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Friendly, clean and convenient. By chance, we were there during the annual fireworks.
Camping near Shannock, RI
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The area around Shannock, Rhode Island includes access to various types of camping options within a short drive. Burlingame State Park Campground, located in nearby Charlestown, offers one of the largest camping facilities in the region with over 700 sites and 20 rustic cabins for those without tents. Several mixed-use campgrounds accommodate different camping styles, including Whispering Pines Campground in Hope Valley and Fishermens Memorial State Park in Narragansett. Most developed campgrounds in the area support both tent and RV camping, with many offering water and electric hookups. Mystic KOA in nearby Connecticut provides additional options with tent sites, RV spots, cabins, and glamping accommodations. The proximity to coastal areas makes these campgrounds popular during summer months.
"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," noted one visitor about Burlingame State Park. Seasonal considerations affect camping availability throughout the region, with most campgrounds operating from April through October. Reservations are strongly recommended during summer weekends when coastal campgrounds fill quickly. Many campgrounds charge significantly higher rates for out-of-state visitors compared to Rhode Island residents. Cell phone coverage varies but is generally reliable at established campgrounds near Shannock. Weather conditions remain mild through most of the camping season, though coastal areas can experience strong winds. Tent campers should be prepared for uneven terrain at some sites, as several reviews mention challenges with roots, rocks, and sloping ground.
Campers report high satisfaction with waterfront access at several campgrounds in the region. Charlestown Breachway State Park Campground provides direct beach access, though it primarily serves self-contained RVs with no hookups and limited facilities. A review mentioned, "It's very close to the beach...steps away. There is a more 'private' sandy area near the water sites where we were able to pull up a chair and sit in the water." East Beach State Campground offers another coastal option with tent, RV, and cabin accommodations. For families seeking more amenities, several campgrounds feature swimming pools, playgrounds, and organized activities. Noise levels vary significantly between campgrounds, with some state parks enforcing quiet hours and alcohol restrictions while others experience more social atmospheres. The region's campgrounds provide convenient access to Newport, Block Island, and other coastal attractions, making them popular bases for exploring Rhode Island's shoreline.
Best Campgrounds near Shannock (122)
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
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"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 Availability3. 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."
4. 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 Availability5. 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 Availability6. Charlestown Breachway State Park Campground
"It is nothing more than a parking lot with no hookups and only composting toilets available, but you get access to Block Island Sound and all that it offers. Sites 58-75 are waterfront."
"We were able to secure a spot at Charlestown Breachway in Charlestown, Rhode Island during peak season, July 17-19.. Due to Covid-19, Charlestown was forced to reduce capacity to 50 percent."
from $18 / night
Check Availability7. 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 Availability8. Fort Getty Campground
"Perfect location for a summer / beach camp. Mostly for RVs but tent site #6 was great. Views of the ocean to wake up too and tucked away from main area."
"Such a beautiful destination for tourists, travelers, & beach goers....Talk about being right on the water with access to excellent swimming."
9. 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
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"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."
from $28 / night
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Drive Time
- 35 min from Providence, RI
- 42 min from Norwich, CT
- 1 hr 11 min from Worcester, MA
- 1 hr 16 min from Hartford, CT
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Recent Reviews near Shannock, RI
715 Reviews of 122 Shannock 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 Shannock
Campgrounds near Shannock, Rhode Island operate primarily in a temperate climate zone with summer highs averaging 75-85°F and winter lows around 20-30°F. The inland location sits approximately 150 feet above sea level in Washington County, with camping options concentrated within a 20-mile radius. Most campsites in this region feature mixed hardwood forests with oak, maple and pine creating varied terrain across the camping areas.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: The pond at Wawaloam Campground provides convenient access for anglers. "Well stocked store. Playground, fishing and water slides invite families," notes one visitor. Many campers appreciate the easy access to freshwater fishing without leaving the campground.
Hiking trails: Multiple trail systems connect through the area, with some crossing state lines. At Whispering Pines Campground, one visitor noted: "We drove about 10 min to some awesome trails which literally crossed the Connecticut and Rhode Island border." These trails provide moderate difficulty levels suitable for day hiking.
Windsurfing access: Sites 58-75 at Charlestown Breachway offer direct water access for windsurfing enthusiasts. A reviewer mentioned, "If you have a self-contained RV, like the beach, fishing, boating, and/or windsurfing, this may just be the park for you." Water conditions are typically most favorable for windsurfing during morning hours when winds are steadier.
What campers like
Spacious campsites: Many campers appreciate the generous site dimensions at certain campgrounds. At Wawaloam Campground, a visitor commented, "Large sites, great stone fire rings, full hookups... this place brings a lot to the table for a very fair price of 60 bucks." Another noted, "The trailer on the door side is probably 50-60 feet away."
Clean facilities: Bathroom cleanliness varies significantly between campgrounds, with some maintaining higher standards. At Fishermens Memorial State Park Campground, a camper observed: "New facilities, clean and quiet campground. Best location ever to the beach." Another mentioned, "Bathrooms were spotless. Friendly park rangers."
Water-based recreation: Multiple water features beyond just beaches enhance camping experiences. One visitor to Wawaloam noted: "Besides the pool they have a splash pad, a water slide, mini golf, a nice pond for fishing." These water amenities provide alternatives when coastal beaches are crowded.
What you should know
Out-of-state visitor pricing: Several campgrounds charge significantly higher rates for non-residents. A visitor to Fishermens Memorial State Park Campground stated: "Imagine my surprise when we found out that a water/electric site for an out of state camper was $45 per night! The rates for out of state campers are significantly more than for residents."
Noise considerations: Highway proximity affects several campgrounds. One reviewer at Mystic KOA observed: "You can hear the highway very well at night, particularly in the safari field." At another location, a camper noted "Road noise continued throughout the night and there is a wind turbine on the property."
Site conditions: Terrain varies significantly between and within campgrounds. A camper at Fishermens Memorial State Park noted: "Area Two has full hookups, no view and some of the sites (55-65) are decidedly not level." At Melville Ponds, someone observed: "The main campground is on a slope, so be prepared for some leveling requirements, especially sites #216 and #217 (front to back)."
Tips for camping with families
Swimming options: Many families appreciate the variety of water activities. At Mystic KOA, a visitor noted: "The pool is small and usually crowded, but still very well kept. And then there's mini golf, hay rides, and lots of fun planned activities." Water facilities typically operate from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Playground facilities: Several campgrounds feature playgrounds suited to different age groups. At Newport RV Park, one visitor mentioned: "It's well shaded, has a nice playground, bathhouse, and a laundry room." Playgrounds provide gathering spots for children to socialize during extended stays.
Organized activities: Some campgrounds maintain regular activity schedules. A visitor at Strawberry Park shared: "When my family went here it poured! And we were thankful that there were so many things to do, painting ceramics, karaoke, an arcade. Bingo is always a family favorite and they even had that as well!" Activities typically increase during summer weekends and holidays.
Tips from RVers
Dump station access: Not all campgrounds provide on-site dumping facilities. A Charlestown Breachway visitor noted: "There are no hookups or even a dump station, but your site may overlook the channel and is only a very short walk away from the beach... you can dump and refill your water at Burlingame State Park for free with registration and the breachway."
Pull-through availability: Some parks offer convenient pull-through sites for larger rigs. At Melville Ponds, one RVer commented: "We stayed in the premium pull through sites here. The whole campground is gorgeous. The premium sites have no shade and are a little close to the neighbors. However, they have great paver stone patios and fire pits."
Self-contained requirements: Certain waterfront locations have specific equipment requirements. At Charlestown Breachway, a visitor explained: "If you have a self-contained RV (no pop-up/canvas; permanent toilets/water tanks), like the beach, fishing, boating, and/or windsurfing, this may just be the park for you."
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Shannock, RI?
Which is the most popular campground near Shannock, RI?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Shannock, RI is Burlingame State Park Campground with a 4-star rating from 51 reviews.
What parks are near Shannock, RI?
What parks are near Shannock, RI?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 12 parks near Shannock, RI that allow camping, notably West Hill Dam and Buffumville Lake.
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