The best river, stream, or creek RV campgrounds in Connecticut

Looking to camp in an RV by a river in Connecticut? Hipcamp has over 240 options to choose from, with prices ranging from $25 to an average of $53 per night. Top campsites like Vernal Heights (173 reviews), Mickelberry Forest Gardens (104 reviews), and Quarry View by Darlene & Dean (70 reviews) are just a few of the highly-rated options available. Popular amenities include toilets, trash, and potable water, while activities like biking, fishing, and wind sports are perfect for those who want to spend time outdoors.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to camp in an RV by a river in Connecticut? Hipcamp has over 240 options to choose from, with prices ranging from $25 to an average of $53 per night. Top campsites like Vernal Heights (173 reviews), Mickelberry Forest Gardens (104 reviews), and Quarry View by Darlene & Dean (70 reviews) are just a few of the highly-rated options available. Popular amenities include toilets, trash, and potable water, while activities like biking, fishing, and wind sports are perfect for those who want to spend time outdoors.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Zichichi Family Farm

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4 sites · Tents, RVs · Mashantucket, CT

Your Quintessential New England Farm Getaway and, Outdoors Enthusiast's Paradise. Zichichi Family Farm Estate is located on 58 private acres in North Stonington CT. The property is in a very private and natural setting, yet very close to other amenities, including Foxwoods, Misquamicut Beach, Mystic Seaport, and Downtown Westerly. As a family farm we produce a wide variety of items on our property. Depending on the season, these items may include lamb, pork, produce, eggs, syrup, honey, etc… They can be purchased in advance or when onsite (subject to availability), we always recommend letting us know in advance if you are interested in something in particular so we can do our best to accommodate as we do sell out of items from time to time. The property features numerous hiking trails though fields and woods, a pond for swimming, boating, and excellent private fishing areas in the pond and brook; Fishing is catch and release only on the farm property. Barbless hooks are required (you can file them off, let us know we can help). Adults are fly rod only, Kids are fly or spinning rod. No is license required for the pond. The Brook requires an CT state fishing license and trout stamp to fish. Never fly fished... don't worry we can help. Check out addons below. Add On Packages (packages are not always available, please check before booking and reach out to us well in advance if you think you would like something specific) : Animal Meet and Greet, Property Tour (Hike), Guided Flyfishing, Campfire Service (we light it for you). Scouting America groups welcome and discounts available. Other arrangements will need to be made so please get in contact.

2. The Sandbox Campground

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3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Groton, CT

The Sandbox campground was born from The Sandbox Indoor Beach Sports and Events facility, which mainly focuses on providing year round beach volleyball. We bought the property in 2015 and opened the facility in 2019. As it happens, it's a 12+ acre lot surrounded by wetlands, hiking and biking trails ... there will never be another building built within view of our facility. We are surrounded by nature, and will be forever. So what a great opportunity to offer camping and access to all of the forests, woodlands, wetlands and trails around! And if you're up for it, come play some beach volleyball and meet new lifelong friends :)

3. Mickelberry Forest Gardens

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2 sites · Tents, RVs · Newtown , CT

The meadow we occupy was once the farmers property that I grew up next to at my parents farm house. When he wanted to sell his property he offered it to us for purchase at a fair price if we would not develop more than we needed to live here. We maintained the meadow adjacent to our property and have kept it as an agricultural site. We have had our son develop an edible forest garden and a unique diversified small orchard so we can eat and share healthy organic fruits and vegetables while helping our environment and wildlife and educating others to do the same. It is expensive to live in Newtown but we love our property. We want to teach others to grow food from their land while helping to support us keeping our adjacent property agricultural and undeveloped. Our property has provided many happy gatherings and events and we love to share it with others. Let us know if there is anything special we can help provide for you. Come visit Mickleberry!!! Learn more about this land: Thank you to all the wonderful friends we have met through this amazing program. We regret that our community at this time does now allow for "transient" renting of property and I unknowingly was operating outside of the zoning rules and regulations of our town. Please continue to get outside and enjoy all the beautiful places and spaces this world has to offer and keep in touch. We love you all! Thank you for your support! Bill and Amy Enjoy your stay next to our edible forest garden on the Edge of a beautiful meadow along side the orchard of berries, nuts and fruit trees. Various seasons will offer you an opportunity to pick your own breakfast in our maturing establishment. You can enjoy exploring, and examining our 7 year permacultuire food forest with chestnut seedlings already tall enough to climb , 10-foot hazels bearing buckets of nuts and a different selection of raspberries, blackberries, gooseberry, currents, golden berries, service berries and Mulberries. Enjoy a stroll through the meadow trail to breath in morning views and evening fireflies and stars. This camp area is very private but household amenities are not far away if desired. This site is much more private than Mickelberry Forest Garden Site and the beautiful mountain view is only a small step away. One mile away we offer nearby blue mark trails, mountain biking, lake and outdoor activities are at your fingertips and your hosts will be happy to provide any assistance needed to find or enjoy these opportunities. The Creamery (Ferris Acres) is one of the best farm ice cream shops in the East. We can provide breakfast upon request from our free range chickens on our kiwi lined deck with beautiful mountain views. Come and enjoy the croak of the bullfrog and the sound of the crickets. We are new and growing our amenities so at this time check the overview for available amenities but you can guarantee we won't disappoint. Come visit Mickelberry Forest Garden and The Meadow's Edge our newest most private site!!!

4. Lincoln Kirstein

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1 site · Tent, RV · Weston, CT

Private compound Close to Merritt Parkway and I95 1 hour from NYC Hidden off the main road 800 ft long single lane driveway Quite camp; peaceful with access to town center grocery and gas station 15-20 minutes to metro north train stations Flat parking for vans and small to medium size rvs Hiking trails and bike jumps on and right of the property 1-mile trail behind house to town center Beautiful birds chirping, wildlife, and nature You will love this spot

Public campgrounds in Connecticut

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Rocky Neck State Park Campground

158 sites · Tents, RVs · in Rocky Neck State Park

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Macedonia Brook State Park Campground

51 sites · Tents, RVs · in Macedonia Brook State Park

Housatonic Meadows State Park Campground

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Housatonic Meadows State Park Campground

61 sites · Tents, RVs · in Housatonic Meadows State Park

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Mashamoquet Brook Campground

18 sites · Tents, RVs · in Mashamoquet Brook State Park

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Wolf Den Campground

35 sites · Tents, RVs · in Mashamoquet Brook State Park

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Austin F. Hawes Memorial Campground

34 sites · Tents, RVs · in American Legion and Peoples State Forests

West Thompson Lake Campground

24 sites · Tents, RVs · in West Thompson Lake

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Devil's Hopyard Campground

22 sites · Tents, RVs · in Devil's Hopyard State Park

Stories from the community

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Ursula

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Zichichi Family Farm

The Zichichi Family farm was absolutely amazing. The land was quiet and beautiful. The hosts were so welcoming, showed us around the property, and set out fire wood and eggs for us. 1000% recommend, we will be back!

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Clinton

October 2025

18 ft Class B

1 night at Lincoln Kirstein

Great place! Beautiful spot. There are a couple of spots available, one next to the house and one further down the road on a small pull-off. We stayed by the house and it was great.

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Jennifer

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Zichichi Family Farm

An amazing place! I camp to rewind from the everyday rigors of life and this spot was perfect. Very relaxing, private and exactly as described. Can’t wait to come back!

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Christine

October 2025

20 ft campervan

1 night at Zichichi Family Farm

We stayed 2 times "behind the barn". Very quiet. Host was very helpful.

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Graham

October 2025

16 ft car

2 nights at Zichichi Family Farm

Beautiful property, private, and peaceful! We had a great time!

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Abbey

October 2025

24 ft campervan

1 night at Mickelberry Forest Gardens

We enjoyed our stay here! It was very brief and unfortunately rainy when we stayed but a good experience. Amy was responsive and the directions to get there and where to park were clear. Very peaceful place. I hope we can explore the property next time we are up that way!

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Kevin

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to The Sandbox Campground

Great location, and you don’t hear any cars or traffic around. Would highly recommend if doing a road trip and need to stop by somewhere to camp along the way. Many thanks to Brendan as well, who was great with communication throughout my stay.

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Kristen

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Zichichi Family Farm

Wonderful place and helpful people! Would highly recommend.

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Kristen

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Zichichi Family Farm

Very accommodating and helpful. 100% would suggest to anyone

Christopher

October 2025

15 ft toy hauler

2 nights at Mickelberry Forest Gardens

Had a lovely time at Mickelberry Forest Gardens. The views are spectacular in a quiet setting among goats and chickens in their pens. Big fire pit in the back field makes for a serene time.

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Ben

September 2025

10 ft pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Zichichi Family Farm

Amazing place with super nice and responsive hosts. Perfect location—five minutes from Foxwoods; 20 from Mystic; 10 from 95 as a main corridor anywhere in NE. Quiet, private, beautifully maintained property and fresh farm eggs delivered to your spot. We are experienced HipCampers, and this is definitely in the top three of places we’ve stayed. We will be back!

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Mike

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Zichichi Family Farm

Loved this site! The wooden platform kept our tent off the ground and nice and dry. Check-in instructions were 100% clear and easy. The pond is super relaxing. You're only minutes away from Mohegan and Foxwoods to wine and dine. Just ensure you have 4WD... There's two tree stumps to dodge if your vehicle has low clearance but it's easy to maneuver once you see them the first time. My Subaru Impreza hatchback is quite low... Anything taller than that you'll be a-OK. Would come back if welcomed!

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Kimberly

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Mickelberry Forest Gardens

Amy was communicative and so lovely! The property is beautiful. The goats and chickens and ducks were fun camp neighbors to have. There’s a gas station and market 5 minutes away should you need anything last minute. Due to the grass in the field being dry, we had to camp a little closer to the house than we would have preferred so that we could have easier access to load/unload our camping gear and so that we could have fresh grass to set up the fire pit over. But, it sounds like the meadow will be developed over time to allow for that! So, knowing that I think we would definitely consider returning when my friend and I continue our annual camping tradition next year!

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John

September 2025

14 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Zichichi Family Farm

So far still the best hip camp ive ever went to.View was superb,entering the place was a little challenging but we love it,feels like a little adventure.Our campervan is front wheel dive but had no problem maneuvering the terrain,all you need is good ability and common sense driving.We love the deck and the fire pit.The reflection of the trees on the water gives us a nice view,importantly place was so serene and very private.We highly recommend this hip camp place.

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Amir

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Zichichi Family Farm

it was was great and beautiful. will go there again and again for sure

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Lorraine

August 2025

Weekend Trip to The Sandbox Campground

Loved the privacy & the off leash friendly rule. Had the best time. Host was very responsive to questions too.

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Ian

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Mickelberry Forest Gardens

This place was amazing! The pictures don’t donut justice, beautiful place to spend the night. The meadow was fun for the kids and the starts were perfect.

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Christine

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Zichichi Family Farm

Absolutely loved it! Even though it rained the whole time we were there, it was still a wonderful experience. The place was peaceful and quiet, with a perfect setup for a fire pit right by the water. They even provided the firewood. The fire pit is surrounded by rocks, making it so easy to sit, relax, and enjoy without needing to bring anything extra.

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paul

August 2025

21 ft pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Zichichi Family Farm

What a beautiful property. Quiet, well maintained and a Hipcamp gem. Only spent one night but fully enjoyed my peaceful night. Make sure you read the directions about where your spot is. Hopefully you won’t park in the wrong spot I like I did. Sorry

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Haley

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Zichichi Family Farm

Great place to camp out! We had a lovely stay and the owners were accommodating to our late arrival time!