Connecticut RV Camping and Campgrounds
Connecticut has a wide variety of RV camping locations with spectacular scenery, solitude, and interesting history. Public lands and private RV parks and campgrounds offer a wide range of camping facilities from full service RV hookup campsites to more primitive camping locations.
Connecticut Private RV Parks and Campgrounds
- Private RV Parks - Research tools for finding the best privately owned RV parks and campgrounds in Connecticut.
Official Connecticut RV Camping Information
- US Army Corps of Engineers - USACE/COE information about Connecticut water projects. Only West Thompson Lake permits RV camping in Connecticut.
- Connecticut State Parks - State parks and forests in Connecticut offer great RV camping locations. Ammenities range from dry camping to full hookups.
- Connecticut Tourism Website - Where to go, and what to do in Connecticut. Includes RV camping suggestions.
Campground Reservations
- Camping Reservations - Make your campground reservation in advance, and your campsite will be waiting for you when you arrive.
RV Dump Stations In Connecticut
- RVDumps.com - Places to dump your RV in Connecticut.
- Sanidumps.com - Connecticut RV dumps listed by town.
Free RV Camping
RV parking is permitted in state rest areas. Private property may offer some free overnight RV parking locations with permission.
Rest area eastbound I-84. Overnight RV parking with dump station.
Rest area northbound I-91. Overnight parking with RV dump station.
Rest area eastbound I-84. Overnight RV parking with RV dump station.
Rest area southbound I-91. Overnight RV parking with RV dump station.
Rest area east and westbound I-84. Overnight RV parking with RV dump station.
Connecticut Public Campgrounds
RV camping is available at many Connecticut State Parks, Connecticut State Forests, and USACE (US Army Corps of Engineers) lake facilities. The following list shows only a few examples of available public RV camping opportunities in Connecticut.
Just 2 miles north of Baltic is the Salt Rock Campground. RV camping is available at 71 campsites. Swimming pool and RV dump station.
Unravel an age-old geologic mystery and decide for yourself where the name of Devil's Hopyard State Park originated. 21 wooded campsites suitable for RV camping have cooking grills, picnic tables, picnic shelters, and vault toilets.
North of Kent, RV camping is available at the Macedonia Brook State Park. This park is managed as a natural area, and minimal facility development. 51 campsites are available for RV camping.
Not far from New Preston is the Lake Waramug State Park. RV camping is available at the park's 77 campsites. Bathrooms, Food Concession, Picnic Tables, Showers and Swimming are available.
Just a few miles south of Pomfret is Mashamoquet Brook State Park. RV camping at over 50 campsites in two campgrounds. Outdoor recreation activities include hiking, picnicking, and fishing.
The Housatonic River helps make Kettletown State Park a great RV camping destination. With 68 open and wooded campsites, fishing, hiking, and swimming activities are available for your family RV camping trip.
RV camping is allowed at West Thompson Lake. This area is managed by USACE (US Army Corps of Engineers) and is popular with fishermen and campers. Seasonal use campground. Snowmobile use allowed in winter.
Eastern Connecticut is home to Pachaug State Forest. RV camping is permitted within the forest at designated campgrounds. Horseback riding, hiking, and more outdoor recreation opportunities are available.
A short distance north of Watertown is the Black Rock State Park. RV camping is available at the park campgrounds 96 campsites. Hiking, biking, wildlife watching, and fishing are only some of the outdoor activities available.
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Federal Public Land
RV Camping Information
USFS (US Forest Service) - Describes USFS policies and rules about RV camping. Information about dispersed camping, and tips on how to find great free RV camping sites.
NPS (National Park Service) - General information about RV camping and campgrounds in US National Parks. With campgrounds in the most historic and scenic places in the country, the NPS offers some of the best places for RV camping.
USACE/COE (US Army Corp of Engineers) - USACE (perhaps better know as COE) manages water recreation areas throughout the USA. Information about finding USACE lakes, RV camping possibilities, and rules and policies for use of these water based recreation areas is included.
BLM (Bureau of Land Management) - Located throughout the western USA, BLM managed lands offer great camping locations. Developed campgrounds, and almost unlimited dispersed camping opportunites await you.
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RV Camping Ideas In Connecticut
Here's a list of places to consider when looking for a free overnight RV camping or parking location in Connecticut. We always recommend asking for overnight RV parking permission when looking for a free spot to spend the night. The smaller your RV, the better chances you will have finding places to stay if you choose not to ask permission. If you don't ask permission, you end up "sneaking" into places and hoping nobody bothers you or issues you a trespassing ticket before you move on.
Be smart and Be Safe...Ask Permission.
- Truck Stops - Asking permission is usually not a requirement Be considerate of the big rigs!
- Walmart - Not all stores allow overnight RV parking in Connecticut due to city ordinances. Check store for policy.
- Nightclubs - Had one too many or just pretending?
- Grain Elevators - Ask where you can park your RV out of the way for the night.
- Fraternal Organizations - VFW, Elks etc. may allow members free overnight RV camping.
- Cemetery - Sounds creepy to us, but we've also heard they may have water available.
- Fairgrounds - State and County facilities may allow RV camping when not otherwise in use.
- Parks - City, County, State, and Community parks often have free RV camping.
- Churches - You can almost make "reservations" by calling ahead for permission.
- Hotel Parking Lots - Assuming a nightclub/bar is inside, had one too many or just pretending?
- Truck Terminals - Parking areas for large trucks might allow you free RV camping permission.
- RV Dealers - Pretty brave to us, but you could fit right in.
- Cracker Barrel - These nationwide restaurants usually allow free overnight RV parking.
- Movie Theaters - Too tired to drive home after the late show?
- Highway Rest Areas - All rest areas allow a few hours of free RV parking, but noisy.
- Drive In Movies - Got a small RV, park in the back row and enjoy the show. Fell asleep by accident right?
- Vehicle Repair Shops - Need to see the repairman first thing in the morning?
- Big Box Retailers - Kmart, Best Buy, Sams Club often allow free RV camping.
- Roadside Parks & Picnic Areas - The early day version of the rest area.
As you can see, there are a lot of free RV camping and parking possibilities in Connecticut. If you are not asking permission, it's best to keep a very low profile. If your RV has slide outs, jacks and TV antennas, don't use them so as not to draw attention to yourself. Consider your surroundings carefully and if you feel uncomfortable with the area, move somewhere else.
