Best Campgrounds near Mansfield Center, MA

Campgrounds near Mansfield Center, Massachusetts range from established facilities to mixed-use sites accommodating various camping styles. Normandy Farms Campground in Foxborough and Canoe River Campground in Mansfield provide options for tent camping, RV sites, and cabin rentals. Several properties offer glamping accommodations, with Normandy Farms featuring both yurts and cabins among its 400 available sites. Most established campgrounds in the region operate seasonally, typically from April through October or November, though a few locations like Ponkapoag Camp remain open year-round.

Permit requirements and reservation systems vary significantly across developed campgrounds in the area. Most established campgrounds require advance bookings, particularly during summer weekends when facilities fill quickly. The camping season peaks between Memorial Day and Labor Day, with reduced services in shoulder months. Bathroom and shower facilities at larger campgrounds receive regular maintenance, though quality can vary by location. Water access points and swimming areas are available at several properties, with some offering pond access for fishing or kayaking. As noted in one review, "Not usually too busy on the trails, though expect hordes of people at the parking lot especially during the warmer months."

State park campgrounds provide alternatives to private facilities, with locations like Wompatuck State Park and Harold Parker State Forest offering more natural settings. These public lands feature wooded campsites and recreational opportunities including hiking trails, mountain biking routes, and fishing areas. Mixed-use campgrounds accommodate various equipment types, though site privacy varies considerably. A visitor to Harold Parker State Forest commented, "Nice large campsites. The sites' privacy is very diverse. You could be tucked away from everyone or closer together depending on the site you choose but they are all pretty decent in size." Many campgrounds provide fire pits, picnic tables, and access to potable water. Urban proximity represents a notable advantage for these locations, with most campgrounds positioned within 25-40 miles of Boston, allowing for convenient day trips to coastal areas, historic sites, and urban attractions.

Best Camping Sites Near Mansfield Center, Massachusetts (110)

    1. Normandy Farms Campground

    40 Reviews
    Foxborough, MA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (866) 673-2767

    $50 - $200 / night

    "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."

    "Driving around this place is definitely not a typical campground but more of a luxury camp because of all of the amenities. That being said it was very nice and felt safe."

    2. Canoe River Campground

    9 Reviews
    Mansfield Center, MA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 339-6462

    $42 - $58 / night

    "This place is pretty awesome if you’re looking to see a show at the nearby Comcast center."

    3. Wompatuck State Park Campground

    43 Reviews
    Hingham, MA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (617) 895-8245

    $17 - $23 / night

    "Ours (R002) was large, beautiful, and mostly surrounded by forest."

    "I chose a spot away from others and was glad I did. Behind me was nothing but quiet woods and a deer meandered through a couple times."

    4. Boston/Cape Cod KOA

    23 Reviews
    Middleboro, MA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 947-6435

    "This is a busy campground due to its location . Easy access to Boston, Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, Plymouth, Newport, and many more attractions."

    "We selected this campground because of its proximity to family who we would be visiting. It was very convenient to Providence, Cape Cod, and Duxbury."

    5. Massasoit State Park Campground

    18 Reviews
    Lakeville, MA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 822-7405

    $17 - $27 / night

    "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."

    "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."

    6. Ponkapoag Camp

    6 Reviews
    Randolph, MA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (781) 961-7007

    $20 - $65 / night

    "The area around Ponkapog is beautiful, showcasing a wetland climate that, while common, is an integral part of the Massachusetts ecosystem that many people don’t even realize is within a stones throw."

    "The camp is on a beautiful piece of wooded land surrounding a large pond/lake. There are about 25 rustic cabins, and a few tent sites dispersed throughout the camping area."

    7. Circle Campground Farm Campground

    7 Reviews
    Franklin Town, MA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 966-1136

    $45 - $75 / night

    "Im guessing these sites will be considered "close" to "moderately close" by other site standards but it housed my 24ft trailer, truck, and my family just fine. Roads are a little narrow which made"

    "Everything you need 100% Everything clean 100% EASY Access to all attractions 100% We did Boston (caught the train), Salem, mystic seaport, Sturbridge village, plymouth rock, the Mayflower ship, and plymouth"

    8. George Washington State Campground

    25 Reviews
    Pascoag, RI
    29 miles
    +1 (401) 568-6700

    $18 - $75 / night

    "So if you are confused about things like location, let’s knock that out first: This campground is located near 2185 Putnam Pike, Chepachet, RI 02814."

    "The campground was safe, nicely laid out so we could have a series of sites next to one another. Biking was a blast for the kids along with trail hike around pond, beach, and fishing."

    9. Pinewood Lodge Campground

    10 Reviews
    Carver, MA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 746-3548

    $50 - $110 / night

    "Very quiet place, beautiful sites nice fireplaces bathrooms are close by and clean. Don’t care for the coin operating showers. Nice camp store and lots of activities for the kids."

    "Pond was pretty dirty and you’ll be in close proximity to a shooting range and municipal airport (be wary of noise levels)."

    10. Boston Harbor Islands State Park Campground

    8 Reviews
    Hull, MA
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (781) 740-1605

    $8 - $55 / night

    "The yurts have bunk beds, a floor lamp, a table inside, a picnic table outside and a grill. Just getting to the island is a fun adventure."

    "You may choose to leave from Long Wharf, near the Aquarium T stop on the Blue line, or from Hingham, with overnight parking available."

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Recent Reviews near Mansfield Center, MA

679 Reviews of 110 Mansfield Center Campgrounds


  • Sue B.
    Oct. 23, 2025

    Green Falls Campground

    Inexpensive and primitive

    We like Green Falls. Again, it is inexpensive and kinda primitive, but it sure also quiet and a real woods camping environment. Take a hike around the pond, fish and swim in season, and enjoy a laid back approach to your time here.

  • Sue B.
    Oct. 23, 2025

    Mount Misery Campground

    Great spot for no frills camping

    We loved Mt. Misery. We spent $17/night, and we know what to expect at that price point. We stayed during fall foliage season and even though CT has had a drought this year, there were still pretty colors to see. We hiked to the overlook of Mt. Misery and had a great time geocaching and enjoying the trails. We found the campsites to be decent, and a number of them did afford privacy and space, we had 4 people and 3 dogs on our site, and had plenty of room for our travel trailer and 2 tents. We will be back here for sure.

  • Phillip H.
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Boston/Cape Cod KOA

    Koa Cape Cod

    Stayed in several KOAs over last few weeks. I would say needs attention. Appearance is not up to standard. Restrooms and grounds are not as clean by comparison.

  • Kathleen S.
    Sep. 29, 2025

    Normandy Farms Campground

    Loud and crowded!

    Know what you are getting... This is a family resort that charges$20/per night, per person, OVER the two people rate. It is loud, crowded, with golf carts and kids running around. It is a resort campground with pools, frisbee court and etc... This is not a quiet, restful place to stay to visit Boston and the surrounding area or to visit family in town. Entry is gated and controlled. Want to bring your college daughter back after dinner- forget it,$20 for her and$20 her friend, for 1-2 hour visit after 7:00 PM at night! When we return, we will stay at Spacious Skies CG or the state park. The cost and inconvenience is not worth it!

  • S
    Sep. 27, 2025

    Fishermens Memorial State Park Campground

    Close to a beach, serenity hiding in city life

    Some areas to hike on a small scale. Nice view of the water. No ocean views. Many unlevel sites. Fairly close together.

  • Ryan G.
    Sep. 27, 2025

    Mount Misery Campground

    Lived up to its name

    Sites/facilities were as expected and I could have been very satisfied with our 1 night stay.  There are a lot of rules for camping here, which is confusing because there does not appear to be anyone to enforce them.  Late arrivals? Noise? I suspect that the couple who pulled into the site next to ours after 10PM with two cars and an infant are homeless and poached the site.  They were not there for the hiking or the camping experience and their infant child screamed or babbled through most of the night.  That plus the adults talking, car doors opening and closing, engine running, baby einstein videos playing...  In the morning they packed up and left.  I'm not an advocate of criminalizing homelessness, but if you are looking for a night in the woods listening to crickets and owls, this is not the place.

  • Mindie C.
    Sep. 23, 2025

    Cape Cod Campresort & Cabins

    Lovely campground

    Can’t go wrong with this campground. Well maintained, clean, kind staff and close to everything.

  • Eddie A.
    Sep. 22, 2025

    Scusset Beach State Reservation

    Great place to Bike and fish and of course enjoy nature

    Beautiful place overall Staff are very kind , professional and helpful


Guide to Mansfield Center

Camping sites near Mansfield Center, Massachusetts offer outdoor options in eastern Massachusetts' Bristol County, where elevations range between 100-180 feet above sea level with moderate summer temperatures averaging 80°F. Most campgrounds in the region operate between April and October, with limited winter camping available at select year-round locations like Ponkapoag Camp, which features rustic cabins with wood stoves for cold-weather camping.

What to do

Paddling and water activities: The region's ponds provide opportunities for kayaking and canoeing. At Canoe River Campground, the waterways are easily accessible. One visitor noted, "The water was warm and clean. You can kayak or canoe. The dogs cannot go on the beach, but they can go in the boats."

Hiking through mixed terrain: Trails around Wompatuck State Park Campground offer paths for all skill levels. A camper shared, "We found a large pond and an underground bunker to venture into. The campsite had trees around it so you felt secluded and there was plenty of wood to collect for a fire." Another visitor mentioned the park has "numerous hidden trails known mostly to locals, making it ideal for low-traffic hiking, biking, and mushroom hunting."

Biking opportunities: Several campgrounds maintain bike-friendly paths. At Massasoit State Park Campground, visitors praise the "great biking trails around" and note it's "perfect for running, walking, hiking, biking, fishing, and exploring." The park reopened after renovations with a new playground and updated facilities.

Fishing spots: Many campgrounds have stocked ponds or natural fishing areas. According to a guest at Pinewood Lodge Campground, there's a "nice pond for fishing or swimming" and the site offers "great views from our site of the pond. There was also a path down to a little dock on the pond that you could sit and relax on."

What campers like

Quieter weekday camping: For those seeking less crowded conditions, non-holiday weekdays offer more solitude. A visitor at Boston Harbor Islands State Park Campground mentioned, "Camping at Boston Harbor Islands requires some planning, but you get the benefit of a remote island with minimal company."

Multi-day exploration bases: The area's central location makes it ideal for exploring southeastern New England. A visitor at Boston/Cape Cod KOA noted, "Easy access to all attractions 100%. We did Boston (caught the train), Salem, mystic seaport, Sturbridge village, plymouth rock, the Mayflower ship, and plymouth plantation spending no more than 1hr and 20 min at the most in the car!!!"

Historical sites: Many campgrounds are near significant historical attractions. At Boston Harbor Islands, a camper shared, "The island is beautiful and has an old fort to explore as well as a Rocky shoreline and trails. You can build bon fires and see gorgeous sunsets."

Private wooded sites: Several campgrounds offer secluded options. At George Washington State Campground, visitors enjoy "big open sites, really quiet, great place to relax and hike" with "sites well spaced and provided some privacy depending on your site choice."

What you should know

Facility variations: Bathroom and shower quality varies significantly between parks. At George Washington State Campground, "bathrooms were very clean with hot showers (bring quarters, $1.50 for 6mins)." Similarly at Pinewood Lodge, campers don't "care for the coin operating showers" despite the "nice fireplaces" and "clean" bathrooms.

Seasonal impacts: Mosquito and tick activity peaks in summer months. Spring and fall camping offers cooler temperatures and fewer insects. At Ponkapoag Camp, visitors should note, "THERE IS NO ELECTRICITY OR RUNNING WATER. We brought all our water from home, and it worked well."

Reservation timing: Most campgrounds require advance booking, especially for premium sites. At Normandy Farms Campground, campers can choose from "premium sites with paved patios while other sites are gravel. Roads are paved and plenty wide enough for big RV's to navigate."

Site-specific conditions: Research individual sites before booking. At Circle Campground Farm, one RVer noted, "Roads 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."

Tips for camping with families

Children's activities: Many campgrounds offer scheduled programming. At Boston Harbor Islands, "While you're out on the islands, take time to explore one of the others…look for sea glass on Spectacle Island and climb the hill for a view of the Boston skyline, explore the old forts and visitors centers, earn a Junior Ranger badge from the National Park Service."

Swimming options: Not all water areas are suitable for children. Massasoit State Park has "a nice beach for children. The water was warm and clean." However, at another campground, one visitor noted the swimming area "looked way too dirty" despite being recently opened.

Space considerations: Family sites vary in size and setup. At Circle Campground Farm Campground, "Site size was adequate. Im guessing these sites will be considered 'close' to 'moderately close' by other site standards but it housed my 24ft trailer, truck, and my family just fine."

Evening noise levels: Sound carries in campgrounds, especially on weekends. A Boston Harbor Islands camper noted, "This campsite is a lot of fun but can get noisy at night." At Canoe River Campground, a visitor mentioned it "attracts a lot of the rowdy party crowd."

Tips from RVers

Site selection: Research specific sites before booking. At Normandy Farms, an RVer advised, "We chose a paved full hook-up pull thru with paved patio. Our site was easy to navigate in and out of and was definitely big-rig-friendly with ample space for our motorhome and tow car."

Hookup variations: Not all sites offer full hookups. At Wompatuck State Park, "Sites offer electric hookups only" though most established private campgrounds provide water, electric, and often sewer connections.

Accessibility challenges: Some campgrounds have narrow roads or tight turns. At Circle Campground Farm, a camper noted, "Roads are a little narrow which made backing in a little challenging" though the "grounds were well maintained."

Price considerations: Out-of-state visitors face higher fees at state parks. At George Washington State Campground, "no hook-ups yet it cost $36 for out of state residents plus the fees which put it up to $44," making private campgrounds potentially more economical for non-Massachusetts residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Mansfield Center, MA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Mansfield Center, MA is Normandy Farms Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 40 reviews.

What parks are near Mansfield Center, MA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 15 parks near Mansfield Center, MA that allow camping, notably West Hill Dam and Buffumville Lake.