Cabin accommodations near Wakefield, Rhode Island range from basic structures to fully equipped rental units across several campgrounds. Seasonal availability typically runs from April through October, with Mystic KOA offering year-round cabin options. Most cabin rentals require 2-night minimum stays during peak season, with rates varying from $55 to $175 per night depending on amenities and location.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: East Beach State Campground offers fishing access along its peaceful shoreline. "Fishing was decent," notes a visitor to Nature's Campsites, which features a pond where campers can spend relaxing hours.
Kayaking and canoeing: Launch directly from waterfront sites at Hopeville Pond State Park Campground. "From here, we paddled south to the end of the pond and up the Pachaug River, eventually reaching the dam at Pachaug Pond. It's an 8 mile paddle with some tricky spots to navigate, but very pretty!" reports one camper.
Beach access: Multiple beaches provide swimming options near cabin rentals. "Hopeville Pond is a moderate sized state park campground along a river and offering fishing, boating, and swimming opportunities," states a reviewer. Beaches at Burlingame State Park get crowded during summer weekends, with bath facilities often busy from beach traffic.
What campers like
Privacy levels: Campgrounds offer varying degrees of seclusion between cabin sites. At Whispering Pines Campground, a visitor notes: "Our site we picked back in January was GREAT! Caters more to the seasonal campers than transients but still a good experience."
Family amenities: Recreation facilities supplement cabin stays. "The pool, splash pad, live music and activities for the kids were great!" reports a Whispering Pines visitor. Another camper appreciated similar features at Strawberry Park: "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!"
Cabin variety: Accommodations range from rustic to deluxe. "The sites in this loop offer more privacy; there's also a cabin at the beginning of this loop," notes a Hopeville Pond visitor, describing the more secluded F loop. The cabins at The Preserve Club and Residences represent higher-end options in the region.
What you should know
Campground size impacts experience: Burlingame State Park Campground has over 700 sites, creating a bustling atmosphere. "This 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," explains one visitor.
Bathroom facilities vary: Quality and cleanliness of restrooms differ significantly between properties. "Bathrooms are new and very clean," says a Nature's Campsites reviewer, while at Burlingame, "Bath houses are usually pretty filthy, and that's because there are too many people per bath house, and people are gross."
Weekend noise levels: Some campgrounds become noisy during weekends. "On the weekends people can get out of hand with the partying and it's not uncommon to have to listen to noise late into the night. Do not come on a holiday weekend, it's packed," warns a Burlingame visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Pool access considerations: Waterfront options vary by campground. "The kids enjoyed playing tennis & swimming in the pool at the campground - there is also mini-golf, but we didn't get the chance to play," shares a visitor at Ashaway RV Resort, noting these amenities complement nearby beach options.
Recreational programming: Organized activities provide structured entertainment. "Bingo is always a family favorite and they even had that," notes a Strawberry Park visitor. Another camper appreciated that "the rec staff always have a smile and they change the schedule when it rains to rainy day activities."
Biking opportunities: Several campgrounds feature safe riding areas for children. "Typically it's very peaceful, you can have a nice fire and some drinks, or even party if you'd like and not usually hassled too much, lots of shaded woody sites. Pool and playground for the kids but not much else going on," reports a Nature's Campsites visitor.
Tips from RVers
Site spacing: Proximity between cabins and RV sites varies widely. "The sites are surprisingly close to each other offering little privacy. I'd say they're 10'-15' apart at most," notes a camper at Nature's Campsites. Similar conditions exist at many RV-friendly cabin campgrounds near Wakefield.
Hookup availability: Water and electric connections vary by campground and site. "Some sites have water and electric hookups, but the majority of the sites have no utilities," explains a Hopeville Pond visitor, providing information relevant to campers bringing equipment requiring power.
Seasonal considerations: Some campgrounds with cabin rentals remain busier and louder during peak periods. "We were there the weekend after Labor Day weekend in 2014, and it was pretty quiet. Nice for biking, cute little beach, dog friendly," mentions a Burlingame visitor, suggesting early fall can provide a quieter cabin experience.
