2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Scusset Beach State Reservation and Shawme Crowell State Forest accommodate glamping enthusiasts with distinctive accommodation options positioned near Cape Cod Bay. The glamping sites feature electricity hookups, water access, and climate control amenities that elevate the outdoor experience beyond traditional camping. A visitor noted, "The campground is very clean and well maintained, the staff is very friendly. The showers are clean, free and the water is hot." Shawme Crowell offers yurt rentals nestled among towering white pines, providing a secluded retreat with natural pine needle flooring that adds to the comfort. Both locations maintain proximity to beaches, hiking trails, and the Cape Cod Canal, creating an ideal balance of natural immersion with modern comforts.
The Cape Cod Canal Bikeway connects directly to these glamping destinations, offering scenic cycling adventures along the waterway. Glamping guests enjoy easy access to Sagamore Beach and the boardwalk across sea grass marshlands, perfect for nature photography and wildlife viewing. "One guest shared, "We had an amazing stay at Shawme Crowell State Forest. The campsite we had was very large, private and shady." Safari-style accommodations at these locations are available seasonally, with peak booking from April through October, though some sites remain open later in the season for self-contained units. The Heritage Museum and Gardens, located adjacent to Shawme Crowell, provides 100 acres of flowering gardens as an additional attraction for glampers seeking cultural experiences between outdoor adventures. Fishing opportunities abound both at the canal and nearby beaches, with equipment rentals available seasonally.
"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."
Available this weekend
from $17 - $55 / night
"The campground doesn't have hook ups, but there is a dump station with water and water available around the loops. The lower part of the camp ground is set up in different loops."
"The staff were really friendly and helpful, gave us a map to our site and sold us a couple of bundles of chemical free wood to burn for only about $5."
from $17 - $35 / night
"The staff from the front desk to the front gate are incredibly friendly and welcoming!"
"Bourne Scenic Park is conveniently located near many of Cape Cod’s attractions including beaches, golf courses, historic landmarks, restaurants and shopping. "
"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."
Available this weekend
from $22 - $34 / night
"They did not require booking 1+ days in advance as some other campsites and they even upgraded our site from just water and electric to include sewer and a pull through!"
"Close to Plymouth Center and Cape Cod. Just a 1/2 mile away is a great nature walk to the ocean. We have been here 4-5 times now as for us it’s a great little weekend getaway location."
from $35 - $75 / night
"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."
"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."
"They have glamping sites, which include full hookup, fire pit with chairs, octagon shaped picnic table and stone patio for your rv front door."
"Hot showers were awesome (.25 cents per 3 minutes) and the stone fire pits were a hit."
"Our patio area was fairly large with no other sites next to it, just a road. We chose a 50A/water pull thru site and the electric was good at 124 volts on each leg."
from $50 - $110 / night
"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
"Had a gas grill, table and chairs, a glider and fire pit."
"Site 309 Pull thru with fire-pit , cement pad gas grill , chairs and table ,level site with grass for dog not all sandy Lots shade trees"
ScoutAmazing amenities and activities here. Staff is great. Lots of room for big rigs. Tent spots are shady while other ones are sunnier. They have rentals such as log cabins/ A-frames to rent also. Hot tubs and pools too!
GuideThis property is huge and the staff is very accommodating. Restrooms with showers are clean. And there is a pickleball court!
ScoutClose to town and beaches
GuideI can understand why this place is rated one of the best campgrounds in the country. This was my first time camping here with my own RV and it did not disappoint. Our site was spacious, and centrally located within the campground, they have all the amenities you can imagine living up to that “resort” title. Ranging from multiple pools, hot tubs, courts, pavilions, playgrounds, etc. the cell service was great, they offer WiFi, and much more. I love the store, it gives off that Great Wolf Lodge feel, and it has everything inside you may need. Including a little hidden café that surprisingly made good lattes. This place is massive, and I’ve never seen a campground that had as many million dollar RV’s in one place. That atmosphere is just great here. There is so much to do. It’s so big you need an e-bike just to get around. Resort-style campgrounds like this come at a steeper price compared to others, but in my opinion, Normandy was well worth the cost. We look forward to revisiting, often!
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ScoutAnother wonderful month long vacation at Coastal Acres Campground! Anna and the wonderful staff made our visit a pleasure. We needed an air conditioner repaired/replaced during our stay. Anna and Rob gave us a list of local mobile RV repair Companies. They also lended a fan to us to use until the repair was completed. We can't thank them enough for everything they did to help make our stay comfortable and fun! We will be back!!
TravelerWe came in the day after Labor Day ~ after 280 rv’s checked out ~ so it may not have been as peaceful over the weekend, but I heard everyone had lots of fun. The grounds are beautiful!
GuideI've been three times, twice with a tent and once with a trailer, I highly recommend it.
TravelerWe had to book last minute due to an unforeseen issue with a different booking. They did not require booking 1+ days in advance as some other campsites and they even upgraded our site from just water and electric to include sewer and a pull through! They don't have all the bells and whistles and the bath house could do with some upgrades, but the staff are friendly and so far people are friendly too, even when our small dog was barking, our site neighbors were unperturbed and awarded our little fearful guy some grace.
Sagamore Beach, Massachusetts is perched where Cape Cod Bay meets the mainland, positioned just north of the Cape Cod Canal at 41.7° N latitude. The area experiences moderate coastal temperatures ranging from 70-80°F in summer and 30-40°F in winter, with Atlantic humidity creating frequent morning fog. Most glamping sites near Sagamore Beach remain open through mid-October, though some offer extended seasons with limited amenities after the main tourist season.
Canal biking: 7-mile scenic route along the Cape Cod Canal Bikeway connecting Sagamore to Buzzards Bay. "Nice place right over the Cape Cod Canal. Spent many summers here as a kid and was fun to return with my family," notes Douglas L. about Shawme Crowell State Forest Campground.
Freshwater swimming: multiple kettle ponds with sandy beaches and clear spring-fed water. "The pond water was very clear, seeing as they are fed from natural springs under the ponds," says Kyle C. about Charge Pond Campground, noting how the department of conservation drives around several times daily.
Canal fishing: striped bass and bluefish during seasonal runs from May through October. "If you like fishing this is your place," explains Rick R. about Bourne Scenic Park, which sits directly on the Cape Cod Canal offering prime fishing access without needing a boat.
Nature photography: early morning wildlife viewing along marsh boardwalks and conservation trails. "The beach is clean, with beautiful, white, rock-free sand," describes Rachel P., mentioning that Scusset Beach is "not nearly as crowded as a majority of the nearby Cape beaches and rather quiet."
Privacy between sites: wooded camping areas with natural buffers. "We had an amazing site with a large patio and while we were there just before the park closed for the season it was very quiet," notes a visitor about Bourne Scenic Park, which features 465 sites spread throughout the property.
Clean shower facilities: free hot water at select campgrounds. "The showers are clean, free and the water is hot. I would definitely come back," shares Michi P. about Scusset Beach State Reservation, emphasizing the staff friendliness and level camping pads.
Seasonal activities: programmed events from Memorial Day through Labor Day. "They have glamping sites, which include full hookup, fire pit with chairs, octagon shaped picnic table and stone patio for your RV front door," explains Stacy M. about Cape Cod Camp Resort, adding they offer "mini golf for $3 all day" among other amenities.
Easy access to attractions: central location for exploring the region. "The campground is located in the adorable town of Sandwich, full of beautiful colonial houses and cute shops and restaurants. It's also in Cape Cod so getting to Provincetown, only takes about an hour," explains Kristen B. from Shawme Crowell State Forest.
Limited tent sites at some locations: reservations required months in advance. "There are only 5 designated tent sites during the peak season, so if you want to tent camp here, you'd best make a reservation well in advance," advises Jean C. about Scusset Beach, explaining that "You cannot reserve an RV site for just a tent."
Traffic and noise considerations: proximity to bridges and highways. "Some sites were ridiculously unlevel and took a scary amount of blocks," warns one reviewer about Bourne Scenic Park, while Tim C. notes about Shawme Crowell that "It is also very close to Rt 6 so the traffic noise is almost constant especially Friday nights. Not recommended for light sleepers."
Alcohol regulations vary: state parks prohibit alcohol. "When you are sitting by the campfire, sometimes, chilling with a beer or another adult beverage is nice. Not in Massachusetts State Parks. No alcohol allowed," mentions Randy R. about Charge Pond Campground — Myles Standish State Forest.
Extended season limitations: facilities close progressively. "Scusset Beach offers an extended camping season, although the extended season is restricted to self-contained units as the restrooms are turned off," explains Jean C., providing important information for late-season glampers.
Playground access: multiple play areas for different age groups. "If you have young kids, they'll love the new playground area," recommends Jean C. about Shawme Crowell, while Anne M. notes that Cape Cod Campresort & Cabins has "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."
Swimming options: ponds vs. ocean depending on children's ages. "The campground is within driving distance of great fishing, biking and tourist areas," explains Paula T. about Shawme Crowell, which lacks on-site swimming but provides access to nearby beaches.
Educational opportunities: nearby museums and historical sites. "The park is approximately one hour from Boston, Providence and a 30 minute ride to the ferry terminal taking you to Martha's Vineyard or Nantucket," notes a reviewer about Bourne Scenic Park, highlighting its convenient location for day trips.
Spacing between sites: select areas with adequate room for family setups. "The tent sites tend to be on short spurs that may be hilly and uneven, so would be difficult to navigate with a trailer or larger vehicle," warns Jean C. about Shawme Crowell, providing important site selection advice.
Leveling challenges: bring blocks for uneven terrain. "Leveling was not an issue for us in our site (C-25) but the majority of sites would be a problem for a motorhome to get level without the aid of blocks," warns a camper about Bourne Scenic Park, noting the varied site configurations.
Extended season camping: self-contained units welcome at select locations. "The RV sites have paved parking pads and picnic tables, but the area to the side of the parking pads sometimes slopes away, so it's less usable for chairs, etc.," explains Jean C. about Scusset Beach Reservation.
Hookup variations: water/electric/sewer configurations differ by campground. "Sites are nice and level and large. Vegetation between sites for privacy," notes Amie C. about Pinewood Lodge Campground, though she cautions "there are signs posted No dogs allowed on the road to the beach or other areas in the campground, limits walking."
Site selection strategy: research specific loop characteristics. "Some locations offer less space between campsites, some more," Kyle C. explains about Myles Standish State Forest, recommending weekday visits when "the 7 closest spots to us were empty, it was like having the woods to ourselves."
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