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    Several cabin accommodations are available within a 30-mile radius of Paxton, Massachusetts. Pine Acres Family Camping Resort in Oakham offers cabins with electric hookups and running water. Cold Brook Campground and Resort in Barre provides cabin rentals from April 15 to October 15 with electric and water hookups. Both locations include fire pits, picnic tables, and access to shared shower facilities and toilets. Wells State Park Campground in Sturbridge features rustic cabins alongside yurt options, with basic amenities including fire rings and nearby bath facilities. "Beautiful clean campground! Great for kids and pets. Camp store is great, fun fishing on the lake and tons of activities for the kids," notes a visitor about Pine Acres.

    Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Pine Acres and Sutton Falls Camping Area offer family-sized cabins with varying levels of amenities. Most cabin sites require reservations well in advance, particularly during summer months from May through October. Pet policies differ between locations - Pine Acres allows pets at cabin sites while enforcing quiet hours starting at 10 PM. A visitor mentioned: "The campground is huge and there's always something going on or to do." Some cabin locations like Spacious Skies Minute Man and Douglas Forest RV Resort remain open during shoulder seasons with limited services.

    Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Basic cooking facilities typically include fire rings with grates, though some deluxe cabins may offer small refrigerators or microwave ovens. On-site camp stores at Pine Acres and Thousand Trails Sturbridge stock essential supplies and firewood. Guests should verify what cooking equipment is provided before arrival. Cabin sizes range from small units sleeping 2-4 people to larger options accommodating families up to 6 people. Bathroom facilities are generally shared in central bathhouses, though select premium cabins may include private facilities.

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      1. Pine Acres Family Camping Resort

      4.0(15)5mi from PaxtonRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Miles and miles of country/forests surrounding pine acres, however pulling in you’ll soon realize how much goes on inside the campground."

      "They have everything from go-kart/kayak rentals to mini-golf/arcade, but it all costs extra on top of the camp ground being pretty pricey, @80$/night for a tent site."

      from $70 - $115 / night

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      2. Wells State Park Campground

      3.7(16)13mi from Paxton57 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Wells State Park camp grounds recently got new bathrooms and they are so clean! The campsites are a nice size to drive your car up to and still have ample tent/picnic table/fire space."

      "Beautiful campground in a nice central location nearby several nice towns in Central Massachusetts."

      from $17 - $55 / night

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      3. Spacious Skies Minute Man

      4.4(29)26mi from Paxton9 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Heated pool, laundry, Wi-Fi that works, cable, 50 amp FHU. Roads are a little interesting to navigate, and definitely aren’t the straight lines on their map! Good fire pit and nice facilities"

      "At first (and this has nothing to do with camp it’s the people and their pets that make or break a visit) we had lots kid noise some had 8 kids!!"

      from $44 - $999 / night

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      4. Sutton Falls Camping Area

      3.8(6)16mi from PaxtonRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "I can only speak for the camping on this peninsula/land, but the rest of the sites looked cozy, family-friendly, and fun. Cabins and RV sites across the lake, along with beaches for swimming."

      "Had a great time, kids had a blast with the boat rentals and fishing.
      Saw they have 2 yurts for rent as well."

      from $40 - $65 / night

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      5. George Washington State Campground

      4.4(26)28mi from Paxton80 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Tons of hiking trails. Picnic tables and fire pit at each site. The folks a few miles down the road by the rotary sell giant piles of wood for $10. They do not have an on site store or sell firewood."

      "Sites were well spaced and provided some privacy depending on your site choice. Grounds were well kept, bathrooms were very clean with hot showers (bring quarters, $1.50 for 6mins)."

      from $18 - $75 / night

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      6. Cold brook Campground and Resort

      4.0(1)10mi from PaxtonRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Quiet areas in lower roads with mostly seasonal. Reasonable cost. 30 amp only. Many full hookups. Pet friendly."

      from $77 / night

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      7. Otter River State Forest

      4.1(14)23mi from Paxton77 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "I found some more pictures from my camping trip here, and I wanted to share them. I loved it here, it was a great little campground for massachusetts"

      "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."

      from $17 - $55 / night

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      8. Thousand Trails Sturbridge

      3.5(6)19mi from PaxtonRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "The manager was able to give me a great campsite away from all of the RVs and cabins. It was right at the entrance however you did have to hike up a short 50ft hill to get to the site."

      "We had a great time relaxing around the campfire with another family. The playground was a hit for our kids!"

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      9. Douglas Forest RV Resort

      3.2(5)18mi from Paxton3 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "The RV sites are spacious and easy to navigate, with full hookups and strong Wi-Fi— a big plus for us since we work remotely on the road. What really sets this place apart is the location."

      "This park is on a great trajectory! The staff have been working hard on upgrades and improvements after they took it over.  Go check it out! "

      from $65 - $125 / night

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      10. West Thompson Lake Campground

      4.8(9)25mi from Paxton24 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Very convenient to have the elevated space to sleep and store items in."

      "centrally located bathrooms/showers basketball court, playground and ampitheatre to keep the kids busy. hiking trails galore, disk golf, and swimming nearby. so fun!"

      from $15 - $30 / night

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    • Sue B.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 15, 2026

      George Washington State Campground

      Good location, average campground

      Our first time camping here, we were trying to get a more secluded spot, but the pics on ReserveAmerica were not the greatest gauge of the sites. The sites were OK, some better than others, we didn't have any amenities but there was potable water nearby. There are cabins, which are really just bunkhouses with 2 bunk beds. Each site has a fire pit and picnic table. Our loop had porta potties nearby, we only saw one real bathroom with flushing toilets and showers. We did go for a nice hike, the North/South Trail goes through the campground and there are many trails in the area as well. We did a 5+ mile loop and got a good sense of what the trails are like. Found some geocaches and our pups got a good workout.

    • K
      May. 30, 2022

      Cold brook Campground and Resort

      Shaded Sites

      Grounds well kept. Shaded sites. Quiet areas in lower roads with mostly seasonal. Reasonable cost. 30 amp only. Many full hookups. Pet friendly.

    • Migdalia G.
      May. 29, 2019

      Lorraine Park Campground — Harold Parker State Forest

      Nice Wooded Campground in Awesome Area

      We stayed at Harold Parker State Forest Campground during Memorial Day Weekend. Reservation through Reserve America was a breeze. Check in till 9:00 pm was convenient. Checkout by 11:00 am but we paid for an additional night to be able to leave at night the day we checked out. Totally worth it!

      Nice large campsites. The sites’ privacy is very diverse. You could be tucked away from everyone or closer together depending on the site you choose but they are all pretty decent in size. All sites have water which is a plus. All have a fire pit/box, charcoal bbq and a picnic table. Most of them are drive in. 

      Quiet hours from 10 am to 7 am. No alcohol allowed (although I didn’t see an actual enforcement of this rule and guess it’ll happen only if people act out). Rangers are constantly patrolling. Felt pretty safe at night. You can’t bring wood. Bundles are $5 each and it burns really well. 

      Lots of biking/hiking/walking trails, a nice small pond/beach, boat access, a few basketball courts, a volleyball court and a common huge fire pit added to the fun. A ranger ran a program to teach about the area fauna which was pretty interesting for kids and adults alike. 

      Bathrooms were fairly clean although small and showers were free! Some sites were right in front of a lovely pond and there were many group sites available as well. 

      The location is pretty good. Salem, Andover, Boston Are accesible while staying here. Close proximity to Richardson Ice Cream which you CANT miss if you decide to stay.  They have cheap but amazing ice cream, mini golf and battling cages which was entertaining for my whole crew. 

      It rained a lot during one night of our stay and the site (301) did not flooded at all. All sites seemed in pretty good shape the morning after as well. 

      Beautiful and will recommend to families with small kids, groups and couples too.

    • Rae-Ann W.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 25, 2024

      Ashuelot River Campground

      Nice quiet weekend

      We took our new to us hybrid camper out for its inaugural trip.

      We chose to stay in the wooded loop of the campground and we were very happy with our site, #66. That section has about 12 sites, some big and some on the smaller side. Our site was easy to back into, even more so since no one was in the site across from us. Our site was very spacious, level and included a picnic table, fire ring, and nicely placed hookups for water and electric. 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. There are quiet hours from 10pm-8am that are enforced. We were grateful to not have to hear loud partying going on into the night. There was car noise from nearby Rt 10 on the other side of the river, but nothing you can do about that.

      We asked for assistance at the office with our first time using a pumping station at the end of the trip. We were given friendly helpful assistance and some great tips and advice for the future.

      This was a nice enjoyable first visit for us. We will definitely be adding it to our list of places to visit again, but likely later in the year when we can enjoy the river and activities a bit more. We did not explore the options for bike, kayak, and canoe rentals but would like to in the future.

    • Cheryl B.The Dyrt PRO User
      Sep. 8, 2021

      Lorraine Park Campground — Harold Parker State Forest

      Great place to Relax

      Stayed at site 56 with my tent in an RV site. The site was flat. Had running water,grill and fire pit. There was plenty of space. This site was very secluded. Comfort station was a nice casual walk.

    • R
      Oct. 22, 2021

      Spacious Skies Minute Man

      Planes, Trains, Dump Trucks...

      The campground itself is beautifully wooded with mature pine trees. However, the sites are packed so tight you can barely maneuver in and out. We only have a 17' travel trailer pulled by a Ford Explorer and had great difficulty backing it in. I did not see any pull-through sites. Our site had a picnic table, fire ring and water & electric hookups. When we arrived we were given a rules list (as customary) that strongly threatened to remove anyone who was too loud, including dogs. I was a little worried because our Border Collie sometimes barks when people walk their dogs past our campsite. Anyway... after we went to bed we were awakened by a cacophony of road noises, including trains, trucks, and tractor trailers. Planes sounded like they were flying right above our heads. Trucks sounded like they were dumping rocks only feet from our site. In between those noises, we could hear a group of people partying outside on the deck of a house very close to the campground. This went on well into the night. Even though my husband has poor hearing, he couldn't sleep through all that. And yes, the irony of the campground's stern noise warning wasn't lost on me. We were there 3 sleepless nights. I would suggest bringing quality earplugs if you go there. Oh- and they do not allow you to choose your site. You get what's assigned to you.

    • Rita M.
      Jun. 13, 2018

      Ponkapoag Camp

      Wild Zora Foods Review at Hidden, Rustic Gem in the Boston Suburbs.

      I found this campground in a totally roundabout way, while searching for lodging during a field trip to Plimouth Plantation. After discovering it, I decided that we HAD to plan a trip here sometime soon.

      Ponkapoag Camp is run by the AMC. The camp is on a beautiful piece of wooded land surrounding a large pond/lake. There are about 25 rustic cabins, and a few tent sites dispersed throughout the camping area. There is a year round caretaker there to help folks check in, and she also sells firewood. Reservations are by mail only, although you can call the caretaker to confirm availability.

      Before I continue my review, it is important to note: THERE IS NO ELECTRICITY OR RUNNING WATER.

      We brought all our water from home, and it worked well. Make sure you bring campsuds or other eco-friendly soap since the toilets are just outhouses without running water much of the year.

      The Cabins:

      Each cabin has between 2-6 beds. The mattresses in our large cabin were brand new dorm style mattresses, which were slippery but comfortable. The cabins have assorted dressers and shelves for storage, and a table for dining on those bad weather days. The floors are wooden. Many cabins have wood stoves, which is great for the cooler parts of the year. We were there Memorial Day weekend, and needed the stove when it dipped to 40 degrees. Outside of the cabin is a pedestal grill, and a picnic table. My children found trees close by to hang their hammocks.

      Upon departure from the camp, you are required to sweep and tidy up the cabin.

      The Grounds:

      Hiking trails abound on the property. While none of the trails are steep, they all go through beautiful ares, with views of the pond, and interesting rock formations. Blue Hill is within hiking distance, and it is a favorite spot for seeing the sunrise. Apparently you can see all the way to Boston!

      The pond itself is a wonderful place for kayaking and canoeing. There are several rocky boulders poking out of the water that make fun spots to discover. The sunsets over the pond are spectacular to watch from the dock.

      Getting there: The driveway to the camp is totally unmarked. It is a gate studded with two american flags. When you confirm your reservation (by mail), the caretaker will give you the access code for the gate. We enjoyed being somewhere that was so close to people, but felt so remote and had no traffic.

      Downsides: One of the nights we stayed, the flight path to Logan International Airport was right over the campground. We all slept fine, but it was distracting. Thankfully, they change the flight path every night, so it should not happen every night!

      WILD ZORA FOOD review:

      As a Ranger with The Dyrt, I was given the opportunity to test out food from Wild Zora Foods. https://wildzora.com.

      This is a premade meal company, focusing on Paleo and Primal recipes. We tried out a sampler pack of their meat bars, and then two meal-in-a-bag freeze dried entrees. We ended up eating several meat bars while making the trip to the campground, since we were stuck in traffic and everyone was hungry. Our 5 children helped do the sampling. Out of the six flavors (Parmesan Beef, BBQ beef, Mediterranean Lamb, Curry Turkey, Chili Beef, and Taco Pork), our favorites were Parmesan Beef ad Mediterranean Lamb. The other flavors seemed a bit too sweet for our liking. However, the bars were a great substitute for junk food when everyone is hungry. Everyone enjoyed eating them. I liked that they used food such as dates and dried apricots as sweeteners. My children all wanted more. I'd say that one bar would be a good snack for an adult.

      We also cooked up a batch of a berry breakfast cacao bowl, and their Chicken Caldera Curry. Both meals were super convenient in their pouches that could be cooked and eaten in. We just poured boiling water in, and let them sit. The Caldera Chicken Curry was well seasoned, and very meaty. I was impressed by how filling it was without needing any rice. The texture was a bit chalky, but overall, it was a great option for a Paleo freeze-dried meal. The berry breakfast meal was less satisfying--but it tasted very fresh, and not overly sweet.

      It was fun to test these foods out. When camping with kids, it is often hard to have time to cook a camp meal each night, so having quick options can really make a trip go more smoothly. I recommend checking out Wild Zora if you are interested in a preservative free, high protein freeze dried meal option.

    • Sable W.
      May. 16, 2018

      Lorraine Park Campground — Harold Parker State Forest

      Spacious, Quiet, Clean and Conveniently Located

      Five friends and I decided to compete in Questival, which came to Boston for May 11-12, 2018. There aren't many campgrounds open in Massachusetts this early in the season, but Harold Parker State Forest was! I snagged a group campsite since we'd have four tents. We had to set up after dark, so we wound up congregating in one corner of the group site. When we woke up we could see just how HUGE the group site was! We had 4 two-person tents; you could easily fit 3x that number of tents. PLENTY of flat ground to set up on, and we were far enough back from the road that we never heard or saw other campers arriving, even though we know most other Questival competitors stayed at this campground. It was about a 5 minute walk to the bathrooms and showers, and potable water was available right on the site. Even though it was early in the season and not very leafy, we could only occasionally see our neighbors' headlamps. There were 4 or 5 fire pits, 5 large picnic tables, and 3 driveways that could fit two cars each. Great value for the cost! We were pleased with the privacy, space, cleanliness, and amenities.

    • C
      Sep. 20, 2018

      Lorraine Park Campground — Harold Parker State Forest

      Nice quick getaway from Boston

      Being just 30min away from Boston makes it a convenient weekend trip destination, to get out and explore nature a little bit.

      Camp sites are gigantic, have running water, picnic table and fireplace. There is a playground and activity field (basketball, etc.) on the campground.

    Guide to Paxton

    Camping cabins near Paxton, Massachusetts range from basic structures to fully equipped units across several established campgrounds. Set in the central Massachusetts region at elevations ranging from 600-1000 feet, the area experiences distinct seasonal changes with warm summers and cold winters. Fall visitors can expect temperatures between 45-65°F, with colorful foliage typically peaking in mid-October.

    What to do

    Disc golf course access: Wells State Park Campground offers a complete disc golf course among its hiking trails. "Tucked away just outside Sturbridge on the road to Spencer (rt-49) is one of Mass State Parks nicest little gems... hiking trails galore, disk golf, and swimming nearby," notes a camper at Wells State Park Campground.

    Hiking trails for all levels: Several miles of maintained trails wind through the region's forests. A visitor to West Thompson Lake Campground reports, "You can start hiking the trails around the lake right from campsite. The park rangers and camp staff are super friendly and helpful, and the facilities are kept neat as a pin all the time."

    Boating and fishing opportunities: Multiple ponds and lakes support non-motorized boating within 30 minutes of Paxton. "This campground is fantastic... if you have a boat, you can rent a dock slip too. We love it here!" comments a guest at Pine Acres Family Camping Resort.

    What campers like

    Resort-style amenities: Many cabin accommodations include access to recreation facilities. "The campground is huge and there's always something going on or to do. I highly recommend this place for their rentals or RVers," writes a visitor to Pine Acres Family Camping Resort.

    Wooded cabin sites: Most cabins are positioned in forested settings. A Cold Brook camper notes, "Grounds well kept. Shaded sites. Quiet areas in lower roads with mostly seasonal. Reasonable cost. 30 amp only. Many full hookups. Pet friendly."

    Lake and pond activities: Swimming, fishing, and paddling options exist at multiple locations. "With a full calendar of events (some free, some cost $) you will never be bored. Quiet time is quiet time which is great for families," shares a Pine Acres guest about the activities available.

    What you should know

    Seasonal operation limitations: Most cabin camping options near Paxton have limited availability between November and April. "We stayed for one week. If you stay for 6 days, the 7th is free. Nice pull thru site. Wooded and shady," reports a visitor to Spacious Skies Minute Man.

    Cabin amenity variations: Facilities range from bare-bones shelters to fully-equipped units. "Stayed on an rv site for 1 week this past summer. Had a great time, kids had a blast with the boat rentals and fishing. Saw they have 2 yurts for rent as well," shares a guest at Sutton Falls Camping Area.

    Advance booking requirements: Reservations for cabin units should be made 3-6 months ahead for peak season. "Site seems level for the most part, made of gravel. Heated pool, laundry, Wi-Fi that works, cable, 50 amp FHU. Roads are a little interesting to navigate, and definitely aren't the straight lines on their map!" observes a Minute Man visitor.

    Tips for camping with families

    Pool and splash pad access: Several facilities offer water recreation beyond natural bodies of water. "Clean and updated. Beautiful and fun. Live music and food trucks were available. Pool and splash pad along with sandy beach," shares a Pine Acres visitor about the family-friendly amenities.

    Playground equipment: Most cabin locations maintain play areas for children. At Otter River State Forest, a camper reports, "So clean, quiet, friendly staff, great trails and lots of exploring and lounging by the fire."

    Structured activities calendar: Family programming varies by location and season. "Although the tent sites are a distance from anything, the main areas of the campground are fantastic. With a full calendar of events you will never be bored," notes a Pine Acres camper.

    Tips from RVers

    Site leveling challenges: Some cabin and RV areas require adjustment equipment. "This campground is in a league of their own. Beautiful landscaping and extremely well taken care of. Staff is wonderful. Plenty of activities to keep kids and adults busy all weekend," shares a Pine Acres visitor.

    Road navigation considerations: Interior campground roads may present challenges for larger vehicles. "Very easy to get into Boston by train. Level sites, quiet, and very clean restrooms make this a perfect spot for touring historic Boston, Concord, & Lexington," reports a George Washington State Campground visitor discussing the site layout.

    Off-season availability: Select locations offer cabin accommodations beyond the standard summer season. "Nice campground located in Sturbridge, Massachusetts on walker pond. Brand new bathroom/shower facility this year. Offers hiking, biking, swimming, fishing. Nice and quiet also," notes a Wells State Park camper.

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