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Camping near Hopkinton, RI
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Campgrounds near Hopkinton, Rhode Island range from state parks to private family-owned facilities, with most offering a mix of tent, RV, and cabin accommodations. Burlingame State Park Campground in nearby Charlestown provides 739 campsites and 20 cabins in a wooded setting around a pond, while Whispering Pines Campground in Hope Valley offers 210 sites with various hookup options. Several campgrounds near Hopkinton feature amenities like swimming pools, fishing ponds, and organized activities, particularly at mixed-use campgrounds that accommodate both tent campers and RVs.
Seasonal considerations heavily impact camping in this region, with most campgrounds operating from April through October. "The condition of the park has steadily declined since about 2016. Plans are in the work to update all bathroom facilities, but it keeps getting pushed back year after year," noted one camper about Burlingame State Park. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for summer weekends and holidays when waterfront sites fill quickly. Many campgrounds charge significantly higher rates for out-of-state visitors, with price differences sometimes doubling for non-residents. Weather can be unpredictable in spring and fall, with potential for heavy rainfall that may cause flooding at lower-elevation sites.
The quality and character of campsites varies considerably across the region's facilities. Fishermen's Memorial State Park Campground in Narragansett offers proximity to Block Island Sound and Newport, though sites provide limited privacy. A visitor remarked, "Site 175 is too small for a big rig, but fit our 20ft converted Sprinter van perfectly. We had tall, thick bushes on both sides of the van and could only see our neighbor across the way." Wawaloam Campground in Richmond receives positive reviews for its family-friendly atmosphere and amenities. Road noise can be an issue at campgrounds near highways, while those seeking more seclusion might prefer the wooded sites at Burlingame or Whispering Pines. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the area, though bathroom cleanliness and maintenance vary significantly between facilities.
Best Campgrounds near Hopkinton (134)
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. 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."
3. 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 Availability4. 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 Availability5. 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 Availability6. 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 Availability7. 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 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. Mount Misery Campground
"Overall nice campground, some sites definitely better than others (avoid site 26 - no shade and right next to the swamp so buggy). There is no check-in booth or staff on site really."
"Very rustic and quiet a lot of hiking trails and a big field to play football baseball if you have the people croquet is fun to play in the field as well there is some streams walking distance fun to check"
from $17 / night
Check Availability10. Sun Outdoors Mystic
"This park is in a great location for exploring Mystic. You are close to downtown, the aquarium, Mystic Seaport and other attractions."
"Seaport RV is a great, spacious campground with many amenities and a location close to Mystic."
Drive Time
- 30 min from Norwich, CT
- 31 min from Providence, RI
- 1 hr 3 min from Hartford, CT
- 1 hr 7 min from Worcester, MA
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Recent Reviews near Hopkinton, RI
730 Reviews of 134 Hopkinton Campgrounds
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Crocker's Boatyard
The fireworks-WOW
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.
- 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.
Guide to Hopkinton
Camping near Hopkinton, Rhode Island offers several options within a 20-mile radius, spanning both Rhode Island and neighboring Connecticut. The region features a mix of wetlands and forests with elevations ranging from sea level to around 400 feet, creating varied camping environments. Most campgrounds in this area sit on ponds or small lakes, providing water recreation opportunities during the May to September peak season.
What to do
Kayaking at Green Falls Campground: Located in Pachaug State Forest, this smaller campground offers direct access to a swimming pond. "Awesome place nice pond walking distance from site great swimming and fishing spacious sites pretty private," notes one visitor to Green Falls Campground.
Hiking at Mount Misery: Despite its foreboding name, Mount Misery provides excellent trail access. "We hiked to the overlook of Mt. Misery and had a great time geocaching and enjoying the trails," shares a camper about their fall visit to Mount Misery Campground.
Water activities for kids: Many campgrounds feature water attractions beyond natural swimming areas. At Wawaloam Campground, families appreciate the "huge pool, waterslides, splash pad, playground, great camp store... this place brings a lot to the table for a very fair price of 60 bucks."
Biking through campgrounds: Several parks offer extensive biking opportunities within their boundaries. One Hopeville Pond visitor mentioned the park is "excellent for bikes, there are in-camp roads, so big you can get lost(sorta)," making it ideal for family bike exploration.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Many campers highlight site size as a key factor in their satisfaction. At Wawaloam Campground, visitors frequently mention "large sites" with one noting, "The trailer on the door side is probably 50-60 feet away."
Clean facilities: Bathroom cleanliness varies significantly between campgrounds. At Sun Outdoors Mystic (formerly Seaport RV Resort), a recent visitor reported, "The bathrooms and showers are spotless and newly painted," suggesting management improvements.
Privacy options: While many campgrounds offer limited site separation, several provide more secluded alternatives. At Hopeville Pond State Park Campground, "the gem is the canoe sites at the north of the campground. These are tent only. You park and walk about 100 yards to the site. There are only four sites in this secluded section of the campground."
Organized activities: Family-oriented campgrounds often provide scheduled entertainment. Strawberry Park receives praise for its programming: "Bingo every night, and more activities than you could possibly do!!!" reports one regular visitor.
What you should know
Rate differences between campgrounds: Prices vary dramatically based on amenities and ownership type. At Fishermens Memorial State Park Campground, a camper noted, "Imagine my surprise when we found out that a water/electric site for an out of state camper was $45 per night! This was our first visit to a Rhode Island State Park so not sure if they are all like this."
Noise considerations: Several campgrounds experience noise issues from nearby roads or facilities. At Fishermens Memorial, "Road noise continued throughout the night and there is a wind turbine on the property. I've never been this close to one and yes, there is noise, although the road noise bothered me more."
Reservation timing: Securing preferred sites requires advance planning. For prime tent sites at Hopeville Pond, one camper advises targeting "Sites CN02, CN03 and CN04 have direct waterfront on the pond. You can launch kayaks, paddle boards, etc right from the site!"
Cell service and connectivity: Connectivity varies by location and carrier. At Wawaloam Campground, a visitor reported, "AT&T service had only one bar. Couldn't stream but worked for calls and texts. Campground WiFi was strong but as expected struggled to keep up on this busy 4th of July."
Tips for camping with families
Look for water features: Pools and splash pads provide entertainment when natural swimming isn't available. At Strawberry Park, kids especially enjoy the "air pillow, they have spent hours on there," according to a repeat visitor.
Consider camping sections: Some parks designate specific areas for different camping styles. At Burlingame State Park, one camper recommends, "If you want a good visit do not stay down by the lake!!!" suggesting quieter areas away from high-traffic zones.
Pack for weather changes: Spring and fall camping requires preparation for temperature fluctuations. A Burlingame visitor advises, "Make sure you set up your tent in preparedness for rain!" highlighting the importance of proper setup in this region.
Check pet policies: Regulations vary significantly between parks. One camper noted that Hopeville Pond has a strict "no pets allowed" policy, while many other area campgrounds welcome dogs with certain restrictions.
Tips from RVers
Site selection matters: Not all sites accommodate larger RVs comfortably. At Mystic KOA, one visitor observed, "Some sites towards the front of the park are very close together and unlevel. If you want to be up near the action – pool, bar car, and other activities – get a site in the front section."
Hookup availability: Electric service quality can fluctuate during peak usage. At Wawaloam Campground, a seasonal camper notes, "Water and power are good, no internet to speak of, and many sites do not have sewer, but pump out is low cost and convenient."
Maneuverability challenges: Some campgrounds have difficult access roads. A Wawaloam visitor mentioned, "Pretty tight turns and big hills for towing your trailer through but it fits," indicating the need for careful driving when arriving with larger units.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Hopkinton, RI?
Which is the most popular campground near Hopkinton, RI?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Hopkinton, RI is Burlingame State Park Campground with a 4-star rating from 51 reviews.
What parks are near Hopkinton, RI?
What parks are near Hopkinton, RI?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 12 parks near Hopkinton, RI that allow camping, notably Westville Lake and West Hill Dam.
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