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Dog-Friendly Camping near Kingston, MA

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    Pinewood Lodge Campground maintains specific dog areas throughout its Plymouth property, restricting pets from certain paths including the beach access road. Most pet-friendly campsites near Kingston allow dogs with standard leash requirements, though specific pet policies vary by location. Myles Standish State Forest's Curlew Pond Campground provides waterfront sites where dogs are permitted, while Ellis-Haven Family Campground offers more extensive pet-friendly facilities. Several campgrounds feature dedicated dog parks, with Pinewood Lodge specifically mentioned in reviews for having two separate enclosed areas for dogs to exercise off-leash. The campground store at Pinewood stocks basic pet supplies, and all sites come with standard amenities including fire rings and picnic tables. Dogs must remain leashed within campsite boundaries and are not allowed in swimming areas.

    Proximity to Plymouth makes these dog-friendly campgrounds convenient bases for exploring pet-friendly trails throughout the region. Camping with pets requires planning for summer heat and winter cold, with limited shade at some campgrounds like Jellystone Park Cranberry Acres. Most campgrounds enforce quiet hours to minimize barking disturbances to neighboring sites, which can be closely spaced at locations like Curlew Pond. Several reviews note the importance of keeping dogs properly secured as sites can be quite close together with minimal privacy barriers between them. Bathroom facilities are generally clean at these locations, though amenities vary significantly between state park campgrounds and private resorts. Seasonal availability differs substantially, with some campgrounds like Shawme Crowell State Forest open year-round while others operate from spring through fall.

    Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Kingston (56)

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      1. Wompatuck State Park Campground

      4.3(44)16mi from Kingston253 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Water from nearby facet. Because it was local and had history behind it. Rhe campground is within a state park and is built on a old military base."

      "We had a dog with us as well and the grounds were very pet friendly. Our campsite was huge and had plenty of room for both of our tents, was very flat, and felt private."

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      from $17 - $23 / night

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      2. Boston/Cape Cod KOA

      3.9(23)11mi from KingstonRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Decent dog park & common play areas (horseshoes, ladder ball, cornhole, basketball). Lots for kids to do. We went to Plimoth Plantation about 20 min away but not much else in the area."

      "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"

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      3. Pinewood Lodge Campground

      4.5(11)5mi from KingstonRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "We loved site 47 which was long and level with nice grass around it. The next site (46) was pretty close, but luckily nobody was in it while we visited."

      "Nice and quiet, here for a 3 night stay. 4 star because there are signs posted No dogs allowed on the road to the beach or other areas in the campground, limits walking. There is a dog park, though."

      from $50 - $110 / night

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      4. Charge Pond Campground — Myles Standish State Forest

      4.1(20)13mi from Kingston210 sitesRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "My home away from home, I have been going to Myles Standish state forest to camp swim and critter catch since I was a little girl. Some of my fondest memories were made here."

      "Good access to surrounding new England towns."

      from $17 - $35 / night

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      5. Massasoit State Park Campground

      4.0(18)17mi from Kingston84 sitesRVs, Tents

      "We were located in the no electric no water area and even though every site was taken, it was surprisingly more private than you'd expect."

      "Other than the bees, it was peaceful, and nobody bothered you. i would recommend lots of bee spray and a screen house, but hopefully it was an isolation situation."

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      from $17 - $27 / night

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      6. Jellystone Park™ Cranberry Acres

      3.3(8)9mi from Kingston6 sitesRVs, Tents

      "There’s a new policy that states if you have a dog YOU MUST HAVE A CAMPER. I only have a tent so for me it’s a deal breaker. I will miss it though."

      from $70 / night

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      7. Ellis-Haven Family Campground

      3.8(5)6mi from KingstonRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      from $32 - $60 / night

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      8. Shawme Crowell State Forest Campground

      3.9(21)19mi from Kingston245 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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."

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      from $17 - $55 / night

      18 Sites Available

      9. Curlew Pond Campground — Myles Standish State Forest

      3.8(5)7mi from Kingston69 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Because the map is deceptive when it comes to the locations and spacing of sites, I definitely recommend driving around and looking at the different areas if you have the opportunity."

      "Awesome location for family’s lots of space and things to do friendly service."

      from $17 / night

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      10. Bourne Scenic Park

      4.2(13)18mi from KingstonRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "There is a dump station located close to the park exit. "

      "Bike path along the canal, easy access. Lots of playgrounds for different ages

      Bounce pad (in-ground)

      Pool

      Stair access to canal bike path."

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    Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Kingston, MA

    640 Reviews of 56 Kingston Campgrounds

    • Nancy W.The Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 30, 2026

      Winter Island Park

      Basically a parking lot but with great views!

      I’m not going to lie this was a little tricky for big rigs to get to, but with lots of patience and skillful driving, it is doable. Salem is an old New England town so there are many narrow streets and some low clearances. Follow the directions on the parks website as they are designed for RVs– don’t use Google Maps unless you are a small camper. Even getting into the park is kind of challenging because of the way the entrance is laid out with the entrance booth and some low hanging trees. This campground is in a municipal park with a marina, beach, a short walking trail, and picnic areas. The campground has different sections and totally different feels to them. We arrived on a weekend and section we were in the section which is in the parking lot of a busy marina. The parking lot was half full which made for navigating our 45’ bus into our site pretty hard. 

      No sites have fire pits but you can have a fire if you bring your own above ground pit. Tent sites have picnic tables but nothing else. Some sites you can drive to and have a car onsite and others are non-vehicle access sites (11, 17, 18, 25, 26, 27& 38) in which you have to park in a parking lot. Some RV sites have great water views and others are in a back gravel lot. In my opinion, the best RV sites are 12-16(A-D) because they have a water view. Sites 16B-D are a little tricky for big-rigs to get into because of the tight space. Our site (#13) had a slight downhill slope. We pulled in forward so we could have a view of the harbor which meant the utilities (water electric only) were in the front of our site but we were able to reach without an extension cord. We loved watching the action in the harbor. There is a gazebo by the water which we enjoyed siting under and watching boats go in and out of the harbor while it rained. 

      There is a nice sandy beach onsite which attracts a lot of day use vistors. The grounds are interesting to walk around as the water views are nice and there is an old fort to explore. Nearby town of Salem Willows is(about½ mile away) is a cute old seaside town with restaurants and arcades. They have a Bluebike rental station which is an easy way to get downtown and explore the area if you don’t have a car.

    • Renee R.
      Oct. 15, 2026

      Winter Island Park

      Cool location!

      Hard to beat being right on the water with a lighthouse!  But it's kind of a kooky campground.

      Pros:

      - Gorgeous views.

      - Cute little trails.

      - Super friendly staff.

      - The bathrooms were always being cleaned (which is nice), but the bathrooms are dilapidated, so it's kind of like putting lipstick on a pig.

      Cons:
      - It's just an odd arrangement of sites.  The RV area is a parking lot.  Some tent sites don't allow cars on them.  Our site #37 was cool, but right by the busy entrance.

      - As we stayed in October, the entire area is Halloween central.  There were tour trolleys coming in all day, and since we were near the entrance we felt like animals in a zoo.

      - As mentioned previously - the bathrooms could use a serious upgrade.

    • Ada R.The Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 3, 2026

      Sweetwater Forest

      Great private campground

      This property is huge and the staff is very accommodating. Restrooms with showers are clean. And there is a pickleball court!

    • Kyle P.
      Oct. 2, 2026

      Normandy Farms Campground

      Best Campground in the Northeast!

      I can understand why this place is rated one of the best campgrounds in the country. This was my first time camping here with my own RV and it did not disappoint. Our site was spacious, and centrally located within the campground, they have all the amenities you can imagine living up to that “resort” title. Ranging from multiple pools, hot tubs, courts, pavilions, playgrounds, etc. the cell service was great, they offer WiFi, and much more. I love the store, it gives off that Great Wolf Lodge feel, and it has everything inside you may need. Including a little hidden café that surprisingly made good lattes. This place is massive, and I’ve never seen a campground that had as many million dollar RV’s in one place. That atmosphere is just great here. There is so much to do. It’s so big you need an e-bike just to get around. Resort-style campgrounds like this come at a steeper price compared to others, but in my opinion, Normandy was well worth the cost. We look forward to revisiting, often!

    • gary C.
      Sep. 22, 2026

      Winter Island Park

      Good view

      Best part of our Salem trip by far. We spent Sunday evening out here after walking around downtown and this was a completely different experience. Kids loved the playground and just running around exploring the beach and rocks. Way more interesting than the shops.

      Quiet, actual waterfront, old fort and lighthouse right there. The young lady in the office was really nice and super helpful too.

      A couple things to know: the RV field spots are really close together. Like 15-20 feet from my trailer to the neighbor. In my opinion the parking lot spots with the ocean view are better. And when they warn you about the raccoons, they’re not joking. They shredded my trash.

      If you’re in Salem with kids, still worth coming out here. This is the part they’ll remember.

    • DThe Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 19, 2026

      Lorraine Park Campground — Harold Parker State Forest

      Lorraine Campground

      What a gem of a campground. The park staff are very helpful and friendly. The facilities: bathrooms, showers, dump station and trash receptacles are spotless. They offer nature oriented fun activities for all ages! And they even have playgrounds for the littles to play on. The sites are are mixed use, offering tent only, RV with electric, and group sites. They also have yurts that can rented, which come with a full size bed and bunk beds.

    • Linda I.
      Sep. 15, 2026

      Coastal Acres Campground

      Coastal Acres Campground

      Another wonderful month long vacation at Coastal Acres Campground! Anna and the wonderful staff made our visit a pleasure. We needed an air conditioner repaired/replaced during our stay. Anna and Rob gave us a list of local mobile RV repair Companies. They also lended a fan to us to use until the repair was completed. We can't thank them enough for everything they did to help make our stay comfortable and fun! We will be back!!

    Guide to Kingston

    Camping opportunities near Kingston, Massachusetts offer a blend of forested sites and waterfront access across state parks and private campgrounds. The area features numerous kettle ponds formed by glaciers, providing both swimming and fishing opportunities during the summer months when temperatures typically range from 70-85°F. Most campgrounds operate from May through October, with limited winter camping available at select locations.

    What to do

    Biking on dedicated paths: Wompatuck State Park Campground features extensive trail networks for mountain biking. "We had a lot of fun camping at Wompatuck. Definitely bring bikes to do some exploring. We found a large pond and an underground bunker to venture into," notes Jess G., highlighting the exploration opportunities beyond standard camping.

    Canal fishing access: At Bourne Scenic Park, camping puts you directly on the Cape Cod Canal for prime fishing. "If you like fishing this is your place," states Rick R. The canal attracts serious anglers targeting striped bass and other saltwater species, with the best fishing typically occurring during tidal changes.

    Swimming in spring-fed ponds: Curlew Pond at Myles Standish State Forest offers clear water swimming. "The pond water was very clear, seeing as they are fed from natural springs under the ponds," explains Kyle C., who appreciated the natural water quality despite noting weekend crowds can impact the experience.

    What campers like

    Privacy between sites: Charge Pond Campground in Myles Standish State Forest offers sites with natural separation. "Sites are nice and level and large. Vegetation between sites for privacy," reports Amie C., who enjoyed the quiet atmosphere of the dead-end loop areas rather than circular arrangements.

    Access to Cape Cod: Shawme Crowell State Forest Campground serves as an affordable base for Cape exploration. "Great forest. Nothing like the rest of cape cod. Lots of pines and trails through the woods," writes Matt H., highlighting how the campground provides a different environment than typical Cape settings while maintaining proximity to beaches and attractions.

    Camping store conveniences: At Boston/Cape Cod KOA, campers appreciate the well-stocked store. "They had a big store and plenty of supplies and souvenirs, from sweatshirts to stickers," notes Samantha S., who found the campground exceptionally large with numerous activities beyond typical camping amenities.

    What you should know

    Shower facilities vary widely: Some campgrounds charge for showers while others include them. "Nice campground for any type of camping... Two dogs parks are a huge benefit for us as well," reports Jim N Kim P. about Pinewood Lodge Campground, while noting coin-operated showers are standard at many area campgrounds.

    Weekend vs. weekday experiences: Occupancy patterns change dramatically mid-week. "But the Sunday, and Monday nights, the 7 closest spots to us were empty, it was like having the woods to ourselves," shares Kyle C. about Massasoit State Park, illustrating how timing your visit can dramatically change your camping experience.

    Out-of-state fee differences: Massachusetts state parks charge significantly more for non-residents. "For out-of-state visitors, the cost might not be justifiable, with rates of $17-23 per night for in-state visitors and $60 for out of staters," warns Paulina B. about Wompatuck State Park, highlighting the substantial price differential.

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    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Kingston, MA is Wompatuck State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 44 reviews.

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