Places to Camp in Rhode Island

180 Reviews

Rhode Island might be the smallest of the 50 states, but that just makes it easier to travel between its extensive number of adventure hotspots and through a whopping 400 miles of sandy coastline. Camping in Rhode Island is more than worth it for the diversity of outdoor recreation opportunities alone. Within the 1,212 square miles they call home, Rhode Islanders can enjoy hiking the green, lake-speckled hillsides of the New England Uplands, explore the dozens of rivers in the north that feed into Narragansett Bay, venture south toward the Seaboard Lowlands to breathe in salty sea air, and head offshore to navigate 38 islands by boat, kayak, and more.

The Ocean State earned its nickname for a reason, and any fan of marine fun will especially love camping in Rhode Island. Make your way to historic Newport for a quintessential New England experience. Also known as the City by the Sea, the nine-village coastal community’s manicured mansions, cobbled streets, and pristine beaches make it the picture of Gilded Age resort life.

Visitors flock to Newport beaches like Easton’s for family picnics, kite flying, and boogie boarding. Head to Gooseberry for a calm and luxurious day of sunbathing. Visit the dog-friendly Fogland to enjoy a day of stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, and windsurfing. Don’t forget to stop by Sachuest (also called Second Beach) to find the longest beach in Rhode Island, surfable waves, and a shoreline RV campground with hot showers. Retreat to one of two state parks for quiet camping, or find community at nearby Melville Ponds Campground.

The belle of Newport’s ball sits at the north end of town on Narragansett Bay. Fort Adams State Park not only draws music-festival-lovers for the annual summer Jazz Fest and Folk Festival, but also attracts people year-round for swimming, kayaking, boating, and more.

The Department of Parks & Recreation runs five campgrounds throughout the state that make it easy to find camping in Rhode Island. Pitch your tent at Burlingame State Park, the state’s first official campground, which offers space for 700 rustic campsites and access to freshwater swimming, fishing, canoeing, and hiking trails beneath towering trees—as well as a camp store in case you left anything at home.

No matter how you want to go camping in Rhode Island, The Dyrt can help you find the best place for it.

Best Camping Sites in Rhode Island (34)

1.
Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground
26 Reviews
69 Photos
232 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.
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.
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.
Wawaloam Campground
9 Reviews
24 Photos
51 Saves
Richmond, Rhode Island
Wawaloam, named after a Nipmuck Native American Princess, is truly a family affair. In 1969, Jim and Maureen Smith began their dream of running a successful vacation destination for campers visiting the Southern New England area. Nearly fifty years and three generations later, Wawaloam has become a favorite place for campers of all ages.
Families love the fact that Wawaloam includes 3 children in our base rate. Isn’t that what family camping is all about? Wawaloam also welcomes well-behaved pets for a small fee of $5 per night. After all, we’re animal lovers, too! Everyone is encouraged to participate in the various activities Wawaloam has to offer: from crafts to dances, movies to mini golf, Wawaloam has activities for everyone in your family. Wawaloam has become famous for our Friday night dinner and Sunday morning breakfast menus. Our head chef Jim uses local produce and seafood right off the boat in Galilee! Wawaloam has the most spacious sites around and we’re top-rated in the Good Sam Directory and on TripAdvisor. We take pride in our campground and it shows!
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$50 - $75 / night
5.
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
6.
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
7.
Holiday Acres Campground
6 Reviews
10 Photos
37 Saves
Chepachet, Rhode Island
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$35 - $50 / night
8.
Charlestown Breachway State Park Campground
5 Reviews
28 Photos
86 Saves
Charlestown, Rhode Island
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- RVs
- Group
- Trash
9.
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
10.
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

Popular Camping Styles in Rhode Island

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Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground

26 Reviews

69 Photos

232 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

George Washington State Campground

25 Reviews

55 Photos

119 Saves

Pascoag, Rhode Island

Pets
Fires
Electric Hookups
Phone Service

$14 - $35 / night

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

$70 - $140 / night

Wawaloam Campground

9 Reviews

24 Photos

51 Saves

Richmond, Rhode Island

Wawaloam, named after a Nipmuck Native American Princess, is truly a family affair. In 1969, Jim and Maureen Smith began their dream of running a successful vacation destination for campers visiting the Southern New England area. Nearly fifty years and three generations later, Wawaloam has become a favorite place for campers of all ages.

Families love the fact that Wawaloam includes 3 children in our base rate. Isn’t that what family camping is all about? Wawaloam also welcomes well-behaved pets for a small fee of $5 per night. After all, we’re animal lovers, too! Everyone is encouraged to participate in the various activities Wawaloam has to offer: from crafts to dances, movies to mini golf, Wawaloam has activities for everyone in your family. Wawaloam has become famous for our Friday night dinner and Sunday morning breakfast menus. Our head chef Jim uses local produce and seafood right off the boat in Galilee! Wawaloam has the most spacious sites around and we’re top-rated in the Good Sam Directory and on TripAdvisor. We take pride in our campground and it shows!

Pets
Fires
Electric Hookups
Phone Service

$50 - $75 / night

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

$18 - $75 / night

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

$60 - $80 / night

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Places to Camp in Rhode Island

Best Camping Sites in Rhode Island (34)

1.

Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground

2.

George Washington State Campground

3.

Newport RV Park

4.

Wawaloam Campground

5.

Burlingame State Park Campground

6.

Whispering Pines Campground

7.

Holiday Acres Campground

8.

Charlestown Breachway State Park Campground

9.

Fort Getty Campground

10.

Bowdish Lake Camping Area

Popular Camping Styles in Rhode Island

Tents

RVs

Dispersed

Cabins

Pets Allowed

Yurts

Equestrian

Pet-friendly camping in Rhode Island

Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground

George Washington State Campground

Newport RV Park

Wawaloam Campground

Burlingame State Park Campground

Whispering Pines Campground

Recent Reviews In Rhode Island

180 Reviews of 34 Rhode Island Campgrounds