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Cozy Wooded Nook

8 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents3 acres ¡ Carver, MA
A cozy 3 acres near Cranberry Bogs. We have 5 campsites available to choose from. 1 RV (& multi tent) site and 4 onsite trailers. There are additional various locations tucked into nooks for small tent and hammock camping. Short wooded trails for dog walks. Build a fire for enjoyment, or swivel the 30” grill top over, to cook. Campfires permitted. Wood for sale on-site is $5 per bundle — mix of pine, oak, maple, ash, and poplar. The randomly dispersed hammocks are perfect for relaxing, watching sunsets through the tree line or reading a book with the morning birds. Pet friendly. 25-foot tie-out cable available for use anywhere on the property. No dump stations or bathrooms on site. [Luggable Loo Bucket Toilet available for rent for $1] Well water fill up available. Absolutely no use of liquid fire accelerants, please. We will provide endless fire starter logs and cardboard to get you going. 15 AMP ELECTRICITY AVAILABLE FOR AN ADDITIONAL $5/PER NIGHT 5 miles to Plymouth 25 miles to Cape Cod 45 miles to Boston
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$45
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Souza Cranberry Waterfront Campsite

3 sites ¡ RVs, Tents50 acres ¡ Rochester, MA
Come enjoy our active 50 acre cranberry bog, located in God's country, Rochester Massachusetts. Enjoy fishing, swimming, canoeing or paddle boating in our private 6 acre watering hole. Or just take a walk around the bogs enjoying the sites of nature and the animals you may see along the way. Two Waterfront sites available, no electricity, water or sewer. Generator's allowed, and generator available for rent. Water refill and dump station available upon request.
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Waterfront cabin 10minutes Cape Cod

1 site ¡ Lodging1 acre ¡ Wareham, MA
Beautiful cabin just three steps to the water with your very own private sandy beach cove, a dock and use of canoe, kayaks and paddle boat Enjoy swimming, boating, fishing and snorkeling. A fire pit for s’mores at night. The cabin is a studio style 1 bedroom with a kitchen area with a small table for 2. It has a mini fridge And freezer. A bathroom with a shower, unheated water, a portable camping toilet and a hand washing station.. There is one electric outlet for your use. A large grill under a gazebo, propane available for a fee. A hammock for reading a book or taking a nap. This cabin is very close to neighbors in a quiet secluded neighborhood. Although the main house sits high above the Cabin we respect your privacy and you will have the grounds all to yourself during your stay. Water Wiz water park and Onset beach is only a 5 minute drive away. And only about 10 minute drive to Bourne bridge if you’d like to explore Cape Cod and its many beautiful beaches. Strict 2 person max policy.
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$140
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Plymouth Camping Spot

1 site ¡ RV1 acre ¡ Plymouth, MA
Beautiful spot in south Plymouth to pitch a tent or bring your trailer. 5 minute walk to a private pond and minutes from the cape and down town Plymouth. 3 minute drive to the local camp store for all your camping needs and plenty of space for a fire! Lots of hiking spots in the area and a great spot for dogs!
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8 Acres Homestead

2 sites ¡ RVs, Tents8 acres ¡ Tiverton, RI
Enjoy this quaint and tranquil getaway. Close to local beaches, cafes, and shops. Our property is located in the picturesque, New England coastal town of Tiverton, Rhode Island. The property consists of a family residence, a Christian church, and a small farm that sits high on a hill overlooking the Nanaquaket Pond. Pitch your tent, or park your car/van, in our beautiful backyard woodlands with rustic walking paths to the Nannaquacket Pond. Take in the natural wildlife such as deer, groundhogs, songbirds, and our free-range chickens when they are out and about. The beauty of the countryside is right around the corner. Historic Tiverton Four Corners: 4 minutes South Shore Beach: 20 minutes Newport: 30 minutes Providence: 30 minutes
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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.
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$55
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The Cape Cod Acre

1 site ¡ Lodging1 acre ¡ Brewster, MA
The Cape Cod Acre is a cozy one acre oasis just 1 mile from beautiful Cape Cod Bay. Our Honey Shack is a private off grid (no electricity) tiny camp, nestled between pine trees and blueberry bushes. Nearby you can enjoy stunning beaches, hiking, paddling (fresh water ponds or the ocean), surfing, biking (access to the to the Cape Cod Rail Trail is less than a 10 minute drive), great food, restaurants and shops.
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Terry brook farm

5 sites ¡ RVs, Tents40 acres ¡ Fall River, MA
A 300 year old farm that laid fallow for 50 years currently being converted back to 10 acres of organic farm and petting zoo with 30 acres of forest full of trails and waterfalls. Surrounded by the Freetown state forest with miles of trails. Come watch our vision of producing food and building an ecological village come into being.
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$75
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Vintage camper, wifi & firepit

2 sites ¡ Lodging1 acre ¡ Canton, MA
Get outside and bring the dog! Glamping tiny house style. Vintage RV with attached enclosed room. Your own waterfront beach with campfire pit.  Dogs welcome! Very close to neighbors in a quite secluded neighborhood, 10 miles from Boston. Experience the natural beauty of Massachusetts just a few miles outside of Boston, Blue Hills Reservation stretches over 7,000 acres with 125 miles of trails to explore through forests and wetlands, up hills and more.   Peace and serenity 19 miles from downtown Boston MA.   Bring the dog for swimming. Kayak and canoe in the back yard at the waters edge. Marshmallows and firewood included. Linens included. Space in backyard to pitch an extra tent for guests.  Parking on lot in front of camper. Hiking trails around the lake.
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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.
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Kelley’s corner

1 site ¡ RV, Tent1 acre ¡ Eastham, MA
A private camping spot under the trees at the end of a cul-de-sac. Quiet spot with easy access to everything Cape Cod has to offer. Sit under the trees and enjoy the sound of the birds or visit First Encounter beach a mile from the house. Provincetown, Chatham and Hyannis all just a 30 minute drive away. Lots of hiking paths and Cape Cod bike path just up the road. Excellent fishing from the beach or get a charter for tuna, striped bass and blue fish. Then come home to a quiet space just for you.
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$50
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Willy's World Wellness & conference

13 sites ¡ RVs9 acres ¡ Eastham, MA
We are a multi sports center with surrounding woods and fields. The entire property is 9.53 acres but the camp site is a acre next to the bike trail and close to the ocean (1 mile or less). The club on the property has an indoor rock wall, 25 yard salt system pool (84 degrees year round) saunas, hot tubs, strength & cardio facilities, tennis, pickleball, basketball, squash, racquetball, indoor field house with indoor 15,000 square foot turf field, Kid's Zone with Playworld, a two story soft play structure with slides, tunnels and lots of climbing adventures, bounce house, restaurant, classes of all kinds, yoga, aerobic, Pilates, etc. this is a beautiful ocean village close to Provincetown, Truro and Wellfleet on one side and Orleans, Chatham and Brewster the opposite direction
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The best camping near Myles Standish State Forest guide

Overview

About

Located in America’s hometown of Plymouth, stands Myles Standish State Forest, the largest recreation area in southeastern Massachusetts. The park offers vast forests of pine, camping, hunting, fishing, canoeing, and picturesque kettle ponds. There are 15 miles of bicycle trails, 35 miles of equestrian trails, and 13 miles of hiking trails that take visitors deep into the pitch pine/scrub oak communities. It’s a great place to come for the day and exercise, or make a trip out of it for a quaint little get-a-way. In the summer, interpretive programs, such as pond shore walks and cranberry bog explorations help acquaint you and your little tykes with the unique natural, cultural and historic gems of the state forest. Once you are here you can inhale the sweet pine, rejuvenate, and wonder how this wide expanse of nature can be located so close to Boston and its suburbs.

Notable campgrounds

  • Charge Pond Area - Ideal for horse lovers, offering designated horse camping spots.
  • College Pond - Perfect for a family getaway with swimming and picnicking nearby.
  • Curlew Pond - A serene setting for campers seeking tranquility amid the pines.

Tips for snagging a campsite

  • Book early, especially for peak summer months, to secure your ideal campsite.
  • Consider mid-week stays for better availability and a quieter experience.
  • Keep an eye on cancellation policies for last-minute opportunities.
  • Explore nearby camping options to maximize your chances of finding a spot.

When to go

The best time to visit Myles Standish State Forest is from late spring to early fall, when the weather is warm and all activities are accessible. Winter offers a quiet, snowy retreat, but be prepared for cold temperatures and limited services. Avoid holiday weekends if you prefer a more peaceful visit.

Know before you go

  • Day use parking is available from May 14 to Labor Day, with fees applicable based on residency.
  • Alcohol is prohibited, ensuring a family-friendly atmosphere throughout the park.
  • Accessible facilities are available, including camping sites and fishing areas.
  • Be mindful of park restrictions, such as no off-road vehicles and littering.
  • Always check the weather and park advisories before planning your trip.

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