rest . Restrooms with coin operated showers. Every site has a picnic table.
Lorrie W.Scout
Ashuelot River Campground
Ashuelot campground
Site 47 pull thru. Nice clean campground ! No neighbors left and right. Staff very nice. Very noisy tho in sites by the river due to Rte 10. We enjoyed the campground. Small and cozy. Nice size sites
Elizabeth D.Traveler
Dingman's Family Campground
One of the nicest campgrounds!
Absolutely loved this campground, sites are well spaced and the surrounding area is gorgeous! We had a tent site right on the river and couldn’t have been happier with our stay. Each site has a fire pit and a picnic table. Facilities were exceptionally clean and the camp store was stunning!
- MMaryA L.Scout
George D Aiken Wilderness Dispersed
Wonderful spot
I just got here. Road was quite good. I believe I have the last of 4 sites. Nice camp fire area.
- MMaryA L.Scout
Somerset Vt Dispersed on the Deerfield River
No camping signs all along road
No camping signs. Private property
- ffallonScout
Sunset View Farms
Lovely spot in the woods
We booked last minute (2 hours before we arrived) and were met with the friendliest staff ready to help us at 7:30PM and get us checked in. Perfect spot if you don’t mind a 40 minute ride over to The Big E fair which is what brought us out to this part of MA. The restaurant was so nice, and to my surprise more than accommodating as I have celiac, they really went above and beyond. We will definitely be back next summer for a longer stay.
katherine B.Scout
Forest Lake Campgrounds
People who run it are rude and of their word
Paid in full for a week in July, we stay here every year. Learned in May that I had cancer and would need surgery and weekly chemo until the end of September. Contacted Forest Lake Campground in May to cancel reservation, discussed options and was told we could carry our week over for later. Just received the all clear from my Dr today. Called to make reservations and was told they would not honor our already paid week. They said we would not get our money back either. Won’t stay here again as they are not people of their word.
Jacob D.Guide
Fernwood Forest Campground
Great and Friendly
This campground has a lot of amenities for what you pay. You can get a site with just water, or electric and water. Can do RV or tent. Warm showers and playground for kids with communal areas. Quiet and dark both nights and the staff is very friendly, the campground is in the family. Will definitely stay here again!
Evan M.ScoutGeorge D Aiken Wilderness Dispersed
Easy and Desolate
Great spot for quiet desolate camping. Several spots to choose from.
Kevin C.
Ranger
Somerset Airfield
Good stopover location
Only the first section of the campground was open due to flooding. As a result, there were puddles everywhere.
Campsites are listed as disbursed but there are only 7 trees to separate 9 camp sites. The campsites are all next to the road and have fire circles.
There is a single pit toilet at the end of the camping area. No garbage service, no water, no cell service. Basically a camp site where you can share a fire with the neighbors.
Shannon S.Scout
Otter River State Forest
Perfect escape
Very peaceful! Little hidden gem! We loved our weekend away
- JJacob R.Scout
Woodford State Park
3 night getaway
Had a pleasant stay at Woodford State Park. Sites near T38 have a great elevated view of the reservoir. Also a nice loop trail for those looking to do a little bit of hiking.
- TTam E.Guide
George D Aiken Wilderness Dispersed
Large sites
Large, well organized camping spots along the road. The spot I chose had a beautifully built fire pit. It was a little muddy from rain.
SomadNomad M.Traveler
Granville State Forest
Gotta chance
Dyrt says $17-$54 went through all the hoops to book one for tonight said $17 per night went to check out expecting a few extra fees, $58.50.....that's over the max advertised....DYRT YOU NEED TO GO THROUGH AND DELETE BAD ENTRIES. YOU ARE A DISSAPOINTMENT.
- SomadNomad M.Traveler
October Mountain State Forest
WHAT!?
First off no same day reservations or walk ups allowed, second it yells you that the fee is $17.50 per site, I expected a little added extra fee for booking etc.... check out was $58.50 per night. I would have if they weren't so manipulative about it.
Jeffry D.Traveler
Quinebaug Cove Campground
Awesome Campground
The best activities for children and adults, great amenities, clean restrooms, Awesome pool thanks to ASHTON, Thanks so much.
Kaileigh K.Traveler
Jamaica State Park
Large level campsites
This campground was perfect for our group that had 5 small children. The kids were able to safely ride bikes on the camp roads, sites were large and well spaced out from each other, great playground and fun playing in the river. Amazing programming options from the ranger staff each day
- LLaurenGuide
Adventure Bound Camping Resort at Deer Run
Family oriented
Family oriented. The kids loved love water attractions. Our site was large and shaded. The draw back is where you need to park the camper is about 7 inches out of level. If we stay in the same site again we would come better prepared.
- Matt R.Ranger
Mohawk Trail State Forest
Great little camp
We got a sit right on the river, so that adds to this. But this place is great, a river, hiking trails, no phone signal, what else could yoy ask for? Oh yeah clean bathrooms, and guess what, they have those too!
But honestly this place is great, the staff is the most friendly DCR staff I've met, the buildings are well kept, the sites a large! I'd gladly go back, and I am!
- AAmy G.Traveler
Spacious Skies Woodland Hills
Great weekend site
We rented a rustic campsite for a long weekend and it was way better than expected. The staff was helpful, the site was pretty and there are so many places to hike and the best of the Berkshires so close by. There are only two showers in each gendered bathroom, but there are so many RVs here it never was an issue. The pool is being renovated so it is currently closed.
Rae-Ann W.Guide
Peppermint Park Camping Resort
Relaxing & family friendly
We had a nice weekend at Peppermint Park. This was our 2nd visit with a camper (2022 & 2024) and stayed about 20 years ago in tents.
It's family and dog friendly, has a pool, hot tub, newer playground with a sandbox, camp store with large lodge attached, horseshoe, volleyball and other outdoor game areas. There were several activities planned for father's day weekend including a BBQ food truck, BINGO, corn hole, horseshoes, and kids crafts. There is also wifi, but the signal is not great. It did save me on data usage though so I appreciated it.
There is a large number of seasonal's and everyone we interacted with was very friendly. My 11 year old granddaughter quickly made friends with some of the seasonal children. We attended BINGO, which was packed, and it was clear they are a friendly group. The grounds, pool, buildings and bathroom are all well maintained.
Our site, 111, was a nice flat grassy site with water and 20amp electric. We were sunny in the morning and got nice shade starting late in the morning. We had season sites all around us with only a few of them occupied so it was pretty quiet in our section. Sites are a bit closer together than we prefer, but do have trees and brush in between.
We were in between 2 bathroom buildings. One of them having only 1 shower, 1 toilet and sink in each side and the other had 1 shower, and 2 toilets on each side. I believe there is larger bathrooms with more showers in the lodge but we did not check them out.
Our only negative is the wood for sale is on the greener side so it takes a bit to get it going. We had the same issue 2 years ago and ended up buying lighter fluid from the store then. We did not have any with us this trip and did not want to pay camp store prices so we used sticks from the area and some match light charcoal to get it going well.
We did not venture outside of the campground this trip, but do know there are some nice ponds/lakes close by and hiking trails.
Overall it's a nice friendly campground that we will continue to visit.
Jeff H.Guide
Camping On The Battenkill
What a gem!
Our first time in Vermont and we picked an awesome campground. This place has a great layout with lots of great sites to choose from.
There are several sites right on the river!
Clean bath houses. A big playground for kids. Even free WiFi if that is desired.
We will definitely be back!
- Beck P.Traveler
Molly Stark State Park
Very nice clean and quiet campground
I loved my stay here! I just stayed 1 night passing through, the drive to the campground was gorgeous. checking in was super easy. Finding my site and the bathroom was a breeze. THE BATHROOM was the best I’ve seen camping very clean and updated and honestly gorgeous. Everyone else there was super nice and quiet. Quiet hours start at 10 but it was silent after about 9 which was so amazing. I would definitely stay again!
Jay T.Scout
Clarksburg State Park
Hidden gem
I've stayed at Clarksburg State Park with my young son for a few years in a row and have always been consistently impressed with how clean and peaceful it is. Maybe we've just gotten lucky, but each time we've stayed, no matter how busy the campground is, it's quiet, especially at night. The park and the campground feel quite secluded for the location - very close to North Adams and other towns in that part of the Berkshires. The pond and the hiking trail around it are beautiful. We'll definitely return! My only complaint is that Massachusetts charges out-of-state residents 3x as much to camp.
Guide to Hawley
Camping near Hawley, Massachusetts, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and cozy campgrounds. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family adventure, there are plenty of options to explore.
What to do
- Hiking: There are great trails nearby, especially at Mount Greylock State Reservation. One visitor mentioned, "The trails were completely perfectly maintained with some 2x6 boards over the muddy bits so our boots didn't get wet." This makes it a fantastic spot for both beginners and seasoned hikers.
- Fishing: If you enjoy fishing, October Mountain State Forest is close by. A camper shared, "For any fly fishing folks, this campground is very close to the Housatonic (catch and release only!)" It’s a great way to relax and enjoy nature.
- Kayaking and Swimming: At Tully Lake Recreation Area, you can rent kayaks and paddle around the lake. One happy camper said, "We rented kayaks right at the campground for a paddle around Tully Lake. Great trip!"
What campers like
- Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained bathrooms and showers. A visitor at Woodford State Park Campground noted, "The bathrooms are BEAUTIFUL! the nicest I've seen yet. Very clean, well stocked with toilet paper and soap." Clean facilities make a big difference in the camping experience.
- Friendly Staff: Many campers rave about the welcoming atmosphere. At Mt. Greylock Campsite Park, one reviewer said, "Pat and Gordon are incredibly welcoming hosts." Friendly staff can enhance your stay and make you feel at home.
- Spacious Sites: Campers enjoy the roomy sites at places like Ashuelot River Campground. A guest mentioned, "Our site was very spacious, level and included a picnic table, fire ring, and nicely placed hookups for water and electric." Spacious sites allow for a more comfortable camping experience.
What you should know
- No Same-Day Reservations: Some campgrounds, like October Mountain State Forest, do not allow same-day reservations or walk-ups. A camper expressed frustration, saying, "First off no same day reservations or walk ups allowed." Plan ahead to secure your spot.
- Limited Amenities: Campgrounds like Fort Dummer State Park may have limited amenities. One visitor noted, "Only one shower in RV side of campground but it was large and clean with hot water (coin operated)." Be prepared for a more rustic experience.
- Wildlife Awareness: Some areas are known for wildlife, including bears. A camper at Molly Stark State Park Campground mentioned, "It is an active bear area." Make sure to store food properly and follow campground rules.
Tips for camping with families
- Quiet Hours: Many campgrounds enforce quiet hours. A visitor at Ashuelot River Campground appreciated this, stating, "There are quiet hours from 10pm-8am that are enforced." This helps ensure a peaceful environment for families.
- Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds that offer activities for kids. One camper at Northampton / Springfield KOA mentioned, "They have a fire truck ride that brings you around the campsite and hay-less rides." Fun activities keep kids entertained.
- Spacious Sites for Play: Choose campgrounds with larger sites for kids to play. A family at Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Campground noted, "The sites are very roomy and wooded." More space means more fun for the little ones.
Tips from RVers
- Check Hookups: Make sure to verify if the campground has the necessary hookups for your RV. A visitor at Woodford State Park Campground mentioned, "There was plenty of water pressure with grey water hookups." Knowing what’s available can save you a lot of hassle.
- Plan for Dump Stations: Some campgrounds, like Mt. Greylock Campsite Park, offer dumping services. One camper shared, "They dump for you on the way out no extra charge." This can make your departure much easier.
- Road Access: Ensure your RV can navigate the roads leading to the campground. A camper at Tully Lake Recreation Area advised, "Follow the appropriate divergent path from the parking lot." Knowing the route can prevent any surprises.
Camping near Hawley, Massachusetts, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Enjoy the great outdoors!
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