Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Russell, MA

Are you planning a camping trip to Russell with your dog? We've got you covered. Finding a place to camp with your dog in Massachusetts has never been easier. Each pet-friendly campsite offers quick access to one or more of Russell's most popular destinations.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Russell, MA (117)

    Camper-submitted photo from Northampton / Springfield KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Northampton / Springfield KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Northampton / Springfield KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Northampton / Springfield KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Northampton / Springfield KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Northampton / Springfield KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from October Mountain State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from October Mountain State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from October Mountain State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from October Mountain State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from October Mountain State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from October Mountain State Forest

    2. October Mountain State Forest

    16 Reviews
    135 Photos
    84 Saves
    Lenox Dale, Massachusetts
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $17 - $140 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Prospect Mountain Campground and RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Prospect Mountain Campground and RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Prospect Mountain Campground and RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Prospect Mountain Campground and RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Prospect Mountain Campground and RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Prospect Mountain Campground and RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Austin Hawes Memorial - American Legion State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Austin Hawes Memorial - American Legion State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Austin Hawes Memorial - American Legion State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Austin Hawes Memorial - American Legion State Forest

    4. Austin Hawes Memorial - American Legion State Forest

    9 Reviews
    4 Photos
    148 Saves
    Riverton, Connecticut

    30 sites in pine woods. Dumping station, bathrooms, showers, fishing. No swimming. One pet/site permitted. *Early season is designated as rustic camping only - no bathrooms, showers or running water available. Portable toilets available. Water is anticipated to be available by May 1st, depending on weather.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $17 - $60 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from White Pines Campsites
    Camper-submitted photo from White Pines Campsites
    Camper-submitted photo from White Pines Campsites
    Camper-submitted photo from White Pines Campsites
    Camper-submitted photo from White Pines Campsites
    Camper-submitted photo from White Pines Campsites

    5. White Pines Campsites

    11 Reviews
    17 Photos
    65 Saves
    Winsted, Connecticut

    White Pines is here to offer camping guests a wonderful campground experience in the beautiful northwest corner of Connecticut. Located in Litchfield County, White Pines is situated in a quiet neighborhood, on top of Wallens Hill, in Barkhamsted. You will find plenty to do during your stay, both on-site and off-site, or you may choose to simply relax at your site. Take a stroll along our Happy Tails Trail, with your pawsome friend, as you head to our dog park. Fish in our stocked pond, or visit the nearby Farmington River for some world class fishing. Join any of our offered activities, or create your own fun times. Whatever you choose, White Pines is a great family campground, where life is simple, friends are plentiful, and campfires burn brightly.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $74 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Campground — D.A.R. State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Campground — D.A.R. State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Campground — D.A.R. State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Campground — D.A.R. State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Campground — D.A.R. State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Campground — D.A.R. State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Lone Oak Camp Sites
    Camper-submitted photo from Lone Oak Camp Sites
    Camper-submitted photo from Lone Oak Camp Sites
    Camper-submitted photo from Lone Oak Camp Sites
    Camper-submitted photo from Lone Oak Camp Sites
    Camper-submitted photo from Lone Oak Camp Sites

    7. Lone Oak Camp Sites

    12 Reviews
    15 Photos
    120 Saves
    Norfolk, Connecticut
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Copake Falls Area — Taconic State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Copake Falls Area — Taconic State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Copake Falls Area — Taconic State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Copake Falls Area — Taconic State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Copake Falls Area — Taconic State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Copake Falls Area — Taconic State Park

    8. Copake Falls Area — Taconic State Park

    20 Reviews
    48 Photos
    146 Saves
    Copake Falls, New York

    Taconic State Park is located along 16 miles of the Taconic Mountain Range and great for camping near New York, sharing a border with Massachusetts and Connecticut. Two developed areas, Copake Falls and Rudd Pond, offer an extensive trail system with terrain that varies from easy to challenging, offering spectacular views. The extensive campground at Copake Falls has sites to accommodate campers seeking a more rustic experience, as well as those seeking a more "home like" experience. There are 45 tent sites, 25 tent platforms, 36 trailer sites and three cabin areas for a total of 106 campsites and 18 cabins. The trailer sites allow trailers up to 30 feet in length, but do not offer hook up facilities. Centrally located restroom and shower facilities are located in all campsite areas. The cabin areas vary in number of cabins, location and size. The smallest cabins accommodate up to 4 people and the largest 6 people. All cabins have electricity, lights, hot and cold running water, a kitchen with a refrigerator and stove, a dining area, a picnic table, and outdoor camp fire ring with grill. The "Ironworkers" cabins are equipped with private showers and flush toilets; campers in the "Bash Bish" cabins utilize a centrally located shower facility with flush toilets. Some cabins in the Greenwich Cabin Area are wheelchair accessible and offer extra amenities such as a microwave, sofa, shower, dishwasher and cable television hookup.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Tolland State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Tolland State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Tolland State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Tolland State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Tolland State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Tolland State Forest

    9. Tolland State Forest

    4 Reviews
    6 Photos
    143 Saves
    Tolland, Massachusetts
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $17 - $54 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Mount Greylock State Reservation
    Camper-submitted photo from Mount Greylock State Reservation
    Camper-submitted photo from Mount Greylock State Reservation
    Camper-submitted photo from Mount Greylock State Reservation
    Camper-submitted photo from Mount Greylock State Reservation
    Camper-submitted photo from Mount Greylock State Reservation

    10. Mount Greylock State Reservation

    15 Reviews
    98 Photos
    138 Saves
    New Ashford, Massachusetts

    Sperry Campground is CLOSED for renovations

    The Main Camping Season at Sperry Road Campground is available by reservation from mid-May through Columbus Day weekend. Fee applies. HIKE IN ONLY - no vehicle access to campground.

    At 3,491 feet, Mount Greylock is the highest point in Massachusetts. From its peak on a clear day, you can see as far as 90 miles away. No matter when you visit, there's plenty to do and see.

    Auto Roads are CLOSED for the WINTER SEASON

    Auto Roads will open for the spring/summer/fall season May 20, 2023 – Oct. 29, 2023

    NOTE - NEW VEHICLE RESTRICTION: Vehicles greater than 22 feet in length are prohibited from travelling on the Mount Greylock Auto Roads and to the Summit

    The Mount Greylock Visitor Center remains accessible to ALL VEHICLES

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $8 - $10 / night

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Recent Dog-Friendly Reviews in Russell

525 Reviews of 117 Russell Campgrounds


  • Ricky H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Onion Mountain Park
    Nov. 5, 2024

    Onion Mountain Park

    Quiet overnight

    Very peaceful overnight camping, no permit required. Small campsite, first come first served basis. Other posts claim you can park right the site, but you can not. It’s up the yellow or blue trail depending on which one you take. However, it’s not a long walk to the parking area from the campsite.

  • SJ W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from NFR 273 Dispersed Camping Spot
    Nov. 1, 2024

    NFR 273 Dispersed Camping Spot

    Beautiful but surprisingly crowded

    Went on a Wednesday night late October and had to drive about 4 miles down the dirt road to find a suitable spot. After what was very quiet and a peaceful place to be. Many pull offs but a lot were too wet for my van and I was afraid of getting stuck. The road itself was in great condition though.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mirror Lake Retreat
    Oct. 31, 2024

    Mirror Lake Retreat

    I stayed up there for work it was nice

    I was only up there for a few days for work. But it was really nice and had great play scale

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Greenwood Lodge & Campsites
    Oct. 15, 2024

    Greenwood Lodge & Campsites

    Beautiful and Well Maintained CG

    What a beautiful and well maintained CG! Great owners, facilities, and amenities. Gravel roads and relatively level gravel sites. There are W/E sites, dry sites, and many secluded tent sites. There are two lakes and another nearby. It is close to many hiking trails. We arrived an hour after the water was turned off due to freezing temps. We were allowed to fill the fresh tank from the lodge. We woke the next day to heavy fog. We would definitely stay here again - for longer than an overnight stay!

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from NFR 273 Dispersed Camping Spot
    Oct. 13, 2024

    NFR 273 Dispersed Camping Spot

    Nice Spot

    The entrance to the road had a sign that said “road closed ahead”. We chanced it and was able to find a really nice open spot right before the road closure. Was a great spot!

  • Missi N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Northampton / Springfield KOA
    Oct. 11, 2024

    Northampton / Springfield KOA

    Cute little campground

    Quiet (besides occasional plane overhead) lots of trees, spacious sites, clean and modern bathrooms and showers, nice friendly helpful staff.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Spacious Skies Woodland Hills
    Oct. 8, 2024

    Spacious Skies Woodland Hills

    Tightly squeezed sites.

    Although sites are squeezed in, it is a nice family campground. However the site I had was steep grade from steps to picnic table. Flat ground area for camper was very narrow.Tricky footing for older folks like my wife and I. Particularly since my wife uses a cane.

  • Elizabeth D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Dingman's Family Campground
    Sep. 30, 2024

    Dingman's Family Campground

    One of the nicest campgrounds!

    Absolutely loved this campground, sites are well spaced and the surrounding area is gorgeous! We had a tent site right on the river and couldn’t have been happier with our stay. Each site has a fire pit and a picnic table. Facilities were exceptionally clean and the camp store was stunning!

  • f
    Camper-submitted photo from Sunset View Farms
    Sep. 21, 2024

    Sunset View Farms

    Lovely spot in the woods

    We booked last minute (2 hours before we arrived) and were met with the friendliest staff ready to help us at 7:30PM and get us checked in. Perfect spot if you don’t mind a 40 minute ride over to The Big E fair which is what brought us out to this part of MA. The restaurant was so nice, and to my surprise more than accommodating as I have celiac, they really went above and beyond. We will definitely be back next summer for a longer stay.

  • katherine B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Forest Lake Campgrounds
    Sep. 17, 2024

    Forest Lake Campgrounds

    People who run it are rude and of their word

    Paid in full for a week in July, we stay here every year. Learned in May that I had cancer and would need surgery and weekly chemo until the end of September. Contacted Forest Lake Campground in May to cancel reservation, discussed options and was told we could carry our week over for later. Just received the all clear from my Dr today. Called to make reservations and was told they would not honor our already paid week. They said we would not get our money back either. Won’t stay here again as they are not people of their word.

  • Jacob D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Fernwood Forest Campground
    Sep. 15, 2024

    Fernwood Forest Campground

    Great and Friendly

    This campground has a lot of amenities for what you pay. You can get a site with just water, or electric and water. Can do RV or tent. Warm showers and playground for kids with communal areas. Quiet and dark both nights and the staff is very friendly, the campground is in the family. Will definitely stay here again!

  • carol T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Waters Edge Family Campground
    Aug. 23, 2024

    Waters Edge Family Campground

    BEWARE WATERS EDGE CAMPGROUNDS THEY WILL KEEP ALL YOUR MONEY

    JUNE 30,2024  my husband & I were seasonals at waters edge campground Lebanon Connecticuit  gave them a 30 day notice we were leaving this place wasnt for us just awful the owners are just money hungey thieves they told us they were keeping our deposit wich we expected because it says non refundable deposit so okay fine but we paid for the whole season its open april15 to october15 gave a 30 day notice left june 30 they refused to give us back the money for july ,august,september,to october 15 they ket 750 plus 2500 dollars told us were not getting our money back So iam sure they rented the site thats double dipping so fair warning I dont want this to happen to anyone else they will Rob you blind oh and they broke our ice maker when they dewinterized our trailer and never owned up to it came down to my floor in camper soaked with water from my freezer and didnr bother to clean tthe mess and said  it must have been broken nefore so they are also dirty liars I didnt want to even give a one star rating but had to put somethin i give the a big fat 0

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Woodford State Park Campground
    Aug. 19, 2024

    Woodford State Park Campground

    3 night getaway

    Had a pleasant stay at Woodford State Park. Sites near T38 have a great elevated view of the reservoir. Also a nice loop trail for those looking to do a little bit of hiking.

  • SomadNomad M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Granville State Forest
    Aug. 17, 2024

    Granville State Forest

    Gotta chance

    Dyrt says $17-$54 went through all the hoops to book one for tonight said $17 per night went to check out expecting a few extra fees, $58.50.....that's over the max advertised....DYRT YOU NEED TO GO THROUGH AND DELETE BAD ENTRIES. YOU ARE A DISSAPOINTMENT.

  • SomadNomad M.
    Camper-submitted photo from October Mountain State Forest
    Aug. 17, 2024

    October Mountain State Forest

    WHAT!?

    First off no same day reservations or walk ups allowed, second it yells you that the fee is $17.50 per site, I expected a little added extra fee for booking etc.... check out was $58.50 per night. I would have if they weren't so manipulative about it.

  • Emily F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Copake Falls Area — Taconic State Park
    Jul. 29, 2024

    Copake Falls Area — Taconic State Park

    Perfect for a chill weekend with friends

    I can here to spend time with friends and i feel like we got lucky with our site. It had a nice wooded area behind us and felt more private than some of the other site.

    The swimming there felt really clean and I loved the dock. Close to great hiking.



Guide to Russell

Explore the great outdoors with your furry friends at some of the best pets-allowed camping spots near Russell, Massachusetts. These campgrounds offer a variety of amenities and activities that cater to both you and your pets.

Pet owners like the variety of amenities available

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Russell

  • Enjoy fishing and hiking opportunities at Granville State Forest, where your pets can join you on the trails and by the water.
  • Austin F. Hawes Memorial Campground is located right by a river, making it an ideal spot for a refreshing swim with your dog after a day of exploring.
  • At Tolland State Forest, you can take advantage of the waterfront sites and enjoy activities like kayaking and canoeing with your pet by your side.

Dog owners appreciate the welcoming environment

  • Beartown State Forest features rustic campsites and friendly staff, ensuring a pleasant experience for both you and your pet.
  • Fernwood Forest Campground is known for its clean facilities and quiet atmosphere, making it a great choice for a peaceful getaway with your furry companion.
  • Prospect Mountain Campground and RV Park offers spacious sites and a friendly community, perfect for socializing with other pet owners while enjoying nature.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Russell, MA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Russell, MA is Northampton / Springfield KOA with a 4.2-star rating from 12 reviews.

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