Best Campgrounds near Wilbraham, MA

Campgrounds near Wilbraham, Massachusetts range from established RV parks to more rustic tent camping areas within a 30-mile radius. The region includes several developed facilities like Sunset View Farms in nearby Monson and Partridge Hollow Campground, both offering amenities such as electric hookups, showers, and picnic tables. Most campgrounds in this area accommodate both tent and RV camping, with some like Wilderness Lake Park in Willington, Connecticut also featuring glamping options. These mixed-use campgrounds typically operate seasonally, with most open from April through October, though a few facilities like Westover ARB Military FamCamp remain open year-round.

Many campgrounds in the area require advance reservations, particularly during summer weekends and holiday periods. The camping season generally runs from mid-April through mid-October, with peak visitation occurring during July and August. "This is a great campground located in Sturbridge, Massachusetts on walker pond. Brand new bathroom/shower facility this year. Offers hiking, biking, swimming, fishing. Nice and quiet also," noted one visitor about Wells State Park. Cell service varies considerably throughout the region, with several reviewers mentioning spotty coverage in more remote areas. Most established campgrounds provide basic amenities including drinking water, fire rings, and toilets, though amenities vary significantly between locations.

Waterfront camping receives consistently positive reviews from visitors to the area, with several campgrounds offering access to ponds, lakes, or rivers. Wells State Park Campground near Sturbridge features hiking trails and water recreation opportunities that campers frequently highlight in reviews. According to one camper, "The hiking is some of the best I have seen from a campground in the area, with a huge system of trails which are all very well marked." Visitors frequently mention the region's natural beauty and recreational opportunities as highlights of their camping experience. For those seeking more privacy, several reviewers recommend selecting sites away from bathrooms and main roads. Noise levels vary by location, with campgrounds closer to highways occasionally receiving comments about traffic sounds, while those in more secluded settings offer quieter experiences.

Best Camping Sites Near Wilbraham, Massachusetts (168)

    1. Sunset View Farms

    5 Reviews
    Monson Center, MA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 267-9269

    "Great location kids had a blast just wished they had more activities for them to do for the weekend we stay it poured everyday and they only had one craft and then an arcade to entertain them."

    2. Wilderness Lake Park

    14 Reviews
    Willington, CT
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 684-6352

    $70 / night

    "Connecticut is LACKING when it comes to outdoor activities when compared to some of the places around the country."

    "It’s a dog friendly park which was good for us, our dog could swim in the lake with us. Cute patio overlooking the lake as well with seating."

    3. Partridge Hollow Campground

    5 Reviews
    Monson Center, MA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 267-5122

    $45 - $65 / night

    4. Westover ARB Military FamCamp

    4 Reviews
    Chicopee, MA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 557-2192

    "Base is sleepy and nearly all of it closes around 3pm unless it’s a Friday. It’s not the best, but it’s not the worst. I’d stay there again if it worked out logistically for us."

    "Located on Westover RAFB. for active duty, retired and DAV. Sites are water/electric but some are 30 amp, others are 50 amp. Dump station available."

    5. Wells State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Sturbridge, MA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 347-9257

    $17 - $55 / night

    "Beautiful campground in a nice central location nearby several nice towns in Central Massachusetts."

    "This is a great campground located in Sturbridge, Massachusetts on walker pond. Brand new bathroom/shower facility this year. Offers hiking, biking, swimming, fishing. Nice and quiet also."

    6. Brialee Family Campground

    14 Reviews
    Ashford, CT
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 303-2267

    $25 - $150 / night

    "Nice hiking around the area. Bathrooms are clean. Good for kids/families."

    "Swimming lake, canoeing lake, pool, playgrounds. Choice of shade in trees or open field. Nice sites. Decent laundry and showers. Great place with kids.....lots of seasonal, but plenty short term."

    7. Northampton / Springfield KOA

    12 Reviews
    Southampton, MA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 527-9862

    "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"

    8. Mineral Springs Family Campgrounds

    2 Reviews
    Stafford Springs, CT
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 684-2993

    9. The Quarry Campground

    4 Reviews
    Tolland, CT
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 875-8325

    $45 - $68 / night

    "We came to discover new bike trails and this one was close to the Hop bike trail which we enjoyed very much"

    10. Quinebaug Cove Campground

    4 Reviews
    Fiskdale, MA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 245-9525

    $70 - $78 / night

    "Small campground on lake. lot of seasonal sites. Sites on beach are nice size."

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Recent Reviews near Wilbraham, MA

631 Reviews of 168 Wilbraham Campgrounds


  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 29, 2025

    Gentiles Campground

    Nice place to stay

    Quiet CG near Waterbury CT. Close to major stores for resupply. CG has lots of friendly seasonal campers and lots of other sites. Most sites seem pretty level, but there are some steep roads in the CG. There is an airport next to CG, but it is for single engine private planes only so not a problem. Not by a major road so little traffic noise. I would stay here again.

  • Kenneth P.
    Aug. 28, 2025

    Fort Dummer State Park Campground

    Not So Bad

    We spent one night at site #20 and enjoyed our stay.  It was rather peaceful other than the hum of I-91. The staff was friendly and helpful. The sites were generally wooded, pretty level, and fairly spread apart from one another.  I saw no signs of the problems identified in the June 2025 review.  Yes, I must agree that the restrooms are old, but they were clean.  The other problems might happen anywhere and were obviously brought under control.  Clearly, the writer of the June 2025 post knew way more than any weekend camper would be aware of and this shows that is more to their story that should have been revealed in their post.

  • Nicole G.
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Tolland State Forest Campground

    Great Lakeside Campground

    This was only my second camping trip ever (and first tent camping) so grain of salt here - We had a great time at Tolland. The site was spacious and equipped with a bear box, fire ring, and picnic table. The ground at the site was large gravel which was not great in the tent, but walking around it looks like most sites are more dirt and pine needles.

    The swimming area is small but sandy, great for kids, and my daughter loved thethe campfire and nature talk given on Saturday night by park staff.

  • Rachael K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Lake Dennison Recreation Area Campground

    Really pretty and chill

    This campground is pretty and offers many private site options. We didn't use the bathrooms so can't speak on that. But overall it's a clean campground.

    There are two loops. 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. The sites by the lake are really pretty, but there's not much privacy. All of the sites are good size and the fire pits are placed well.

    The other loop farther away from the entrance has a lot more lakeside sites. But there's very little privacy. The sites with higher numbers by the lake are all on top of each other with little to no trees or shrubs between sites, and you can't really decipher where one site ends and the next begins. We would not stay on that loop if we visited again. Unless it was site 101 which seemed more private for that loop.

    Sites 1 through 5 on the first loop are pretty quiet and peaceful. We stayed at site 4 and we think that it was one of the best sites in the campground. We didn't have neighbors on either side of us. We only had neighbors across from us. The site was spacious , peaceful and pretty. There was a little trail from our site that went down to a marsh. That was absolutely beautiful.

    We will definitely stay here again.

  • gabe N.
    Aug. 16, 2025

    Lake Dennison Recreation Area Campground

    What a gem

    We camped here one night on a pit stop and it exceeded our expectations! We camped on the north shore; sites were big and offered immediate access to and view of the lake. However, there is limited privacy between sites so hope for good neighbors :) also cell service was fine with AT&T.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 8, 2025

    Mt. Greylock Campsite Park

    Great Little Campground in the Berkshires

    The owner of this campground really cares about her job and making sure each and every camper has a great experience. I have a very large tent but was able to fit it on my site. The site was slightly slanted but that did help with drainage when we had torrential downpours the last 24 hours we were there. There seems to be a lot of seasonal campers but they were so friendly. The bathhouse was incredibly clean. Showers were great. The pool was cold, but really nice and again very clean. I loved that they deliver firewood to your site when you purchase from them. And again, I can’t say enough about the owner. She welcomed me with open arms when I arrived and I can tell she takes a lot of pride in her job and in her campground. I do hope to return again.

  • Jim R.
    Aug. 6, 2025

    Indian Ranch Campground

    Live Music, Lake Views, and Laid-Back Vibes—One of Our Favorite Campgrounds

    We ended up at Indian Ranch Campground after leaving another local campground under less-than-ideal circumstances… and honestly, it turned out to be one of the best accidental discoveries we’ve ever made.

    From the moment we arrived, the energy here was completely different—welcoming, relaxed, and full of life. The campground is beautifully laid out with well-kept sites, plenty of trees, and easy access to Webster Lake(aka Lake Chargoggagoggmanchauggagoggchaubunagungamaugg—yes, really).

    🎶 The concerts? Incredible. Being able to walk from our campsite to watch national music acts perform live at the Indian Ranch Amphitheater is a game-changer. It’s like a music festival that doesn’t require you to sleep in a muddy field. Huge bonus for music lovers!

    🛺 Golf cart rentals make exploring the campground easy and fun, especially if you're hauling chairs, coolers, or just want to cruise around and enjoy the views.

    🏊‍♂️ The pool is clean and inviting—perfect for relaxing after a show or just enjoying a sunny afternoon.

    🌅 The lake itself is stunning, with spots to sit and watch the boats, fish, or just take in the view. The vibe is very“lake life meets concert culture,” and it works perfectly.

    🍔 There’s also an on-site restaurant inside the gates with great food, cold drinks, and a laid-back patio atmosphere that completes the experience.

    🤝 The people here? Fantastic. Campers were friendly, staff was helpful, and there was an overall sense of community that you just don’t get at every park. In Summary: Awesome mix of camping+ concerts Clean facilities, full hookups, and spacious sites Golf cart rentals= a must! Pool, lake, and great food on-site Walkable access to live shows= chef’s kiss🎶 We stumbled in… and didn’t want to leave If you're looking for more than just a campsite—if you want an experience—this is it. We'll be back. Probably more than once.

  • Jim R.
    Aug. 6, 2025

    Douglas Forest RV Resort

    Please—Do Your Homework Before You Stay Here

    I wish I wasn’t writing this.

    Truly. But if sharing our experience helps even one person avoid the same mistake, then it’s worth it.

    We booked two full weeks at Douglas Forest RV Resort, drawn in by its wooded setting and supposed family-friendly charm. The photos looked peaceful. The location sounded perfect. But within hours of arrival, we realized we had walked into something completely different.

    Almost immediately, we witnessed aggressive, disturbing behavior—adults yelling and chasing children through the park. At one point, a child was literally being pursued by a vehicle. In a campground. On the roads where people walk, dogs are walked, and kids ride bikes. We were shocked. We kept expecting someone from staff to step in—but no one did. When we brought it up to another guest, they just nodded and said,“Yeah… it’s always like this.” Turns out, management is known to overlook certain behavior from“regulars.”

    As we walked the grounds, we also noticed**several people clearly living out of tents—**not camping, not weekend warriors, but living there long-term. It gave the entire campground an uneasy, off-kilter feel. The line between traveler and transient is not well-maintained here, and it adds to the overall lack of safety and structure.

    We were ready to leave that night, but with tight, poorly lit roads, towing out after dark just wasn’t safe. So we locked up, barely slept, and pulled out at first light. We had paid for 14 nights. We stayed one. And we didn’t ask for a refund—because honestly, we just wanted out.

    And yes, we later discovered that many of the glowing reviews online were written by someone who works at the campground. That’s not just misleading—it’s reckless. Campers rely on those reviews to make informed choices.

    Douglas Forest RV Resort could be something special, but it’s not. Not right now. Not while safety is ignored, accountability is non-existent, and some guests are clearly treated as untouchable. Please, do your homework before booking here.

    We wish we had—just one day earlier.


Guide to Wilbraham

Camping near Wilbraham, Massachusetts, offers a great mix of outdoor fun and relaxation. With several campgrounds nearby, you can find the perfect spot for your next adventure.

What to do:

  • Explore nature trails: Many campgrounds have access to beautiful hiking paths. For example, at Mt. Greylock Campsite Park, one reviewer mentioned, "There is a nice loop trail for those looking to do a little bit of hiking."
  • Visit local attractions: If you're near Normandy Farms Campground, you can easily take a day trip to Boston. One camper noted, "It's not far from a park and ride area, so taking the train into Boston is easy."
  • Enjoy water activities: Campgrounds like Rocky Neck State Park Campground offer swimming and beach access. A visitor shared, "The beach area is large & very nice with outside showers for rinsing off the beach sand."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained bathrooms and showers. A review for George Washington State Campground highlighted, "Sites were well spaced and provided some privacy depending on your site choice. Grounds were well kept, bathrooms were very clean with hot showers."
  • Friendly staff: Many campers mention the helpfulness of campground staff. At Hammonasset State Park Campground, one reviewer said, "The staff is very friendly and the camping sites are generous and well maintained."
  • Family-friendly activities: Campgrounds like Mystic KOA offer plenty of activities for kids. A family shared, "The entire place is completely geared to families... Family movies, trick or treating, and hay rides all as part of the stay."

What you should know:

  • Site conditions vary: Some campgrounds have uneven sites. A visitor at Normandy Farms Campground mentioned, "We have a 25” B+ and basically had to park sideways and use a lot of leveling blocks to get our rig level."
  • No pets allowed at some sites: If you're traveling with pets, check the rules. For instance, Rocky Neck State Park Campground does not allow pets, as noted by a camper who said, "NO pets allowed."
  • Book in advance: Popular campgrounds can fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons. A visitor at Hammonasset State Park Campground advised, "If you are looking for a site it’s best to book far in advance."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Plan for activities: Look for campgrounds with kid-friendly amenities. At Normandy Farms Campground, one parent said, "Absolutely love this campground. It has so many things for the kids to do."
  • Bring games and crafts: Many campgrounds have recreation halls or areas for family activities. A camper at Minute Man Campground mentioned, "The rec room was impressive, with games and movies for campers to enjoy."
  • Check for nearby attractions: Make sure to explore local parks or historical sites. A family at Spacious Skies Minute Man noted, "There are so many cool things to do just a short drive away."

Tips from RVers:

  • Leveling blocks are essential: Many RVers recommend bringing leveling blocks. A camper at Normandy Farms Campground said, "We recommend this campground but just be prepared and bring plenty of leveling blocks!"
  • Check site sizes: Some sites can be tight for larger rigs. A review for Mystic KOA mentioned, "Tight site & hard to get in/out for big rig."
  • Use campground amenities: Take advantage of the facilities offered. A visitor at Mt. Greylock Campsite Park shared, "Campground has great amenities and great feel to it."

Camping near Wilbraham, Massachusetts, has something for everyone, whether you're looking for family fun, outdoor adventures, or a peaceful getaway.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Wilbraham, MA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Wilbraham, MA offers a wide range of camping options, with 168 campgrounds and RV parks near Wilbraham, MA and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

Which is the most popular campground near Wilbraham, MA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Wilbraham, MA is Sunset View Farms with a 4.4-star rating from 5 reviews.

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

According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Wilbraham, MA.

What parks are near Wilbraham, MA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 parks near Wilbraham, MA that allow camping, notably Westville Lake and Buffumville Lake.