Top Dog Friendly Camping near Northborough, MA

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Northborough, MA (88)

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    1. Spacious Skies Minute Man

    27 Reviews
    49 Photos
    87 Saves

    Spacious Skies Minute Man Campground is a peaceful campground located in a piney forest grove in historic Littleton, Massachusetts, set between two National Historic Parks and famed Walden Pond, and just a short drive or ride on public transit into Boston. We offer both wooded and open sites that can accommodate most rigs. Each site includes a picnic table, fire ring, water, 20/30 or 50-amp electrical service, and many offer sewer. Groups and tent campers are welcome. RV AND TRAVEL TRAILER CAMPING Our campgrounds offer a variety of full hook-up sites (water, electric and sewer) and water/electric only sites. We can accommodate 30-amp and 50-amp needs. Many of our campsites have cable and wi-fi services. CABINS Spacious Skies Minute Man has 6 one-room cabins and 1 two-room cabin: Your cabin rental includes: • Air Conditioning • Heat • Lights • Electrical Outlets • Charcoal Grill • Picnic Table • Fire Pit TENT CAMPING For your short term adventures, we will offer spots to pitch your tent that are either standard rustic or with basic hook ups. Come relax by our heated pool, hang in the rec hall, send the kids to the playground, or play fetch with Spot in one of our two dog runs. Our camp store carries many convenience items and treats, and nearby restaurants offer both takeout and delivery. We have a number of cozy rustic cabins for rent for those without their own RV or camper but who may not be ready to tent overnight!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $40 - $149 / night

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    2. Normandy Farms Campground

    38 Reviews
    123 Photos
    276 Saves

    Nestled deep in the woods between Boston & Cape Cod, Normandy Farms Campground is a luxury camping destination that has been a family tradition since 1971 and widely recognized as one of the premier resorts in the world. Relax and enjoy the unique seasons of New England in your RV, tent, or in one of our deluxe cabin or YURT rentals. We also have pop-up trailers and safari tents for those seeking an elevated camping experience. Normandy Farms Campground Special Amenities include: a bike park, creative arts center, disc golf, a dog park, a fitness center, laundry facilities, playgrounds, a store, volleyball, basketball, socutre, bocce, tennis

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    3. George Washington State Campground

    25 Reviews
    67 Photos
    143 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $14 - $35 / night

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    4. Pine Acres Family Camping Resort

    15 Reviews
    58 Photos
    172 Saves

    Discover lake-side camping on beautiful 70-acre Lake Dean. Choices range from secluded tenting to big-rig friendly full-hookup sites, complete with an unmatched view of the lake and a docking space. Our Rentals include Rustic Cabins (for that back-to-nature experience), to Premium Cabins (equipped with the comforts of home – including a full kitchen, bathroom, heat/air conditioning, electric fireplace, and flat screen TV with cable) and RV Rentals, you’re sure to find a rental that’s perfect for your family! Bring your own boat or rent one of ours (kayaks, canoes, rowboats, paddleboats and paddleboards) for a relaxing cruise around the lake. Enjoy swimming at our main beach. Or for fishing enthusiasts of all ages, cast away to catch a large-mouth bass, pickerel, perch, or sunfish. We bring families and the outdoors together. You don’t need to travel far to experience being away!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $65 - $105 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Harold Parker State Forest - Lorraine Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Harold Parker State Forest - Lorraine Campground
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    5. Harold Parker State Forest - Lorraine Campground

    31 Reviews
    380 Photos
    309 Saves

    The campground, also known as Lorraine Campground, has 91 campsites that are spread out sufficiently to provide a real "forest" camping experience. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table, fire ring and a pedestal grill. A water spigot is located on each campsite and a dumping station is available. We are pleased to inform you that we now have eleven campsites with 20/30/50 AMP hookups! The comfort stations have showers and flush toilets. Comfort station 3 and 4 are accessible.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $17 - $54 / night

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    6. Wells State Park

    16 Reviews
    41 Photos
    152 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    7. Wompatuck State Park

    37 Reviews
    178 Photos
    285 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $17 - $33 / night

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      8. Circle Campground Farm Campground

      6 Reviews
      62 Saves
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • RVs
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      9. Otter River State Forest

      14 Reviews
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      89 Saves

      NATURAL FEATURES Otter River State Forest was the first area acquired by the State Forest Commission in 1915 and also the first campground in the Massachusetts State Park system. Some of the forest area was cleared in the nineteenth century for small farms. After the state acquired the land, it was reforested with groves of pines which were planted by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930's. The forest of oak and hickory, northern hardwood and pines is home to numerous wild flowers and shrubs, deer, chipmunks and many species of birds. RECREATION Otter River State Forest is a popular camping and day-use facility in a beautiful area of north central Massachusetts. Its developed facilities are centered on Beaman Pond and include ball field, basketball court, volleyball court and picnic areas. Many recreation opportunities are available and include a fishing, hiking, hunting, mountain biking, and picnicking. Use the park's hiking trails or try mountain biking on the 9000 acres of the adjacent Birch Hill Wildlife Management Area. FACILITIES Otter River offers 73 campsites, three group sites, and four yurts. Comfort stations are located throughout the campground and offer hot showers and flush toilets. One comfort station is accessible, shown on the map. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table and a fire ring. Yurts are canvas sided, cabin-like structures that can accommodate 4 to 6 people. Yurts offer bunk beds, tables with benches, and access to water and electricity. All of the yurts are accessible. (Linens and eating utensils are not provided.) NOTE: Electrical service is not sufficiently reliable for use with medical equipment. Pets are prohibited from yurts and yurt sites.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
      • RVs

      $17 - $54 / night

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      10. Hanscom AFB FamCamp

      7 Reviews
      55 Photos
      46 Saves
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      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
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    Recent Dog-Friendly Reviews In Northborough

    487 Reviews of 88 Northborough Campgrounds


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      Camper-submitted photo from Boston / Cape Cod KOA (Middleboro)
      Oct. 7, 2024

      Boston / Cape Cod KOA (Middleboro)

      Smelly, filthy Cabin with no hot water...Customer Service Is BADDD

      I booked Deluxe Cabin 1 at the Boston KOA based on my past experiences in VA and NC. BOSTON was the WORST KOA I've stayed at. The cabin SMELLED of mildew and cigarettes(pic of ashes in the tub), and there was NO HOT WATER, which is against MA law. It was FILTHY, the pots needed to be replaced, and you have to request blankets. I informed the after hours staff about the water, blankets, and smell. The next morning, I went to the office at 9 am and talked to LORI. She was COMBATIVE and confrontational which is weird because she just started her day. As a person of color, I had to walk away because I was frightened. When I returned, BOB Brammer(He wanted to write his name down, so I got it right(his words)) lacked empathy and had a facial expression of annoyance. He was also CONFRONTATIONAL as I explained there was no hot water and the cabin smelled. I informed the national KOA feedback team(Kaitlyn& Tiana) and they said it's handled internally, whatever that means. If you read the reviews about bad customer service, believe it. You can see CUSTOMER SERVICE IS BADDDD! The KOA will probably respond to this review, but NOTHING WILL HAPPEN. I'll be reaching out to TOBY O'ROURKE and OSCAR TANG so they are aware the BOSTON KOA is tarnishing the KOA brand.

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      Camper-submitted photo from Sunset View Farms
      Sep. 21, 2024

      Sunset View Farms

      Lovely spot in the woods

      We booked last minute (2 hours before we arrived) and were met with the friendliest staff ready to help us at 7:30PM and get us checked in. Perfect spot if you don’t mind a 40 minute ride over to The Big E fair which is what brought us out to this part of MA. The restaurant was so nice, and to my surprise more than accommodating as I have celiac, they really went above and beyond. We will definitely be back next summer for a longer stay.

    • katherine B.
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      Sep. 17, 2024

      Forest Lake Campgrounds

      People who run it are rude and of their word

      Paid in full for a week in July, we stay here every year. Learned in May that I had cancer and would need surgery and weekly chemo until the end of September. Contacted Forest Lake Campground in May to cancel reservation, discussed options and was told we could carry our week over for later. Just received the all clear from my Dr today. Called to make reservations and was told they would not honor our already paid week. They said we would not get our money back either. Won’t stay here again as they are not people of their word.

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      Camper-submitted photo from Ponkapoag Camp
      Aug. 30, 2024

      Ponkapoag Camp

      Beautiful

      Had an amazing stay, cabin was perfect and comfortable. Water was nice and fish were biting. Can’t wait to come back.

    • Jonathan J.
      Camper-submitted photo from Wompatuck State Park
      Aug. 17, 2024

      Wompatuck State Park

      Everything you NEED

      This spot does have everything you need. It is very remote and a lot of distance between campsites. Lots of trees. The bathroom amenities work but not the cleanest. There isn’t much to the RV sites but an electric plug. Like I said what you need, but not want you might want.

    • Jean V.
      Camper-submitted photo from Wompatuck State Park
      Aug. 11, 2024

      Wompatuck State Park

      Good (not excellent)

      PROS

      - 45 min from Boston

      - You have everything you need there: firewood, bathrooms (with shower, soap and toilet paper), a camp pit...

      - You get a map in the entrance - very helpful for hiking.

      - You can take a trail from the campsite.

      - Good sights while hiking, with good spots to have lunch or pause for water.

      CONS

      - Only one really: You don't have the feeling of being really in the woods. There is NOT a decent amount of land between each campsite. So if you have neighbors all around, you'll feel like in a village!

    • L
      Camper-submitted photo from Peppertree Camping
      Jul. 23, 2024

      Peppertree Camping

      Amazing stay

      We had our very first camping experience with our new camper at this campground and it was everything we could have imagined and more. It’s a beautiful campground, the gentleman and his family who own it are sooooo nice and they helped us a lot when it came to learning how to properly use our camper. All the fellow campers that we met were extremely nice. It’s a quiet campground, located right on a river. My children spent hours in it playing and fishing. Looking forward to returning.

    • Megan F.
      Camper-submitted photo from Wompatuck State Park
      Jul. 17, 2024

      Wompatuck State Park

      Small Issues

      I would probably nitpick stay at this park again. The site we had paid for was not given to us. The shower in the bathroom did not provide hot/warm water until the end of my shower, and then the water would not turn off. Also, the lady camping beside us was tent camping, and she literally smoked weed the whole time she was there. We have children, and while she was there, you couldn’t do anything outside without smelling it. Overall, not the best campground.

    • Laura D.
      Camper-submitted photo from Brialee Family Campground
      Jul. 10, 2024

      Brialee Family Campground

      Best Camping Experience

      This was our families first time staying at Brialee Campground.  The cabin was absolutely beautiful and clean.  The staff were friendly and helpful. The activities were great and kept my grand children busy.  Swimming and the lake were fun.  I cannot say enough wonderful things.  We had such a great time I booked my reservations for Next July 2025 before I left.

      A special thank you to Sherri for the personal tour and showing us the ropes!  She is the best.

      The D'Avanzo Family

    • aThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Normandy Farms Campground
      Jul. 8, 2024

      Normandy Farms Campground

      Very Enjoyable 1 night stay

      We enjoyed our tent site with a wooden lean-to. Overall very private and peaceful, however the only drawback is that people took frequent casual walks pass the area all day long. There's really no way around that.

      We did not get a chance to enjoy the amenities, but they all looked nice and well thought out.

      We will return.

    • aThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Canoe River Campground
      Jul. 8, 2024

      Canoe River Campground

      Good But Not Ideal for us

      The campground was very busy with families events activities, etc. If you prefer a noisy fun experience and a more social experience with your very close neighbors, this is the pot for you. Our preferred style of camping requires more space and less noise. The pool bathrooms were gross, but the other facilities area near the tent sites was very nice and clean.

      The food was great and the staff is friendly. Overall we had a great time, but its unlikely we’ll return mostly due to the noise level.

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      Camper-submitted photo from Spacious Skies Seven Maples
      Jul. 7, 2024

      Spacious Skies Seven Maples

      Fiddleheads and Moose

      The seven maple trees that greeted guests may be gone, but not the spirit of the campground. Staff were helpful and cheerful along with the chain saw carved bears that greeted me. A very nice shady campground with clean bathhouses - one with a moose guarding the entry - and common areas.

    • M
      Camper-submitted photo from Charlie Brown Campground
      Jul. 1, 2024

      Charlie Brown Campground

      Riverside Delight!

      This was our first time visiting and my entire family enjoyed themselves so  much, that we've already reserved a site for a few weeks from now. Arts and crafts, tractor rides, and of course the tubing down the river. Lots of built in entertainment for the kids! The grounds were clean, the playground was nice, and the people were all friendly.  We did a late checkout for $5 extra, but the noon checkout and two dump stations would make leaving on time a non-issue as well. 

      Of note: We camped with friends, who were given a spot next to a large group of people (weekend prior to 4th of July is to be expected). The group were very polite and abided by quiet hours, but they were having fun and a bit loud for my buddy's 2 month of baby. They requested to move sites, and the management was super accommodating and apologetic. Helped him move his site and threw in some firewood for the troubles.

    • Jason L.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from West Thompson Lake Campground
      Jun. 27, 2024

      West Thompson Lake Campground

      Pleasantly surprised

      We had an excellent experience at this camp ground. The Staff and Rangers were polite and welcoming. We were able to see some boat races and played a round of disc golf on property. Once the boat races finished each day the camp was very quiet and peaceful. Had a great weekend

    • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Hanscom AFB FamCamp
      Jun. 19, 2024

      Hanscom AFB FamCamp

      Recreation camping close to Lexingtin and Concord

      The HanscomField Fam Camp is a wooded recreational camp for military families and retirees, as well as for RV camping for active duty military on temporary orders. The campground offers RV sites, some with hookups, as well as more walk-in secluded tent sites as well as one yurt tent. The campground is peaceful and quiet, although adjacent to a very busy AFB. Proximity to the base provides access to the base exchange and other facilities, but the quiet location is a recreational retreat centered around several indoor and outdoor gathering spaces such as basketball and outdoor sports, and an indoor game and recreation room complete with crafts supplies for the kiddos and tourism info for the lical area. In the immediate vicinity are the villages of Lexington and Concord as well as the Minute Man National Park and Walden Pond, so the campground makes a great basecamp for exploration of the area’s rich culture and history. You are also not too far from Cambridge, and can easily access Boston from there if you like.

      There are several clean modern bath houses, with hot showers and flush toilets. The office staff is very helpful and friendly!

      Dogs are welcome too.

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      Camper-submitted photo from Spacious Skies Minute Man
      Jun. 3, 2024

      Spacious Skies Minute Man

      A little bit of heaven

      Spacious Skies Minute Man is a forested haven so close to Boston that you think you are in the country. There are so many cool things to do just a short drive away. The nearby town of Ayer is right out of a Norman Rockwell painting.  Concord is only 30 minute drive away with two full days of revolutionary historic sites, and famous people home tours such as Louisa May Alcott. Lots of good coffee spots and restaurants in historic downtown Concord so spend a morning in this special city.

    • M
      Camper-submitted photo from Nickerson Park Family Campground
      May. 30, 2024

      Nickerson Park Family Campground

      Quiet and friendly all around.

      We visited for a our kids' spring break. Not many campgrounds open that early here in CT. The staff were super pleasant and helpful, and were all working hard the entire time we were there to prep that campground for their official "opening weekend". 

      The sites were all clean and seemed well spaced. The kids loved the playground, and they were putting a fresh coat of paint on things while we were there. The river that flows the length of the campground seemed clean and awesome. Staffers and other campers said kids tube down it when it's warmer, then just hop out and walk back through the camp to start over again. 

      Walmart & Aldi's is 10-15 minutes away. Pizza places/breakfast spots in the same area as well. Lots of state land to explore nearby.

    • Ryan A.
      Camper-submitted photo from George Washington State Campground
      May. 15, 2024

      George Washington State Campground

      An OK Campground but not Great

      Camped out here for two nights after reading about this place in the"Best Tent Camping: New England" book. It's better than the other campgrounds in Rhode Island that I looked at (Burlingame, Fort Getty) but isn't my favorite campground. If you're not a Rhode Island resident the fee for most sites is$36/night. Is it worth it? Eh, probably not unless you're really jonesing to camp for a weekend in the Ocean State. 

      It does have some great things going for it, namely the hiking trails and views of the lake. There are some tent-only sites which are numbered T1-T5. I stayed in T5 and it was the best of the bunch because it had the most privacy and space, including a grassy area. The other tent-only sites were fairly small and if you go to any mixed use sites you run the risk of having an RV next to you. The A1-A7 sites are remote and hike in, but you're going to have to hike either 0.4 or 0.6 miles through some uneven terrain. The next best group of sites would be 19-24 which are on their own small loop near the lake. 

      The things I didn't like were the streetlights over the port-a-potties that shine all night. There is a manned gate where you check in and you have to get let into the campground during the day, but at night the gates are wide open and it seems like some people know this because there are a few oddballs around in the early morning. There is swimming at the lake but it looked way too dirty. 

      Overall the place was managed very well, the sites were cleanish and the grounds were taken care of. The employees drove by at least once an hour, I thought they were collecting trash from dumpsters but the only place with a dumpster is near the entrance. I couldn't figure out why they kept driving by so often. I had a good time, it was relaxing and scratched the camping itch.

    • Richard R.
      Camper-submitted photo from Greenfield State Park
      Jan. 13, 2024

      Greenfield State Park

      Great

      Been camping here close to 40 yrs. It has changed a lot but I consider it the best. If you like large sites in a wooded setting with many private ones this is the place. Dump station clean lake clean sites etc can’t say enough no bingo or pot like dinners or other gimmicks that attract your $$$$. Can’t wait to see major improvements  under way.

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      Camper-submitted photo from Hanscom AFB FamCamp
      Nov. 9, 2023

      Hanscom AFB FamCamp

      Working on improvements

      Military only campground. Working on improving the grounds and services available. Limited sites available off season. Summer season early May through end October.

    • Ann M.
      Camper-submitted photo from Boston / Cape Cod KOA (Middleboro)
      Oct. 17, 2023

      Boston / Cape Cod KOA (Middleboro)

      Spacious site 309

      Very clean variety accommodations thru out campground . Site 309 Pull thru with fire-pit , cement pad gas grill , chairs and table ,level site with grass for dog not all sandy Lots shade trees

    • Stephanie M.
      Camper-submitted photo from Normandy Farms Campground
      Oct. 2, 2023

      Normandy Farms Campground

      Only one negative!!!

      Absolutely beautiful. When we drove in we fell in love with the grounds!! We were in site B9. We have a 25” B+ and basically had to park sideways and use a lot of leveling blocks to get our rig level. As we walked around we spoke to others who had similar problems with the sites not being level. We recommend this campground but just be prepared and bring plenty of leveling blocks! The office did provide us with additional blocks to level so they were very accommodating.

    • M
      Camper-submitted photo from Wells State Park
      Sep. 4, 2023

      Wells State Park

      Rustic but not for RVs

      Chose this spot to give us a rest on a trip to Canada (and again to go back to Maine to complete the vacation after we had truck trouble). Chose a pull-through to save time and effort. The first time we chose site 1 (pull through). This past weekend we chose site 38 (pull through).

      A few weeks ago when we visited, site 1 was close to the entry gate, but was very confusing as a pull through. I just backed the trailer in. The next morning we saw that the "pull through" had not been maintained in several seasons. Tree limbs and brush intruded on the driveway. There was no way to get a truck and trailer through that without damage.

      Yesterday we tried site 38. We had to take the camp road around the entire park, then enter the "loop" section. Even the "main" roads required my wife to watch as I cleared tree trunks; it was difficult to snake our little trailer around the bends. The driveway to site 38 was a mess. Tree limbs and brush invaded the drive, and there was nowhere level on the whole site. I used a record 9 blocks to get 4 levels high on the downhill wheel. When leaving we had to go out through the adjoining site, because there was no way we'd be able to make the turn out of the site onto the 10' wide tote road because of the trees.

      A surcharge which makes it $50/night for non-MA residents, plus, no dump station on site and $7 for four pieces of firewood (go to the Walmart 2 miles away instead) will have us skip this place in the future, even if it's in a convenient place.

      For those looking to vacation here. There was minimal cell phone coverage with Verizon. I could check messages but wouldn't try to stream. The highway is very loud (I-90 is across the lake). There are a lot of boggy areas and swamps which, although pretty, grew a lot of mosquitoes that kept my wife indoors. A lot of sites were fairly large and private. The beach area is close to the lower sites. Bathrooms and showers were tight and needed updating, but cleaned.



    Guide to Northborough

    Camping near Northborough, Massachusetts, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor lovers. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly adventure, there are several campgrounds to explore.

    What to do:

    • Hiking and Trails: Many campgrounds have access to beautiful hiking trails. For example, at Pawtuckaway State Park Campground, visitors enjoy trails leading to scenic views and unique points of interest. One reviewer mentioned, "There are many opportunities for hiking, with trails leading to many special points of interest."

    • Water Activities: If you love being near the water, check out Wompatuck State Park Campground. The park offers great spots for kayaking and fishing. A camper noted, "You can take a trail from the campsite," making it easy to enjoy the lake.

    • Family Fun: Campgrounds like Normandy Farms Campground are perfect for families. One review highlighted, "It has so many things for the kids to do," including playgrounds and organized activities.

    What campers like:

    • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. At Lorraine Park Campground, one visitor said, "The sanitary building is clean with good showers," making for a comfortable stay.
    • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A reviewer at Bear Brook State Park Campground mentioned, "The campground has a beach, a playground, and a store," highlighting the spaciousness and amenities available.
    • Friendly Atmosphere: Campers often mention the welcoming vibe. At George Washington State Campground, one camper noted, "The staff was friendly and helpful," which adds to the overall experience.

    What you should know:

    • Pet Policies: If you're bringing a furry friend, check the pet policies. At Pawtuckaway State Park Campground, pets are allowed on hiking trails but not in the campground or beach area during the summer season.
    • Crowded Sites: Some campgrounds can get busy, especially during peak season. A visitor at Bear Brook State Park Campground mentioned, "The sites were 4' apart in the section I was staying in," so be prepared for close quarters.
    • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have extensive amenities. A camper at Wompatuck State Park Campground pointed out, "There isn’t much to the RV sites but an electric plug," so plan accordingly.

    Tips for camping with families:

    • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds that offer organized activities. At Normandy Farms Campground, families can enjoy crafts and games, making it a hit for kids.
    • Safety First: Always keep an eye on children near water. One parent at George Washington State Campground mentioned, "The lake access is excellent," but safety is key.
    • Pack Snacks: Having snacks on hand can keep kids happy during hikes or downtime. A reviewer at Minute Man Campground noted, "The staff was nice," which can help if you need assistance with anything.

    Tips from RVers:

    • Level Sites: Make sure to choose a level site for your RV. A camper at Boston/Cape Cod KOA mentioned, "Site 309 was level with grass for the dog," which is ideal for RV setups.
    • Bring Leveling Blocks: Some sites may not be perfectly level. A visitor at Normandy Farms Campground advised, "Bring plenty of leveling blocks!" to ensure a comfortable stay.
    • Check Hookups: Before booking, confirm the availability of electric and water hookups. A reviewer at Mystic KOA noted, "50 AMP, sewer & water hookup," which is essential for RV camping.

    Camping near Northborough, Massachusetts, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. With a bit of planning, you can enjoy the great outdoors and make lasting memories.

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