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Best Campgrounds near Northfield, MA

765 Reviews

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."

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Best Camping Sites Near Northfield, Massachusetts (171)

    1. Ashuelot River Campground

    18 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, OR
    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 - $35 / 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, NH
    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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  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 21, 2025

    Spacious Skies French Pond

    Helpful staff

    The staff was friendly. Don't forget the flashlight. There is very little lighting to find your way around the winding roads of the campground which adds to the charm.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 18, 2025

    Zoar Outdoor

    Nice and would like to visit again but not within 12 hours-BOO

    I’m writing this mid-October from western MA. In between homes and looked forward to staying another night, but can not because of a 12 hour advance policy. There were plenty of tent sites available last night. Not a happy camper.

  • Carroll K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2025

    Gus's Gardens Camping

    It was quite and peaceful

    We enjoyed our stay with Gus very much. With the email to confirm our stay, there were excellent directions to get there. It is behind his home by a lake with creek nearby. There is also a hiking trail. We had no problems. If we are in the area again, we would camp here again.  Thanks

  • Lin C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 10, 2025

    Spacious Skies French Pond

    Best Camp in the area

    I am enjoying this camp still, even after 6 months. Management is wonderful and attentive. They take great care of the whole camp and us campers. Fun events are scheduled on the regular!

  • Keith L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 9, 2025

    Jamaica State Park Campground

    Great Camping Experience at Jamaica State Park

    This was our second stay at this Vermont State Park. It was a great three days. The park rangers were tremendous in ensuring we had a great visit. They worked with us to get the right site. The bathroom facilities, while rustic, were clean. There is a plethora of things to do in the park itself and in the local community. Nonetheless, it starts and ends with the management of the campground. Lauren, the campground manager, and her team of professionals, do a great job. We will definitely return.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 2, 2025

    Ashuelot River Campground

    Nice ‘n Easy campground

    We stayed for 3 days off season so not busy. Sites located along the river are wooded, field sites are very open great for seeing the stars at night. Sites have fire rings with excellent airflow for good burning with low smoke. Hook ups are in great condition for power, water, sewer. Showers and bath house on site. Laundry and game room at office area. Office staff was very helpful and they’re open later into the day til 7 PM. Good firewood and large bundle delivered for $15 to your site. We passed over this site on our first trip to the area but are glad we came here and we’re planning to return. Follow the website directions to get here as there are covered bridges in the area with low Clearance and low weight limits.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Branch Pond on National Forest Hwy

    Amazing camping spots with fire pits!

    Tons of different styles of camping spots (if you get there while its still sunlight you can pick a spot by a flowing stream/river). No public bathrooms, no hookups, I personally didn’t have service.

  • PThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2025

    NF 83 - riverside

    NF83

    Great camping site. The road into the site was pretty rough.

  • Rae-Ann W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 29, 2025

    Ashuelot River Campground

    Another great trip to Ashuelot River Campground

    We spent another great weekend at the Ashuelot River Campground. We recently purchased a new-to-us camper and wanted to get in a trip or two before putting it away for the winter. This was our 2nd visit to Ashuelot.

    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. They have sites located in fully open areas, as well as some that are partially wooded and have river access. There is a nice mix.

    Having good weather, we took a lazy tube ride from one side of the campground to the other. It has been quite dry in the area, so they are experiencing a drought. However, a little rain in the week got the river moving a bit. We were able to enjoy a nice, slow drift around the campground.

    We thoroughly enjoyed our time again and will definitely be 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 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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