Best Campgrounds near North Truro, MA

North Truro, Massachusetts features several established campgrounds along Cape Cod's scenic coastline. Popular options include North of Highland Camping Area and Adventure Bound Cape Cod, both offering tent and RV accommodations within walking distance of beaches. The area combines wooded pine settings with convenient ocean access, making it popular for summer beach camping. Most campgrounds in North Truro provide basic amenities such as drinking water, showers, and toilets, with varying levels of hookup availability for RVs.

Camping in North Truro operates seasonally, with most facilities open from mid-April through October or early November. Advance reservations are strongly recommended, especially during peak summer months when beaches attract visitors from across New England. Many campgrounds have strict quiet hours and occupancy limits due to the relatively close spacing of sites. While summer temperatures are typically moderate, coastal winds can be strong and mosquitoes are common in wooded areas. As one camper noted, "We'll plan ahead with more bug deterrents because the mosquitos were BAD even with bug spray."

The proximity to Cape Cod National Seashore beaches represents the primary draw for campers in this region. Most North Truro campgrounds feature short walking paths to ocean beaches, with Head of the Meadow Beach being particularly accessible. Several visitors highlight the convenience of staying near both natural attractions and cultural amenities. According to feedback on The Dyrt, "Short walk to a beautiful ocean beach in the National seashore. A short ride to a bike trail. A short drive to the restaurants, sights and entertainment of Provincetown." Fire restrictions vary between properties, with some campgrounds prohibiting fires entirely while others provide fire rings or pits for rent. Family-friendly atmospheres predominate throughout the area, with most campgrounds maintaining clean facilities and offering camp stores for basic supplies.

Best Camping Sites Near North Truro, Massachusetts (48)

    1. Coastal Acres Campground

    15 Reviews
    Provincetown, MA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 487-1700

    "This camp ground was in a perfect location. Walkable to town filled with lively music, restaurants and shops. Best trail around Great Island trail close by."

    "But none of this is really matters given the location. Less than 10 minute walk to downtown Provincetown, and an extremely safe, enjoyable walk."

    2. Nickerson State Park Campground

    42 Reviews
    Orleans, MA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 896-3491

    $22 - $55 / night

    "It is at the edge of the Cape Cod Rail Trail bike Path from where you can access both bay side and ocean beaches by bike. it is also walking distance to a bayside beach."

    "We even got the Massachusetts resident discount with his home address. When we arrived, it was a very easy check in. They gave us directions to our site and even to the store to buy fire wood."

    3. Adventure Bound Camping Resorts Cape Cod: North Truro

    13 Reviews
    North Truro, MA
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (508) 487-1847

    $55 - $219 / night

    "Loved the proximity to the beach. Convenient drive to Provincetown. Great spot. Unfortunately didn’t have full hookup as we had requested."

    "Beautiful site, close proximity to the beach. Easy to book."

    4. North of Highland Camping Area

    10 Reviews
    North Truro, MA
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (508) 487-1191

    $40 - $86 / night

    "We arrived around 10 am on a Saturday morning, and even though it was the weekend before July 4th, there were still several sites available for walk-ins (they have more than 250 sites)."

    "There is a short walk from the campground to the entrance of Head of the Meadow beach and it is really conveniently located to get to Provincetown."

    5. Dunes' Edge Campground - Provincetown Camping

    12 Reviews
    Provincetown, MA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 487-9815

    $55 - $75 / night

    "There are no bike trails that connect to the campground, but we rode our bikes the three miles to Race Point beach and that was wonderful!"

    "Staff is friendly-facilities are clean…but the best part of it is its location in wooded dunes near the quaint, historic and inclusive town of Provincetown, Ma."

    6. Adventure Bound Cape Cod: Horton's Campground

    3 Reviews
    North Truro, MA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 487-1847

    $55 - $220 / night

    "Excellent campsite, nice walk to the beach. Short drive to the dunes! Had an amazing weekend with friends and our dogs"

    "Nice location close to beaches and Ptown."

    7. Shady Knoll Campground

    16 Reviews
    Brewster, MA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 896-3002

    $50 - $88 / night

    "There’s a great walking trail connected to the campground. They have good access to the bay beaches and the Cape Cod Rail Trail- although you do have to drive ona busy road to get there."

    "Well situated within Brewster, with a great small grocery store a two minute walk from the campground entrance."

    8. Sweetwater Forest

    16 Reviews
    Brewster, MA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 896-3773

    "Walking my dog late at night or early in the morning was absolutely silent. The camp store was well stocked and offered hot coffee and a variety of grocery items."

    "Nothing but positive things to say, if you haven’t tried it, defintely do. C loop sites our favorite, but really not a terrible site in the place, depending on what you camp in."

    9. Wellfleet Hollow State Campground

    4 Reviews
    South Wellfleet, MA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 349-3007

    $22 - $55 / night

    "We've been camping at Wellfleet Hollow (formerly Paine's Campground) for close to thirty years. "

    "Right on the rail trail. Wellfleet beaches and glacial kettle ponds don’t require a parking sticker Labor Day- 2nd weekend in June."

    10. Atlantic Oaks Campground

    7 Reviews
    North Eastham, MA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 255-1437

    $50 - $104 / night

    "There are a few really nice tent sites next to the playground, close to the store, showers, and restrooms. Facilities were uncrowded and very clean."

    "Access to the Cape Cod bike trail @ the campground. Clean facilities. We like more secluded sites but for a last minute reservation the local spots are too good to miss."

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Recent Reviews near North Truro, MA

404 Reviews of 48 North Truro Campgrounds


  • 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.

  • Colin R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 25, 2025

    Dunes' Edge Campground - Provincetown Camping

    Very nice and quiet camp ground.

    A very nice and quiet camp ground. No generators, and air conditioners allowed, just the noise of nature. Also, no dish washing at camp sites. You must use one of the two wash stations.

    Very friendly staff and clean facilities, and they believe in recycling. Just watch the pot hole on the way in.

  • 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

  • Mindie C.
    Sep. 21, 2025

    Coastal Acres Campground

    Tight but friendly

    Sites are a tight squeeze but the charm is unmistakable. The staff(Deb and Lucy) are fabulous! The welcome is unmatched. You are within walking distance of all downtown activities. There are bike and jeep trails. No fire rings and not much privacy. Would come again!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 18, 2025

    Massasoit State Park Campground

    Campsite was great, staff was rough

    I loved our campsite. But the staff was pretty rude. I was there for a family reunion. I told the staff my mom and dad would be dropping me off the next day, so they added their name to the site as it is a mile walk in. They didn’t give us another car tag, just said if there names were in the site we were good. Next night, we get dropped off in the rain, with a 50 lb bag of dog food and they wouldn’t let me parents take me to my site. Eventually we convinced them of we left my dad and sister at the front gate with them in the pouring rain, my mom could drive us in. They never even checked our reservation to see if the names were in there. Bring a car if you are camping here in a motorhome

  • 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

  • G
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Coastal Acres Campground

    Favorite campsite of all time

    Absolutely adore this campground. Much of what others have said in the reviews is true – the sites are small and there’s not a ton of privacy in many spots (although you certainly can find more private spots if you know which to book). But none of this is really matters given the location. Less than 10 minute walk to downtown Provincetown, and an extremely safe, enjoyable walk. You cannot beat the access to one of the best towns in the world. The campground also felt very safe and incredibly quiet.


Guide to North Truro

North Truro camping areas sit within the Cape Cod National Seashore, characterized by pine forests growing on sandy soil and coastal landscapes shaped by glacial deposits. The camping season typically runs from mid-April through October, with summer temperatures averaging 75-80°F during the day. Most campgrounds in this area have sandy soil conditions which can impact tent stakes and ground cover options for camping setups.

What to do

Beach fire experiences: Obtain a permit for beach fires at Head of the Meadow Beach near North of Highland Camping Area. As one camper mentioned, "You can obtain a permit for a beach fire. That's all I can think of - this campground was great!" The permit process is handled through the National Park Service and requires advance planning.

Bicycle trail access: Connect directly to the Cape Cod Rail Trail from Atlantic Oaks Campground. "Access to the Cape Cod Rail Trail right from the campground— bring your bikes," notes a visitor. The trail runs 22 miles from Dennis to Wellfleet with paved surfaces suitable for all skill levels.

Freshwater swimming options: Visit the kettle ponds in Nickerson State Park, about 25 minutes south of North Truro. A camper described, "The clean, freshwater swimming at the kettle ponds (which are usually uncrowded and within less than a minute's walk from our campsite) is incredible." These ponds offer an alternative to saltwater beaches when conditions are rough or during jellyfish season.

What campers like

Privacy levels: Sweetwater Forest in nearby Brewster offers secluded sites. "We were on site B17 and it was perfect. Complete 360 privacy, well wooded, and just what was needed. Listen to the sounds of frogs at night was kinda awesome," shared one camper. The campground's wooded setting creates natural barriers between sites.

Pet-friendly accommodations: Some North Truro campgrounds cater to pet owners. A camper at Horton's Camping Resort stated, "Great tent sites well wooded and spaced far apart. Book in advance in August. Pets welcome a big bonus." Pet policies vary significantly between campgrounds, with some charging additional fees.

Proximity to Provincetown: Many campers value the easy access to Provincetown's amenities. "This place was basically in town!! It was so great to walk into town every day. It was well maintained," noted a visitor at Coastal Acres Campground. The distance between most North Truro campgrounds and Provincetown is typically 3-5 miles.

What you should know

Mosquito preparedness: Cape Cod's wooded camping areas can have significant mosquito populations. "If we visit in summer again, we'll plan ahead with more bug deterrents because the mosquitos were BAD even with bug spray," shared a visitor to North Truro.

Site spacing considerations: Many campgrounds have tightly spaced sites, especially during peak season. "Sites are a tight squeeze but the charm is unmistakable," observed a camper at Coastal Acres Campground. Off-season camping offers more spacious conditions with fewer neighbors.

Shower facilities: Most Wellfleet Hollow State Campground sites require quarters for showers. "Nice outdoor showers w hot water and clean restrooms with wash sink for dishes," reported a camper. Typical shower costs range from 25¢ for 3-7 minutes depending on the facility.

Tips for camping with families

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Many campgrounds offer chances to observe local wildlife. "Quiet setting with wild turkeys moved through camp during my visit," noted a visitor at Wellfleet Hollow. Morning and evening are best times for wildlife spotting, particularly along campground perimeters.

Playground availability: Shady Knoll Campground in Brewster provides recreational facilities. "Sites are private. There's a great walking trail connected to the campground. They have good access to the bay beaches and the Cape Cod Rail Trail," shared one visitor. Most family-oriented campgrounds have designated play areas away from RV sections.

Noise considerations: Many campgrounds enforce strict quiet hours. A camper at North of Highland Camping Area stated, "The owners are VERY strict on their quiet hours policy (1030pm – 730am), and they are very restrictive on some noises during the day as well." This policy benefits families with younger children who need consistent sleep schedules.

Tips from RVers

Site surfaces: Most campgrounds in the North Truro area have sandy soil. "Just one thing that bothered me— the sites were all sandy dirt which made everything dirty and dusty (gravel would be an improvement)," noted an RVer at Atlantic Oaks Campground. Consider bringing outdoor mats to reduce sand tracking into your RV.

Size restrictions: Several campgrounds limit RV length due to narrow roads. "The roads throughout campground are in kind of rough shape and could use more signage (a lot are one-way and sometimes hard to distinguish from campsite parking spots)," observed a visitor. Always confirm size restrictions before booking, especially for rigs over 30 feet.

Campground navigation: Many campgrounds in the area have one-way roads that can be confusing. "This campground is the perfect little summer getaway. The sites are secluded and spaced decently apart," noted a camper at Sweetwater Forest. Arrive during daylight hours for easier navigation, especially for first-time visitors to the area.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near North Truro, MA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near North Truro, MA is Coastal Acres Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 15 reviews.