Best Campgrounds near Newport, RI
Camping near Newport in Rhode Island includes several state-run options within easy driving distance. Memorial State Campground has clean sites and good basic facilities for most campers. About 15 miles away, Horseneck Beach State Reservation puts you right by the water with sites that work well for beach days. Fishermen's Memorial State Campground sits around 11 miles from Newport and has larger sites that give campers who like to fish good access to fishing spots. Most people find late spring or early fall gives the best camping weather in this area, avoiding summer crowds and humidity. You can drive regular cars to all these campgrounds on decent paved roads. Weather can change plans though - heavy rain sometimes causes temporary closures in parts of these parks. While camping, you can check out walking paths in the area or head into Newport to see the town. Book ahead if you're coming between June and August, as these campgrounds fill up fast during summer.