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Best Campgrounds near Whitinsville, MA

692 Reviews

Central Massachusetts around Whitinsville features a mix of state-managed and privately-owned campgrounds within a 30-minute drive. Sutton Falls Camping Area, located just 5 miles from Whitinsville, provides waterfront sites with boat-in access options alongside traditional drive-in camping. Kings Campground in nearby Manchaug and Douglas Forest RV Resort offer alternatives for RV travelers seeking full hookups. The region spans across state lines with George Washington State Campground in Rhode Island and West Thompson Lake Campground in Connecticut both within 20 miles of Whitinsville. These facilities accommodate everything from primitive tent camping to luxury RV setups with 50-amp service.

Most campgrounds in the area operate seasonally from mid-April through mid-October, with peak season running Memorial Day through Labor Day. Massachusetts state parks enforce alcohol restrictions that private campgrounds do not, as one camper noted: "Only complaint about Massachusetts state parks is no alcohol even while sitting in your site." Cell service varies significantly throughout the region, with several reviewers recommending downloading maps before arrival. Reservations are essential during summer weekends, particularly for waterfront sites. As one visitor to Wells State Park observed: "Beautiful campground in a nice central location nearby several nice towns in Central Massachusetts. The hiking is some of the best I have seen from a campground in the area."

Water access represents a significant draw for campers in the Whitinsville area. Many campgrounds feature ponds, lakes, or river access with swimming opportunities during summer months. Hiking trails connect directly to several campgrounds, with Wells State Park receiving particular praise for its "huge system of trails which are all very well marked." Campers frequently mention the balance between natural settings and proximity to amenities. Site privacy varies considerably between campgrounds and specific site locations. Normandy Farms in Foxborough offers resort-style camping with extensive amenities but at premium prices, while state forest campgrounds provide more rustic experiences with greater separation between sites. Mosquitoes can be problematic in some locations, especially near wetland areas after rainfall.

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Best Camping Sites Near Whitinsville, Massachusetts (137)

    1. George Washington State Campground

    25 Reviews
    Pascoag, RI
    14 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."

    2. Normandy Farms Campground

    39 Reviews
    Foxborough, MA
    21 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."

    3. Sutton Falls Camping Area

    6 Reviews
    Manchaug, MA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 865-3898

    $40 - $65 / night

    "Cute quiet place with a lake. Family run very friendly. They only thing I didnt love is they remodeled one set of bathrooms in the back and the front was the old set."

    "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."

    4. Circle Campground Farm Campground

    7 Reviews
    Franklin Town, MA
    10 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"

    5. Kings Campground

    3 Reviews
    Manchaug, MA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 476-2534

    6. Wells State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Sturbridge, MA
    19 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."

    7. West Thompson Lake Campground

    8 Reviews
    Grosvenor Dale, CT
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 923-3121

    $15 - $30 / night

    "They have bathrooms and showers close by that (if I remember correctly/things haven’t changed too much in the past couple of years) were in relatively decent shape compared to others I’ve been in at campgrounds"

    "centrally located bathrooms/showers basketball court, playground and ampitheatre to keep the kids busy. hiking trails galore, disk golf, and swimming nearby. so fun!"

    8. Douglas Forest RV Resort

    4 Reviews
    Webster, MA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 943-1895

    $65 - $125 / night

    "What really sets this place apart is the location. You’re literally steps away from Douglas State Forest, which made morning hikes and evening strolls absolutely magical."

    "Drive times: Boston: 60min| Hartford: 62min| Providence: 42min| Albany: 120min| Portsmouth: 106min"

    9. Purgatory Valley Farm

    1 Review
    Whitinsville, MA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (774) 276-2784

    $35 - $55 / night

    10. Stateline Campresort & Cabins

    9 Reviews
    Ballouville, CT
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 774-3016

    $25 - $50 / night

    "The manager came up and they assigned me to a site next to the frog pond, but with our little kids I was t too keen on staying literally on the pond."

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  • SkipperAllen C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2025

    Wompatuck State Park Campground

    Very nice stopover

    Good place to spend the night.It was quiet comfortable and plenty of room between campsites

  • Paul K.
    Aug. 26, 2025

    Fort Getty Campground

    Great Park Just Not for Camping

    Forty Getty Park RV Campground seems like a great location, with a good bit of history and a lot to offer to anyone visiting, which is why I was eager to visit it this past weekend while traveling through the Jamestown area of Rhode Island. I'd still call it a great place to visit, just not the best to attempt to stay at overnight or camp at. That is something else entirely in this case. 

    THE GOOD👍 Again, an absolutely gorgeous location on the shores of Jamestown😍 that being the park, NOT the campgrounds. The campground itself🏕 and particularly the⛺️ tenting section are pretty far removed from any of that and the water itself in reality. 

    THE Bad. In actuality, the campground looks to be a complete afterthought. More like, What should we do with this little grassy area next to the RV park?... oh maybe that can be for tents! Or,. Where the hell are we going to fit some tents⛺️⛺️⛺️⛺️⛺️around here? Oh, I know, how about over on the hill by the bathrooms?🚻 next to the RV park fencing? Oh yeah, that sounds Perfect👍 

    The Ugly There's no Ugly. The people seem nice, the park is great,t and everyone working there was polite and courteous. It's just a shame they haven't given any real consideration to the camping section or provided a real space for campers to come enough the area. What you're left with is a grassy knoll with a bunch of tent sites tightly clustered together and right next to or on top of the RV park in a way that didn't seem necessary.

  • Rachael K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Lake Dennison Recreation Area Campground

    Really pretty and chill

    This campground is pretty and offers many private site options. We didn't use the bathrooms so can't speak on that. But overall it's a clean campground.

    There are two loops. The loop closer to the entrance has a lot of private sites. Although if you have one closer to the main road, it is quite noisy with road sounds. But many of the sites in the middle are more quiet. The sites by the lake are really pretty, but there's not much privacy. All of the sites are good size and the fire pits are placed well.

    The other loop farther away from the entrance has a lot more lakeside sites. But there's very little privacy. The sites with higher numbers by the lake are all on top of each other with little to no trees or shrubs between sites, and you can't really decipher where one site ends and the next begins. We would not stay on that loop if we visited again. Unless it was site 101 which seemed more private for that loop.

    Sites 1 through 5 on the first loop are pretty quiet and peaceful. We stayed at site 4 and we think that it was one of the best sites in the campground. We didn't have neighbors on either side of us. We only had neighbors across from us. The site was spacious , peaceful and pretty. There was a little trail from our site that went down to a marsh. That was absolutely beautiful.

    We will definitely stay here again.

  • gabe N.
    Aug. 16, 2025

    Lake Dennison Recreation Area Campground

    What a gem

    We camped here one night on a pit stop and it exceeded our expectations! We camped on the north shore; sites were big and offered immediate access to and view of the lake. However, there is limited privacy between sites so hope for good neighbors :) also cell service was fine with AT&T.

  • Eric LeBoeuf
    Aug. 6, 2025

    Pearl Hill State Park Campground

    Nice place

    Don't expect to go swimming in the so called pond its all weeds and muck dear flies are killer but a little smokey fire takes care of them showers and bathrooms were always super clean id go back

  • Eric LeBoeuf
    Aug. 6, 2025

    Wompatuck State Park Campground

    Meh its ok

    Bathrooms are out dated showers have tiles falling off very small showers also quiet hrs are enforced on Friday nights only it seems

  • Jim R.
    Aug. 6, 2025

    Indian Ranch Campground

    Live Music, Lake Views, and Laid-Back Vibes—One of Our Favorite Campgrounds

    We ended up at Indian Ranch Campground after leaving another local campground under less-than-ideal circumstances… and honestly, it turned out to be one of the best accidental discoveries we’ve ever made.

    From the moment we arrived, the energy here was completely different—welcoming, relaxed, and full of life. The campground is beautifully laid out with well-kept sites, plenty of trees, and easy access to Webster Lake(aka Lake Chargoggagoggmanchauggagoggchaubunagungamaugg—yes, really).

    🎶 The concerts? Incredible. Being able to walk from our campsite to watch national music acts perform live at the Indian Ranch Amphitheater is a game-changer. It’s like a music festival that doesn’t require you to sleep in a muddy field. Huge bonus for music lovers!

    🛺 Golf cart rentals make exploring the campground easy and fun, especially if you're hauling chairs, coolers, or just want to cruise around and enjoy the views.

    🏊‍♂️ The pool is clean and inviting—perfect for relaxing after a show or just enjoying a sunny afternoon.

    🌅 The lake itself is stunning, with spots to sit and watch the boats, fish, or just take in the view. The vibe is very“lake life meets concert culture,” and it works perfectly.

    🍔 There’s also an on-site restaurant inside the gates with great food, cold drinks, and a laid-back patio atmosphere that completes the experience.

    🤝 The people here? Fantastic. Campers were friendly, staff was helpful, and there was an overall sense of community that you just don’t get at every park. In Summary: Awesome mix of camping+ concerts Clean facilities, full hookups, and spacious sites Golf cart rentals= a must! Pool, lake, and great food on-site Walkable access to live shows= chef’s kiss🎶 We stumbled in… and didn’t want to leave If you're looking for more than just a campsite—if you want an experience—this is it. We'll be back. Probably more than once.

Guide to Whitinsville

Camping near Whitinsville, Massachusetts, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From family-friendly campgrounds to serene spots for RVers, there’s something for everyone in this beautiful region.

What to do:

  • Explore local attractions: Many campers enjoy visiting nearby sites like the historic town of Concord, just a short drive from Normandy Farms Campground. One visitor mentioned, "Concord is only a 30-minute drive away with two full days of revolutionary historic sites."
  • Hiking and biking: Trails abound in the area, especially around Wompatuck State Park Campground. A reviewer noted, "You can take a trail from the campsite, with good sights while hiking."
  • Water activities: Campers at George Washington State Campground can enjoy swimming at the nearby lake. One camper shared, "The lake access is excellent, obviously."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Lorraine Park Campground said, "The sanitary building is clean with good showers."
  • Spacious sites: Many campgrounds offer large, private sites. A reviewer at Greenfield State Park Campground mentioned, "It has changed a lot but I consider it the best. If you like large sites in a wooded setting, this is the place."
  • Family-friendly activities: Campgrounds like Mystic KOA provide plenty of activities for kids. One parent noted, "The entire place is completely geared to families."

What you should know:

  • Reservations are recommended: Especially during peak seasons, it's wise to book ahead. A camper at Boston/Cape Cod KOA advised, "I recommend having reservations if you want to stay at this campground."
  • Limited amenities at some sites: Not all campgrounds have extensive facilities. A visitor at Wompatuck State Park Campground mentioned, "There isn’t much to the RV sites but an electric plug."
  • Wildlife encounters: Be prepared for local wildlife, especially at campgrounds like Monadnock State Park Campground. One camper humorously noted, "The bugs… holy hell, the bugs."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Plan for activities: Look for campgrounds with organized events. A family at Normandy Farms Campground enjoyed the amenities, stating, "They all looked nice and well thought out."
  • Bring bug spray: Especially in wooded areas, bugs can be a nuisance. A camper at Greenfield State Park Campground warned, "Watch for ticks."
  • Choose sites wisely: Some sites offer more privacy than others. A visitor at Lorraine Park Campground noted, "The pitches are spacious and shaded."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site levels: Some campgrounds have uneven sites. A reviewer at Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground mentioned, "Our site is very uneven so leveling the RV wasn't real easy."
  • Bring leveling blocks: Many RVers recommend bringing extra leveling blocks. A camper at Normandy Farms Campground said, "We recommend this campground but just be prepared and bring plenty of leveling blocks!"
  • Explore the back sections: Some campgrounds have better sites in the back. A visitor at Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground advised, "My advice is to book the back section if you're a big Class A with a toad."

Camping near Whitinsville, Massachusetts, offers a mix of adventure and relaxation. Whether you're with family or exploring solo, there’s a spot waiting for you!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Whitinsville, MA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Whitinsville, MA offers a wide range of camping options, with 137 campgrounds and RV parks near Whitinsville, MA and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

Which is the most popular campground near Whitinsville, MA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Whitinsville, MA is George Washington State Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 25 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Whitinsville, MA?

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

What parks are near Whitinsville, MA?

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

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