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Best Campgrounds near Richmond, RI

719 Reviews

Richmond, Rhode Island provides access to several established campgrounds within a 30-minute drive, including Wawaloam Campground located directly in Richmond and Whispering Pines Campground in nearby Hope Valley. The camping landscape features a mix of private and state-operated facilities offering tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin accommodations. Burlingame State Park Campground in Charlestown represents one of the largest camping options in the region with over 700 sites and 20 cabins, while smaller private campgrounds like Wawaloam offer more intimate settings with full amenities including electric hookups, water, and sewer connections.

Seasonal operations affect most campgrounds in the area, with the majority operating from April through October. Burlingame State Park provides flush toilets and coin-operated showers, while facilities at other campgrounds vary significantly. Many sites require advance reservations, particularly during summer weekends and holidays when occupancy reaches capacity. The terrain at most campgrounds features a mix of wooded and open areas, with varying degrees of site levelness. Cell phone coverage is generally reliable throughout the region. A visitor noted, "Burlingame State Park campground is 3100 acres and many of the 739 reservable campsites are well spaced out and you could obtain great privacy if you know which site to pick."

Campers consistently mention water access as a significant attraction in the region. Burlingame State Park offers a small beach at its pond along with boat rentals, while Charlestown Breachway provides direct access to Block Island Sound for fishing and boating enthusiasts. Several visitors highlighted the family-friendly amenities at Wawaloam Campground, including its pool, splash pad, and water slide. The proximity to coastal attractions represents another advantage, with Newport and Mystic, Connecticut both within reasonable driving distance. According to one camper, "Wawaloam Campground in Rhode Island was our 3rd state and 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." Most campgrounds in the region accommodate both tent and RV camping, with several offering cabin rentals for those seeking more comfort.

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    1. Burlingame State Park Campground

    50 Reviews
    Charlestown, RI
    10 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."

    "My parents stayed in a bunkhouse and my husband and I stayed on the adjacent site. Bunkhouse is very basic but clean. Sites are well spaced with lots of types to choose from."

    2. Fishermens Memorial State Park Campground

    30 Reviews
    Narragansett Pier, RI
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (401) 789-8374

    $18 - $28 / night

    "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."

    3. Mystic KOA

    24 Reviews
    North Stonington, CT
    11 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. Wawaloam Campground

    11 Reviews
    Richmond, RI
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (401) 294-3039

    $50 - $75 / night

    " 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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    5. Whispering Pines Campground

    7 Reviews
    Rockville, RI
    4 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."

    "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."

    6. Strawberry Park

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

    $60 - $120 / night

    "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."

    "It is close by to some nice shopping areas as well. Bingo is always a family favorite and they even had that as well!"

    7. Hopeville Pond State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    Griswold, CT
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 376-2920

    $17 - $50 / night

    "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."

    8. Green Falls Campground

    3 Reviews
    Rockville, CT
    8 miles
    +1 (860) 376-4075

    $17 / night

    "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."

    9. Charlestown Breachway State Park Campground

    5 Reviews
    Charlestown, RI
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (401) 322-8910

    $18 / night

    "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."

    10. Newport RV Park

    16 Reviews
    Portsmouth, RI
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (401) 682-2424

    $70 - $140 / night

    "Excellent location for exploring the cites and beaches of Rhode Island!"

    "We chose this park due to its location close to downtown Newport (a mere five miles). There is a lot to do in this area and we wanted to spend time sightseeing. "

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  • Paul K.
    Aug. 26, 2025

    Fort Getty Campground

    Great Park Just Not for Camping

    Forty Getty Park RV Campground seems like a great location, with a good bit of history and a lot to offer to anyone visiting, which is why I was eager to visit it this past weekend while traveling through the Jamestown area of Rhode Island. I'd still call it a great place to visit, just not the best to attempt to stay at overnight or camp at. That is something else entirely in this case. 

    THE GOOD👍 Again, an absolutely gorgeous location on the shores of Jamestown😍 that being the park, NOT the campgrounds. The campground itself🏕 and particularly the⛺️ tenting section are pretty far removed from any of that and the water itself in reality. 

    THE Bad. In actuality, the campground looks to be a complete afterthought. More like, What should we do with this little grassy area next to the RV park?... oh maybe that can be for tents! Or,. Where the hell are we going to fit some tents⛺️⛺️⛺️⛺️⛺️around here? Oh, I know, how about over on the hill by the bathrooms?🚻 next to the RV park fencing? Oh yeah, that sounds Perfect👍 

    The Ugly There's no Ugly. The people seem nice, the park is great,t and everyone working there was polite and courteous. It's just a shame they haven't given any real consideration to the camping section or provided a real space for campers to come enough the area. What you're left with is a grassy knoll with a bunch of tent sites tightly clustered together and right next to or on top of the RV park in a way that didn't seem necessary.

  • j
    Aug. 19, 2025

    Crocker's Boatyard

    Great!

    Great spot with view of harbor, a pool, bathroom and power if needed. Easy to book, good location- near many places of interest.

  • Snooz H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Niantic KOA

    I mean wow!!

    So much going on! They will give free shuttle rides to 3 beaches & downtown Niantic, CT.

    We had tried to get a deluxe location and not completely booked. This is the weekend before Labor Day and they were vanishing point the owner / shuttle driver, John, asked us if we would want to move on Sunday after a bunch of people moved out. And we said absolutely because we're going to be here for 3 more nights.

    And it is huge and amazing! If you want to pay a little extra for the deluxe request slot 92!

  • Jim R.
    Aug. 6, 2025

    Indian Ranch Campground

    Live Music, Lake Views, and Laid-Back Vibes—One of Our Favorite Campgrounds

    We ended up at Indian Ranch Campground after leaving another local campground under less-than-ideal circumstances… and honestly, it turned out to be one of the best accidental discoveries we’ve ever made.

    From the moment we arrived, the energy here was completely different—welcoming, relaxed, and full of life. The campground is beautifully laid out with well-kept sites, plenty of trees, and easy access to Webster Lake(aka Lake Chargoggagoggmanchauggagoggchaubunagungamaugg—yes, really).

    🎶 The concerts? Incredible. Being able to walk from our campsite to watch national music acts perform live at the Indian Ranch Amphitheater is a game-changer. It’s like a music festival that doesn’t require you to sleep in a muddy field. Huge bonus for music lovers!

    🛺 Golf cart rentals make exploring the campground easy and fun, especially if you're hauling chairs, coolers, or just want to cruise around and enjoy the views.

    🏊‍♂️ The pool is clean and inviting—perfect for relaxing after a show or just enjoying a sunny afternoon.

    🌅 The lake itself is stunning, with spots to sit and watch the boats, fish, or just take in the view. The vibe is very“lake life meets concert culture,” and it works perfectly.

    🍔 There’s also an on-site restaurant inside the gates with great food, cold drinks, and a laid-back patio atmosphere that completes the experience.

    🤝 The people here? Fantastic. Campers were friendly, staff was helpful, and there was an overall sense of community that you just don’t get at every park. In Summary: Awesome mix of camping+ concerts Clean facilities, full hookups, and spacious sites Golf cart rentals= a must! Pool, lake, and great food on-site Walkable access to live shows= chef’s kiss🎶 We stumbled in… and didn’t want to leave If you're looking for more than just a campsite—if you want an experience—this is it. We'll be back. Probably more than once.

  • Jim R.
    Aug. 6, 2025

    Douglas Forest RV Resort

    Please—Do Your Homework Before You Stay Here

    I wish I wasn’t writing this.

    Truly. But if sharing our experience helps even one person avoid the same mistake, then it’s worth it.

    We booked two full weeks at Douglas Forest RV Resort, drawn in by its wooded setting and supposed family-friendly charm. The photos looked peaceful. The location sounded perfect. But within hours of arrival, we realized we had walked into something completely different.

    Almost immediately, we witnessed aggressive, disturbing behavior—adults yelling and chasing children through the park. At one point, a child was literally being pursued by a vehicle. In a campground. On the roads where people walk, dogs are walked, and kids ride bikes. We were shocked. We kept expecting someone from staff to step in—but no one did. When we brought it up to another guest, they just nodded and said,“Yeah… it’s always like this.” Turns out, management is known to overlook certain behavior from“regulars.”

    As we walked the grounds, we also noticed**several people clearly living out of tents—**not camping, not weekend warriors, but living there long-term. It gave the entire campground an uneasy, off-kilter feel. The line between traveler and transient is not well-maintained here, and it adds to the overall lack of safety and structure.

    We were ready to leave that night, but with tight, poorly lit roads, towing out after dark just wasn’t safe. So we locked up, barely slept, and pulled out at first light. We had paid for 14 nights. We stayed one. And we didn’t ask for a refund—because honestly, we just wanted out.

    And yes, we later discovered that many of the glowing reviews online were written by someone who works at the campground. That’s not just misleading—it’s reckless. Campers rely on those reviews to make informed choices.

    Douglas Forest RV Resort could be something special, but it’s not. Not right now. Not while safety is ignored, accountability is non-existent, and some guests are clearly treated as untouchable. Please, do your homework before booking here.

    We wish we had—just one day earlier.

  • Glenn M.
    Aug. 5, 2025

    Douglas Forest RV Resort

    Reviews seem to be disappearing for this property.

    Mixed Experience- Potential Hindered by Operational Issues

    The new ownership appears committed to improvements, though the focus seems more on revenue generation than guest experience at this time. 

    Infrastructure Concerns: The electrical system needs significant attention. Multiple RVs share single pedestals, and we observed exposed wire connections and pest issues at electrical boxes. Power fluctuations are common during warm weather, causing frequent breaker trips. The road system requires maintenance- while some fresh gravel has been applied, many intersections remain challenging for larger trailers due to poor grading and poorly placed boulders. 

    Accommodations& Atmosphere: This is primarily a seasonal/long-term resident park rather than a traditional camping resort. The site composition includes many permanent residents, which creates more of a residential community feel. For those seeking a transient camping experience, this may not align with expectations.

    Facilities: The pool is well-maintained and enjoyable. However, other amenities need attention- the playground equipment shows its age, and laundry facilities, while clean, have mechanical reliability issues. Currently, only one restroom facility is fully operational, with others being gradually brought online.

    Accessibility: Most sites feature loose gravel surfaces that may present challenges for guests with mobility equipment. The playground uses mulch surfacing, which may also limit accessibility.

    Management: Communication with management regarding concerns can be challenging, and families should be prepared for a more relaxed supervision environment.

    Bottom Line: While the location has natural beauty and potential, current operational challenges and pricing don't align well with the amenity level provided. Those seeking a quiet, well-maintained camping experience might find better value elsewhere until improvements are completed. Positive reviews seem to be coming from investors of the campground or people with personal interest.

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 4, 2025

    The Quarry Campground

    Lots of Amenities

    The Quarry has something for everyone. Swimming, fishing, hiking, seasonal, daily, full hookups or tenting. Lots of pull throughs!

  • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 3, 2025

    Normandy Farms Campground

    Repeat customer and I sure hope we can again!

    We were here a couple years ago and told everyone we knew about it in the PNW never knowing if our big road trips would have us near Foxboro again. Imagine our surprise and delight when our quest to hit all the MLB parks showed Normandy as proximal to Fenway. Yahoo! Red Sox win and we get to be here again. Kids and adults alike love it. What’s not to love. It’s the kind of place summer camping trip memories are made of. 4 pools, fishing pond, lodge, trivia night, soccer, baseball, softball and frisbee golf and so much more. Full hook ups. Super long sites.

Guide to Richmond

Camping near Richmond, Rhode Island, offers a mix of beautiful nature and family-friendly activities. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are some great spots to explore.

What to do

  • Visit the Beaches: Enjoy the nearby beaches like Roger Wheeler Beach and Scarborough Beach. One camper mentioned, "Not far from Roger Wheeler Beach & Scarborough Beach... Right down the street from great RI food," highlighting the convenience of beach access from Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground.
  • Explore Nature Trails: Check out the hiking trails around George Washington State Campground. A reviewer noted, "It does have some great things going for it, namely the hiking trails and views of the lake."
  • Fishing and Water Activities: Many campgrounds, like Wawaloam Campground, have ponds for fishing. One visitor said, "The grounds are well taken care of. The bathroom & showers were checked often."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained bathrooms and showers. A reviewer at George Washington State Campground mentioned, "Bathrooms were very clean with hot showers."
  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Many campgrounds cater to families. One camper at Wawaloam Campground said, "This is kid heaven. Families laughing & enjoying themselves."
  • Spacious Campsites: Campers enjoy having room to spread out. A review for Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground noted, "Very lush and green, and the showers are close to the sites."

What you should know

  • Booking Tips: Some sites can be uneven, so it's wise to check the campground layout before booking. A camper at George Washington State Campground advised, "My advice is to book the back section if you're a big Class A with a toad."
  • Seasonal Availability: Most campgrounds are open from April to October. For example, Wawaloam Campground operates from April to October, so plan your trip accordingly.
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may not have on-site stores. A visitor at George Washington State Campground mentioned, "There is no on-site camp store for last-minute necessities."

Tips for camping with families

  • Look for Kid-Friendly Activities: Choose campgrounds with pools and playgrounds. A camper at Wawaloam Campground said, "They have a splash pad, a water slide, mini golf, a nice pond for fishing."
  • Plan for Quiet Time: Some campgrounds can get busy, especially on weekends. A reviewer at Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground noted, "Quiet & peaceful."
  • Pack Snacks and Drinks: While some campgrounds have stores, it’s good to bring your own supplies. A camper at Wawaloam Campground mentioned, "The camp store has everything you might need."

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Levels: Make sure your site is level for easier setup. A camper at George Washington State Campground shared, "The site we chose is very uneven so leveling the RV wasn't real easy."
  • Consider Hookup Options: Look for campgrounds with full hookups if you need them. A reviewer at Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground mentioned, "Water pressure was @ 50 psi."
  • Plan for Waste Disposal: Know where the dump stations are located. A camper at Wawaloam Campground noted, "The trailer on the door side is probably 50-60 feet away."

Camping around Richmond, Rhode Island, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Richmond, RI?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Richmond, RI is Burlingame State Park Campground with a 4-star rating from 50 reviews.

What parks are near Richmond, RI?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 12 parks near Richmond, RI that allow camping, notably West Hill Dam and Buffumville Lake.

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