Beach camping in Massachusetts

The Bay State is bigger than Boston, with peaceful beaches, historic parks, and state forests.

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4 top beach campgrounds in Massachusetts

Bakers Island Light Campsite

3 sites · Tents10 acres · Beverly, MA

Bakers Island Light Station is located on Bakers Island in Salem Sound, a 60-acre island with a large summer colony. The lighthouse stands at 59 feet tall and continues to guide ships in and out of Salem Harbor with an alternating 20-second white-red light. The 10-acre light station, which includes six historic structures such as two keepers houses, an oil house, and a lantern room (now operating as a gift shop), is located in the northwest quadrant of the island and was formally owned and operated by the US Coast Guard. The rest of the island is in private ownership including the Bakers Island Wharf. The deed to historic Bakers Island Light Station was transferred on August 27, 2014, from the United States government to the Essex National Heritage Commission (Essex Heritage). Learn more about this land: Rated #1 Hipcamp site in Massachusetts by Outdoor Magazine in 2020! Enjoy the sights and sounds of off-the-grid coastal living at the Bakers Island Light Station Campsite. Set up your tent on a raised platform and take in the beauty of Salem Sound. Meet the summer lighthouse keepers, stroll through island trails, and unwind...just three miles off the coast of Salem! Getting to camp: PLEASE READ - the only way to get to Bakers Island Light Campsite is by boat. You have three options: 1) Use your own kayaks and paddle out to our beach (this is recommended for advanced kayakers only). 2) Take our landing craft, Naumkeag, out to the island for $70 per person. (Boat departs from Blaney Street dock on Friday at noon and picks you up from the Island on Sunday at noon). FREE overnight parking is available there. 3) Take your own boat, and rent a mooring for $59 a night (you will need your own dinghy to get ashore). Essex Heritage is the non-profit organization that operates and maintains the 10-acre light station at Bakers Island, with the mission of public access and preservation. IMPORTANT: The $60 per night fee covers 4 people per site. The absolute capacity for each site is 4 people, and you must provide us the name of each guest prior to arrival. TRANSPORTATION: Bakers Island Light Station is a remote island located in Salem Sound. There are a few ways to get there, including taking the Essex Heritage landing craft (additional fee per person) from Salem, renting a mooring at the light station for your own boat, or kayaking. ALL CAMPERS MUST ARRANGE TRANSPORTATION AFTER BOOKING. DETAILS WILL BE SENT FOLLOWING CONFIRMATION OF BOOKING.

Cape Cod Horse Farm

9 sites · Tents15 acres · Brewster, MA

Beautiful 15 acre working horse farm. Panoramic view of a herd of rescued horses and natural wildlife. Excellent hiking/biking trails right off property into Nickerson State Park. Lots of shopping, organic farmers markets, Cape Cod bay and ocean beaches, and much, much more! The property is set very far back from the road. 4 Private camping sites a short 2-3 min hike into the woods. 4 Camping sites in a community field setting. Campsites have their own fire pits. Toilets and outside shower for campers.

Glamping on the deck

1 site · Lodging2 acres · Rehoboth, MA

Learn more about this land:3 season room on the deck. Access to the house and backyard. Two acre yard surrounded by woods. Lots of visible wildlife, birds, turkeys, deer, coyotes, woodchucks, fireflies.

Scribbler Shed

1 site · Lodging1 acre · East Falmouth, MA

Enjoy glamping to the sounds of nature snuggled in this uniquely designed, 100 sq ft tree house. Amenities include outdoor dining, fire pit, grill, hot tub, camping porto and cold shower all within a short drive to the Falmouth beaches and the Shining Sea Bike Path. In the off-season, this "scribbler shed" is available for writing retreats and meditative getaways.

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Boston Harbor Islands

Boston Harbor Islands

Hull, Massachusetts

Nickerson State Park

Nickerson State Park

Orleans, Massachusetts

Savoy Mountain State Forest

Savoy Mountain State Forest

Adams, Massachusetts

Tolland State Forest

Tolland State Forest

Blandford, Massachusetts

Otter River State Forest

Otter River State Forest

Baldwinville, Massachusetts

Horseneck Beach State Reservation

Horseneck Beach State Reservation

Bliss Corner, Massachusetts

Beartown State Forest

Beartown State Forest

Housatonic, Massachusetts

Pearl Hill State Park

Pearl Hill State Park

Townsend, Massachusetts

View of Mauserts Pond from the Pond Loop Trail

Clarksburg State Park

Williamstown, Massachusetts

DAR State Forest

DAR State Forest

South Deerfield, Massachusetts

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Overview

Welcome to Hipcamp! If you're looking for a beach camping experience in Massachusetts, we've got you covered. With over 11 options in Massachusetts that offer beach access, you're sure to find the perfect spot for your outdoor adventure. Looking for reviews? Check out Cape Cod Horse Farm (90 reviews), Bakers Island Light Campsite (33 reviews), or Glamping on the deck (1 review) for some top-rated options. And with popular amenities like showers, campfires, and potable water, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Plus, you can enjoy popular activities like wind sports, whitewater paddling, and horseback riding. The average price per night is $55, with options as low as $50. Get ready for a beach camping experience like no other!

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Boston Harbor Islands

Salisbury Beach State Reservation

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Mount Greylock State Reservation

Horseneck Beach State Reservation

Otter River State Forest

Mohawk Trail State Forest

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