1 campground with availability this weekend
Hammonasset State Park Campground and Rocky Neck State Park Campground offer pet-friendly accommodations for tent campers, RV enthusiasts, and cabin visitors near Shelter Island. Both Connecticut properties enforce standard pet policies including leash requirements in all common areas. Wildwood State Park Campground maintains similar pet rules while providing electric hookups and water access that appeal to pet owners camping with recreational vehicles. The Dyrt provides user ratings for locations near Shelter Island, New York. Cedar Point County Park's pet-friendly sites feature picnic tables and trash service, though the park lacks electric hookups for RVs. North Fork Cottages & RV Resort (formerly Eastern Long Island Kampground) welcomes pets with full hookup capabilities including 50-amp service for larger rigs.
Hither Hills State Park Campground provides beachfront camping with ocean views where dogs can enjoy water access, though proper leash control remains essential. Sites in the new tent area on the bluff (J section) offer stunning whale-watching opportunities with minimal bugs and concrete picnic table pads. McCann Campground in Greenport receives consistently positive reviews for its pet policies, with the manager Harry described as incredibly helpful with campground and equipment issues. Many campgrounds in the region restrict generator use, an important consideration for RV campers with pets who need climate control during summer months. Some campers report occasional tick concerns at Cedar Point during June visits, suggesting preventative pet treatments before arrival.
"Bathhouse with showers and dishwashing was close by. Plenty of space to walk and hike out to the lighthouse, kayak, biking or just relax. Will be next year!"
"We have walked in and book a site. Twice though in June we had tons of ticks 😬 but overall is a good site!"
from $10 - $26 / night
"Close to level parking pad, with table and very nice brick firepit. Sites not too close together. I had woods behind me. I would definitely camp here again."
"This KOA Niantic CT location is about 2 hours from home. It was the perfect place (not far from home) to practice. "
"Which was walking distance from the boat yard. Had a bite to eat at the Blue Duck, it was fine. Saw the show and walk back to the boat yard."
"Easy access to the boatyard at night; pulled in, picked a spot and all good. Enjoyed the pool.
Walked to Fort Trumbull.
Recommend Crockers."
from $50 - $75 / night
"Campsites are located close enough to the beach/marsh. Multiple playgrounds for the kids although they were closed due to Covid."
"There are dog friendly which was very nice. It is a lil tight from each site but you have the beach and a little hiking trails that makes it worth it."
"The lake is perfect, the river needs work. But this an awesome small campground. The kids who work here are so friendly and the playground is nice."
"Sites are very close to one another. Level pull through site. Quit in the evening!"
"Is good for dogs to the trails are nice and big"
"This hidden gem is located right in Hampton Bays and is the perfect campground for anyone looking to camp off the grid."
"Good for pets, there are two dumping spots each with two dumps,I would definitely go back."
"It's about an hour away from us-- but it felt like a different place."
from $18 - $50 / night
ScoutFriendly staff and very clean facilities. They have sites with sewage hookups along with water and electric. Sites are small and very close together. I liked how many dog waste receptacles were available all over the property.
GuideWhen I arrived, I discovered this site they reserve for me was not level, and the picnic table was blocking access to the electric. When I asked the office for help, I was told maintenance had already left around 4 o’clock, and nobody could help me. I was offered a different side if I wanted to pay the extra price. I managed to wrestle the table out of the way and made it work. But the Wi-Fi was worthless.
TravelerGood place to come for Halloween trick-or-treating for kids, lots of activities to keep you busy
ScoutNothing fancy, great for us as a stop along the way. Large, open gravel space surrounded by boats. Cute in-ground pool just closed for the season, great washroom & showers. A bunch of restaurants around the corner - highly recommend The Waffle Company. Dump station at the waste treatment plant 5 minutes away, no charge, very helpful staff, tight quarters, choose your route carefully if your rig is >13 ft - bridges.
RangerEnjoyed our stay at this campground for a weekend in mid September. We booked for a good rate using Campspot and it was well worth the money. Our site was wide and had some bushes adding privacy from some nearby RVs. The campground was quiet and had several nice amenities, like a store, laundry, dog park, playground, pool, basketball court, and more. It was close to Olde Mystic and plenty of other nearby attractions.
GuideSites are rocky and not the most level. Fairly private. No water elec or sewer @ sites. Water spigot spread throughout the park. 2 nice sewer dumps. 1 in the middle of the park and 1 on your way out. Decent beaches. Pretty nice playground. Horrible arcade. The camp store is awesome. Everything you need. They are doing alot of work updating the park and it shows. New bath houses are really nice. We have gone 3 times this year. Good family campground
TravelerWe booked this campground, as well as 2 others, to see how we liked them to visit our daughter and granddaughter. We are in section 2, site 016. Small site, did not get level. Beautiful beaches and homes in the area.
ScoutI do not recommend staying at this campsite. As you can't drive to the Campsite, as you have to come on a kayak or canoe.
TravelerOverall a superb spot to either stay put and enjoy the camp, park and beach or to use as a base to explore the region. Huge campground, yet peaceful. Online map would make it seem spaces are tight but it is a very big area and so ample room to stretch out your space. Not a lot of privacy as most spaces are out in the open or light tree area but it is not an invasive feeling situation. Very popular for CT families with biking, walking and the beautiful beach right here. Lots of grass, level sites. A few sites have electric but not many and this seems to be the big rig area. Most people are tent or small camper setups. Bathrooms clean, hot water reasonable temp. Dish washing stations at each restroom. Movies at night (kids). The state park is really pretty and well maintained. The area towns are very pretty and remarkably quiet in general (not many tourist traps) and its easy to access various shoreline parks, drives, viewpoints. I'd avoid the spots very nearest the park road as it does get a lot of day visitors to the park/beach. I'm here late August and schools go back this week so midweek the campground is less than half full but I believe it will fill for the weekend.
Camping near Shelter Island requires crossing a ferry to reach many locations, with Long Island Sound on the north side and Gardiner's Bay on the south. Summer temperatures typically range from 70-85°F with occasional humidity spikes, while early fall brings comfortable temperatures with fewer crowds. Campgrounds in this area commonly enforce quiet hours starting at 10 PM.
Beachfront activities: At Hither Hills State Park Campground, campers can enjoy swimming and fishing along the shore. "Great place to run and also ride a road bike in the mornings. Few stores close by so you don't really need to bring raw food," notes Ron L.
Nature exploration: Cedar Point County Park offers hiking trails leading to the historic lighthouse. "We went on Labor Day weekend and literally every site was booked, but for good reason. Really great and surprisingly long hike to the old lighthouse with lots of area for playing games and swimming," says Maggie K.
Cultural excursions: Take a day trip to nearby vineyards and farm stands on the North Fork, accessible within a 20-minute drive from many campgrounds. "Stayed in May, June, and November 2023. The location is its best feature. Village Pizza is remarkably good," shares Nancy M. about her experience at Hither Hills State Park Campground.
Clean facilities: Rocky Neck State Park Campground maintains well-kept bathhouses. "The campsite is only a short walk from the beach and available mountain bike and hiking trails. A great family campsite with easy to get to activities," mentions Mauricio R.
Family-friendly atmosphere: Hammonasset State Park Campground offers spacious sites and organized activities. "Beautiful Connecticut beach sits just steps away from your campsite. Well kept showers and bathrooms are abundant and the camp store has the majority of what you need. You can ride your bike from your site to the playground, store, beach, local ice cream shop, coffee shop, or our family favorite, meig's point nature center," reports Tiffany T.
Waterfront views: Many campers appreciate the direct beach access available at several campgrounds. "Nice campground was a bit crowded and not much shade but the short walk to the beach made it worth it. Store is a bit distanced from most sites, bathrooms are run of the mill but centrally located. Bugs weren't too bad in July," explains Stephanie S. about her stay at Hammonasset.
Reservation timing: Book well in advance for summer weekends, especially at popular state parks. "Great place to camp, need to reserve about 1 year in advance when I went to reserve it," advises Lou R. about Hither Hills.
Site privacy varies: Some campgrounds offer more secluded options than others. "The campgrounds are clean and spacious but very open, being a beach there are a few campers who enjoy staying up quite late and listening to music. I don't mind the noise but the nats (little black flies) make it nearly impossible to enjoy an evening," shares Bianca M. about her Hammonasset experience.
Weather considerations: Coastal locations experience occasional strong storms, particularly in late summer. "I've been there during a full on thunderstorm and watched as the trees swayed in the wind," recounts Giselle P. about Wildwood State Park Campground.
Beach safety: Bring water shoes for rocky shorelines at north shore beaches. "Beach is beautiful, very rocky, bring your water shoes, sunset scenery is beautiful! Kids were roaming freely and safe!" advises Ossama B. about Wildwood State Park.
Activity planning: Schedule morning adventures during summer to avoid afternoon heat. "The camp sites are close to each other with little to no privacy but everyone in our area was nice. There's a ton of family's with kids," notes Megan B. about her Hither Hills experience.
Bug protection: Pack insect repellent, especially for evening activities. "The bathgrounds are kept tidy including the baths and showers. I was pleasantly surprised. The best part of this campground was the proximity to the state beach via a well kept hiking trail," says Nita D. about her stay at Niantic KOA.
Hookup availability: Most campgrounds offer partial hookups, with full hookups more limited. "Stayed for 3 nights, if we had time, would've stay longer. Amazing sunset scene. We enjoyed mid August staying for 3 nights," reports Ossama B. about Hammonasset State Park Campground.
Site size considerations: Check site dimensions when booking for larger rigs. "RV pull through sites were fantastic. It was a great campground for maiden voyage in new rig. Plenty of amenities," shares Lori R. about her Wildwood State Park experience.
Water access: Many RV sites require filling tanks upon arrival. "Generator hours are limited. There are spigots located down the middle of the rows. Go on google maps to find a spot near a spigot," advises Nancy M. about Hither Hills.
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