Best Cabin Camping near Foster Center, RI

Several cabin camping options are available near Foster Center, Rhode Island, offering varying levels of amenities and comfort. George Washington State Campground provides rustic cabins with basic accommodations while Stateline Campresort & Cabins offers more furnished options with electric hookups. Dyer Woods Nudist Campgrounds also features cabin rentals with picnic tables and fire rings at each site. "The cabins have two sets of bunks with no mattresses and a small porch with a picnic table and fire ring outside," noted one visitor about the rustic cabins at Burlingame State Park. Most cabins include electricity but may lack running water, and bathroom facilities are typically located in central bathhouses.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Basic cabins generally feature wooden bunks, a small table, and minimal furniture, while more premium options may include refrigerators, heating, and more comfortable sleeping arrangements. Many KOA-style cabins, such as those at Mystic KOA, come with amenities like small refrigerators and basic furnishings. According to one camper, "It was cute and clean and furnished with linens, cookware, utensils, kitchen essentials, Keurig coffee maker/pods, and full-sized fridge." Reservations are essential, particularly during summer months when cabins book quickly. Most facilities are pet-friendly, though specific policies vary by location.

Most cabins require visitors to bring their own bedding, pillows, and towels. While some premium cabins include linens, basic cabins typically provide only bare mattresses or wooden bunks. Kitchen facilities vary considerably—some offer only outdoor fire rings with cooking grates, while others include small refrigerators or microwaves. On-site camp stores at larger facilities like Normandy Farms Campground sell basic groceries and camping supplies, though selection is limited. Guests staying in more remote cabins should arrive prepared with all necessary food and supplies. Firewood is available for purchase at most locations, though bringing a portable camp stove is recommended for reliable cooking options.

Best Cabin Sites Near Foster Center, Rhode Island (50)

    1. George Washington State Campground

    25 Reviews
    Pascoag, RI
    10 miles
    +1 (401) 568-6700

    $18 - $75 / night

    "Tons of hiking trails. Picnic tables and fire pit at each site. The folks a few miles down the road by the rotary sell giant piles of wood for $10. They do not have an on site store or sell firewood."

    "So if you are confused about things like location, let’s knock that out first: This campground is located near 2185 Putnam Pike, Chepachet, RI 02814."

    2. Stateline Campresort & Cabins

    9 Reviews
    Ballouville, CT
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 774-3016

    $25 - $50 / night

    "Boat rentals, pool, game room available. The site we had overlooked the pond and was perfect"

    "Was very helpful on the phone, though was not informed that on Sunday the office and store closes early at 3 but was still able to check in easy enough."

    3. Dyer Woods Nudist Campgrounds

    3 Reviews
    Foster Center, RI
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (774) 441-4559

    "Rustic with a traditional campground feeling. Swimming pond is wonderful. Three miles of well kept trails to explore. Friendly community of regulars with potlucks and campfires on the weekends."

    4. West Thompson Lake Campground

    8 Reviews
    Grosvenor Dale, CT
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 923-3121

    $15 - $30 / night

    "Very convenient to have the elevated space to sleep and store items in."

    "centrally located bathrooms/showers basketball court, playground and ampitheatre to keep the kids busy. hiking trails galore, disk golf, and swimming nearby. so fun!"

    5. Holiday Acres Campground

    6 Reviews
    Chepachet, RI
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (401) 934-0780

    $35 - $50 / night

    "The camp store is small but well stocked and the prices are very good.  The beachfront is nice, the canoe and kayak rental is reasonable. "

    6. Hopeville Pond State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    Griswold, CT
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 376-2920

    $17 - $50 / night

    "Some of the site have 50A/20A electric hookups and there’s a dump station available.There’s a small boat ramp without trailer parking Neither pets nor alcohol are permitted."

    "Well this is one of Connecticut's State Parks that offers camping, so we took advantage and made several new friends. We camped, swam, fished, hiked and picnic."

    7. River Bend Campground

    3 Reviews
    Moosup, CT
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 564-3440

    "There are kids everywhere on bikes and running around, so cars actually drive slowly throughout, which is nice. Sites are a bit close together."

    8. Burlingame State Park Campground

    51 Reviews
    Charlestown, RI
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (401) 322-8910

    $18 / night

    "I've never camped in Rhode Island, so I was curious to see what a state park campground had to offer."

    "Burlingame is a HUGE state park campground with over 700 sites. The location is fantastic, but with this many sites (so, with this many people), there are bound to be pros and cons."

    9. Normandy Farms Campground

    40 Reviews
    Foxborough, MA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (866) 673-2767

    $50 - $200 / night

    "The sites fit a family tent, picnic table, fire ring (with plenty of space for chairs) and a vehicle. You don’t have any boundary or open area between sites."

    "Driving in you quickly realize how huge this park is with some 400 RV sites, tent sites, yurts, lean-to’s, safari tents, and cabins. "

    10. Oak Leaf Family Campground

    2 Reviews
    Chepachet, RI
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (401) 568-4446
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Cabin Reviews near Foster Center, RI

423 Reviews of 50 Foster Center Campgrounds


  • Jean C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 1, 2020

    Burlingame State Park Campground

    Huge campground, not many level sites.

    I've never camped in Rhode Island, so I was curious to see what a state park campground had to offer. Rates are reasonable for state residents, but quite high if you are out-of-state, given the amenities. There are no hookups, but dump stations are available. Bathrooms have flush toilets and coin-operated showers. There's a small beach at the pond, a boat ramp, and proximity to wildlife refuges and the ocean. It's a HUGE campground, with 700 sites and 20 cabins. Canoes are available to rent.

    There's a nice playground, a camp store, and a naturalists cabin. Trails are available for hiking and biking. The beach is sandy and there's a small parking lot there, but I suspect most people walk to it. No alcohol allowed. 

    I didn't see more than a handful of level sites, with varying degrees of slope, but many are quite large. If you have an RV, plan to level; if you have a tent, be sure to bring good mattresses to protect you from the roots and rocks and orient your head to the uphill side. Most of the sites have some degree of visual separation from their neighbors, but there are places where it's hard to tell where one site ends and the next one starts. Site have fire rings and picnic tables, but if you plan to cook over the fire, bring your own grate or plan to use sticks and/or aluminum foil. 

    If you don't have a tent, consider reserving one of their rustic cabins. These offer two sets of bunks (no mattresses) and a small porch with a picnic table and fire ring outside. Some are located along the pond.

    3-4 bar cell phone coverage. No road traffic. East Beach is nearby, but parking fills early.

  • Rachel P.
    Jun. 12, 2022

    Mystic KOA

    Awesome Sunsets at the Mystic KOA

    Didn’t quite feel like camping, but it was still a lovely weekend away at the Mystic KOA. We decided to head down to check out the aquarium and stayed at a deluxe cabin. It was cute and clean and furnished with linens, cookware, utensils, kitchen essentials, keurig coffee maker/pods, and full-sized fridge. Only complaint was an odd, musty smell we couldn’t quite figure out.

    The grounds are large with vast amounts of space. Be forewarned that it’s right off of 95, and the sound definitely carries. Trees are sparse in areas, but the sunsets were a nice trade off. Amenities seemed nice from what we could tell - cool outdoor movie screen, pools and playground, though we certainly didn’t get to enjoy these things in February.

  • K
    May. 30, 2022

    Cold brook Campground and Resort

    Shaded Sites

    Grounds well kept. Shaded sites. Quiet areas in lower roads with mostly seasonal. Reasonable cost. 30 amp only. Many full hookups. Pet friendly.

  • Matt S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 5, 2024

    Mystic KOA

    Great campground for coastal CT & RI

    We stayed at Mystic KOA in North Stonington, Connecticut, to be tourists in Mystic. Spoiler alert… we had a great stay! 

    This campground is just 15-minutes from Mystic and about an hour’s drive to Newport, Rhode Island. It’s just a few minutes from I-95 and so close to Mystic Aquarium, downtown Mystic, Mystic Seaport, and all the local spots. 

    It’s a well-maintained campground with 2 pools(though the larger one was closed for maintenance during our stay), lots of play areas and daily activities for little ones, and a cool“pub truck” for adult drinks. Our site(#408) was about 85’ long with plenty of room for our 45’ motorhome and toad(and then some!). It was level and gravel with a nice fire ring and picnic table. The hookups worked fine with 50-amp electric and decent water pressure. Cable TV had nearly 50-channels, but the wi-fi didn’t quite reach our part of the park. 

    Due to a family issue, we needed to leave about a day-and-a-half early. We called the office as a courtesy to let them know as we were pulling out and received a partial credit for a night’s stay on our credit card. Didn’t even ask, they just did it. Thanks Mystic KOA! 

    We’ll definitely be back. This is a great place to stay when visiting the coastal Connecticut/Rhode Island area.

  • Rachel P.
    Jun. 15, 2022

    Getaway Machimoodus

    First Time Glamper!

    Getaway is fabulous! My first glamping experience was a winner! Machimoodus is one of the newest outposts just outside Boston and NYC. My bf and I went during one of the snowiest weekends all winter, but it was completely worth it!

    First of all, the huge picture window in the cabin is AMAZING. It is just so rejuvenating waking up to freshly fallen snow on the trees - corny I know, but 100% accurate. The cabin was beautiful and rustic, and outfitted with cookware, dishes, a Bluetooth capable radio, essentials like coffee for purchase, books and a shovel for the snow.

    Since the outpost was new, the fire pit was brand new, and despite the snow, we were able to cook on it. Very easy to use.

    Only critiques would be the lackluster water pressure in the shower and how icy the walkway leading up from the driveway got in the cold weather. The water pressure was a small price to pay, however, and the icy walkway is resolved easily enough wearing micro-spikes.

    I can’t recommend enough. It can be a pricy excursion, but the outposts are established in very beautiful settings. I cannot wait to check out more!

  • Linsey S.
    Sep. 13, 2021

    Mystic KOA

    Wasp Breeding Ground!

    Pros: Helpful staff, morning garbage pickup, excellent laundry facility, plenty of activities and amenities for children. Cons: Wasps!! Wasps everywhere!! We did our best to keep them at bay by lighting some sage but they were persistent. Not much privacy back in the tent/cabin areas, camp sites very close together and people have the ability to stare right into your site.

  • Rita M.
    Jun. 13, 2018

    Ponkapoag Camp

    Wild Zora Foods Review at Hidden, Rustic Gem in the Boston Suburbs.

    I found this campground in a totally roundabout way, while searching for lodging during a field trip to Plimouth Plantation. After discovering it, I decided that we HAD to plan a trip here sometime soon.

    Ponkapoag Camp is run by the AMC. The camp is on a beautiful piece of wooded land surrounding a large pond/lake. There are about 25 rustic cabins, and a few tent sites dispersed throughout the camping area. There is a year round caretaker there to help folks check in, and she also sells firewood. Reservations are by mail only, although you can call the caretaker to confirm availability.

    Before I continue my review, it is important to note: THERE IS NO ELECTRICITY OR RUNNING WATER.

    We brought all our water from home, and it worked well. Make sure you bring campsuds or other eco-friendly soap since the toilets are just outhouses without running water much of the year.

    The Cabins:

    Each cabin has between 2-6 beds. The mattresses in our large cabin were brand new dorm style mattresses, which were slippery but comfortable. The cabins have assorted dressers and shelves for storage, and a table for dining on those bad weather days. The floors are wooden. Many cabins have wood stoves, which is great for the cooler parts of the year. We were there Memorial Day weekend, and needed the stove when it dipped to 40 degrees. Outside of the cabin is a pedestal grill, and a picnic table. My children found trees close by to hang their hammocks.

    Upon departure from the camp, you are required to sweep and tidy up the cabin.

    The Grounds:

    Hiking trails abound on the property. While none of the trails are steep, they all go through beautiful ares, with views of the pond, and interesting rock formations. Blue Hill is within hiking distance, and it is a favorite spot for seeing the sunrise. Apparently you can see all the way to Boston!

    The pond itself is a wonderful place for kayaking and canoeing. There are several rocky boulders poking out of the water that make fun spots to discover. The sunsets over the pond are spectacular to watch from the dock.

    Getting there: The driveway to the camp is totally unmarked. It is a gate studded with two american flags. When you confirm your reservation (by mail), the caretaker will give you the access code for the gate. We enjoyed being somewhere that was so close to people, but felt so remote and had no traffic.

    Downsides: One of the nights we stayed, the flight path to Logan International Airport was right over the campground. We all slept fine, but it was distracting. Thankfully, they change the flight path every night, so it should not happen every night!

    WILD ZORA FOOD review:

    As a Ranger with The Dyrt, I was given the opportunity to test out food from Wild Zora Foods. https://wildzora.com.

    This is a premade meal company, focusing on Paleo and Primal recipes. We tried out a sampler pack of their meat bars, and then two meal-in-a-bag freeze dried entrees. We ended up eating several meat bars while making the trip to the campground, since we were stuck in traffic and everyone was hungry. Our 5 children helped do the sampling. Out of the six flavors (Parmesan Beef, BBQ beef, Mediterranean Lamb, Curry Turkey, Chili Beef, and Taco Pork), our favorites were Parmesan Beef ad Mediterranean Lamb. The other flavors seemed a bit too sweet for our liking. However, the bars were a great substitute for junk food when everyone is hungry. Everyone enjoyed eating them. I liked that they used food such as dates and dried apricots as sweeteners. My children all wanted more. I'd say that one bar would be a good snack for an adult.

    We also cooked up a batch of a berry breakfast cacao bowl, and their Chicken Caldera Curry. Both meals were super convenient in their pouches that could be cooked and eaten in. We just poured boiling water in, and let them sit. The Caldera Chicken Curry was well seasoned, and very meaty. I was impressed by how filling it was without needing any rice. The texture was a bit chalky, but overall, it was a great option for a Paleo freeze-dried meal. The berry breakfast meal was less satisfying--but it tasted very fresh, and not overly sweet.

    It was fun to test these foods out. When camping with kids, it is often hard to have time to cook a camp meal each night, so having quick options can really make a trip go more smoothly. I recommend checking out Wild Zora if you are interested in a preservative free, high protein freeze dried meal option.

  • N
    Aug. 15, 2020

    Rocky Neck State Park Campground

    Shady Spot walking distance from Beach

    I’ve lived in CT all my life but never used the Rocky Neck State Park Campground until now.

    The campgrounds are named after water fowl: Crane, Egret, Osprey, Heron etc...We stayed in Egret. We camped at site #4 (sunny) then moved to #38 (shady).

    Both spots were quiet, music low and people minded their business. Equal mix of RVs big and small as well as many tents.

    Bathhouses and toilets were not as cleaned as I would have liked but passable. Coronavirus social distancing required.

    Sites include one paved parking spot (ours was very muddy) a fire pit and a picnic table. No water or electric hookup. Wi-fi not available at this campground. Fire wood is sold at camp office. There is no store in park - no ice either.

    A lot of you children. Short walk to Rock Neck beach. Nature Center has movies on weekends for kids.

    Anyone with kayaks can’t easily get to boat launch. It’s 4-5 miles by car at 4 mile river boat launch. See photos.

  • Tom S.
    Dec. 10, 2021

    Aces High RV Park

    Nice campground

    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. Spots are well organized and no issues with hookups. Propane is available at the store.


Guide to Foster Center

Cabin accommodations near Foster Center, Rhode Island range from basic rustic structures to more fully equipped rentals. Most cabins are clustered within state parks and private campgrounds throughout this heavily wooded region in western Rhode Island where elevations range from 400-800 feet. The area experiences typical New England weather patterns with cold, snowy winters that limit cabin availability at many locations to the May-October season.

What to Do

Hiking trails: George Washington State Campground offers multiple hiking paths around the nearby lake. According to one visitor, "There's fishing and hiking right in the park" and another mentions "great place to relax and hike" with "great hiking trails going around some lakes."

Water activities: West Thompson Lake Campground provides excellent kayaking opportunities near Foster Center. As one camper notes, "The lake and adjoining river offer hours of fun for small craft. Take a long paddle up the river and you'll be escorted by hundreds of bluebirds and cedar waxwings."

Disc golf course: West Thompson Lake also features this activity for cabin campers. A recent visitor noted, "We were able to see some boat races and played a round of disc golf on property."

Fishing access: Multiple ponds and lakes surround rental cabins in the region. "The pond has some really big fish, but it's heavily covered with lily pads and there are a lot of submerged trees. If you're going fishing here, a weedless rig is the way to go," advises one camper at Hopeville Pond State Park.

What Campers Like

Privacy levels: Site selection impacts privacy at cabins near Foster Center. A reviewer at Stateline Campresort & Cabins notes, "Clean, wooded and open sites some overlook a large pond," giving campers options based on preference.

Heating options: Most cabins have some form of climate control. At Normandy Farms, a visitor explains, "The yurts are beautiful" and come equipped with heating for cool nights, which is important in this region's variable weather.

Cost value: Cabin pricing varies significantly by location. At Hopeville Pond, a visitor notes, "The rate for out-of-state campers, while higher than for residents, was reasonable at $30" though this is for tent sites near the rental cabins.

Unique accommodations: Normandy Farms Campground offers specialty lodging beyond standard cabins. "Normandy Farms is approximately 35 miles from Boston... with some 400 RV sites, tent sites, yurts, lean-to's, safari tents, and cabins," making it a full-service option for visitors.

What You Should Know

Reservation requirements: Booking well ahead is essential, especially for holiday weekends. At River Bend Campground, a visitor mentions specific recommendations: "Sites 99 & 101 are best for big groups!" showing that strategic site selection matters.

Bathroom quality: Facilities vary considerably between properties. At George Washington State Campground, one visitor reports "Very clean bathrooms & Hot showers" and mentions "bathrooms were very clean with hot showers (bring quarters, $1.50 for 6mins)."

Site spacing: Cabins at some locations have limited privacy. One camper at River Bend notes, "Sites are a bit close together. Our site F13 was very close to the pavilion but had some trees/woods blocking that made it feel more secluded."

Noise levels: Some campgrounds impose strict quiet hours, but enforcement varies. At River Bend, a camper notes, "Quiet hours at 11pm wasn't ideal for camping with a toddler. The DJ goes until 10:30 and it is LOUD. Not a deal breaker, just something to be aware of, especially if you are close to the pavilion."

Tips for Camping with Families

Water activities for kids: Dyer Woods Nudist Campgrounds offers a swimming pond that families appreciate. A visitor notes, "Swimming pond is wonderful. Three miles of well kept trails to explore."

Planned activities: Many cabin locations organize weekend events. At River Bend Campground, a visitor explains, "Great weekend to come - seasonal campers go all out decorating for Halloween. There are tons of activities for all ages: trick or treating one night, DJ/dance Saturday and Sunday, bingo/horseshoe/cornhole tournaments during the day."

Bike-friendly options: Several campgrounds with cabin rentals feature safe biking areas. At Holiday Acres Campground, one visitor mentions the "grounds were relatively quiet" with controlled vehicle speeds, noting "There is a nice beach for children. The water was warm and clean."

Playground availability: Most family-oriented cabin locations include play areas. At West Thompson Lake, a visitor reports "basketball court, playground and ampitheatre to keep the kids busy. hiking trails galore, disk golf, and swimming nearby. so fun!"

Tips from RVers

Power reliability: Electrical issues can affect cabin comfort. One visitor at Holiday Acres Campground warns, "Be very careful when you hook into their power, make sure you have a surge protector!!!" after experiencing equipment damage.

Site leveling: Cabin locations often have varying terrain. At George Washington State Campground, a visitor notes that "Sites were well spaced and provided some privacy depending on your site choice" but terrain can be uneven.

Camp store supplies: On-site purchasing options vary. At West Thompson Lake Campground, a visitor notes, "There is a large grocery store less than 2 miles away for anything you need. And there's Riverside Pizza less than a mile away, I highly recommend it!"

Gate access restrictions: Several campgrounds limit nighttime entry. At West Thompson Lake, one RVer mentioned "only complain is that they close the gate to enter at 9pm" which affects late arrivals at cabin rentals.

Frequently Asked Questions

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Foster Center, RI is George Washington State Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 25 reviews.

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