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    Nickerson State Park Campground houses luxury glamping accommodations within Brewster's wooded landscape, offering a refined outdoor experience near Orleans. The campground features safari-style glamping options and comfortable yurts that provide a scenic retreat on Cape Cod. Guests enjoy premium amenities including furnished accommodation with comfortable beds, electricity, and climate control systems for year-round comfort. The 400-acre park surrounds several freshwater kettle ponds, creating a tranquil setting for upscale outdoor stays. Both experienced outdoor enthusiasts and first-time glampers appreciate the balance of natural surroundings with upscale comfort. According to a camper, "This state park is a family favorite located on the cleanest and most beautiful kettle ponds I've ever had the pleasure of swimming in! Perfect for exploring cape cod and all of its wonder."

    The kettle ponds at Nickerson provide exceptional swimming opportunities, with Cliff Pond and Flax Pond being popular destinations for glamping guests seeking water activities. Miles of paved and unpaved trails connect throughout the glamping resort, offering excellent hiking and mountain biking opportunities. The Cape Cod Rail Trail runs directly through the park, providing convenient access to nearby beaches, restaurants, and ice cream shops. Proximity to both bay and ocean beaches makes this glamping destination particularly versatile for coastal exploration. Seasonal availability runs primarily from April through October, with peak summer months requiring advance reservations. A visitor noted, "We loved this campground and have stayed with our two kids multiple times in the past three years. It is both basic and has everything you could need without being commercial. We love this place."

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      1. Nickerson State Park Campground

      4.5(44)2mi from Orleans382 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Next to us was a large 5th wheel camper which took up most of the site so even the large sites are hard for the very large campers. Our loop was very quiet, which we appreciated."

      "The clean, freshwater swimming at the kettle ponds (which are usually uncrowded and within less than a minute's walk from our campsite) is incredible."

      from $22 - $55 / night

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      2. Sweetwater Forest

      4.5(17)5mi from OrleansRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "It's air conditioned and they have mellow music on. The comfort stations were clean and the showers have hot water and there's an outdoor sink & counter to wash dishes."

      "Sweetwater Forest has pleasant, secluded sites. This was the quietest campground during "quiet hours" that I've ever visited."

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      3. Coastal Acres Campground

      4.7(17)21mi from OrleansRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "The staff(Deb and Lucy) are fabulous! The welcome is unmatched. You are within walking distance of all downtown activities. There are bike and jeep trails. No fire rings and not much privacy."

      "It’s a great location and within walking distance distance to Commercial Street."

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      4. North of Highland Camping Area

      4.8(10)18mi from OrleansRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "We arrived around 10 am on a Saturday morning, and even though it was the weekend before July 4th, there were still several sites available for walk-ins (they have more than 250 sites)."

      "Family friendly, wonderful customer service, clean bathhouse and showers (only cost .25 for 7 min) and great beach access!!"

      from $40 - $86 / night

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      5. Maurices Campground

      4.0(2)6mi from OrleansRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Great campground on the outer cape, CC Rail trail goes right behind it so you can hop on your bike and ride. Showers and bathrooms were clean and the tent sites were good size."

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      6. Dunes' Edge Campground - Provincetown Camping

      4.0(12)21mi from OrleansRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "I have limited experience camping, so I wasn't wild about the row of water closets because it felt like going to the bathroom in a partially open room since there was so much exposure to the outside."

      "No generators, and air conditioners allowed, just the noise of nature. Also, no dish washing at camp sites. You must use one of the two wash stations."

      from $55 - $75 / night

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      7. Adventure Bound Cape Cod: Horton's Campground

      4.2(5)17mi from OrleansRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "Pets welcome a big bonus. Right next to Cape Cod National Seashore."

      "Nice hiking trails, Payomet music, Highland Lighthouse, all within easy walking distance."

      from $55 - $220 / night

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      8. Shawme Crowell State Forest Campground

      3.9(21)27mi from Orleans245 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "I like this campground because it is close to home.  There isn't much to do here within the campground.  It has two areas.  The one nearer the camp entrance is smaller than the second. "

      "We have stayed here during our exploration around cape cod. It's a but farther away from the main location, but we loved the quiet and tranquility of this campground."

      from $17 - $55 / night

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      9. Peters Pond RV Resort

      4.1(8)26mi from OrleansRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "The only disappointment was that they did not have a fire pit at the rented cabin that we were allowed to use. That was disappointing."

      "Large sites and very friendly staff. This campground has a great dog park, pool, large pond."

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      10. Scusset Beach State Reservation

      4.4(8)26mi from Orleans100 sitesRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "The 5 tent sites have their own fire pits, but the RV sites must use a community fire pit, though in mid-November, just before the campground closed for the season, RVers used the firepit at a tent site"

      "It's located close to the Sagamore Bridge on the mainland side. Traffic can be messy in the summer, especially on weekend days! The campground itself is a haven for RVs."

      from $22 - $34 / night

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    • Jessica A.
      Feb. 6, 2023

      Marthas Vineyard Family Campground

      The only place to camp on the island

      We have been going to this campground for years - it's the only place to camp on the island, and the only affordable way to stay on the island. The best thing about the campground is that it is wooded, and pretty much all the sites are surrounded on three sides by trees and shrubbery. So even though the sites are close, they feel somewhat private. The bathrooms are clean but always busy, but there are a few outdoor showers which are awesome! Unlike the cramped and humid indoor showers, the outside showers are roomy and very private and the open air makes them more comfortable on a hot, muggy day. There's a playground, a store with wifi outside, a game room which looks like something from the 80s, lol, and a small coin-op laundry room. Fire rings at each site plus a large community fire pit for those who don't feel like the hassle of building a fire themselves. SKUNKS!!! The skunks are super used to people, so you just have to ignore them, and they won't bother you. The young staff members are mostly from the Ukraine, etc., and are pleasant but often don't speak much English. The owners are not super friendly. A huge bonus is that the bus stops right at the entrance, so if you were without a car, it would be possible to camp here anyway (I've seen many people come in with the very basics pulled behind in carts or wagons, or back-packed in). The vineyard is amazing, but lodging is EXPENSIVE. Even though this place is pricey and continues to raise the rates, it's still cheaper than anyplace else.

    • K
      Sep. 2, 2018

      Sweetwater Forest

      My New Go To Campground in Cape Cod.

      This was my first time at this campground and I have to say, it was a great place to stay. I camp with my dog and sometimes I want to explore places that he can't go. Sweetwater Forest has a small doggy day care where I can safely leave him and not worry. It's air conditioned and they have mellow music on.

      The comfort stations were clean and the showers have hot water and there's an outdoor sink & counter to wash dishes. The camp store is stocked with food and camping gear you may have forgotten or broke.

      The campsites that I saw are not right on top of each other, my site was a little above the other sites near me and the foot path to the bathroom was clearly marked and clear.

      The staff were friendly and although I did not have children with me, they have a lot of things for kids to do. There's an arcade, playground, basketball court and arcade. I definitely plan on going back and would recommend it to others.

    • G
      Aug. 5, 2020

      Sweetwater Forest

      Quiet, clean, and in a lovely location

      Sweetwater Forest has pleasant, secluded sites. This was the quietest campground during "quiet hours" that I've ever visited. Walking my dog late at night or early in the morning was absolutely silent. The camp store was well stocked and offered hot coffee and a variety of grocery items. There are a lot of touristy Cape spots a short drive away. It sits adjacent to a small horse farm, so that adds to the ambiance.

    • Brad B.
      Jul. 27, 2021

      Marthas Vineyard Family Campground

      Awesome Experience!

      There aren’t a lot of options on MV for camping, and MVFC hasn’t let that fact diminish their attention to detail in providing a clean, well maintained and active base camp for those seeking to explore the area, or just enjoy a wonderful camp-out with a ferry ride as an extra benefit. Ali and team were most accommodating and helpful, even taking the extra time to measure the campsite ahead of our arrival to ensure our new Patriot Camper X1 would fit! The bathroom and showers were near spotless despite the summer crowd, and it was common to see cleaning occurring throughout the day. Although we were interested in sightseeing the island as first time visitors, it was clear that there were many daytime and nighttime activities that had a lot of action….kickball and basketball games were non-stop and the community fire pit area is a nice touch. They even had a group painting event one evening! The other thing we noticed was that despite the large crowd, the posted quiet hours were indeed quiet! It was such a great spot that we attempted to cancel the second half of our trip and enjoy a few more days at MVFC, but as expected, they were booked up! On a side note, we had the chance to take the MV Governor ferry on the way back to the mainland. I mention this because it’s a smaller “open deck” ferry which in my opinion was a more unique experience than the other mega-ferrys in the fleet.

      All-in-all a near flawless experience with a family that takes pride in what they do…well done!

    • M
      Sep. 7, 2020

      Cape Cod Campresort & Cabins

      Noisiest Campground

      I’ve been camping for over twenty years and this campground is by far the noisiest campground I have ever been to. If you are looking for any sort of peace and quiet this is NOT the place for you. The first night we were here it sounded like a massive stadium tailgate party. There was music, yelling, and voices coming from everywhere. It does die down as it gets closer to quiet hours but that’s at 11 pm and fires need to be out at midnight. So there is no sitting around the camp fire in the evening, listening to the crickets, they are drowned out by people noise. The second night wasn’t much better. The campground itself is well maintained and seems to really cater to large extended families and groups which is nice to see. There are a lot of sites here and they are very close together so there is little privacy. But the sites are paved for your camper, have nice fire pits and a picnic table. The hookups are good too. The staff is very friendly. They don’t seem to enforce many rules. A lot of unsupervised kids on bikes (we saw two different kids on different occasions who were lost),very little mask wearing, sites with way more people on them then there was suppose to be, lots of kids without helmets, constantly barking dogs. The place is definitely dog and kid friendly. It is near so many beaches and things to do and downtown Falmouth is really cute. It’s a good campground for a place to parking your camper and go off and do things, but if your looking for some privacy and quiet, this isn’t the place to go. We won’t be coming back here.

    • LThe Dyrt Pro User
      Jul. 31, 2026

      Marthas Vineyard Family Campground

      Just like we remembered

      Great family campground.  The place is very clean.  NIce to have both indoor and outdoor showers.  The store has plenty of useful items. Staff is friendly and helpful.  They have lots of activities and concerts for families.  The drive around in a golf cart in the evenings checking on campers and making sure everyone is abiding by the quiet hours. We stayed in a one room cabin with confortable beds.

    • Alicia F.
      Apr. 27, 2020

      Marthas Vineyard Family Campground

      Perfectly located on the island

      I love this campground so much that I come to Martha’s Vineyard once a year to stay here. To be able to camp comfortably on this island and have access to all the island has to offer without spending an arm and a leg is what I love. You can take the ferry to Vineyard Haven ($15 round trip) and catch the island bus ($30 for a week pass) that will drop you right in front of the campground.

      It’s a rather large campground that has a lot of trees and each site is fairly large with a picnic table. At the front of the campground they have the summer RVs and about 20 rustic cabins if you’re not into tenting. This last year I stayed in a spot along the grass and it felt separate but with a great view of the office and all the activity on the grass. The camp store offers everything from postcards to air mattresses. For those of you, like myself, who don’t bring a car they even have a air pump at the office if you need it.

      There are outdoor showers and indoor showers where the bathrooms are as well as laundry facilities.

      The campground is family owned and the next generation just took over a year ago. This last Christmas they sent me a Christmas card... They are making great new changes and it definitely shows!

    • Bowen B.
      Sep. 20, 2021

      Indianhead Resort

      Good people, needs updating

      The staff here is friendly and helpful whenever you call.

      The property itself is in need of updating. The bathrooms work well enough, but they are in need of a significant amount of maintenance.

      The sites are kept clean and have water and electric (some may be by powercord). The tent sites do not offer much separation in the area I stayed.

      The sites do have plenty of room for a tent, vehicle and each have their own fire pit and picnic table.

      It does have the ability for people to do several recreational activities on site: walking trails, beach, volleyball, basket ball.

      I stayed a couple nights and had a good stay overall.

    • Anne M.
      Jul. 25, 2020

      Cape Cod Campresort & Cabins

      Good Campground, Great Location

      This campground was recently bought by Sun RV so there already some changes happening- the arcade room is closed and being remodeled and they now allow you to use your own boat (non motor) on the pond which is a definite improvement. Mini golf and the pools are nothing special. We have camped here every summer for 4 years in a “glamp” site which is large with fire pit. The staff has always been friendly and we even projected a movie 4th of July outdoors with no issue. That being said, we use this mostly as a location to do other things- Old Silver Beach is 10 minutes down the road as is the Shining Sea Bike path. Downtown Falmouth is 10 minutes away as well where you have great restaurants, shops and the ferry to the islands.

    Guide to Orleans

    Nickerson State Park Campground offers rustic camping alternatives to the luxury glamping options described in the existing text. The campground sits on Cape Cod where freshwater kettle ponds contrast with the surrounding saltwater environment. Basic camping sites accommodate tents, RVs, and small trailers with access to hiking trails and pond swimming from April through October.

    What to do

    Bike the rail trail: From Nickerson State Park Campground, visitors access the Cape Cod Rail Trail directly. "This is a great park for mountain biking, there are trails everywhere. Check NEMBA website for a trail map," notes Duane B. The interconnected trail system creates opportunities for both on-site recreation and transportation to nearby attractions.

    Explore Cape Cod National Seashore: North of Highland Camping Area provides a half-mile walking path leading directly to Head of the Meadow Beach. "The beach is big, open and beautiful with lots of shells to hunt and marine life to check out," reports Angela T. The area includes protected coastline where campers often spot seals in the evening.

    Horseback riding excursions: Sweetwater Forest in Brewster sits adjacent to a small horse farm, adding a distinctive option for outdoor activities. "There is a horse farm in the front of the grounds," notes Michelle D., making it convenient for campers interested in riding lessons or guided trail experiences during their Orleans area stay.

    What campers like

    Freshwater swimming alternatives: The kettle ponds at Sweetwater Forest provide swimming options beyond ocean beaches. "The pond was great. We really enjoyed the beach raft, able to kayak and did some fishing," states John D. These freshwater swimming areas offer calmer alternatives to ocean waves.

    Private wooded campsites: Many campers appreciate the secluded nature of sites at smaller campgrounds near Orleans. "We were on site B17 and it was perfect. Complete 360 privacy, well wooded, and just what was needed. Listen to the sounds of frogs at night was kinda awesome," shares Christina M. from Sweetwater Forest.

    Evening beach fires: Fire restrictions at campsites can be offset by beach fire permits at some locations. A visitor to Coastal Acres Campground notes, "Less than 10 minute walk into town, and the walk is lovely with gorgeous gardens along the way." This proximity makes it convenient to obtain beach fire permits from local authorities.

    What you should know

    Reservation timing: Peak season in the Orleans area requires advance planning. At North of Highland Camping Area, "We arrived around 10 am on a Saturday morning, and even though it was the weekend before July 4th, there were still several sites available for walk-ins (they have more than 250 sites)." However, most campgrounds fill quickly during summer months.

    Fire regulations vary: Some campgrounds prohibit fires entirely while others provide communal fire rings or fire permits. "No fires are allowed in the campground itself due to fire restrictions, but you can easily get beach fire permits to have one on the beach," explains Ashlee L. regarding North of Highland Camping Area.

    Noise considerations: Quiet hours are strictly enforced at most campgrounds near Orleans. "This was the quietest campground during 'quiet hours' that I've ever visited. Walking my dog late at night or early in the morning was absolutely silent," shares Grace M. about Sweetwater Forest.

    Shower facilities: Coin-operated showers are common in the area. "Showers are coin-op. Bathrooms clean," mentions Domenico B. who stayed at Sweetwater Forest. Most campgrounds provide quarter-operated facilities with varying time limits per coin.

    Tips for camping with families

    Playground access: Shawme Crowell State Forest Campground offers recreational facilities specifically designed for children. "Awesome playground," notes Stacey, adding it's "great for the price." The second camping area includes recently renovated playground equipment.

    Educational programs: During peak season, naturalist-led activities provide entertainment for younger campers. "Lots of programs for kids. Miles of bike paths that connect to many towns on Cape Cod," mentions Glenn B. from Nickerson State Park, highlighting scheduled activities throughout summer months.

    Budget considerations: State-operated campgrounds typically offer lower rates than private facilities. "Price is right and always very well maintained," shares Tim C. about Shawme Crowell State Forest. Sites without hookups generally cost $25-35 per night while full-service sites range from $40-60 depending on season.

    Tips from RVers

    Site selection: Scusset Beach State Reservation provides paved parking pads suitable for larger rigs. "The sites can accommodate large RVs and tents. They are dog friendly however, not allowed on beach during peak summer season," advises a camper. Sites along the back of the campground (numbers 32, 34, 36) offer more privacy than central locations.

    Hookup availability: Full-service sites with water, electric, and sewer connections are limited in the Orleans area. "There are limited full hookup big rig sites, and they book up in advance," warns Paul H. regarding availability at popular campgrounds.

    Wind exposure: RVers should secure awnings and loose items due to coastal breezes. "Because the camp has so few trees, the winds can be gnarly," explains Angela T. about Scusset Beach State Reservation, noting the trade-off between ocean proximity and weather exposure.

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