Best Campgrounds near Northfield, MA

Northfield is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. Northfield is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Northfield camping trip.

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Best Camping Sites Near Northfield, Massachusetts (171)

    1. Ashuelot River Campground

    16 Reviews
    West Swanzey, NH
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 357-5777

    $47 - $70 / 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."

    2. Fort Dummer State Park Campground

    12 Reviews
    Brattleboro, VT
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 254-2610

    "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."

    3. Tully Lake Recreation Area (MA) — Tully Lake

    9 Reviews
    Royalston, MA
    12 miles
    +1 (978) 249-9150

    $40 / night

    "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."

    4. Lake Dennison Recreation Area Campground

    14 Reviews
    Foster Lake, MA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 297-1609

    $17 - $35 / 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."

    5. Gilson Pond Area Campground — Monadnock State Park

    19 Reviews
    Jaffrey, NH
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 532-2416

    $29 - $45 / night

    "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."

    6. Erving State Forest Campground

    3 Reviews
    Erving, MA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 544-7745

    $17 / night

    "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. "

    7. Otter River State Forest

    14 Reviews
    Baldwinville, MA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 939-8962

    $17 - $55 / night

    "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"

    8. Kampfires

    8 Reviews
    West Chesterfield, VT
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 254-2098

    $30 - $50 / night

    "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."

    9. Hinsdale Campground At Thicket Hill Village

    2 Reviews
    Hinsdale, NH
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 336-8906

    $65 / night

    "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."

    "There’s ATV trails, activities, and for what you get it’s absolutely worth it."

    10. Travelers Woods Of New England, Inc

    1 Review
    Greenfield, MA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 648-9105

    "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 ."

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Recent Reviews near Northfield, MA

753 Reviews of 171 Northfield Campgrounds


  • alicianlv The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Grout Pond Campground — Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests

    Grout Pond Loop

    Camping Grout Pond Loop is truly nice after Labor Day (Sept 5-7). Campsites 15 & 16 offer pull-out space to turn around truck campers --we lucked out w/ 4 wheel camper pop-up). Over hanging trees would make it difficult for larger equipment, plus saw posting that excludes trailers from certain roads. We reserved well in advance; however many fellow campers were trying to find first come sites and ended up hiking in to camp around pond sites. Sites are in eye-site of each other but you don't feel crowded. Temps during day around 65-70 F. Nights dipped to 45-55F.
    We saw deer & turkeys driving the surrounding woods after short hikes.
    We love chatting w locals and learned of a special shrine that was faithfully built from stone to resemble original in modern day Turkey. What a special & serene place.

  • 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

  • Andy M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Statton Pond Camp on Forest Road 71

    Large Area with Fire Pit in the middle

    This was a great site.  I couldn't believe that the site was not being used at all, especially the just a couple of days before Fourth of July weekend.  Many other sites further south on 71 were filled and some were just TTs holding the space for the upcoming weekend.

    The site was very flat and could accommodate several small campers.  It was quiet during our overnight stay other than a car or two on Stratton-Arlington Rd.  There weren't many mosquitoes either.  Hiking trail to Stratton Pond close by.

  • 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.

  • S
    Aug. 23, 2025

    Cold Springs Camp Resort

    All Around Exceptional

    This place is just great! They have clean, flat sites, easy to navigate and get our fifth wheel in. The facilities are spotless. There are numerous pools and hot tubs, activities and the people that work there are just the nicest! Our kids were never scolded for being loud and neither were the adults. We have booked our return trip already and can't wait to go back!


Guide to Northfield

Camping near Northfield, Massachusetts, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails around 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 close to the Housatonic River, which is great for catch and release fishing. A visitor noted, "This campground is very close to the Housatonic (catch and release only!)"
  • Swimming: Check out the swimming beach at Emerald Lake State Park. One family shared, "The lake and beach is lovely, clean, and the water is warm and clear."

What campers like:

  • Spacious sites: Campers appreciate the large, well-spaced sites at Jamaica State Park Campground. A reviewer said, "The kids were able to safely ride bikes on the camp roads, sites were large and well spaced out from each other."
  • Friendly staff: Many visitors rave about the welcoming hosts at Mt. Greylock Campsite Park. One camper remarked, "Pat and Gordon are incredibly welcoming hosts."
  • Clean facilities: Campers often mention the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. A visitor at Woodford State Park Campground noted, "The bathrooms are BEAUTIFUL! the nicest I've seen yet."

What you should know:

  • No same-day reservations: If you're planning to camp at October Mountain State Forest, be aware that they don’t allow same-day reservations or walk-ups. One camper expressed frustration, saying, "First off no same day reservations or walk ups allowed."
  • Limited cell service: Many campgrounds, like Monadnock State Park Campground, have poor cell reception. A visitor mentioned, "No cell/data service... I wish this were clearer on their website."
  • Mosquitoes can be a problem: Campers at Wells State Park Campground have noted that mosquitoes can be quite bothersome. One camper said, "The mosquitoes here were something out of a Soviet lab."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-friendly activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and safe biking paths, like Jamaica State Park Campground. A parent shared, "Great playground and fun playing in the river."
  • Plan for rainy days: Bring along games and activities for indoor fun. A family at Emerald Lake State Park found the lean-to helpful during a rainy weekend, stating, "It was very helpful to have a lean-to during a very rainy weekend."
  • Pack snacks and drinks: Having food on hand can make a big difference. One camper at Wells State Park Campground mentioned, "We did run into a BIT of a storm... but the site soaked it up and we had one small puddle."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site accessibility: Before booking, make sure the site can accommodate your RV. A camper at Wells State Park Campground noted, "The driveway to site 38 was a mess. Tree limbs and brush invaded the drive."
  • Bring leveling blocks: Many sites may not be perfectly level. One RV owner at October Mountain State Forest mentioned, "I used a record 9 blocks to get 4 levels high on the downhill wheel."
  • Plan for dump station needs: Some campgrounds, like Wells State Park Campground, may not have dump stations on site. A visitor shared, "There was no dump station on site and $7 for four pieces of firewood."

Camping around Northfield, MA, has something for everyone, whether you're in a tent or an RV. Just be prepared for the unique quirks of each campground!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Northfield, MA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Northfield, MA offers a wide range of camping options, with 171 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 16 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.