Ada R.
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GuideSweetwater Forest
Great private campground
This property is huge and the staff is very accommodating. Restrooms with showers are clean. And there is a pickleball court!
Tent Camping near Siasconset, MA
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Tent camping options near Siasconset, Massachusetts include several established campgrounds with varying amenities and access points. Sandy Neck Beach Park Primitive Campsites offers a unique beach camping experience with both drive-in and walk-in tent sites, while Wellfleet Hollow State Campground provides a more traditional wooded camping environment. Washburn Island Campsites in the Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Reserve offers boat-access-only primitive tent camping on a small island with water views.
Most tent sites require advance planning as reservations fill quickly during peak summer months. Sandy Neck features backcountry camping options located 3-4 miles from the trailhead, requiring hikers to trek through sand with all gear. Sites typically include picnic tables and fire rings, though amenities vary significantly between locations. Washburn Island has just ten primitive tent sites with composting toilets but no running water. Wellfleet Hollow caters specifically to tent campers with a prohibition on large RVs, offering electric hookups at some sites but maintaining a rustic atmosphere with sites that may be compact or require walking from parking areas.
The tent camping experience near Siasconset provides opportunities for unique coastal access and natural settings. One camper noted that Sandy Neck offers "backcountry camping at Cape Cod" with sites "tucked away from the beach a bit into the brush which provides a nice relief from the wind." Wellfleet Hollow features a tree canopy that provides shade without completely blocking sunlight, and its location allows easy access to Duck Pond and the Cape Cod Rail Trail. For more remote experiences, Washburn Island's boat-in sites offer exceptional solitude, especially during shoulder seasons. A visitor commented that outside July and August, "there were only 1-2 other sites being used," creating a truly primitive tent camping experience with excellent water views and quiet nights.
Best Tent Campgrounds near Siasconset (3)
1. Sandy Neck Beach Park Primitive Campsites
"This is a really cool option for those interested in visiting Cape Cod and also backpacking. The park has 5 dispersed sites located 3-4 miles from the trailhead with picnic tables and an outhouse."
"Took one more trip down for the end of the season, great weather but VERY windy"
Check Availabilityfrom $20 / night
2. Washburn Island Campsites — Waquoit Bay Reserve
"Fire pits at each site with wood on sale at the ranger hut. 1 composting toilet."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $8 - $35 / night
3. Wellfleet Hollow State Campground
"A quiet campground in mid June - sites are close together but not many people this trip, quiet and friendly neighbors. Right on the rail trail."
"We've been camping at Wellfleet Hollow (formerly Paine's Campground) for close to thirty years. "
Check Availabilityfrom $22 - $55 / night
Drive Time
- 1 hr 35 min from Barnstable Town, MA
- 2 hrs 31 min from Boston, MA
- 2 hrs 39 min from Providence, RI
- 3 hrs 28 min from Norwich, CT
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Tent Camping Reviews near Siasconset, MA
184 Reviews of 3 Siasconset Campgrounds
- kkyung B.
ScoutNickerson State Park Campground
Relax
조용하고 편한 캠핑장임니다.
Maria A.GuideSweetwater Forest
tranquility and rest
I've been three times, twice with a tent and once with a trailer, I highly recommend it.
- SStacy M.
TravelerIndianhead Resort
Last minute booking
We 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.
Tracy M.GuideIndianhead Resort
Older, run down campground
We stayed a couple nights at the beginning of the season to open up the camper and while there was still obvious cleaning and grounds work to be done before peak season, the age and condition of the facilities was worn, tired, and needing a deep clean. Roads were pretty rutted in places, and it appears that most of the sites are seasonal occupants rather than transient visitors. Rates are cheaper for full hookups than many other places, but you get what you pay for.
Adam and Suzanne B.GuideUSCG Cape Cod RV
As expected except…
This was camping in a meadow with 4 other campers. The sites are wide open but well- spaced. FHU were fine. Unfortunately, the field hadn’t been mowed in quite a while so it was truly a meadow. Free laundry at Wings Inn was busy but convenient. It was nice to access the pool at the rec center.
- LLourdesGuide
Marthas Vineyard Family Campground
Just like we remembered
Great family campground. The place is very clean. NIce to have both indoor and outdoor showers. The store has plenty of useful items. Staff is friendly and helpful. They have lots of activities and concerts for families. The drive around in a golf cart in the evenings checking on campers and making sure everyone is abiding by the quiet hours. We stayed in a one room cabin with confortable beds.
Robert F.ScoutMaurices Campground
Maurice's on Cape Cod
Location on the lower Cape is excellent, approximately 1/2 way between Chatham and Provincetown (~ 30-40 min) good number of restaurants within 20 minutes, close to Nauset beach and Cape Cod National Seashore visitor center in Eastham. Very quiet in evenings and everyone we encountered (campers and staff) were friendly, we had no safety concerns. We stayed in a site with water, sewer and 30 amp electric, there is free WiFi. Sites are fairly close together and are mostly shaded. A large number of sites are seasonal and there are trailers that are well past their prime and appear not to have been moved (or used this season?) for some time with clutter and deck type set-ups. This is the biggest detractor of the campground imho. Bathroom and showers (free) were clean, shower stalls were on the small side but were fine for my wife and I. Campground has direct access to the Cape Cod Rail Trail which is well maintained for bike riding and walking/running. I understand from speaking with another camper that some changes may be coming to the campground which may hopefully lead to some updates that would elevate this campground from 3 to 4 or 5 stars. I would however stay here again were no changes to be made (location is great).
- SStan M.Scout
Nickerson State Park Campground
Love this Park
This is a great asset to the Cape. We live here and it's great to have such a wonderful park right here. No crossing the bridge is a very high point. This park has it all:
Biking, Hiking, small store, swimming, fishing, kayaking or canoeing and close to town if you have other needs or just want to go eat elsewhere. It also has nice bathrooms and showers.
Guide to Siasconset
Tent camping near Siasconset, Massachusetts offers seasonal considerations that vary throughout the year. Summer temperatures typically range from 65-80°F with higher humidity, while spring and fall bring cooler temperatures between 45-65°F with less crowding. Most campgrounds in the area close after Columbus Day and reopen in mid-May, with reservation windows opening 6 months in advance for peak season dates.
What to do
Swimming at Duck Pond: Wellfleet Hollow State Campground provides walking access to Duck Pond, offering freshwater swimming alternatives to ocean beaches. "You can walk to Duck Pond from the campground. Great Pond and Long Pond are both close by and lovely swimming," notes camper Cal K., who visited in June when many beaches don't require parking stickers.
Stargazing in dark sky areas: Wellfleet Hollow State Campground offers exceptional night sky viewing opportunities away from urban light pollution. "At night you can go out to the power lines for some of the best star gazing on the East Coast," reports a long-time visitor who appreciates this often-overlooked activity.
Biking on Cape Cod Rail Trail: Access the rail trail directly from camp for day trips to nearby towns and attractions. "It's a short bike ride to the Cape Cod Rail Trail which is wonderful," shares a Wellfleet Hollow camper, mentioning that bike rentals are available from nearby shops if you don't bring your own.
What campers like
Beach accessibility: Sandy Neck Beach Park Primitive Campsites offers direct beach access for overnight stays. "This is one of the few places where you can sleep on the beach! The water is on the cold side but it's worth it. Beach camping is a very special thing," reports Matt R., highlighting the distinctive coastal camping experience.
Wildlife encounters: Campers report seeing various wildlife in quieter campgrounds. "Wild turkeys moved through camp during my visit," notes a Wellfleet Hollow camper who stayed in June when the campground was less crowded and peaceful.
Island solitude: Washburn Island Campsites provides boat-access-only camping with minimal crowds during shoulder seasons. "Camped there May 20-25 and there were only 1-2 other sites being used," shares Tim C., emphasizing the peaceful atmosphere outside peak summer months.
What you should know
Site selection considerations: Research site locations and features before booking. "First off, great spot to camp on the Cape for cheap. However, the booking site is a little confusing in terms of if your site will have room for a car. Some don't and you have to park in the parking lot which can be a haul to your site," warns Will A. about Wellfleet Hollow.
Non-resident fee structure: Out-of-state visitors face higher camping fees at state facilities. "The only beef I have is that out of staters have to pay an exorbitant fee relative to people from Massachusetts. That seems a bit unfriendly especially since we are within the boundaries of the National Seashore roughly speaking," notes Tom C. about pricing discrepancies.
Boat access requirements: Some camping areas require watercraft for access. "You need a boat or a ride out there, close to the main land so a canoe/kayak would work," explains a Washburn Island camper, highlighting the transportation planning needed for island camping.
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