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ScoutCoastal Acres Campground
Cozy and Quiet
Provincetown is walking distance (1 mile down a path). We called at the last minute and were able to get in. Very clean, easy, and friendly hosts.
Best Campgrounds near Sagamore Beach, MA
Sagamore Beach in Massachusetts serves as a gateway to Cape Cod camping opportunities, with a mix of state parks and private RV resorts located along the Cape Cod Canal and nearby coastal areas. Scusset Beach State Reservation directly in Sagamore Beach provides primarily RV-focused camping with limited tent sites, while nearby Shawme Crowell State Forest Campground in Sandwich offers a more traditional forest camping experience with tent sites, RV spaces, and yurt rentals. The region includes several established campgrounds catering to both tent and RV campers, with many facilities offering cabin rental options for those seeking more comfort.
Campground availability in the area typically runs from spring through fall, with most facilities closing for winter. Scusset Beach has an extended season for self-contained units when bathrooms are closed. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for summer weekends and holidays when Cape Cod tourism peaks. Many campgrounds feature paved parking pads for RVs, while tent sites may be located in more secluded wooded areas. The proximity to Cape Cod means traffic can be significant, particularly when crossing the Sagamore Bridge during peak season. According to one visitor, "Traffic can be messy in the summer, especially on weekend days," making weekday arrivals preferable.
Camping near the Cape Cod Canal provides distinctive recreational opportunities, with the Cape Cod Canal Bikeway frequently mentioned as a highlight for cyclists. Beach access represents a major draw at Scusset Beach State Reservation, where campers appreciate the clean, white sand beach that is "not nearly as crowded as a majority of the nearby Cape beaches." Several visitors note the contrast between RV and tent experiences, with the RV section described by one camper as "basically a glorified parking lot," while tent sites offer "a fair amount of privacy" with amenities like fire pits and picnic tables. Wind exposure can be significant at coastal sites, making inland forest campgrounds like Shawme Crowell appealing alternatives, though highway noise has been reported at some locations. Campers consistently mention the strategic location as an affordable base for exploring Cape Cod without the premium prices of staying further down the Cape.
Best Camping Sites Near Sagamore Beach, Massachusetts (59)
1. Shawme Crowell State Forest Campground
21 ReviewsSandwich, MA2 milesWebsite+1 (508) 888-0351$17 - $55 / night
"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."
2. Charge Pond Campground — Myles Standish State Forest
19 ReviewsSouth Carver, MA8 milesWebsite+1 (508) 866-2526$17 - $35 / night
"My home away from home, I have been going to Myles Standish state forest to camp swim and critter catch since I was a little girl. Some of my fondest memories were made here."
"Good access to surrounding new England towns."
3. Bourne Scenic Park
13 ReviewsBuzzards Bay, MA5 milesWebsite+1 (508) 759-7873"Bike path along the canal, easy access. Lots of playgrounds for different ages
Bounce pad (in-ground)
Pool
Stair access to canal bike path."
"Bourne Scenic Park is conveniently located near many of Cape Cod’s attractions including beaches, golf courses, historic landmarks, restaurants and shopping. "
4. Scusset Beach State Reservation
8 ReviewsSandwich, MA2 milesWebsite+1 (508) 888-0859$22 - $34 / night
"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."
"State run campground located at beginning of cape cod route 6. The sites can accommodate large rvs and tents. They are dog friendly however, not allowed on beach during peak summer season."
5. Bay View Campground
7 ReviewsBuzzards Bay, MA6 milesWebsite+1 (508) 759-7610"We had originally reserved Site 98 but there was a large rock and tree roots making it challenging to position our van. We were able to move to Site 95 which was much better."
"This place is very friendly people close to the Cap Cod Canal"
6. Peters Pond RV Resort
7 ReviewsForestdale, MA8 milesWebsite+1 (508) 477-1775"Convenient location, beautiful pond on beautiful cape cod, Ma. My family has gone there for years with neighbors and always enjoyed our stay."
7. Cape Cod Campresort & Cabins
12 ReviewsNorth Falmouth, MA14 milesWebsite+1 (508) 548-1458"Nice campground, but need to get sites away from the backside of the pool, street noise is too loud"
"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."
8. Sandy Pond Campground
5 ReviewsBuzzards Bay, MA4 milesWebsite+1 (508) 759-9336"They have great amenities for kids and families, bathrooms are not a long walk/drive from the sites. They have a nice pond area for swimming along with a general store just outside the grounds."
9. Pinewood Lodge Campground
10 ReviewsCarver, MA14 milesWebsite+1 (508) 746-3548$50 - $110 / night
"Very quiet place, beautiful sites nice fireplaces bathrooms are close by and clean. Don’t care for the coin operating showers. Nice camp store and lots of activities for the kids."
"Pond was pretty dirty and you’ll be in close proximity to a shooting range and municipal airport (be wary of noise levels)."
10. Fearing Pond Campground — Myles Standish State Forest
5 ReviewsSouth Carver, MA7 milesWebsite+1 (508) 866-2526$17 / night
"The pond is walking distance with a little beach area, we would absolutely bring our kayaks next time we visit. Beautiful walking trails right outside of the camping area."
"The H loop entrance is closer to the Charge Pond loops and is higher above pond."
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Recent Reviews near Sagamore Beach, MA
509 Reviews of 59 Sagamore Beach Campgrounds
Phillip H.
TravelerBoston/Cape Cod KOA
Koa Cape Cod
Stayed in several KOAs over last few weeks. I would say needs attention. Appearance is not up to standard. Restrooms and grounds are not as clean by comparison.
Kathleen S.ScoutNormandy Farms Campground
Loud and crowded!
Know what you are getting... This is a family resort that charges$20/per night, per person, OVER the two people rate. It is loud, crowded, with golf carts and kids running around. It is a resort campground with pools, frisbee court and etc... This is not a quiet, restful place to stay to visit Boston and the surrounding area or to visit family in town. Entry is gated and controlled. Want to bring your college daughter back after dinner- forget it,$20 for her and$20 her friend, for 1-2 hour visit after 7:00 PM at night! When we return, we will stay at Spacious Skies CG or the state park. The cost and inconvenience is not worth it!
Colin R.
GuideDunes' Edge Campground - Provincetown Camping
Very nice and quiet camp ground.
A very nice and quiet camp ground. 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.
Very friendly staff and clean facilities, and they believe in recycling. Just watch the pot hole on the way in.
- Mindie C.Guide
Cape Cod Campresort & Cabins
Lovely campground
Can’t go wrong with this campground. Well maintained, clean, kind staff and close to everything.
Eddie A.ScoutScusset Beach State Reservation
Great place to Bike and fish and of course enjoy nature
Beautiful place overall Staff are very kind , professional and helpful
- Mindie C.Guide
Coastal Acres Campground
Tight but friendly
Sites are a tight squeeze but the charm is unmistakable. 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. Would come again!
- JJustine I.Guide
Massasoit State Park Campground
Campsite was great, staff was rough
I loved our campsite. But the staff was pretty rude. I was there for a family reunion. I told the staff my mom and dad would be dropping me off the next day, so they added their name to the site as it is a mile walk in. They didn’t give us another car tag, just said if there names were in the site we were good. Next night, we get dropped off in the rain, with a 50 lb bag of dog food and they wouldn’t let me parents take me to my site. Eventually we convinced them of we left my dad and sister at the front gate with them in the pouring rain, my mom could drive us in. They never even checked our reservation to see if the names were in there. Bring a car if you are camping here in a motorhome
SkipperAllen C.TravelerWompatuck State Park Campground
Very nice stopover
Good place to spend the night.It was quiet comfortable and plenty of room between campsites
Guide to Sagamore Beach
Camping near Sagamore Beach, Massachusetts offers access to freshwater kettle ponds and coastal areas with an extended camping season from April through late October. Most campgrounds in the area sit at elevations between 50-100 feet above sea level, with inland forest sites providing better wind protection than coastal locations. Water temperatures in the kettle ponds reach the mid-70s by July, while ocean temperatures remain cooler, typically in the 60s through summer.
What to do
Biking along canal paths: The Cape Cod Canal Bikeway provides a paved 7-mile route accessible from several campgrounds. At Shawme Crowell State Forest Campground, campers can bike directly to nearby trails. According to one visitor, "Great forest. Nothing like the rest of cape cod. Lots of pines and trails through the woods."
Fishing in freshwater ponds: Multiple kettle ponds throughout the area offer fishing opportunities. At Peters Pond RV Resort, one camper notes, "Great fishing and nice clean sites," with bass and perch being common catches.
Swimming in clean, uncrowded waters: Many campgrounds feature swimming ponds or beach access. The pond at Charge Pond Campground offers crystal-clear spring-fed waters. A visitor states, "The pond water was very clear, seeing as they are fed from natural springs under the ponds."
Kayaking and paddling: Several campgrounds rent watercraft or allow you to bring your own. At Pinewood Lodge Campground, sites include "a path down to a little dock on the pond that you could sit and relax on," making it easy to launch kayaks and canoes.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Pinewood Lodge Campground offers "nice and quiet" sites with "vegetation between sites for privacy." Another camper noted their site featured "great views from our site of the pond" while maintaining sufficient separation from neighbors.
Extended camping season: Some campgrounds remain open into late fall. Scusset Beach State Reservation "offers an extended camping season, although the extended season is restricted to self-contained units as the restrooms are turned off," providing opportunities for camping after most Cape facilities close.
Convenient location for day trips: Campgrounds serve as practical bases for exploring Plymouth, Cape Cod, and nearby islands. One camper at Myles Standish State Forest describes it as a "Gateway to Cape Cod" noting it's "a great staging area for day trips to Plymouth and all its history as well as being and easy bike ride to the upper cape."
Beach access without crowds: Scusset Beach features clean, white sand beaches that remain relatively uncrowded. A camper notes the beach is "clean, with beautiful, white, rock-free sand" and "not nearly as crowded as a majority of the nearby Cape beaches."
What you should know
Site levelness varies significantly: Many campgrounds have uneven terrain. At Bourne Scenic Park, "the majority of sites would be a problem for a motorhome to get level without the aid of blocks. In fact, some sites were ridiculously unlevel and took a scary amount of blocks."
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Sagamore Beach, MA?
Which is the most popular campground near Sagamore Beach, MA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Sagamore Beach, MA is Shawme Crowell State Forest Campground with a 3.9-star rating from 21 reviews.
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