Leighton O.
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GuidePawtuckaway State Park Campground
Very nice campground! Some sites right on the lake. Have camped there several times. Lots of space between sites.
RV Camping near Shirley, MA
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RV parks surrounding Shirley accommodate various camping preferences with several options for motorhome travelers. Field and Stream RV Park in Brookline offers year-round camping with full hookups and spacious sites for big rigs. Tuxbury Pond RV Campground in South Hampton features seasonal operations from April to October with water, sewer, and electric hookups on big-rig friendly sites. Camp Coldbrook Golf & RV Resorts in Barre provides 30-amp service on level sites shaded by tall pines, though the campground is not designed for larger rigs. Woodmore Family Campground in Rindge maintains sites open from Mother's Day through mid-October with full hookup capability. "This place is great. Had a delightful stay. Very quiet well-managed place to stay."
Driving conditions vary significantly between RV destinations in the region. Several parks feature narrow interior roads with tight turns that may challenge larger motorhome maneuverability. Seasonal weather impacts road conditions, with some campgrounds closing completely during winter months while others like Field and Stream remain operational year-round with higher rates from October through May. Most parks offer sanitary dump stations, though Hidden Valley RV Park notably lacks this amenity. Cell coverage can be inconsistent throughout the area, particularly at campgrounds situated in more rural settings like Pearl Hill State Park. Many RV parks welcome pets with designated walking areas, though Hidden Valley RV Park prohibits animals. Electrical systems merit attention when selecting sites, as one reviewer warned about electrical issues at Camp Coldbrook: "The electrical system has claimed countless RV components and two total losses."
Best RV Campgrounds near Shirley (114)
1. Tuxbury Pond RV Campground
"Pros: Friendly staff, clean bathrooms, clean grounds, gated campground with card key access in/out of the grounds, 2 pools (closed for the season during our stay), pavilion, activities/entertainment, fairly"
"Beautiful campground, clean facilities, decently priced. The pool, playground, bathrooms, and basketball court were all open and well maintained. We really enjoyed our stay!"
2. Sandy Beach Campground
"Quiet during the weekdays, picks up over weekends but not to overbearing."
"A lot of seasonal people but friendly. Playground is on the beach. They don’t allow sparklers so that was a bummer ok the 4th, but still got to see fireworks . Showers are free. We would stay again!"
3. Woodmore Family Campground and RV Park
"Stayed for over a week off season , mid September. Very quiet during the week , weekend is Party Time when the gang pulls in on Friday Night."
"Week-long stay in our Imagine."
Check Availabilityfrom $42 - $65 / night
4. Camp Coldbrook Golf & RV Resorts
"The campground was large enough to tire out the dogs walking around, staff was friendly, helpful and welcoming!"
Check Availabilityfrom $28 - $58 / night
5. Pine Acres Resort
"Camped with a whole bunch of friends.This place has all of the amenities. As well as countless outdoor activities. Fun for the whole family! Swimming, fishing, hiking, climbing (near by), biking."
6. Field & Stream RV Park
Check Availabilityfrom $95 - $99 / night
7. Hidden Valley RV and Golf Park
"There are 300 camping sites with full hookups. Very reasonably priced at $40 per night. A lot of the campers are seasonal which is May - October each year."
"Nice RV campground with alot of seasonal residents. Plenty of tent sites. On site general store with grill. Fishing and swimming on property along with a club house."
8. Beach Rose RV Park
"Beach Rose RV Park in Salisbury, Massachusetts is a small, friendly, family-owned campground near the beach."
"Owners were helpful on arrival, level concrete pad full hookups. Sites close together but quiet."
9. Douglas Forest RV Resort
"We had an incredible stay at Douglas Forest RV Resort! From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by how peaceful and well-maintained everything was."
"They have a playground, pool, and yard games for the kiddos to use. Wish they had bigger grass sites. I think they will have some in the future."
Check Availabilityfrom $65 - $125 / night
10. Thousand Trails Sturbridge
"Family friendly"
"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."
Drive Time
- 20 min from Worcester, MA
- 44 min from Manchester, NH
- 45 min from Boston, MA
- 1 hr 3 min from Amherst Center, MA
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RV Park Reviews near Shirley, MA
789 Reviews of 114 Shirley Campgrounds
- Leighton O.Guide
Salisbury Beach State Reservation
Great location if you find a site within walking distance of the beach. Sites are very close together and get pretty noisy. You have to really like people to enjoy this camping area. Bathrooms and shower are very clean though.
- Leighton O.Guide
Winter Island Park
Nice location if enjoy walks by the ocean. Staff is very friendly. Bathrooms and showers could use some work.
- jjulie N.
ScoutNormandy Farms Campground
Amazing 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!
- PPatrick
TravelerPawtuckaway State Park Campground
Great spot with all types of different campsites.
- kkevinTraveler
Spacious Skies Minute Man
Beautiful place about an hour from Salem Boston and Plymouth. Be careful getting in Sharp Hill coming up and down lots of scrapes on the ground tight navigation through sites lots of beautiful trees.
Nancy W.
LegendWinter Island Park
Basically a parking lot but with great views!
I’m not going to lie this was a little tricky for big rigs to get to, but with lots of patience and skillful driving, it is doable. Salem is an old New England town so there are many narrow streets and some low clearances. Follow the directions on the parks website as they are designed for RVs– don’t use Google Maps unless you are a small camper. Even getting into the park is kind of challenging because of the way the entrance is laid out with the entrance booth and some low hanging trees. This campground is in a municipal park with a marina, beach, a short walking trail, and picnic areas. The campground has different sections and totally different feels to them. We arrived on a weekend and section we were in the section which is in the parking lot of a busy marina. The parking lot was half full which made for navigating our 45’ bus into our site pretty hard.
No sites have fire pits but you can have a fire if you bring your own above ground pit. Tent sites have picnic tables but nothing else. Some sites you can drive to and have a car onsite and others are non-vehicle access sites (11, 17, 18, 25, 26, 27& 38) in which you have to park in a parking lot. Some RV sites have great water views and others are in a back gravel lot. In my opinion, the best RV sites are 12-16(A-D) because they have a water view. Sites 16B-D are a little tricky for big-rigs to get into because of the tight space. Our site (#13) had a slight downhill slope. We pulled in forward so we could have a view of the harbor which meant the utilities (water electric only) were in the front of our site but we were able to reach without an extension cord. We loved watching the action in the harbor. There is a gazebo by the water which we enjoyed siting under and watching boats go in and out of the harbor while it rained.
There is a nice sandy beach onsite which attracts a lot of day use vistors. The grounds are interesting to walk around as the water views are nice and there is an old fort to explore. Nearby town of Salem Willows is(about½ mile away) is a cute old seaside town with restaurants and arcades. They have a Bluebike rental station which is an easy way to get downtown and explore the area if you don’t have a car.
- KKurt B.Scout
Hampton Beach State Park Campground
Oceanfront camping at its best—full hookups just steps from the beach. Located in popular Hampton Beach, you'll be close to nightly bandshell concerts and vibrant nightlife. There is a lottery system in place for stays during the summer.
Myles T.TravelerSpacious Skies French Pond
Gorgeous pond filled with lily pads!
Guide to Shirley
Camping sites near Shirley, Massachusetts can be found within a 35-mile radius, offering access to both woodland settings and water features. The region experiences distinct seasons with fall camping popular for foliage viewing from mid-September through October. Winter camping options exist at select locations with rates typically higher during cold weather months.
What to do
Pond activities: Tuxbury Pond RV Campground offers boating opportunities on their signature pond. "There is a boating pond," notes one visitor who appreciated the water access alongside amenities like "Horse shoe & Basketball court."
Golfing: Hidden Valley RV and Golf Park features a 9 or 18-hole golf course with equipment rentals available. "The main attraction of this campground is the golf course of 9 or 18 holes. There is a pro shop, golf cart rentals, etc," shares a reviewer who visited this 1300-acre property.
Hiking trails: Douglas Forest RV Resort provides direct access to nearby forest trails. "You're literally steps away from Douglas State Forest, which made morning hikes and evening strolls absolutely magical," reports one camper who enjoyed the natural setting during their stay.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Tuxbury Pond RV Campground earns praise for maintenance. "Friendly staff, clean bathrooms, clean grounds, gated campground with card key access in/out of the grounds," notes one visitor who appreciated the security features and general upkeep.
Swimming options: Sandy Beach Campground offers swimming in their lake. "The sandy beach is nice but the swimming area is quite weedy," mentions one visitor who still rated the family-friendly atmosphere positively.
Seasonal activities: Thousand Trails Sturbridge provides varied recreational opportunities. "There's a lake for swimming, boating, catch and release fishing," reports one camper, while another mentioned, "We had a great time relaxing around the campfire with another family. The playground was a hit for our kids!"
What you should know
Cell service limitations: Cell reception varies significantly across rv sites near Shirley, Massachusetts. "Cell reception is not great. Camp link Wifi for a fee is workable unless you need to do zoom calls," reports a visitor to Thousand Trails Sturbridge, while another camper at Douglas Forest noted stronger Wi-Fi for remote work needs.
Navigational challenges: Beach Rose RV Park provides assistance with parking. "They assist you in getting into your cement pad site and guide you down to your site," explains a camper who appreciated the help given the compact nature of the facility.
Site selection matters: Campgrounds often have varied site quality within the same property. "We might return to the campground again but hopefully would get the choice of picking a more secluded campsite next time," shared a Tuxbury Pond visitor after experiencing less-than-ideal placement near event spaces.
Tips for camping with families
Entertainment options: Sandy Beach Campground offers family-friendly recreation. "We enjoyed our stay. The playground is on the beach. They don't allow sparklers so that was a bummer on the 4th, but still got to see fireworks. Showers are free," reports a family who visited during a holiday weekend.
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