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Best Campgrounds near Northampton, MA

675 Reviews

Campgrounds near Northampton, Massachusetts range from developed facilities to more rustic options within the scenic Berkshire Mountains and Connecticut River Valley. The Northampton/Springfield KOA in Westhampton provides tent sites, RV hookups, cabins, and glamping accommodations with amenities including showers, laundry facilities, and a market. Approximately 15 miles northeast, the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) State Forest Campground offers a more natural setting with tent and RV sites accessible by both vehicle and boat.

Most campgrounds in the region operate seasonally, typically from May through October, with limited year-round options. The Northampton/Springfield KOA operates from mid-April through October, while DAR State Forest is available from late May to early October. Reservations are strongly recommended, particularly for weekend stays during summer months when campgrounds reach capacity. Many campgrounds provide electric hookups, water access, and sanitary facilities, though amenities vary significantly between locations. Cell service can be inconsistent throughout the area, especially in more remote forest campgrounds. A visitor noted, "Cell coverage is pretty close to absent or poor in most of the area, so download any maps you might want before you arrive."

Waterfront camping receives consistently positive reviews from visitors to the region. Several campgrounds feature access to ponds, lakes, or rivers, with opportunities for swimming, fishing, and paddling. The White Birch Campground and Prospect Mountain Campground both offer cabin options for those seeking more comfort while maintaining a connection to nature. Hiking trails connect many campgrounds to the surrounding landscape, with some providing direct access to longer trail systems. Campers frequently mention the peaceful atmosphere and natural beauty as highlights of their experience. "This campground is clean and well kept. Lots of families here. Swimming in a pond or a short drive to a bigger lake. It's kind of a hidden gem in north central Massachusetts," wrote one visitor about a nearby state forest campground.

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Best Camping Sites Near Northampton, Massachusetts (171)

    1. Northampton / Springfield KOA

    12 Reviews
    Southampton, MA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 527-9862

    "We stayed in the cabins and they were clean, and we liked our proximity to the pool."

    "I’m more of a quite, in-the-middle-of-nowhere kind of camper, so I tend to shy away from commercial campgrounds, but it was easier for me to commute from the KOA than from home when work was crazy because"

    2. Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) State Forest Campground

    10 Reviews
    Goshen, MA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 268-7098

    $17 - $35 / night

    "There is a campers only beach on upper highland lake that was easy walking distance from the campsite and fishing opportunities there as well."

    "Public beach area is small but you can find your own quiet spot away from the crowd. sites book up quick so reserve early!"

    3. Westover ARB Military FamCamp

    4 Reviews
    Chicopee, MA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 557-2192

    "Base is sleepy and nearly all of it closes around 3pm unless it’s a Friday. It’s not the best, but it’s not the worst. I’d stay there again if it worked out logistically for us."

    "Located on Westover RAFB. for active duty, retired and DAV. Sites are water/electric but some are 30 amp, others are 50 amp. Dump station available."

    4. White Birch Campground

    1 Review
    Whately, MA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 665-4941

    5. Prospect Mountain Campground and RV Park

    8 Reviews
    Granville, MA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 357-6494

    "The kids had a blast fishing and riding their bikes around. We are going to make this a yearly thing from now on!!"

    "This is over the boarder in mass from ct We did a three month seasonal Site Staff is super nice and helpful We had a nice quite spot even though we where in the road to the lake"

    6. Mt. Greylock Campsite Park

    30 Reviews
    Lanesborough, MA
    33 miles
    +1 (413) 447-9419

    $40 - $70 / night

    "Great access to Mt Greylock and LOTS of hiking close by. Staff was so accommodating-always willing to spend time giving recommendations."

    "Great family atmosphere w very positive neighbors and owners... Fantastic. 5 stars"

    7. Country Aire Campgrounds

    6 Reviews
    Shelburne Falls, MA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 625-2996

    "We only live about 20 minutes away from this campground, we had a nice shady spot. The owners of this campground very friendly courteous and Knowledgeable of the local area."

    "We are very close to Berkshire East, in a small town of Shelburne Falls. This place is very quiet even with all the kids."

    8. Chester Railway Station

    1 Review
    Chester, MA
    17 miles
    Website

    $50 - $100 / night

    "The caboose is stationed on a big grassy field, near a real railroad. It sleeps 4 and you can set up tents outside too.  You hear the trains running at night. Very clean and comfortable."

    9. Walker Island Family Camping

    2 Reviews
    Chester, MA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 354-2295

    "Small park on a property surrounded by creeks and trees. Very clean."

    10. Peppermint Park Camping Resort

    3 Reviews
    Plainfield, MA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 634-5385

    $42 / night

    "We had season sites all around us with only a few of them occupied so it was pretty quiet in our section. Sites are a bit closer together than we prefer, but do have trees and brush in between."

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  • Lorraine H.
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Aqua Vista Valley Campgrounds

    2 month stay started July

    It's ok great water views stuff for kids to do every weekend it's the seasonal campers that make it not fun at times u have some very friendly then others that are noisy judging ,parting witch parting really ain't problem until ur not watching ur kids or being loud at times I give it a 7 out of 10

  • Kenneth P.
    Aug. 28, 2025

    Fort Dummer State Park Campground

    Not So Bad

    We spent one night at site #20 and enjoyed our stay.  It was rather peaceful other than the hum of I-91. The staff was friendly and helpful. The sites were generally wooded, pretty level, and fairly spread apart from one another.  I saw no signs of the problems identified in the June 2025 review.  Yes, I must agree that the restrooms are old, but they were clean.  The other problems might happen anywhere and were obviously brought under control.  Clearly, the writer of the June 2025 post knew way more than any weekend camper would be aware of and this shows that is more to their story that should have been revealed in their post.

  • M
    Aug. 26, 2025

    Aqua Vista Valley Campgrounds

    kids always have a blast!

    We went for the Halloween event, and the kids had a great day and evening! They really enjoyed trick or treating!!!

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • licia S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Somerset Airfield

    No Wifi, Resevoir Beautiful

    Enjoyed the stunning babbling brook and resevoir- saw happy people swimming, kayaking, and camping. It's been quiet and peaceful and sometimes generators running all night. I arrived after the 4th of July and a neighbor said it was rowdy during the holiday with illegal fireworks set off every night over the dry forest. These pics are from a weekday morning. It's great to see families camping. There are pit toilets. AT.T service at bridge prior to camp- short walk. SOS only in camp. Another camper told me Starlink works here.

  • 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.

Guide to Northampton

Camping near Northampton, MA, offers a variety of beautiful spots for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Many campgrounds are close to scenic trails. For instance, at October Mountain State Forest, one camper mentioned, "The trails were completely perfectly maintained with some 2x6 boards over the muddy bits so our boots didn't get wet."
  • Fishing: If you enjoy fishing, October Mountain State Forest is near the Housatonic River, which is great for catch-and-release fishing. A visitor noted, "I tent camped here while exploring the fishing in Western Massachusetts."
  • Exploring Historic Sites: Nearby towns like Concord and Ayer offer rich history and charming shops. One camper at Spacious Skies Minute Man said, "Concord is only a 30-minute drive away with two full days of revolutionary historic sites."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained bathrooms and showers. A reviewer at Woodford State Park Campground said, "The bathrooms are BEAUTIFUL! The nicest I've seen yet."
  • Friendly Staff: Many campgrounds have welcoming hosts. A visitor at Mt. Greylock Campsite Park shared, "Pat and Gordon are incredibly welcoming hosts."
  • Spacious Sites: Campers enjoy having room to spread out. One camper at George Washington State Campground mentioned, "Sites were well spaced and provided some privacy depending on your site choice."

What you should know:

  • No Same-Day Reservations: Some campgrounds, like October Mountain State Forest, do not allow same-day reservations or walk-ups. A frustrated camper noted, "First off no same day reservations or walk ups allowed."
  • Limited Cell Service: Be prepared for spotty cell service in many areas. A camper at Monadnock State Park Campground said, "I wish this were clearer on their website as we needed service to do some work."
  • Wildlife: Some campers have had encounters with local wildlife. A visitor at George Washington State Campground mentioned, "Everyone complains about the local small wildlife getting into your food."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and recreational areas. At Camping On The Battenkill, one camper said, "A big playground for kids. Even free WiFi if that is desired."
  • Plan for Privacy: Choose sites that offer some distance from neighbors. A family at Woodford State Park Campground enjoyed their secluded site, stating, "It was pretty well surrounded with trees so it feels very private."
  • Pack Snacks: Having snacks on hand can keep the kids happy. A camper at Minute Man Campground mentioned, "There are lots of good coffee spots and restaurants in historic downtown Concord."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Minute Man Campground noted, "The sites were ample size and space for our rig and needs."
  • Dump Station Availability: Look for campgrounds with dump stations. A camper at Woodford State Park Campground appreciated, "The dump station was clean."
  • Electric Hookups: If you need power, check for campgrounds with electric hookups. A visitor at George Washington State Campground mentioned, "Full water and electrical hookup."

Camping near Northampton, MA, has something for everyone, whether you're in a tent or an RV. Enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the best campgrounds near Northampton, MA?

Within a reasonable drive from Northampton, Northampton / Springfield KOA is the closest option, located in nearby Westhampton with drive-in access and full amenities. For a more natural experience, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) State Forest Campground near Williamsburg offers beautiful wooded sites with swimming opportunities. October Mountain State Forest and Wells State Park are excellent options a bit farther out, with peaceful forest settings and hiking trails. If you're willing to travel about an hour, Tully Lake in Royalston provides prime waterfront sites with paddling opportunities. Most campgrounds in the region require reservations, especially during peak summer months.

What amenities do campsites near Northampton offer?

Campgrounds near Northampton offer a range of amenities based on their type and location. October Mountain State Forest Campground provides tiered camping with RV sites on the lower level, tent sites in the middle, and yurts on the upper level. Each tier has its own bath house with toilet stalls and showers. Wells State Park Campground features newly renovated bathroom and shower facilities, plus access to hiking, biking, swimming, and fishing at Walker Pond. Many state park campgrounds in the region provide fire rings, picnic tables, drinking water, and trash disposal. Private campgrounds typically offer additional amenities like electrical hookups, camp stores, laundry facilities, and organized activities, especially those catering to families.

What RV rental options are available in Northampton, Massachusetts?

While Northampton itself has limited RV rental facilities, several options exist in the surrounding area. Peer-to-peer rental platforms like RVshare and Outdoorsy connect RV owners with renters throughout western Massachusetts. For dedicated RV rentals, check with White Birch Campground near Whately, which may offer on-site rentals or recommendations. Prospect Mountain Campground and RV Park in Granville is another resource for RV information. National rental chains have locations in Springfield and the greater Pioneer Valley area. Most rentals require advance booking, especially during summer months. When renting, inquire about one-way options, mileage limitations, generator usage fees, and required insurance coverage.

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