2 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Several RV campgrounds operate near Shelter Island on both sides of Long Island Sound. North Fork Cottages & RV Resort in Greenport provides full hookup sites with 50-amp service from May through November, located just 10 miles from Shelter Island. Across Connecticut, Aces High RV Park in East Lyme features spacious pull-through sites with full hookups on gravel pads surrounded by grass, accommodating larger motorhomes with 50-amp electrical connections. Rocky Neck State Park Campground offers RV sites with electric, water, and sewer hookups, operating seasonally from late May through September. Sun Outdoors Mystic provides long, level pull-through sites with full hookups approximately 35 miles northwest of Shelter Island. "Our site was a nice long, level pull-thru. Hook-ups were placed in ideal locations for the pad which was gravel."
Most RV parks in the region require advance reservations, especially during summer months when coastal locations fill quickly. Access roads to some campgrounds present challenges for larger rigs, with narrow, winding entrances at facilities like Riverdale Farm Campsites requiring careful navigation. Dump stations are available at several parks including Fishermens Memorial State Park, though not all campgrounds offer this service. Cell service varies significantly by location, with some sites reporting dead zones while others maintain reliable coverage. Many parks accommodate pets with designated walking areas and dog runs, though breed restrictions may apply. Propane fill service is limited, with Cedar Point Glamping among the few offering this amenity. Some RV parks near Shelter Island remain open year-round, but many operate seasonally, closing between mid-October and April.
"This park is in a great location for exploring Mystic. You are close to downtown, the aquarium, Mystic Seaport and other attractions."
"Our site was wide and had some bushes adding privacy from some nearby RVs."
"Clean, family friendly campground. Pet friendly with plenty of area to walk. Close to I-95 and 15 minutes from the beach. fishing areas for the kids."
"Well organized campground with both water front back in sites as well as large pull throughs."
from $74 - $80 / night
"Nice campground, a mix of seasonal & short-term visitors. The sites are VERY close, but the people are nice and we had a great stay."
"Small campground with good electrical, clean water, sewer and a friendly owner. Each site has grass and a picnic table."
"I was in the area and needed a location to hook up. Temperature at 7:00 p.m. was 85 in July which is expected. They're able to get me in for the night. Quick and easy."
from $55 / night
"Beautiful, family owned & run, quiet, large sites. Close to I-395."
"Water, electric &sewer sites. Very quite, rules are in-forced. This is camping, if you’re looking for entertainment bring your own!"
"Stayed one night at the end of the season. Park staff were very friendly and helpful."
"The beach and beach parking lots fill to capacity. Week ends are the worst. The campgrounds are located within internal loops. Most sites are quite level."
from $20 - $70 / night
"Crocker’s is a nice relaxing scenic place to stay in the New London area.
Walking distance to restaurants and to Fort Trumbull.
So much fun watching the boats and boating activities.""Needed a place to stay for 2 nights , My wife and I were going to show at the Garde Theater. Which was walking distance from the boat yard. Had a bite to eat at the Blue Duck, it was fine."
from $50 - $75 / 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.
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.
Scoutgreat location, with pool, electric and bathrooms/showers. close to ferry
Several campgrounds provide RV access to Shelter Island by ferry from both the North and South Forks of Long Island. The island itself, surrounded by Gardiners Bay and Shelter Island Sound, sits at sea level with moderate temperatures averaging 72°F in summer months. Cell reception can be spotty on parts of the island, particularly along the eastern shoreline where signal strength weakens.
Beach activities at Rocky Neck State Park: The state park offers a swimming beach within walking distance of the campground. "I love this campsite, I have been going with my friends and family for as long as I can remember. It's right near the beach, and the campsites and bathrooms are always clean!" notes a visitor at Rocky Neck State Park Campground.
Kayaking and boating: Launch sites near RV parks provide water access for campers with personal watercraft. "Anyone with kayaks can't easily get to boat launch. It's 4-5 miles by car at 4 mile river boat launch," advises a camper about Rocky Neck State Park.
Historic site exploration: Fort Trumbull sits within walking distance of some RV sites. "Sunday we went and visited Fort Trumbull which is also walking distance away. Very nice place to visit and learn. Also took a tour of the Coast Guard Ship at Fort Trumbull," shares a reviewer at Crocker's Boatyard.
Marina camping atmosphere: Some RV sites offer unique dockside settings near Shelter Island. "We backed right up to the waters edge practically. The people that dock here were so friendly and welcoming. The pool is very clean as are the bathrooms and showers," mentions a visitor at Crocker's Boatyard.
Pull-through site layouts: Spacious RV sites with full hookups provide comfortable setups. "We paid $150/night for a 'Premium Waterfront FHU Site' on the lake. A bit pricey, but really nice site including level concrete pad and patio, clean and well-maintained utilities, and beautiful view," reports a camper at Aces High RV Park.
Ferry access to Block Island: Some campgrounds provide walking distance to ferry transportation. "The next day we took the ferry to Block Island which was also walking distance from the boat yard. Block Island a must see. Took the 5 pm ferry back," shares a Crocker's Boatyard visitor.
Bathroom quality varies significantly: Facility maintenance differs between campgrounds. "The bathrooms were dirty and only cleaned after our 4th day there. Dog area had not been mowed in weeks and there were no bags in the dispenser," warns a reviewer at Sun Outdoors Mystic.
Seasonal operations: Most RV parks operate May through October with limited winter availability. "This park is in a great location for exploring Mystic. Our stay was in the spring before their busy season started so some things like the pool and water features were closed."
Site spacing considerations: RV sites range from spacious to tightly packed. "The sites are VERY close, but the people are nice and we had a great stay," notes a camper at Ashaway RV Resort.
Pool amenities: Several RV parks near Shelter Island offer swimming pools for children. "The kids areas looked great. Check in was easy. We have AT&T service and streamed via our hotspot with no problems," shares a Sun Outdoors Mystic visitor.
Entertainment options: Look for campgrounds with recreational facilities. "It has a clean playground and well maintained pool as well as some walking paths, large grassy areas, pavilion and volleyball court," explains a camper at Aces High RV Park.
Dog-friendly areas: Pet policies vary between campgrounds. "There is also a creek area for dog swimming. Our two labs loved it!" reports an Aces High RV Park reviewer.
Level sites: Look for campgrounds with properly graded RV pads. "Clean, well-maintained, and level site with concrete pad and patio (I love a clean, level concrete pad!)," advises a reviewer at North Fork Cottages & RV Resort.
Hookup placement: Utility locations affect rig positioning and comfort. "Utility hookups were in great condition and everything worked as it should (other parks should come and take a look at how to do this right)," notes an Aces High RV Park camper.
Pull-through accessibility: Site configurations impact larger RVs. "Well organized campground with both water front back in sites as well as large pull throughs. Pull through sites also have lots of space between them so you don't feel like you are on top of the neighbors."
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