1 campground with availability this weekend
Daughters of the American Revolution State Forest Campground provides wooded, spacious pet-friendly sites with multiple accommodation options for camping with dogs. The campground features fire rings with adjustable cooking grates, picnic tables, and access to hiking trails suitable for leashed pets. Both tent and RV campers can bring their dogs to this quiet, family-oriented destination where sites are roomy enough to set up multiple tents without feeling crowded. Most fellow campers respect the quiet hours, which helps create a peaceful environment for pets who may be sensitive to noise. The bathrooms and shower facilities are well-maintained, though campers should note there are limited shower stalls for the entire campground.
Pet owners appreciate the extensive trail system accessible directly from the campground, including the 0.6-mile hike to a fire tower offering panoramic views. Laurel Lake provides water recreation opportunities, though pets must be leashed at all times near the water areas. The campground's separate campers-only beach area offers a quieter alternative to the main public beach during peak season. For those traveling with RVs, Northampton/Springfield KOA and Country Aire Campgrounds both welcome pets and provide full hookup sites. Both locations maintain clean facilities and family-friendly atmospheres while accommodating dogs. Cell service can be limited or non-existent in several pet-friendly campgrounds in the region, particularly at Erving State Forest, so pet owners should plan accordingly when needing to contact veterinary services.
"Private, wooded sites with proximity to clean bathrooms/showers. We stayed at site #3 and it was a great location with an easy walking path to the bath house and privacy between sites."
"Wish all fellow campers with dogs would leash them at all times per the campground rules, and clean up after their dog(s). Very family friendly."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $17 - $35 / night
"We stayed in the cabins and they were clean, and we liked our proximity to the pool."
"I’m more of a quite, in-the-middle-of-nowhere kind of camper, so I tend to shy away from commercial campgrounds, but it was easier for me to commute from the KOA than from home when work was crazy because"
"We only live about 20 minutes away from this campground, we had a nice shady spot. The owners of this campground very friendly courteous and Knowledgeable of the local area."
"We are very close to Berkshire East, in a small town of Shelburne Falls. This place is very quiet even with all the kids."
"Beautiful surrounding area! Cons- swimming isn't allowed in the river! It's crystal clear and deep in spots right next to camp sites. Crushing blow that we couldn't play in it. Sites pretty tight."
"Close to highways."
"Only real annoyance was dealing with set up and take down of the campsite- you check in at the office, grab a key to unlock the gate, drive to the campground, unlock gate, drive through gate, lock gate"
from $22 - $30 / night
"Situated by a beautiful lake and access to several hiking trails. "
"Friends told me about this little gem in north central Massachusetts, not far from Rt 2. The big draw here is the pond, with the public beach on one side and lined with private cabins on the other. "
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $17 / night
"This campground is just off of Rt2 in the beautiful Berkshires of western Massachusetts. The campground is well kept, and quiet but the sites are very close together."
"This is a great campground located off of highway 2 in western Mass."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $17 - $75 / night
"This campground is pretty centrally located with easy access to grocery stores, gas, and the highway. It is down a quiet road far enough that you do not hear any traffic noise."
"There are 3 nice and short trails, 2 with a great view and the other that is quite steep down to a swimming hole."
"Tully Lake Campground is located in Royalston, MA, which is a northern part of Central Massachusetts, near the New Hampshire border."
"Volleyball and horseshoes are near the entrance. You may purchase firewood. The bathrooms offer flush toilets and a single shower on each site, plus a dishwashing sink outside."
from $40 / night
ScoutIt was dark. I arrived after 7p. There were 3 rv camps already going on. All 3 had camp fires. Many fire rings for many groups. No hassles at all. It's off the beaten path but worth it. The first 4 camp sites were open. Made a fire. Ate some food. I got a good night sleep. Nothing ate me or attacked me so that's 5 star in my book.
ScoutAfter a busy few weeks, this was exactly the break we needed. The kids went swimming, we did some fishing, and everyone came home tired in a good way lol.
ScoutWhite Pines made a really good home base for our trip. We spent most of the days checking out different spots around northwest Connecticut and came back here in the evenings. Made dinner outside, had a fire, and just relaxed. The campground itself had everything we needed without having to make a bunch of extra trips into town.
ScoutWe brought our camper up for the weekend and the kids immediately wanted to go to the pool.😂 They also loved the fishing pond and exploring around the campground. There was plenty to keep them busy while we got some actual downtime.
ScoutOne thing I really liked was having wifi when we needed it. Nice to be able to check in on work and then put the phone away and enjoy the rest of the day.
ScoutNice campground with a good mix of activities. We went fishing one morning, spent the afternoon at the pool and had a fire that night. Pretty much a perfect camping day.
ScoutWe stayed in a cabin and it worked out perfectly for us. Spent the days exploring the area and came back in the evening to cook and hang out. Would definetly do it again.
ScoutGreat campground for families. Lots for the kids to do and plenty of places to just sit and relax.
ScoutWe came up for a few days and ended up spending way more time at the campground than we planned. The kids liked the pool and fishing pond, and we enjoyed having a fire at night. Nice little getaway.
Daughters of the American Revolution State Forest Campground sits approximately 1,400 feet above sea level in the western Massachusetts highlands. The forest covers over 1,500 acres of mixed hardwood forest with multiple small waterways feeding Laurel Lake. Summer temperatures typically range from 65-85°F, though evening temperatures can drop into the 50s even in July.
Kayaking and fishing at Upper Highland Lake: The lake at Tully Lake Recreation Area offers excellent water recreation opportunities beyond swimming. "We rented kayaks right at the campground for a paddle around Tully Lake. Great trip! We will be returning," notes Megan G. The campground provides equipment rental directly on site.
Geocaching adventures: Several campgrounds feature hidden caches for tech-savvy explorers. "We spent some time on the hiking trails and found plenty of geocaches, which was awesome," shares Cynthia K. about DAR State Forest. The area's varied terrain makes for interesting cache locations.
Visit Shelburne Falls: Located near Country Aire Campgrounds, this charming town offers attractions beyond camping. "We are very close to Berkshire East, in a small town of Shelburne Falls," mentions Jason A. The town features the famous Bridge of Flowers and glacial potholes.
Private, spacious sites: Many campers appreciate the room to spread out. "Site #44 is HUGELY HUGE. Seriously, you could put down three tents and a couple of campers and not feel crowded," explains Alan about DAR State Forest. Most sites accommodate multiple tents comfortably.
Waterfront camping options: Several campgrounds feature lakeside sites. "We camped at site 1, which was HUGE and extremely private. Sites closer to the water that we saw were less private, but still very peaceful and spread out," reports Megan G. about Tully Lake Recreation Area.
Cart-in camping experience: At some campgrounds, the car-free atmosphere enhances the experience. "No cars at all at the campsites, which was great for peace of mind as our toddler roamed around. It also made for a super quiet stay," notes Megan G. about Tully Lake. Wheelbarrows and carts are provided for transporting gear.
Limited cell service: Many campgrounds in the region have spotty coverage. "This campground is in an area that has no cell reception for most carriers and there is no wi-fi," warns Cynthia K. about DAR State Forest. Erving State Forest Campground similarly notes "there is zero cell service."
Price differentials for out-of-state visitors: Some state parks charge significantly more for non-residents. "I don't mind paying a little extra some places because of being out of state, but paying $54 a night for not even any hookups when MA residents pay $17 is insane," cautions Lucy P. about DAR State Forest.
Shower availability: Limited shower facilities can be an issue at peak times. "Only 1 shower station which isn't always convenient," notes Melissa B. about DAR State Forest. At Tully Lake, quarters are required for hot showers, available 24/7.
Playground access: Families with children benefit from dedicated play areas. "They have a pool they have games we even have a hayride pulled by a tractor," shares Jason A. about Country Aire Campgrounds. The playground is newly renovated according to camper reports.
Bear safety education: Several campgrounds have bear populations, making them educational opportunities. "They do run dogs through the campground once a week or so to scare the poor critters away, but they say they have never had an issue in the last fifteen years," explains Alan about DAR State Forest. Most campsites provide bear boxes for food storage.
Holiday weekend programming: Special events run during peak holiday times. At Northampton/Springfield KOA, "They had a Halloween/trick or treat night, fire truck rides it's very kid friendly," reports Celeste C. Jason A. adds they offer "hayless rides and fire truck rides" during fall foliage season.
Site size considerations: While most campgrounds accommodate RVs, size restrictions apply. "Not sure I'd try a really big rig here, but our little 16' trailer fit in great. I don't see any pull through sites, but I didn't see them all," advises Joe S. about Mohawk Trail State Forest Campground.
Limited hookup options: Many dog friendly campgrounds near South Deerfield have partial hookups only. "All campsites are grass, fire rings and different size lots from tents to big rigs," notes Jason A. about Travelers Woods of New England, which does offer full hookups for larger vehicles.
Narrow parking areas: Some campgrounds have specific parking challenges. "Very narrow parking areas on the sites," warns Cynthia K. about DAR State Forest. RVers should consider site locations relative to bathroom facilities when booking.
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