Best Tent Camping near Portsmouth, RI

Searching for the best camping near Portsmouth, RI? Portsmouth is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Portsmouth, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.

Best Tent Sites Near Portsmouth, Rhode Island (8)

    1. Burlingame State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
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    72 Saves
    Charlestown, Rhode Island

    Located next to Watchaug Pond in Charlestown, this spacious campground includes approximately 700 campsites, as well as 20 cabins. Utilities ARE NOT available at this campground. The campground features conveniently located restrooms with shower facilities, a playground, arcade, freshwater beach, boat ramp, canoe rentals and hiking trails. The camp store carries a wide variety of camping necessities, along with a large selection of souvenirs. The campground abuts the Burlingame Management Area and Kimball Wildlife Sanctuary and is located near numerous ocean beaches, including Misquamicut State Beach, Charlestown Breachway and East Matunuck State Beach.

    6 New Cabin Sites will be available summer of 2022.
    Septic Dump Station Passes are available for a fee to non-registered campers to utilize both the dump and water filling stations.
    Main Camp is restricted to tent camping only.
    

    Address: 1 Burlingame State Park Road, Charlestown, RI 02813

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents

    $18 - $75 / night

    2. East Beach State Beach

    2 Reviews
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    74 Saves
    Charlestown, Rhode Island

    Specialty camping on three (3) miles of undeveloped beach frontage is available at East Beach State Campground, located in Charlestown, Rhode Island. East Beach is one of the least developed of the Rhode Island state beaches, with limited parking and a half dozen changing rooms. This barrier beach and 10 site campground location offers four Clivus Multrum Composting Toilets for restrooms along with 3 miles of undeveloped beach frontage. Parking is very limited and fills up early on sunny summer days. A small portion of the beach is staffed with lifeguards on a seasonal basis. Utilities ARE NOT available at this campground. Special Camping/Vehicle Equipment requirements are required for camping at this location.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Dispersed

    $55 - $65 / night

    3. East Beach State Campground

    1 Review
    5 Saves
    Charlestown, Rhode Island

    Specialty camping on three (3) miles of undeveloped beach frontage is available at East Beach State Campground, located in Charlestown, Rhode Island. East Beach is one of the least developed of the Rhode Island state beaches, with limited parking and a half dozen changing rooms. This barrier beach and 10 site campground location offers four Clivus Multrum Composting Toilets for restrooms along with 3 miles of undeveloped beach frontage. Parking is very limited and fills up early on sunny summer days. A small portion of the beach is staffed with lifeguards on a seasonal basis. Utilities ARE NOT available at this campground. Special Camping/Vehicle Equipment requirements are required for camping at this location.

    All camping units MUST BE self-contained AND equipped with 4-wheel drive. A self-contained unit is defined as “A camping unit which contains permanent holding tanks for potable water, grey water and black water. Bathroom equipment must be permanently affixed to the unit.”
    Tow trailers or Fifth Wheels are not allowed.
    All campers MUST obtain a Barrier Beach Permit prior to their stay.
    Beach Vehicle Permits/Trail passes can be purchased from the Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council (CRMC)
    A beach parking fee will also be required for any vehicle using the East Beach Sand Trail during the summer beach season unless registered for a campsite.
    Closure of part or all of East Beach Campground may occur during the camping season due to the nesting of a tiny shorebird called the Piping Plover. The Piping Plover is listed as a threatened species under the Federal Endangered Species Act. If a closure should occur, reservations will be cancelled and refunded in full.
    Registered campers after having checked in to East Beach Campground will be allowed to utilize the Septic Dump Station and Water Filling Station at Burlingame State Campground and/or Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground, one time at no charge. Additional dumping or use of the water filling station will be subject to the Septic Dump Station Pass Fee
    Must show proof of active and valid reservation.
    Tent camping is not allowed.
    Pets are not allowed.
    Registered campers after having checked in to East Beach Campground will be allowed to utilize the Septic Dump Station and Water Filling Station at Burlingame State Campground and/or Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground, one time at no charge. Additional dumping or use of the water filling station will be subject to the Septic Dump Station Pass Fee
    

    Address: East Beach Road, Charlestown, RI 02813

    • Pets
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Cabins
    • Trash

    $28 / night

    4. Waquoit Bay National Estuarine

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    3 Photos
    86 Saves
    Falmouth, Massachusetts
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group

    6. Sandy Neck Beach Park Primitive Campsites

    4 Reviews
    20 Photos
    253 Saves
    West Barnstable, Massachusetts

    Welcome to Sandy Neck Beach Park. Thousands of years have allowed this barrier beach to develop into 4,700 acres of dunes, maritime forests, and marshes. It is a living museum, exhibiting dynamic landscapes rich with ecological activity and recreational opportunities. Each year thousands of visitors are attracted to Sandy Neck to soak up the sunshine, swim, and beach comb as they witness the power of the ocean. While extremely satisfying, these activities represent a fraction of the possibilities for any visitor seeking to enjoy a quality outdoor experience.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Market

    $20 / night

    7. Ginny B Camp Grounds

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    2 Saves
    Foster Center, Rhode Island

    Swimming Small fry fishing 2 Recreation halls Fireplace & picnic table on each site State tested water Camp store Ice & wood available 8 Modern restrooms with free hot showers Coin operated laundry Pets on leashes are welcome Horseshoe courts Volleyball court Basketball court 2 Softball diamonds Lending library 200 sites with water & electricity Sewer sites available Playground 2 Dumping stations Adjacent to public golf course

    • Fires
    • Tents
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table
    • Firewood Available
    • WiFi

    $46 - $50 / night

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