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Camping near West Kingston, RI
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Camping near West Kingston, Rhode Island spans state parks and private campgrounds within a short drive of coastal attractions and inland forests, with campgrounds ranging from large RV-ready facilities to tent-friendly sites with natural surroundings. Burlingame State Park Campground in Charlestown stands as one of the largest facilities in the region with over 700 sites spread across 3,100 acres, while Fishermen's Memorial State Park in Narragansett offers 182 sites with proximity to beaches and Block Island ferry access. Whispering Pines Campground in Hope Valley and Wawaloam Campground in Richmond provide family-oriented alternatives with recreational amenities. For those seeking waterfront camping, Charlestown Breachway State Park Campground offers direct access to Block Island Sound, though it primarily accommodates self-contained RVs.
Most campgrounds in the West Kingston area operate seasonally from April through October, with peak season running from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for summer weekends when facilities reach capacity. Rhode Island state parks typically charge higher fees for non-residents, sometimes double the resident rate. Weather conditions remain mild through the camping season, though summer humidity can be significant. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the region with 3-4 bars reported at most campgrounds. Fire restrictions vary by location, with some facilities prohibiting alcohol consumption on premises.
The camping experience varies significantly between facilities. State parks like Burlingame offer more natural settings but with basic amenities. According to reviews, "Many sites are well spaced out and you could obtain great privacy if you know which site to pick." Private campgrounds like Wawaloam cater more to families with amenities such as pools, splash pads, and organized activities. RV-focused campgrounds provide full hookups, while tent campers may find limited options at some locations. Newport RV Park provides convenient access to Newport's attractions, located just five miles from downtown without requiring bridge tolls. Visitors should note that site leveling can be challenging at several campgrounds, with one camper noting, "If you have an RV, plan to level; if you have a tent, bring good mattresses to protect you from roots and rocks."
Best Campgrounds near West Kingston (121)
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
Check Availability2. Fishermens Memorial State Park Campground
"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. 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 Availability4. 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."
5. Newport RV Park
"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. "
from $70 - $140 / night
Check Availability6. 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."
7. 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 Availability8. 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 Availability9. Wordens Pond Family Campground
from $60 / night
Check Availability10. The Preserve Club and Residences
Drive Time
- 30 min from Providence, RI
- 44 min from Norwich, CT
- 1 hr 6 min from Worcester, MA
- 1 hr 19 min from Hartford, CT
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Recent Reviews near West Kingston, RI
691 Reviews of 121 West Kingston 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 West Kingston
Camping options near West Kingston, Rhode Island include several established campgrounds within a short drive of the town. Burlingame State Park Campground in Charlestown and Fishermens Memorial State Park Campground in Narragansett provide tent, RV, and cabin accommodations about 15-20 minutes from West Kingston. Wawaloam Campground in Richmond and Worden's Pond Family Campground in South Kingstown offer additional options, with the region supporting various camping styles from basic tent sites to full-hookup RV spaces. Several campgrounds feature glamping or cabin rentals for those seeking more comfortable accommodations.
Most campgrounds in the region operate seasonally, typically from April through October, with limited year-round options. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for summer weekends and holiday periods when coastal campgrounds fill quickly. Rhode Island state parks impose different fee structures for residents versus out-of-state visitors, with non-residents often paying significantly more. Fishermens Memorial State Park Campground provides full-hookup sites and easy access to beaches and Block Island ferry, though travelers should note some terrain challenges. A visitor observed, "Many unlevel sites. Fairly close together. Some areas to hike on a small scale. Nice view of the water."
Family-friendly amenities distinguish many campgrounds in the region. Wawaloam Campground receives positive reviews for its water park features, swimming pools, and spacious sites. One camper noted, "Large sites, great stone fire rings, full hookups, huge pool, waterslides, splash pad, playground, great camp store... this place brings a lot to the table for a very fair price." The proximity to Rhode Island beaches remains a major draw, with most campgrounds situated within 30-40 minutes of coastal areas. Campers frequently mention the convenience of using these locations as base camps for exploring Newport, Block Island, and other coastal attractions. While sites are typically well-maintained with good utility connections, privacy varies considerably between locations and specific camping loops.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near West Kingston, RI?
Which is the most popular campground near West Kingston, RI?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near West Kingston, RI is Burlingame State Park Campground with a 4-star rating from 51 reviews.
What parks are near West Kingston, RI?
What parks are near West Kingston, RI?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 12 parks near West Kingston, RI that allow camping, notably West Hill Dam and Buffumville Lake.
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