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Camping options near Northfield, Massachusetts range from developed campgrounds to secluded forest sites. The area contains several established campgrounds, including Erving State Forest Campground and Travelers Woods of New England, which accommodate tent camping, RV sites, and in some cases cabins or glamping options. Most campgrounds are located within a 30-minute drive of Northfield, positioned along rivers, lakes, or within state forest lands. Several campgrounds near the Connecticut River Valley offer mixed-use sites suitable for both tent and RV camping, with varying levels of amenities and hookup options.
The camping season in this region typically runs from May through October, with many campgrounds closing during winter months. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for summer weekends and holiday periods. Many campgrounds in the area require advance booking through reservation systems. Weather can be variable, with warm summer days and cool nights, while spring camping may encounter mud and rain. Cell phone coverage varies significantly across the region, with several areas having limited or no service. A camper at Erving State Forest noted, "There is also zero cell service which is fine... but wished we knew ahead of time."
Developed campgrounds in the Northfield area provide varying levels of amenities, with some offering full hookups while others maintain a more rustic experience. Waterfront camping remains popular, with locations like Tully Lake Recreation Area and Lake Dennison receiving positive reviews for their scenic settings. Many campgrounds maintain clean facilities and spacious sites, though privacy levels vary. Family-friendly activities are common at the more developed locations, including playgrounds, swimming areas, and recreational trails. Campgrounds closer to highways may experience some road noise. A review of Fort Dummer State Park Campground mentioned, "Beautifully wooded campground... there was plenty of privacy. Conveniently close to downtown Brattleboro. Only downfall is since it's so close to the highway, you can hear traffic all night."
"We had easy access to trails that went along the river behind some of the sites with a few paths down to the river. Everyone we encountered was friendly and respectful."
"Large, open campground surrounded by the Ashuelot River. Friendly owners who go around delivering wood and ice to guests given the pandemic right now."
from $47 - $70 / night
Check Availability"There are 3 nice and short trails, 2 with a great view and the other that is quite steep down to a swimming hole."
"We had site 30, which looked to be one of the best sites available (and the lean-tos next to site 30 also looked great). Most sites on this side of the loop were private, forested, and spacious."
"Tully Lake Campground is located in Royalston, MA, which is a northern part of Central Massachusetts, near the New Hampshire border."
"Volleyball and horseshoes are near the entrance. You may purchase firewood. The bathrooms offer flush toilets and a single shower on each site, plus a dishwashing sink outside."
from $40 / night
"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."
"As a caveat, waterfront in this instance was more of a water view as the lake was on the other side of the campground road and a large open area with trees."
from $17 - $35 / night
Check Availability"Campsites are well shaded but if you have an RV take the time to rent an RV site otherwise backing in will put you in and awkward position as the mixed use “standard” sites are oriented towards tent camping"
"The campsite is big and away from another site. You can easilly access to hiking trails. The staff there are friendly and helpful. It's definitely a plus."
from $29 - $45 / night
Check Availability"Used by a lot of offroad bikes on weekends. Great swimming pool! Spent a week plus there and had no problems with the dirt bikes and loved the pool."
"Plenty of trails close to everything you need. Full hookup site was awesome"
from $65 / night
Check Availability"Swimming in a pond or a short drive to a bigger lake (camping pass covers both). One of my favorites. It's kind of a hidden gem in north central Massachusetts."
"I loved it here, it was a great little campground for massachusetts"
from $17 - $55 / night
Check Availability"Situated by a beautiful lake and access to several hiking trails. "
"Friends told me about this little gem in north central Massachusetts, not far from Rt 2. The big draw here is the pond, with the public beach on one side and lined with private cabins on the other. "
from $17 / night
Check Availability"Beautiful surrounding area! Cons- swimming isn't allowed in the river! It's crystal clear and deep in spots right next to camp sites. Crushing blow that we couldn't play in it. Sites pretty tight."
"This is a campground close to where we live. It’s right off interstate 91. The owners are very friendly and courteous. Had a small store a small tv room, clean bathrooms and showers ."
"They have an ice cream shop attached to their office/store, mini golf just outside of it too. There is an amphitheater for concerts and shows throughout the summer."
"Even though it is off season, there are several units throughout but dispersed so no one was right next to us. The site was somewhat level with a gravel base. FHU at each site made hook up easy."
from $30 - $50 / night
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ScoutOnly about 7-8 spots to camp but super spread out down a gravel road. I pulled in at 8 ish and grabbed the last or one of the last spots. Super quiet and out of the way
ScoutGreat place to camp. Reasonably priced. Clean hot showers and dish washing station. Clean-Quiet-Well Patroled and Maintained. Nature based activities for kids.
LegendPros- easy on off of the interstate. Very nice people! Nicely kept grounds. Cool camp store. Nice playground and green space. Scenic small river runs along the back of the property. Beautiful surrounding area!
Cons- swimming isn't allowed in the river! It's crystal clear and deep in spots right next to camp sites. Crushing blow that we couldn't play in it. Sites pretty tight. Moderate highway noise. Only full hookup sites are up by the highway without any nature to speak of.
If you are like us and want to play in the creek, drive or walk a half a mile up the road and take a little path right before the low bridge. Great swimming hole in some of the clearest water I have ever seen.
ScoutI originally was scheduled to be working the whole weekend but ended up getting the time off and rushed to somewhere I could camp on the fourth. I got in around the afternoon and there were already a few camp sites taken. Which is to be expected on the fourth. I left on the 6th and it does seem that there’s a continuous flow of people in and out of the sites but for the most part it’s quiet and you can’t hear your neighbors. Law enforcement does drive by about once or twice a day which is nice. There is probably 4-5 usable sites. There are a few spots that someone could back a trailer into but I drive a hatchback so take that information as you will. It also looks to be that there are at least 2-3 sites that have become overgrown unclear if they are official sites or just large pull offs. Be wary in a small car that many of the entrances to the sites are either muddy and deeply rutted or a combination of steep and rutted out. Great place would definitely come back in the fall
TravelerOverall, it was fairly quiet, considering it was the Fourth of July there were somebody in the parking lot set off a couple of small fireworks, but it was a quick woo hoo. There are some run down trailers and some trash sadly. :( please pack it in pack it out! And Patronage to the distillery who provides this free parking. Lots of vehicles in/ out during the day. Great hike to fire tower. Lots of bugs (horseflies, knots and mosquitoes) no shade so be prepared if it’s hot. Hogback Mt gift shop and museum across street must stop. Trailhead for fire tower next to distillery.
GuideAdjacent to Green Mtn National Forest, situated in a beautiful meadow with dozens of apple trees, visited by wild animals of every kind, wild berries, giant fire pit & walking distance to swimming hole in river, beer shop, pizza shop, coffee shop, restaurant, cannabis dispensary, bike shop, kayak/paddle board shop, ski and snowboard shop, general store, fuel stop… but in sight of none of it! Beautiful sunsets and sunrises with wide open southern sky, stretching to both the east and west!
ScoutI have 4 kids, 8 and under and they had an absolute blast. We will definitely be back.
Scout9/10 Have to cart everything to site but everything else good
ScoutJust about what you would expect in a national forest. Nice dirt road without too many potholes. As far as I can tell about 10 different sites, maybe more, all spaced out enough you don’t see anyone else. No toilet or water but there is a fire ring.
Cabin camping options near Northfield, Massachusetts span from rustic forest settings to lakeside retreats. Most locations sit between 600-900 feet in elevation, creating moderate temperature shifts between day and night. The camping corridor along the Connecticut River Valley offers several forested campgrounds within a 30-minute drive radius, with most access roads remaining passable for medium-sized vehicles.
Trail exploration around Tully Lake: The 4-mile loop trail around Tully Lake Recreation Area offers scenic waterfall views. "If you'd like to hike with children, there is an easy hike close to the entrance, along Doane's Falls, a series of 5 waterfalls along an ascending path through a wooded area. The views are beautiful," notes Nancy R.
Water sports on Ashuelot River: Tube floating and kayaking are popular at Ashuelot River, with gentle current suitable for beginners. "We spent another great weekend at the Ashuelot River Campground. Having good weather, we took a lazy tube ride from one side of the campground to the other," shares Rae-Ann W. "Make sure to bring tubes for relaxing on the river. We brought our kayaks and had no problem kayaking on the flat surface river," adds Karen O.
Disc golf near the dam: Located near Tully Lake, the disc golf course sees regular use throughout summer months. "From the main entrance, collect a cart, load your gear, and following the appropriate divergent path from the parking lot or bath house (they are color coded). Near the dam is a larger boat launch with parking. A disc golf course is also near the dam and was seeing a fair amount of activity," reports Jean C.
Private woodland sites: Fort Dummer State Park Campground offers secluded campsites within wooded settings. "Beautifully wooded campground. We stayed on site 41 and there was plenty of privacy. There are 3 nice and short trails, 2 with a great view and the other that is quite steep down to a swimming hole," says Lilia W.
Clean facilities: Hidden Acres Camping Resort (now Kampfires) maintains well-kept bathrooms and showers. "The bathrooms are beautifully redone and clean. The laundry room is pretty good too. Its close to Brattleboro and Putney and just across the border to New Hampshire," comments Sammii D.
Lakefront access: Many sites at Lake Dennison provide direct water access. "This is a gorgeous campground with clean facilities and responsive rangers. The sites on the North side are spacious & quiet. The lake is perfect for swimming, kayaking, and fishing. There are ample trails for hiking and kids can ride their bikes," notes Bonnie B. at Lake Dennison Recreation Area Campground.
Variable cell service: Many campgrounds in the region have limited connectivity. "Download your maps for offline use! Cell connection was horrible heading up here," warns Jean C. about Erving State Forest. "There is also zero cell service (there is an operational pay phone at the showers) which is fine... but wished we knew ahead of time," adds Tim S.
Booking windows: Securing sites at popular campgrounds requires advance planning. "The sites fill up weeks out (and can completely fill the day registration opens, which is date-dependent each year...Booking for Memorial Day meant I booked in April), so you have to be on your game," advises Kris M. about Tully Lake.
Site selection matters: Choose locations based on privacy needs and noise levels. "The sites that are near the small pond are generally larger and have better space for pitching a tent. The sites on the first two loops/spur roads are smaller and most of them are designated for tents only or tents/popups," explains Jean C. about Otter River State Forest.
Kid-friendly activities: Look for campgrounds with recreational options. "This is a cute campground biking distance from Brattleboro. The store and ice cream are cute, prices are very reasonable. The mini-golf course is in kind of rough shape, ask for a few extra balls because a few holes are going to eat them," advises Michael K. about Hidden Acres.
Swimming beaches: Several campgrounds offer designated swimming areas. "We stayed in site #57 at Lake Dennison August 30 2020 and had a wonderful time. The lake is clean and the beach is clean and soft(ish)," reports Alan.
Playground access: Some campgrounds feature dedicated play areas. "There is a large playground for kids <12 and a wide open day use area for picnicking. It would be a great place to run around and play games," notes Jean C. about Monadnock State Park's Gilson Pond Area Campground.
Site access considerations: Some campgrounds have limitations for larger vehicles. "Follow the website directions to get here as there are covered bridges in the area with low Clearance and low weight limits," warns John L. about Ashuelot River Campground.
Hookup availability: Full-service RV sites exist but vary by location. "We were in site 59, a pull-through with water and 30/50 amp service. The site was level and easy to get into and park. We were in a fully wooded area on the left side of the campground, which we prefer," explains Rae-Ann W.
Off-season camping: Some RV-friendly campgrounds remain open into October. "What a wonderful campground. Even though it is off season, there are several units throughout but dispersed so no one was right next to us. The site was somewhat level with a gravel base. FHU at each site made hook up easy," shares Ralph L. about Hidden Acres.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Northfield, MA?
According to TheDyrt.com, Northfield, MA offers a wide range of camping options, with 177 campgrounds and RV parks near Northfield, MA and 15 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Northfield, MA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Northfield, MA is Ashuelot River Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 18 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Northfield, MA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 15 free dispersed camping spots near Northfield, MA.
What parks are near Northfield, MA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 16 parks near Northfield, MA that allow camping, notably Tully Lake and Edward MacDowell Lake.
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