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Had a wonderful 2 night stay, an added plus were the annual fireworks, a wonderful surprise. Highly recommend Crocker’s BoatYard, friendly, safe, convenient location and lovely pool as well.
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Camping near Carolina, Rhode Island ranges from full-hookup RV parks to tent-only sites and glamping cabins, with options spread across a 15-mile radius. Burlingame State Park Campground in nearby Charlestown features tent, RV, cabin, and glamping options with both drive-in and walk-in access. Whispering Pines Campground in Hope Valley offers 210 sites with similar accommodations and operates from April to October. The area's mixed-use campgrounds generally cater to both short-term visitors and seasonal campers, with most facilities situated in wooded settings typical of southern Rhode Island.
Most campgrounds in the region are open seasonally, typically from April through October, with limited year-round options. Advance reservations are strongly recommended, particularly for summer weekends when waterfront sites fill quickly. A camper noted, "We stayed for 3 nights, the sites and camp were very clean and well maintained. Everyone was very friendly, lots of things to do." Weather conditions remain mild during the camping season, though coastal storms can impact the area, especially in late summer and early fall. Cell service varies throughout the region, with some campgrounds reporting limited connectivity. Many camping areas maintain strict pet policies, though most allow leashed dogs in designated areas.
Family-friendly amenities represent a common feature among the campground options near Carolina. Swimming pools, splash pads, and recreational facilities appear frequently in positive reviews. The region includes several campgrounds with water recreation opportunities, either on-site or within short driving distance to beaches. Campers frequently mention the proximity to coastal attractions, with most sites positioned within 30-40 minutes of Rhode Island beaches. "Large sites, great stone fire rings, full hookups, huge pool, waterslides, splash pad, playground, great camp store... this place brings a lot to the table for a very fair price," according to one review of Wawaloam Campground. For those seeking quieter experiences, several camping areas offer more secluded sites tucked among pine trees, creating a more natural camping atmosphere despite the developed amenities.
Best Campgrounds near Carolina (129)
1. Burlingame State Park Campground
"I've never camped in Rhode Island, so I was curious to see what a state park campground had to offer."
"Site wise no one was around us so it was extra quiet and the park rangers are always around so always help if you need it. Walmart is less than ten minutes away too if you’re needing anything."
from $18 - $50 / night
Check Availability2. Fishermens Memorial State Park Campground
"Fisherman’s Memorial State Park is a large 182 site campground in Narragansett, Rhode Island."
"Lots of nearby beaches and restaurants. Campsites are simple. A patch of grass with a small bush or two, not very much shade, space or privacy."
from $18 - $28 / night
Check Availability3. Mystic KOA
"This campground is just 15-minutes from Mystic and about an hour’s drive to Newport, Rhode Island."
"The only drawback is the proximity to Interstate 95. You can hear the highway very well at night, particularly in the safari field."
4. Wawaloam Campground
"Wawaloam Campground in Rhode Island was our 3rd state & campground on our East Coast trip. Not a lot of choices in Rhode Island, but we liked this camp ground in a rural wooded area.
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from $50 - $75 / night
Check Availability5. Whispering Pines Campground
"The pool, splash pad, and nearly everything else was non operational or locked up still. Bocce ball set was pad locked, no one working the rec hall for horse shoes, shuffle board was in op."
"The kids got to enjoy a brand new splash pad which was great and a small train ride around the park. Pretty tight turns and big hills for towing your trailer through but it fits."
from $60 - $80 / night
Check Availability6. Strawberry Park
"It is close by to some nice shopping areas as well. Bingo is always a family favorite and they even had that as well!"
"It was a bit too cold outside but the pools and hot tubs looked nice. Splash pad was clean and used by kids. Lots of roads to bike on and walk dogs. Live band on Saturday night was nice."
from $60 - $120 / night
Check Availability7. Charlestown Breachway State Park Campground
"It is nothing more than a parking lot with no hookups and only composting toilets available, but you get access to Block Island Sound and all that it offers. Sites 58-75 are waterfront."
"We were able to secure a spot at Charlestown Breachway in Charlestown, Rhode Island during peak season, July 17-19.. Due to Covid-19, Charlestown was forced to reduce capacity to 50 percent."
from $18 / night
Check Availability8. Green Falls Campground
"Awesome place nice pond walking distance from site great swimming and fishing spacious sites pretty private"
"Great off the beaten path place to camp. Sites are large but close together. Each contain a rock built fire ring. There are toilets but no showers. Good parking for camper but limited for guests."
from $17 / night
Check Availability9. Hopeville Pond State Park Campground
"General: There are three sections to this campground: five canoe sites; 16 sites including one cabin behind the ranger station and what I would assume is the main section with 61 sites."
"It is just off the highway, and most sites don’t use electricity or water."
from $17 - $50 / night
Check Availability10. Fort Getty Campground
"Perfect location for a summer / beach camp. Mostly for RVs but tent site #6 was great. Views of the ocean to wake up too and tucked away from main area."
"Such a beautiful destination for tourists, travelers, & beach goers....Talk about being right on the water with access to excellent swimming."
Drive Time
- 33 min from Providence, RI
- 37 min from Norwich, CT
- 1 hr 10 min from Worcester, MA
- 1 hr 12 min from Hartford, CT
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Recent Reviews near Carolina, RI
733 Reviews of 129 Carolina Campgrounds
- AAndrew B.Scout
Crocker's Boatyard
Beautiful and convenient
Easy to get to, great communication and lovely location. Recommended!
- BBlake N.Scout
Crocker's Boatyard
Awesome
This place is fantastic and I would definitely stay again. It is a working shipyard and marina. Excellent showers. Very nice pool and pool deck with umbrella right on the water. One mile from block island ferry.
- DDavid G.
TravelerCrocker's Boatyard
Great spot and great hosts
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.
Electric and water included. There is a free dump station about a mile away (during regular business hours). *Can be found on The Dyrt.
Hosts were super friendly and had nice recommendations for places to see around town. Thank you !!!! We will definitely be visiting again. 
Kaileigh K.
GuideFort Getty Campground
Great location!
Fort Getty campground was in an incredible location to Jamestown and with many things to do in the park itself. The tent sites are open field style and some groups can get big so be ready for that. We had tent site 6 and it was tucked back in its own little area which was an awesome surprise. Overall we had a quick stay and everyone we encountered was friendly, bathrooms are older but a short walk from tent area. The access the Jamestown and the surrounding areas and views is what makes this place totally worth it!
- AAshley H.Traveler
Mashamoquet Brook Campground — Mashamoquet Brook State Park
Cozy Rustic Campground
Due to the heat wave, I opted not to spend the night, but we did roll through and check out the area. First thing we noticed is how close and open the sites were, with a few exceptions. I attached photos of the more secluded sites I plan to choose next time. Site 49 is what I had reserved and it was large and partially secluded. The bathroom buildings are boarded up across the campground and state park with port o potties in front. I was not eager to check those out… a bucket started feeling like the safer option lol It was quiet but on the more secluded sites, there was ample road noise and you could see the road from some sites. I didn’t get a chance to look for the walkway to the park and river, but I plan to next time. The state park and river nearby was beautiful and quiet and serene with smattering Fourth of July picnics. Overall, I plan to return here when the weather is more cooperative and my car camper is better equipped :)
- VVictoria V.Traveler
Hide-A-Way Cove Campground
Just okay
When we arrived at our site we were instantly greeted with an angry resident. He started shooing us away as we were trying to park our camper at our site. He needed to back out and leave but we had only been there no more than 3 minutes before he popped up angrily. There are a lot of long term campers there. Very very unkept campers. Broken down, damaged, some look unlivable. Some may not like the dozens of cats everywhere, but I did. It’s fun to spot a new cat roaming around the campground. The pool is nice and clean. The playground is cute. The Arcade is not worth going to. A lot of the games were broken or empty. Bikes are NOT allowed. My 8 year old son was riding his bike and we were told he couldn’t do that at this campground. The pond/beach area is beautiful. You can try fishing in it. We didn’t catch anything. I definitely don’t suggest swimming in it. It’s not clean enough for that. Camp “store” is very minimal in what they have. Mostly little candy and some minor essentials. There is also a little restaurant attached to the camp store. I like that the sites were grass and not dirt. Or site did not have sewer. We had to go to the dump station to empty black water.
Nancy W.
LegendNewport RV Park
Clean sites, good location.
We stayed here a number of years ago when it was Milleville Ponds Campground and what an improvement! The park is really clean, well mowed, well-packed gravel roads and camping pads. No problem for big-rigs. There are some seasonals but their sites were tidy. About half the campsites are in the woods and half in the open. There are some deluxe sites with paved patios and nicer fire pits but they are really close together and no shade. We really liked our site (#400) which was gravel, long and level. (We would choose 401 if we came back.) The patio had nice grass which our dog loved. The utilities were well-placed and the electric legs were good at 124 volts. I called to see if there was cable tv because there was a connection on our post and was told that some sites had cable. But, when I hooked it up, we didn’t get any channels; however, we got about 60 over-the-air tv channels. Great wifi. Not much for amenities, just a pavilion and playground. There is a public dog park just outside the park that is really big and you can walk a ¼ mile to a hiking trail. There are three airstreams and a 3-bedroom house for rent. The bath house is centrally located. Unfortunately, they are not super close to the tent sites and there is no path through campsites so you either have to walk around or cut through someone’s site. It took us anywhere from 20 to 30 minutes to get downtown (depending on traffic). There are few restaurants nearby and a grocery less than ten minutes away. Overall, we liked how clean and well-kept the park was and enjoyed our site. We stayed eight nights with the average nightly cost at $81and would come back if in the area.
- Richard A.Traveler
Gibson Hill RV Park
Worst I've Been To Blatant Deceptive Advertising
Let me save you from making a grave mistake. The campground was quiet. That's the best thing I can say about Gibson Hill after spending a week there. Totally unkempt and in disarray. The roads are a rocky, dusty rutted mess. The campsites while some newly graveled, not well I might add, are not level. The electric at my site kept tripping off. I finally discovered, with no help from the non-existent management, that the service disconnect breaker was bad. Luckily I had an extra 30A cord and was able to plug into the unoccupied adjacent site. How this abomination has any 5 star reviews is above my pay grade. During the week we were here we never saw a camp representative. We were not welcomed by anyone affiliated with the campground and I never saw anyone on duty in the office. The is NO weekly entertainment. There is NO weekly bonfire. THERE IS NO POOL. Our site had no picnic table and no fire ring and had areas dotted with clumps of gray fur. Obviously noone had inspected our site for cleanliness prior to our arrival. Our first visitor was a 4' rat snake. There was debris strewn all over the grounds. There was one trash container. Unlined and uncovered. No dog poop bags or signs regarding poop pickup. There was a lot of demolition but no new construction ongoing. The“pool” is a 4’ deep square under construction and far from being completed. The“resort” signage was a joke. It took me 3 tries to find my way out of the campground. The entrance sign is installed parallel to the road rather than perpendicular to it for visibility. The number of decrepit or abandoned trailers on site was unbelievable. We were never told if the campground was under new management and/or under going refurbishment. In any event it was missing the mark. Unfortunately we paid for a week in advance so we were stuck here. NEVER AGAIN. I’m leaving this truthful review so no other potential campers are duped into staying here. Definitely an absentee owner who doesn't have a clue. Really too bad because the location and grounds have enormous potential. I will let Happy Grounds and RV LIFE know of my great disappointment and suspect reviews. By the way, to the reviewer who said they enjoyed the pool. THERE IS NO POOL. There is NO on-site management.
Guide to Carolina
Campsites near Carolina, Rhode Island offer varying levels of access to coastal and woodland environments within southern New England. Most camping areas maintain moderate to flat terrain with elevations rarely exceeding 200 feet above sea level. The camping season typically experiences humid conditions with average summer temperatures between 65-85°F, while spring and fall can see significant temperature fluctuations requiring adaptable gear.
What to do
Kayaking at ponds and waterways: Green Falls Campground provides excellent paddling opportunities. As one camper shared, "There's a nice pond walking distance from site with great swimming and fishing."
Beach access: At Fishermens Memorial State Park Campground, you're positioned for easy coastal activities. A reviewer noted, "About a little over a mile walk to Narragansett, an adorable beach community with lots of shops and places to eat as well as close to the ferry to Block Island."
Hiking nearby trails: Within 10 minutes of Whispering Pines Campground, outdoor enthusiasts can find exceptional hiking. "We drove about 10 min to some awesome trails which literally crossed the Connecticut and Rhode Island border," according to one visitor.
Swimming options: Many campgrounds offer swimming facilities beyond the ocean. At Strawberry Park, "There are 6 pools with adult only pool and splash pad for the kiddos," according to one camper review.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Many campgrounds near Carolina offer generous spacing. A Wawaloam Campground visitor observed, "The front camping section is very pleasant and well spaced out. We had a lot of fun here."
Entertainment options: Beyond outdoor recreation, many campgrounds provide organized activities. One visitor to Strawberry Park remarked, "When my family went here it poured! And we were thankful that there were so many things to do, painting ceramics, karaoke, an arcade."
Water recreation amenities: Regional campgrounds often feature water attractions. A visitor to Wawaloam noted, "The pool, splash pad, live music and activities for the kids were great!"
Scenic coastal camping: Charlestown Breachway State Park Campground offers direct water access. "It's very close to the beach, watch both the sunrise and the sunset at the site. Falling asleep to the sound of waves crashing," one camper shared.
What you should know
Reservation timing: For peak summer camping, advanced planning is crucial. At Burlingame State Park Campground, crowds can be significant. "This is a HUGE state park campground with over 700 sites. Do not come on a holiday weekend, it's packed," one camper advised.
Site variability: Terrain and conditions can vary dramatically between sites at the same campground. A Fishermens Memorial visitor cautioned, "Area One has the best views and full hookups but there is no bathhouse; Area Two also has full hookups, no view and some of the sites (55-65) are decidedly not level."
Bathroom facilities: Campgrounds in the region have widely varying bathroom quality. A camper at Hopeville Pond State Park Campground reported, "In the main section, there is a very large and clean indoor bathhouse with free showers."
Generator restrictions: Many campgrounds limit generator use. At Charlestown Breachway, "Generators only 8a-8p. Clam shack, marina, deli, and ice cream place nearby, but I doubt you'll want to fight the traffic on a summer day."
Tips for camping with families
Water activities for kids: Water features provide significant entertainment value. At Wawaloam Campground, one family noted, "Lots of stuff to do for kids…tons. Pools close at 8pm so that's a bummer and wood is super expensive but overall a nice campground with lots of very big sites."
Kid-friendly programming: Many campgrounds offer organized activities. A visitor to Hopeville Pond State Park Campground shared, "Kids were pedaling their bikes, as the adults visited one another, my wife and I joined in and visited many fire pits, met good family people."
Recreation diversity: Families benefit from varied activity options. At Burlingame State Park, a camper found, "Lovely location - it's in the middle of the woods, has a pond, has pond swimming. It's just minutes to the ocean by car. Hiking and biking for miles."
Budget considerations: Some campgrounds offer significant value. At Burlingame State Park, one camper reported, "Very affordable (around $14 per night). We stayed near the camp store and playground. Lots to do with kids including fishing, game room, and hiking."
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: RV campers should prepare for uneven sites. At Fishermens Memorial State Park, a camper observed, "There are four areas, and each has advantages and disadvantages. Area One has the best views and full hookups but there is no bathhouse; Area Two also has full hookups, no view and some of the sites (55-65) are decidedly not level."
Full hookup availability: Hookup options vary significantly between campgrounds. At Mystic KOA, "We snagged a late reservation over a busy summer weekend so the place was packed. Our site (Q15) was all grass which was fine with us because the grass was nice and thick. There was no defined pad, instead just hookups to back in next to."
Self-contained requirements: Some beachfront camping requires specific RV capabilities. At Charlestown Breachway, "If you have a self-contained RV (no pop-up/canvas; permanent toilets/water tanks), like the beach, fishing, boating, and/or windsurfing, this may just be the park for you."
Off-season considerations: Consider camping outside peak periods. A visitor to Mystic KOA reported, "The campground staff did a great job managing the Covid regulations… We were able to use the pool, facilities and the store and never felt that we were compromised."
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Carolina, RI?
Which is the most popular campground near Carolina, RI?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Carolina, RI is Burlingame State Park Campground with a 4-star rating from 51 reviews.
What parks are near Carolina, RI?
What parks are near Carolina, RI?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 12 parks near Carolina, RI that allow camping, notably West Hill Dam and Westville Lake.
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