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Top Tent Camping in Rhode Island

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Looking for the best Rhode Island tent camping? The Dyrt helps you find campsites in Rhode Island with tent camping. Whether you're looking for a quiet location in the woods or a full-service RV resort near attractions, The Dyrt makes it easy to find the perfect place to pitch your tent.

Best Tent Camping Sites in Rhode Island (24)

  1. Camper-submitted photo from Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground

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    Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground

    26 Reviews
    69 Photos
    236 Saves
    Narragansett Pier, Rhode Island

    Located on Point Judith Pond, Fishermen's Memorial State Park is a haven of water-based activities, including fishing, boating and kayaking. The park is adjacent to one of Rhode Island's most popular beaches, providing campers with a scenic and relaxing place to soak up the sun and enjoy the ocean. The park offers a range of camping options, including tent and RV sites, as well as cabins and cottages. Fishermen's Memorial State Park is located near many of Rhode Island's most popular attractions, including Newport's mansions and historic sites, and the beautiful Block Island. Visitors can also explore the nearby towns of Narragansett and South Kingstown, which offer a range of dining, shopping and entertainment options.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  2. Camper-submitted photo from George Washington State Campground

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    George Washington State Campground

    25 Reviews
    55 Photos
    119 Saves
    Pascoag, Rhode Island
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $14 - $35 / night

  3. Camper-submitted photo from Newport RV Park

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    Newport RV Park

    15 Reviews
    92 Photos
    106 Saves
    Portsmouth, Rhode Island

    Modern, full hook up RV Sites only 5 minutes from historic Newport, Rhode Island and breathtaking ocean beaches. Founded as Melville Ponds by John O. Thayer, our decades of hosting guests feels like welcoming family back for another experience that will be treasured long after check out.

    Located on Aquidneck Island, Newport is a feast for the senses. A veritable banquet of salt air, gilded mansions, and ocean breezes. Newport's food scene is a destination in and of itself. With over one hundred dining establishments, one could spend weeks just sampling the epicurean delights.

    Newport RV Park offers all accommodations needed for a short or long term stay. All 100 plus RV sites offer full hookup and your choice of a back in or premium pull thru site for your stay. If you prefer a shaded site or an open air/no overhead obstructions location- we've got a site that will fit your unit comfortably throughout the park. For those who want to experience a classic camping experience, rustic tent sites are available in a separate area of the park.

    ON-SITE AMENITIES:

    • 5 miles from Historical Newport

    • Sandy Point Beach – 5 miles

    • Close to shopping, tourist train, fine dining & theaters

    • Beautiful RV & tent campsites

    • Shaded and level campsites

    • Full-hookup campsites

    • 30 & 50 AMP on all RV sites

    • Picnic tables and fire rings at every campsite

    • Clean comfort station

    • Complimentary hot showers

    • Ice & firewood available on-site

    • Stocked camp store

    • Complimentary WIFI and digital cable

    • Water and Sewer on all RV sites

    • Dog Park

    • Fishing at Melville Park (RI Fishing License required)

    • Access to Hiking & walking trails

    • Playground

    • Obstruction free campsites - full sun

    • Covered pavilion

    • Coin op laundry

    • Pull thru & back in campsites

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $70 - $140 / night

  4. Camper-submitted photo from Burlingame State Park Campground

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    Burlingame State Park Campground

    7 Reviews
    14 Photos
    59 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
    • RVs

    $18 - $75 / night

  5. Camper-submitted photo from Whispering Pines Campground

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    Whispering Pines Campground

    6 Reviews
    69 Photos
    69 Saves
    Rockville, Rhode Island

    RHODE ISLAND'S PREMIER DESTINATION CAMPGROUND

    Whispering Pines boasts 50 acres of towering pines which provides the perfect ambience to unwind or share with love ones. The best memories are made camping and our team is ready to host your stay. Our family friendly park has many onsite amenities and everything is included with your reservation!

    · 30 & 50 amp Service

    · Pool & Splash Pad (brand new in 2022)

    · Back In & Pull Thru sites

    · Clean Restrooms

    · Complimentary Hot Showers

    · Playgrounds for all ages

    · Ice & Firewood to purchase

    · Stocked store with goodies

    · Propane refill station

    · Dump station

    · Office with camp store

    · Recreation Hall

    · Complimentary Kids’ Train Rides*

    · Arcade

    · Coin Op Laundry

    · Covered Pavilion

    · Athletic Field

    · Complimentary Basic WiFi

    · 4 Rustic Cabins – open for bookings! (no pets, 2pm check in for cabin guests)

    · Gated park entry

    · Dog Park

    · Snack Bar*

    · Mini Golf (nominal fee)

    · Basketball

    · Horseshoe & Bocce Ball Pits

    · Corn Hole

    · Shuffleboard

    · Weekend Themes & Activities*

    · Spring Fed Pond for catch & release

    · Complimentary canoes & row boats

    *(available beginning memorial weekend, as weather permits)

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $60 - $80 / night

  6. Camper-submitted photo from Fort Getty Campground

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    Fort Getty Campground

    5 Reviews
    6 Photos
    107 Saves
    Jamestown, Rhode Island

    Fort Getty Park & Campground offers seasonal and transient RV campsites. Transient RV campsites are $50/night with a 2-week minimum stay. For more info contact the Jamestown Parks & Recreation office at 401-423-7260.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
  7. Camper-submitted photo from Bowdish Lake Camping Area

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    Bowdish Lake Camping Area

    4 Reviews
    10 Photos
    12 Saves
    Pascoag, Rhode Island

    Bowdish Lake is more than just a campground, it is a summertime community of family and friends. Spacious, private campsites provide a relaxing outdoors experience with plenty of activities close-by.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $40 - $200 / night

  8. Camper-submitted photo from Meadowlark Campground

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    Meadowlark Campground

    2 Reviews
    44 Saves
    Newport, Rhode Island
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
  9. Camper-submitted photo from Carr Point Recreation Facility

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    Carr Point Recreation Facility

    3 Reviews
    4 Photos
    11 Saves
    Middletown, Rhode Island
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  10. Camper-submitted photo from East Beach State Beach

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    East Beach State Beach

    2 Reviews
    4 Photos
    67 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

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