Best Cabin Camping near Middletown, RI

Cabins near Middletown provide overnight accommodations ranging from rustic to fully furnished options. Burlingame State Park Campground offers 20 rustic cabins with bunk beds but no mattresses, some located along the pond. The Giddyup Getaway at The River Haven Sanctuary provides cabin-only lodging with picnic tables, fire rings, and drinking water. Mystic KOA, located about 30 minutes away in North Stonington, Connecticut, features deluxe cabins with more amenities. "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," one camper shared about their cabin experience.

Rustic cabins typically include basic sleeping platforms without bedding, while KOA-style cabins offer more comfort with refrigerators and some furnishings. George Washington State Campground provides cabin options with electric hookups and showers, operating from mid-April through Columbus Day. The Preserve Club and Residences features higher-end cabin accommodations with electric hookups, sewer connections, and drinking water. Pet policies vary by location, with most allowing pets but requiring leashes. A visitor commented, "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."

Most basic cabins require guests to bring their own bedding, pillows, cooking equipment, and food supplies. Campground stores at locations like Burlingame State Park and Mystic KOA stock essential items, though selection is limited. Cooking facilities range from outdoor fire rings with grills to indoor kitchenettes in deluxe cabins. Bathroom access varies significantly—rustic cabins typically use shared campground facilities with flush toilets and coin-operated showers, while premium cabins may include private bathrooms. Firewood is available for purchase at many locations, though Burlingame State Park does not sell it on-site. Visitors staying at cabins should check specific amenity lists when booking, as furnishing levels differ dramatically between basic and deluxe options.

Best Cabin Sites Near Middletown, Rhode Island (48)

    1. Burlingame State Park Campground

    50 Reviews
    Charlestown, RI
    25 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."

    2. Normandy Farms Campground

    39 Reviews
    Foxborough, MA
    34 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. "

    3. Mystic KOA

    24 Reviews
    North Stonington, CT
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 599-5101

    "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. Whispering Pines Campground

    7 Reviews
    Rockville, RI
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (401) 539-7011

    $60 - $80 / night

    "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."

    "Great privately owned family campground. The pool, splash pad, live music and activities for the kids were great!

    AT&T service had only one bar. Couldn’t stream but worked for calls and texts."

    5. Boston/Cape Cod KOA

    22 Reviews
    Middleboro, MA
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (508) 947-6435

    "Had a gas grill, table and chairs, a glider and fire pit."

    "Site 309 Pull thru with fire-pit , cement pad gas grill , chairs and table ,level site with grass for dog not all sandy Lots shade trees"

    6. George Washington State Campground

    25 Reviews
    Pascoag, RI
    36 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."

    8. The Giddyup Getaway at The River Haven Sanctuary

    1 Review
    Wyoming, RI
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (617) 875-2570

    "We're excited to have this campground on the Dyrt and ready for you to book, check them out and make sure to leave a review!"

    9. East Beach State Campground

    3 Reviews
    Charlestown, RI
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (401) 322-8910

    $28 / night

    "We stayed here when family in the area got married. just one night but it was beautiful. walk to the beach, bathrooms available, nice fire pit."

    10. Strawberry Park

    13 Reviews
    Griswold, CT
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 886-1944

    $60 - $120 / night

    "Plenty of open space a dog park area. 3 pools a kiddie pool and outdoor in ground hot tub. Golf cart rentals. Very clean and accommodating"

    "Kids had fun on the many play grounds. 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."

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Cabin Reviews near Middletown, RI

409 Reviews of 48 Middletown 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.

  • Stacy M.
    Aug. 7, 2018

    Cape Cod Campresort & Cabins

    Great 1st experience

    They have glamping sites, which include full hookup, fire pit with chairs, octagon shaped picnic table and stone patio for your rv front door. Pets welcomed, a ton of extra activities like row boat rental, kayak rental, mini golf for $3 all day, must bring a bicycle helmet if your riding bikes(state law), a small store, firewood for purchase, gated community, so you feel safe, 3 pools, laundry etc. We were impressed, only thing is main pool seems alittle run down and arcade area could look better than it does. Wish the had outdoor mo ie nights and crafts for kids

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Jean C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 2, 2021

    Barretts Pond Campground — Myles Standish State Forest

    Small campground near a small pond at Myles Standish

    This campsite loop at Myles Standish State Forest is closest to the headquarters and borders a small pond with beach. In addition to tent/RV sites, there are 3 yurts available with bunks. Sites that appear to be near the pond are pond view rather than pondside. Approaches to Yurt JC and J5, J 26, J27 are sloped. J14 is a little awkward. J33 is probably among the largest and nicest with a pond view. The sites aren't as large as those in the Charge Pond loops, but it's a smaller campground.

    The loop has flush toilets and showers. Water is available, but no electric hookups. Fire rings and picnic tables provided. Cell phone coverage throughout the forest is poor to absent; download maps for offline use if you want to be sure to know where you are or find directions. There are miles of bike trails and ponds for fishing, swimming, and boating. There's a larger beach and picnic area at College Pond.

  • John D.
    Jan. 22, 2021

    Peters Pond RV Resort

    Great place for a family

    We stayed at the campground and loved it. School started late so we were able to book after the holiday in September. Weather was still warm. Pool was good, pond was great.  It was not crowded that time of year, so it was very enjoyable. We really enjoyed the beach raft, able to kayak and did some fishing. 

    Kids loved the little pool slide. Also enjoyed the golf cart rentals.  The only disappointment was that they did not have a fire pit at the rented cabin that we were allowed to use. That was disappointing. It’s one of the key things you do when camping, that needs to change. However we have booked rentals for this year and are looking forward to going back.

  • 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.

  • 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 Middletown

Cabin camping near Middletown, Rhode Island offers options ranging from rustic to fully equipped accommodations. The region sits at sea level with a humid continental climate that averages 49°F annually and receives around 47 inches of precipitation spread throughout the year. Fall brings colorful foliage from late September through October, creating prime camping conditions with fewer insects and moderate temperatures.

What to do

Bike the campgrounds: Burlingame State Park Campground provides extensive biking opportunities throughout its 700+ sites. "You can bike for ever and go to the lake!" notes Madeline H., who visited the park. The massive size allows for extensive exploration on wheels.

Fish at local ponds: George Washington State Campground offers fishing opportunities right within the park. "There's fishing and hiking right in the park," mentions Nick S., who camps there regularly with family. The campground features a man-made lake for catch-and-release fishing.

Visit local attractions: Mystic KOA is positioned well for regional exploration. "We were able to find our site. There were many things to do within the campground, some closed due to Covid, but that didn't matter. We had a great time walking the dogs, and we used the dog run several times," notes Kari B., who visited the area to explore Mystic Seaport.

What campers like

Large wooded sites: George Washington State Campground offers spacious, private camping areas. "Nice campground with big private spots. Nice bathhouse with pay showers. Pretty, man made lake with a beach area for swimming and paddling," writes Michelle H., who appreciates the natural setting.

Clean facilities: Strawberry Park maintains excellent bathroom facilities. "Bathrooms are best of any campground. Highly recommend," says Matt T. The campground maintains its facilities to high standards, a consistent point in visitor reviews.

Family activities: Whispering Pines Campground provides numerous recreation options for families. "Great privately owned family campground. The pool, splash pad, live music and activities for the kids were great!" remarks Eddy B., highlighting the entertainment options beyond basic cabin accommodations.

What you should know

Busy summer season: The peak camping period from late June through August sees higher occupancy at most sites. At Burlingame State Park, Jessica A. advises, "Avoid holiday weekends and the heat of August if you can. Be prepared for dirty restrooms and come armed with hand soap (they no longer provide any), paper towels, and Clorox wipes."

Shower facilities: Most campgrounds charge for showers. At George Washington State Campground, Ryan A. notes, "Nice bathhouse with pay showers," requiring quarters for operation – typically $1.50 for 6 minutes according to Nick P.

Site variety: Campgrounds offer drastically different experiences based on location within the property. David M. from Burlingame State Park advises, "If you want a good visit do not stay down by the lake!!!" The site selection significantly impacts your camping experience.

Tips for camping with families

Activity schedules: Strawberry Park offers organized programming for children. "I love that I see the same staff there every year. There are seasonal and weekenders alike. Bingo every night, and more activities than you could possibly do!!! The kids ride their bikes to the sports fields, the rec center for the pool and activities," shares Ryan C.

Weather contingencies: Rain shouldn't ruin your trip with indoor options available. "When my family went here it poured! And we were thankful that there were so many things to do, painting ceramics, karaoke, an arcade (at the time it had DDR which was all the rage)," explains Michelle D. about Strawberry Park's rainy day programming.

Seasonal timing: Visiting during shoulder seasons provides better experiences. At Whispering Pines, Johnny W. notes, "Our site we picked back in January was GREAT! Caters more to the seasonal campers than transients but still a good experience. The kids got to enjoy a brand new splash pad which was great and a small train ride around the park."

Tips from RVers

Site selection strategy: Boston/Cape Cod KOA requires careful site selection for the best experience. "I have belonged to KOA's for quite a few years and I have learned that you really need to upgrade to the better campsites to enjoy your stay. With that being said I did not take my own advice and I booked a basic 30 amp fullhook up campsite and it was so tight that unfortunately I did not enjoy it as much as I wanted to," advises Janet P.

Navigational considerations: Several parks have challenging terrain. Johnny W. notes about Whispering Pines, "Pretty tight turns and big hills for towing your trailer through but it fits." Arrive during daylight hours for easier navigation through campground roads.

Hookup availability: Normandy Farms Campground provides premium full-hookup options. "There are plenty of sites to choose from the 'premium' full hook-up (50 amp) to basic with just water and electric and many others in between. Both back-in and pull thrus are available as are sites with shade and full sun," notes Nancy W., describing the extensive options for RV campers.

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