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Best Campgrounds near Wendell, MA

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The wooded landscapes surrounding Wendell, Massachusetts feature several established campgrounds within state forests and recreational areas. Tully Lake Recreation Area, rated 4.7 stars, offers tent camping on walk-in sites with some waterfront access, while Erving State Forest Campground provides tent and RV camping alongside Laurel Lake. Other nearby options include Otter River State Forest with tent, RV, and cabin accommodations, and Lake Dennison Recreation Area with both tent and RV sites. These mixed-use campgrounds generally operate from May through October, serving as gateways to the region's forested terrain and waterways.

Most developed campgrounds in the area require reservations, especially during summer weekends and holidays when sites fill quickly. Several state forest campgrounds have limited cell phone reception, with visitors noting this can be either a drawback or benefit depending on personal preference. Camping seasons typically run from late May to early October, with some locations closing after Labor Day weekend. Amenities vary widely across locations, from basic tent platforms with fire rings to more developed sites with electric hookups, showers, and sanitary facilities. "Cell phone coverage is faint to nonexistent on Verizon. You may want to download offline maps before you head out here," noted one camper about the Federated Women's Club State Forest area.

Water access represents a key attraction at several campgrounds near Wendell. Tully Lake features boat-in camping options and some sites offer direct entry into the lake for swimming and paddling. Reviews consistently praise the lake-oriented activities, with many campers mentioning the rental availability of canoes and kayaks. At Erving State Forest, the beach area draws swimmers during summer months, though some campgrounds impose restrictions on water activities. Many visitors appreciate the cart-in nature of Tully Lake Campground, which one reviewer described as creating "a super quiet stay" without cars at the campsites. State forest campgrounds like Otter River provide more traditional drive-up sites but with varying levels of privacy between campsites, which reviews suggest can impact the camping experience during busy periods.

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Best Camping Sites Near Wendell, Massachusetts (158)

    1. Tully Lake Recreation Area (MA) — Tully Lake

    9 Reviews
    Royalston, MA
    11 miles
    +1 (978) 249-9150

    $40 / night

    "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."

    2. Lake Dennison Recreation Area Campground

    14 Reviews
    Foster Lake, OR
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 297-1609

    $17 - $35 / night

    "The loop closer to the entrance has a lot of private sites. Although if you have one closer to the main road, it is quite noisy with road sounds. But many of the sites in the middle are more quiet."

    "As a caveat, waterfront in this instance was more of a water view as the lake was on the other side of the campground road and a large open area with trees."

    3. Otter River State Forest

    14 Reviews
    Baldwinville, MA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 939-8962

    $17 - $55 / night

    "Swimming in a pond or a short drive to a bigger lake (camping pass covers both). One of my favorites. It's kind of a hidden gem in north central Massachusetts."

    "I loved it here, it was a great little campground for massachusetts"

    4. Erving State Forest Campground

    3 Reviews
    Erving, MA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 544-7745

    $17 / 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. "

    5. Ashuelot River Campground

    18 Reviews
    West Swanzey, NH
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 357-5777

    $47 - $70 / night

    "We had easy access to trails that went along the river behind some of the sites with a few paths down to the river. Everyone we encountered was friendly and respectful."

    "Large, open campground surrounded by the Ashuelot River. Friendly owners who go around delivering wood and ice to guests given the pandemic right now."

    6. Barton Cove Campground

    2 Reviews
    Greenfield, MA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 863-9300

    $22 - $30 / night

    "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"

    7. Fort Dummer State Park Campground

    12 Reviews
    Brattleboro, VT
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 254-2610

    "There are 3 nice and short trails, 2 with a great view and the other that is quite steep down to a swimming hole."

    "We had site 30, which looked to be one of the best sites available (and the lean-tos next to site 30 also looked great). Most sites on this side of the loop were private, forested, and spacious."

    8. Travelers Woods Of New England, Inc

    1 Review
    Greenfield, MA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 648-9105

    "This is a campground close to where we live. It’s right off interstate 91. The owners are very friendly and courteous. Had a small store a small tv room, clean bathrooms and showers ."

    9. Pine Acres Family Camping Resort

    15 Reviews
    Rutland, MA
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 882-9509

    $70 - $115 / night

    "Miles and miles of country/forests surrounding pine acres, however pulling in you’ll soon realize how much goes on inside the campground."

    "Although the tent sites are a distance from anything, the main areas of the campground are fantastic. With a full calendar of events (some free, some cost $) you will never be bored."

    10. Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) State Forest Campground

    10 Reviews
    Goshen, MA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 268-7098

    $17 - $35 / night

    "There is a campers only beach on upper highland lake that was easy walking distance from the campsite and fishing opportunities there as well."

    "Public beach area is small but you can find your own quiet spot away from the crowd. sites book up quick so reserve early!"

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  • Carroll K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2025

    Gus's Gardens Camping

    It was quite and peaceful

    We enjoyed our stay with Gus very much. With the email to confirm our stay, there were excellent directions to get there. It is behind his home by a lake with creek nearby. There is also a hiking trail. We had no problems. If we are in the area again, we would camp here again.  Thanks

  • Keith L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 9, 2025

    Jamaica State Park Campground

    Great Camping Experience at Jamaica State Park

    This was our second stay at this Vermont State Park. It was a great three days. The park rangers were tremendous in ensuring we had a great visit. They worked with us to get the right site. The bathroom facilities, while rustic, were clean. There is a plethora of things to do in the park itself and in the local community. Nonetheless, it starts and ends with the management of the campground. Lauren, the campground manager, and her team of professionals, do a great job. We will definitely return.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 2, 2025

    Ashuelot River Campground

    Nice ‘n Easy campground

    We stayed for 3 days off season so not busy. Sites located along the river are wooded, field sites are very open great for seeing the stars at night. Sites have fire rings with excellent airflow for good burning with low smoke. Hook ups are in great condition for power, water, sewer. Showers and bath house on site. Laundry and game room at office area. Office staff was very helpful and they’re open later into the day til 7 PM. Good firewood and large bundle delivered for $15 to your site. We passed over this site on our first trip to the area but are glad we came here and we’re planning to return. Follow the website directions to get here as there are covered bridges in the area with low Clearance and low weight limits.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Branch Pond on National Forest Hwy

    Amazing camping spots with fire pits!

    Tons of different styles of camping spots (if you get there while its still sunlight you can pick a spot by a flowing stream/river). No public bathrooms, no hookups, I personally didn’t have service.

  • PThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2025

    NF 83 - riverside

    NF83

    Great camping site. The road into the site was pretty rough.

  • Rae-Ann W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 29, 2025

    Ashuelot River Campground

    Another great trip to Ashuelot River Campground

    We spent another great weekend at the Ashuelot River Campground. We recently purchased a new-to-us camper and wanted to get in a trip or two before putting it away for the winter. This was our 2nd visit to Ashuelot.

    We were in site 59, a pull-through with water and 30/50 amp service. The site was level and easy to get into and park. We were in a fully wooded area on the left side of the campground, which we prefer. They have sites located in fully open areas, as well as some that are partially wooded and have river access. There is a nice mix.

    Having good weather, we took a lazy tube ride from one side of the campground to the other. It has been quite dry in the area, so they are experiencing a drought. However, a little rain in the week got the river moving a bit. We were able to enjoy a nice, slow drift around the campground.

    We thoroughly enjoyed our time again and will definitely be back.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 25, 2025

    Statton Pond Camp on Forest Road 71

    Amazing Numerous Free Dispersed Camping!

    Easy to get to, had service the whole time, fire pits for every spot. I did see a huge blackbear. I didn’t see any bathrooms.

  • Rachael K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 22, 2025

    Gus's Gardens Camping

    Nice weekend getaway

    This place was really nice. Easy to pull our 20ft camper in. Two minutes drive to the very cute town of Wilmington. Good places to eat there. The campsite was really private. Had a picnic table and fire pit. The pond was sweet and the Deerfield Valley Trail is right off the campsite. We would definitely like to stay there again.

  • Michael
    Sep. 20, 2025

    The Quarry Campground

    The Quarry Campground

    Very quiet. At night all you can hear is the crackling of the campfire.

Guide to Wendell

Camping near Wendell, Massachusetts, offers a mix of beautiful nature and cozy campgrounds. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family adventure, there are plenty of options to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking: There are great trails nearby, especially at October Mountain State Forest. One camper mentioned, "The trails were completely perfectly maintained with some 2x6 boards over the muddy bits so our boots didn't get wet."
  • Fishing: If you enjoy fishing, October Mountain State Forest is close to the Housatonic River, which is perfect for catch and release. A reviewer noted, "This campground is very close to the Housatonic (catch and release only!)"
  • Exploring local towns: Check out nearby towns like Lee and Lanesborough for local shops and eateries. One visitor to Mt. Greylock Campsite Park said, "There is a nice shop just around the corner, north on Rte 7, with all sorts of food, drink and locally made gifts."

What campers like:

  • Spacious sites: Campers appreciate the roomy sites at Spacious Skies Minute Man. A reviewer shared, "The sites were ample size and space for our rig and needs."
  • Clean facilities: Many campers rave about the cleanliness of the bathrooms and showers. One camper at George Washington State Campground said, "Bathrooms were very clean with hot showers."
  • Friendly staff: Campers often mention the welcoming atmosphere. A visitor at Woodford State Park Campground noted, "The staff was friendly and helpful, with park rangers making regular rounds."

What you should know:

  • No same-day reservations: At October Mountain State Forest, you can't make same-day reservations or walk-ups. A camper expressed frustration, saying, "First off no same day reservations or walk ups allowed."
  • Limited cell service: Many campgrounds, like Monadnock State Park, have poor cell service. One camper mentioned, "I wish this were clearer on their website as we needed service to do some work."
  • Wildlife encounters: Be prepared for some local wildlife. A camper at George Washington State Campground noted, "Everyone complains about the local small wildlife getting into your food."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-friendly activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and activities for kids. A family at Jamaica State Park Campground said, "The kids were able to safely ride bikes on the camp roads."
  • Plan for rain: Bring a lean-to or tarp for rainy days. A family at Emerald Lake State Park Campground found it helpful during a rainy weekend, stating, "It was very helpful to have a lean-to during a very rainy weekend."
  • Pack snacks: Having snacks on hand can keep kids happy. A camper at Minute Man Campground mentioned, "The store seemed to be lacking some stuff even though it has plenty of space."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Make sure to choose a site that fits your RV. A visitor at Spacious Skies Minute Man said, "The sites were ample size and space for our rig and needs."
  • Dump station availability: Look for campgrounds with dump stations. A camper at Woodford State Park Campground appreciated the convenience, saying, "The dump station was clean."
  • Electric hookups: If you need power, check if the campground offers electric hookups. A reviewer at George Washington State Campground noted, "Full water and electrical hookup and a very unique and fun play area for kids."

Camping near Wendell, Massachusetts, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Wendell, MA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Wendell, MA offers a wide range of camping options, with 158 campgrounds and RV parks near Wendell, MA and 15 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Wendell, MA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Wendell, MA is Tully Lake Recreation Area (MA) — Tully Lake with a 4.7-star rating from 9 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Wendell, MA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 15 free dispersed camping spots near Wendell, MA.

What parks are near Wendell, MA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 16 parks near Wendell, MA that allow camping, notably Tully Lake and Edward MacDowell Lake.

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