Best Campgrounds near Monson Center, MA

Campgrounds around Monson Center, Massachusetts provide multiple options for tent and RV camping, with established facilities located within easy driving distance. Sunset View Farms and Partridge Hollow Campground operate directly in Monson, offering full hookup sites and various accommodations for both tent and recreational vehicle campers. Additional nearby options include Village Green Family Campground in Brimfield and Wells State Park Campground in Sturbridge, approximately 10-15 miles from Monson Center. Most campgrounds in the area support mixed-use camping with both tent sites and RV hookups, while some also offer cabin rentals and glamping alternatives.

The camping season in this region typically runs from mid-April through mid-October, with most facilities closing during winter months. Reservations are recommended, especially for summer weekends and holiday periods. "Small campground on lake. lot of seasonal sites. Sites on beach are nice size," notes one visitor about Quinebaug Cove Campground, highlighting the popularity of waterfront locations. Local campgrounds maintain varying amenity levels, with most providing electric hookups, water, showers, and toilets. Both Sunset View Farms and Partridge Hollow offer full hookups with 50-amp service for larger RVs. Cell reception can be limited at some locations, particularly at Thousand Trails Sturbridge, where one camper mentioned poor connectivity that impacted remote work capabilities.

Families with children frequently rate campgrounds in the area favorably due to recreational amenities. Swimming options are common features, with several campgrounds offering pools or pond access. One visitor to Sunset View Farms mentioned, "Great location kids had a blast just wished they had more activities for them to do for the weekend." Sites with water access tend to fill quickly during summer months. Nighttime noise levels vary by campground, with some locations described as "quiet" while others may experience more activity from seasonal residents. Most campgrounds in the region are family-operated businesses with established seasonal communities. Visitors seeking more natural surroundings might prefer Wells State Park Campground, while those wanting more amenities typically choose private campgrounds with full hookup services, camp stores, and organized activities.

Best Camping Sites Near Monson Center, Massachusetts (164)

    1. Wilderness Lake Park

    14 Reviews
    Willington, CT
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 684-6352

    $70 / night

    "Connecticut is LACKING when it comes to outdoor activities when compared to some of the places around the country."

    "It’s a dog friendly park which was good for us, our dog could swim in the lake with us. Cute patio overlooking the lake as well with seating."

    2. Wells State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Sturbridge, MA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 347-9257

    $17 - $55 / night

    "Beautiful campground in a nice central location nearby several nice towns in Central Massachusetts."

    "This is a great campground located in Sturbridge, Massachusetts on walker pond. Brand new bathroom/shower facility this year. Offers hiking, biking, swimming, fishing. Nice and quiet also."

    3. Sunset View Farms

    5 Reviews
    Monson Center, MA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 267-9269

    "Great location kids had a blast just wished they had more activities for them to do for the weekend we stay it poured everyday and they only had one craft and then an arcade to entertain them."

    4. Partridge Hollow Campground

    5 Reviews
    Monson Center, MA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 267-5122

    $45 - $65 / night

    5. Brialee Family Campground

    14 Reviews
    Ashford, CT
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 303-2267

    $25 - $150 / night

    "Swimming lake, canoeing lake, pool, playgrounds. Choice of shade in trees or open field. Nice sites. Decent laundry and showers. Great place with kids.....lots of seasonal, but plenty short term."

    "Nice hiking around the area. Bathrooms are clean. Good for kids/families."

    6. Quinebaug Cove Campground

    4 Reviews
    Fiskdale, MA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 245-9525

    $70 - $78 / night

    "Small campground on lake. lot of seasonal sites. Sites on beach are nice size."

    7. Thousand Trails Sturbridge

    6 Reviews
    Westville Lake, MA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "The manager was able to give me a great campsite away from all of the RVs and cabins. It was right at the entrance however you did have to hike up a short 50ft hill to get to the site."

    "We had a great time relaxing around the campfire with another family. The playground was a hit for our kids!"

    8. Mineral Springs Family Campgrounds

    2 Reviews
    Stafford Springs, CT
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 684-2993

    9. The Quarry Campground

    5 Reviews
    Tolland, CT
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 875-8325

    $45 - $68 / night

    "We came to discover new bike trails and this one was close to the Hop bike trail which we enjoyed very much"

    10. Village Green Family Campground

    2 Reviews
    Brimfield, MA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 245-3504

    $40 - $50 / night

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Recent Reviews near Monson Center, MA

574 Reviews of 164 Monson Center Campgrounds


  • Sue B.
    Oct. 24, 2025

    Austin Hawes Memorial Campground — American Legion State Forest

    Great State Forest Campground

    Austin Hawes (also known as American Legion State Forest/Campground) is a great little place in a beautiful part of the State. They have cabins if you want some of the creature comforts, as well as sites suitable for tents or campers. Have camped here before in tents and a pop up, it's right on the Farmington River, so we have gone tubing down the river, swimming and fishing as well. The bathrooms have showers and flush toilets, there are hiking trails in and near the campground, and stores not too far. Sites vary in size and privacy.

  • 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.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 18, 2025

    Zoar Outdoor

    Nice and would like to visit again but not within 12 hours-BOO

    I’m writing this mid-October from western MA. In between homes and looked forward to staying another night, but can not because of a 12 hour advance policy. There were plenty of tent sites available last night. Not a happy camper.

  • 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.

  • Michael
    Sep. 20, 2025

    The Quarry Campground

    The Quarry Campground

    Very quiet. At night all you can hear is the crackling of the campfire.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 18, 2025

    Woodmore Family Campground and RV Park

    Good Campground

    Stayed for over a week off season , mid September. Very quiet during the week , weekend is Party Time when the gang pulls in on Friday Night. Very loud until after 10:00 on Friday / Saturday. 50 percent or more is seasonal camp sites. Sites in back are ok with trees and different levels. Sites are a little closer than I usually find. Neighbors are very considerate on site privacy. Owners are exceptionally helpful and work hard to keep the site functioning and clean. Coin operated showers with hot water, mostly nice and clean except after a crowd gets packed and checks out Sunday AM. Laundry room takes quarters for machines. Small store at office which was open every day. Game room with wi fi. Pool , playground , volleyball area. Good size wood bundle for $10 , delivered directly to your site. Lake access with kayaks , some local hiking. Major grocery store nearby along with Walmart.

  • Nicole G.
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Tolland State Forest Campground

    Great Lakeside Campground

    This was only my second camping trip ever (and first tent camping) so grain of salt here - We had a great time at Tolland. The site was spacious and equipped with a bear box, fire ring, and picnic table. The ground at the site was large gravel which was not great in the tent, but walking around it looks like most sites are more dirt and pine needles.

    The swimming area is small but sandy, great for kids, and my daughter loved thethe campfire and nature talk given on Saturday night by park staff.


Guide to Monson Center

Camping sites near Monson Center, Massachusetts offer several seasonal options within the rural hills of southern Massachusetts. Located in Hampden County with elevations ranging from 460 to 820 feet, the camping season in this area runs primarily from mid-April to mid-October due to New England's cold winters. Nights can drop below 50°F even in summer months, requiring appropriate sleeping gear regardless of season.

What to do

Kayaking access: free equipment rental. Wilderness Lake Park in nearby Willington, CT (about 20 minutes from Monson) provides complimentary kayaks and canoes for campers. "They even had free kayaks/canoes for the lake," mentions one visitor who appreciated the no-cost water recreation options.

Hiking opportunities: nearby trails. At Wells State Park Campground in Sturbridge, campers can access multiple marked trails without leaving the grounds. "There are lots of families camping when I last visited, and also a handful of dogs joining campers," notes one reviewer about the pet-friendly hiking environment.

Wildlife observation: dawn viewing. The rural setting around Monson supports diverse wildlife viewing, particularly at campgrounds near water. A Wilderness Lake visitor observed, "The tent sites are great. The host gave us a secluded spot in the back to the point I didn't feel like I was at a campground other than the fire ring."

What campers like

Lake swimming: multiple options. The Quarry Campground features "2 separate ponds: one for fishing, one for swimming," according to a recent guest. This dual-purpose water setup allows for both recreation and sport fishing without conflicting uses.

Camp stores: essential supplies. Most campgrounds in the Monson area maintain on-site stores for basic provisions. A camper at Partridge Hollow Campground appreciated the "simple clean friendly family run campground" with access to needed supplies.

Quiet camping zones: secluded spots. Several campgrounds offer designated quiet areas away from more active sections. "Simple, clean friendly family run campground," notes one Partridge Hollow visitor, highlighting the more peaceful atmosphere compared to larger resort-style facilities.

What you should know

Payment methods: cash preferred. Several campgrounds in the area have specific payment requirements. A Wilderness Lake Park visitor advised, "Heads up, they are cash or Venmo only so be prepared."

Cell reception: variable coverage. Connectivity can be limited at certain campgrounds, affecting remote work capabilities. While not mentioned in existing descriptions, campers should prepare for potential communication challenges at most rural sites.

Road noise consideration. Some campgrounds have sites near roadways. At Village Green Family Campground, a camper noted the Safari Field loop is "pretty close to a road, so there's a lot of car noise."

Tips for camping with families

Child-friendly activities: scheduled events. Brialee Family Campground in Ashford, CT organizes regular activities for younger campers. "The campground offers activities pretty much hourly for kids and adults to enjoy," reports a visitor, making it suitable for families seeking structured recreation.

Playground options: multiple facilities. Most family-oriented campgrounds maintain playground equipment. One camper noted about Thousand Trails Sturbridge, "We had a great time relaxing around the campfire with another family. The playground was a hit for our kids!"

Swimming safety: supervised areas. Several campgrounds provide lifeguarded swimming areas during peak season. At Brialee, one visitor mentioned the "swimming and the lake were fun," making it appropriate for families with children of varying swimming abilities.

Tips from RVers

Site leveling: prepare accordingly. Some campgrounds feature uneven terrain requiring leveling equipment. A visitor to Wells State Park noted, "Not all sites are level. The best plus side ever....NEW HUGE bathrooms!!"

Pull-through availability: limited options. Dedicated pull-through sites can be scarce during peak season. At The Quarry Campground, a camper mentioned "lots of pull throughs!" making it noteworthy for larger rigs seeking easier access.

Hook-up clarification: verify before booking. Not all "full hookup" sites provide complete services. One camper at The Quarry explained, "They advertise full hookup but turns out to be a lie when you pull in… all full hookup is given to seasonal customers."

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Monson Center, MA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Monson Center, MA offers a wide range of camping options, with 164 campgrounds and RV parks near Monson Center, MA and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

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

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Monson Center, MA is Wilderness Lake Park with a 4.2-star rating from 14 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Monson Center, MA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Monson Center, MA.

What parks are near Monson Center, MA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 parks near Monson Center, MA that allow camping, notably Westville Lake and Buffumville Lake.