Best Campgrounds near West Townsend, MA

Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, West Townsend, MA is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. West Townsend is filled with the activities, sights, and experiences to make everyone in your crew a happy camper. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near West Townsend and user-submitted reviews.

Best Camping Sites Near West Townsend, Massachusetts (134)

    1. Spacious Skies Minute Man

    28 Reviews
    Ayer, MA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 772-0042

    $39 - $999 / night

    "The pool is huge and clean and there is a ton of seating around. The shop has everything you could need. There are horseshoes, can jam, basketball, and bocce. There’s a playground and a rec room."

    "Easily accessible by car to shopping, groceries, etc. but no hiking or good walking paths from the campground."

    2. The Pine Campground

    7 Reviews
    Ashby, MA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 386-7702

    "Small river/ brook rind behind the campground.   Some shots have nice sound of river right behind the sites.  No pond or pool for swimming."

    3. Pearl Hill State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    West Townsend, MA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 597-2850

    $17 - $35 / night

    "We really lucked out with getting one of a few sites left on Memorial Day weekend - after walking the campground, I think we would have chosen the same one again! "

    "It was like walking with fur on the bottom of our shoes. The dog also got needles stuck all over and we had to use our COVID alcohol gel to get the glue off. "

    4. Willard Brook State Forest Campground

    4 Reviews
    Ashby, MA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 597-8802

    $14 - $55 / night

    "This small state forest campground in north/central Massachusetts is just up the hill from Damon Pond. I suggest downloading maps before you head out because cell service is iffy in the area.  "

    "This campground is small - but its conveniently located near a larger city if you decide you want to venture back to civilization. The trails in the park are nice and well maintained."

    5. Lake Dennison Recreation Area Campground

    14 Reviews
    Foster Lake, OR
    18 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."

    6. Field and Stream RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Hollis, NH
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 673-4677

    $47 - $80 / night

    "Great site right next to the water. Sites are clean and well equipped. Coin laundry with nice machine. Nice people."

    7. Greenfield State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    Bennington, NH
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 547-3497

    $35 - $105 / night

    "Easy access to a bathroom (which was very clean). Quiet neighbors, everyone around us observed the quiet hours (10p-7a) and even during the day no one was super loud."

    "Nice views of the lake, swimming, wide open sites, not too over crowded! I'd definitely go back!"

    8. Otter River State Forest

    14 Reviews
    Baldwinville, MA
    18 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"

    9. Gilson Pond Area Campground — Monadnock State Park

    19 Reviews
    Jaffrey, NH
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 532-2416

    $29 - $45 / night

    "Campsites are well shaded but if you have an RV take the time to rent an RV site otherwise backing in will put you in and awkward position as the mixed use “standard” sites are oriented towards tent camping"

    "The campsite is big and away from another site. You can easilly access to hiking trails. The staff there are friendly and helpful. It's definitely a plus."

    10. Woodmore Family Campground and RV Park

    6 Reviews
    Rindge, NH
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 899-3362

    $42 - $65 / night

    "Lake access with kayaks , some local hiking. Major grocery store nearby along with Walmart."

    "the rules but everybody does and it's a good experience, everyone is very friendly the owners are wonderful people and super friendly very helpful it's clean they offer a lot of stuff to do right on a lake"

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Recent Reviews near West Townsend, MA

719 Reviews of 134 West Townsend Campgrounds


  • Lin C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 10, 2025

    Spacious Skies French Pond

    Best Camp in the area

    I am enjoying this camp still, even after 6 months. Management is wonderful and attentive. They take great care of the whole camp and us campers. Fun events are scheduled on the regular!

  • 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.

  • Kathleen S.
    Sep. 29, 2025

    Normandy Farms Campground

    Loud and crowded!

    Know what you are getting... This is a family resort that charges$20/per night, per person, OVER the two people rate. It is loud, crowded, with golf carts and kids running around. It is a resort campground with pools, frisbee court and etc... This is not a quiet, restful place to stay to visit Boston and the surrounding area or to visit family in town. Entry is gated and controlled. Want to bring your college daughter back after dinner- forget it,$20 for her and$20 her friend, for 1-2 hour visit after 7:00 PM at night! When we return, we will stay at Spacious Skies CG or the state park. The cost and inconvenience is not worth it!

  • 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.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 26, 2025

    Salisbury Beach State Reservation

    Only a 4 because of out of stater price

    Campsites are close together, but the beach is amazing. Especially in the off season.

  • Mindie C.
    Sep. 20, 2025

    Hanscom AFB FamCamp

    Great stop

    Lovely campground. Clean, good WiFi. Kind campers. Will be back

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 18, 2025

    Woodmore Family Campground and RV Park

    Good Campground

    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. Very loud until after 10:00 on Friday / Saturday. 50 percent or more is seasonal camp sites. Sites in back are ok with trees and different levels. Sites are a little closer than I usually find. Neighbors are very considerate on site privacy. Owners are exceptionally helpful and work hard to keep the site functioning and clean. Coin operated showers with hot water, mostly nice and clean except after a crowd gets packed and checks out Sunday AM. Laundry room takes quarters for machines. Small store at office which was open every day. Game room with wi fi. Pool , playground , volleyball area. Good size wood bundle for $10 , delivered directly to your site. Lake access with kayaks , some local hiking. Major grocery store nearby along with Walmart.


Guide to West Townsend

Camping near West Townsend, Massachusetts, offers a mix of beautiful nature and family-friendly activities. Whether you're looking for a quiet getaway or a fun-filled adventure, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Swimming and Relaxing: Many campers enjoy the lovely pond at Lorraine Park Campground. One reviewer mentioned, "There is a lovely pond in which you can swim. It is somewhat small when crowded but nevertheless very lovely."
  • Hiking: Explore the trails around Bear Brook State Park Campground. A visitor noted, "There are hiking trails throughout the campground, but our dog got covered in ticks so watch for that."
  • Fishing: At Lake Dennison Recreation Area, you can fish for panfish and trout. One camper shared, "There are numerous spots along the lakefront where you can fish, catching panfish close to shore."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness at Ashuelot River Campground. A reviewer said, "The campground is very clean. They are dog friendly and there aren't a ton of rules like other campgrounds."
  • Spacious Sites: Many enjoy the large, private sites at Greenfield State Park Campground. One long-time visitor mentioned, "If you like large sites in a wooded setting with many private ones this is the place."
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Campgrounds like Pine Acres Family Camping Resort offer plenty of activities for kids. A parent noted, "There are a lot of events for the kids."

What you should know:

  • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially near water. A camper at Lorraine Park Campground warned, "The water in the pond is not streaming so be prepared for mosquitoes when camping close to the water."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Monadnock State Park Campground, have fewer amenities. One visitor mentioned, "No cell/data service. I wish this were clearer on their website as we needed service to do some work."
  • Crowded on Weekends: Expect busier conditions during weekends. A reviewer at Greenfield State Park Campground said, "Mid-week, the park was at maybe 20% capacity, and it was amazing. The weekend was packed!"

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose the Right Site: Look for spacious sites that allow for privacy. A camper at Bear Brook State Park Campground noted, "The sites were 4' apart in the section I was staying in."
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to check for family-friendly events at places like Pine Acres Family Camping Resort. One parent said, "There are plenty of events for the kids."
  • Pack Bug Spray: With mosquitoes being a common issue, it's smart to bring repellent. A visitor at Lorraine Park Campground advised, "You will need mosquito repellent."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Minute Man Campground mentioned, "Some of the FHU sites are pretty tight, but overall the campground is nice."
  • Look for Electric Hookups: If you need power, check for sites with electric hookups. A camper at Ashuelot River Campground noted, "Easy access site, riverside electric 30A and water."
  • Be Mindful of Noise: Some campgrounds can be noisy, especially on weekends. A visitor at Friendly Beaver Campground said, "The other campers were very loud and ruckus."

Camping near West Townsend, Massachusetts, has something for everyone. Just be prepared for the bugs, check your site size, and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near West Townsend, MA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near West Townsend, MA is Spacious Skies Minute Man with a 4.5-star rating from 28 reviews.

What parks are near West Townsend, MA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 15 parks near West Townsend, MA that allow camping, notably Edward MacDowell Lake and Tully Lake.