96% (2.5K) • 333 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Ayer
Spacious Skies Minute Man Campground
1. Spacious Skies Minute Man Campground
94%
(86)
2.6mi from Ayer · 100 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Escape the bustle without sacrificing convenience at Spacious Skies Minute Man. Nestled in historic Littleton’s pine forests, our campground offers a peaceful retreat steps away from iconic National Historic Parks and Walden Pond. Choose wooded or open sites for your RV or tent, enjoy modern amenities like our heated pool and rec hall, and let the kids and pups run free in the playground and dog runs. Need a break from cooking? Our camp store has you covered, plus local restaurants deliver! Cozy cabins are also available. Don’t miss out on this unique blend of nature and city access – book your stay today!
Relax in the heart of history at Spacious Skies Minute Man. Our campground’s tranquil, wooded setting near legendary Walden Pond and National Historic Parks offers the perfect escape from everyday life. Whether you’re in an RV, tent, or one of our cozy cabins, you’ll find everything you need for a comfortable adventure: picnic tables, fire rings, full hookups, plus a heated pool, playground, rec hall, and even dog runs for your furry companions.
Need a break from camp cooking? Our well-stocked camp store has essentials, and nearby restaurants offer takeout and delivery options for those lazy campground evenings. Explore the rich history of the region, immerse yourself in nature’s tranquility, or take a quick trip into Boston – the choice is yours! Spacious Skies Minute Man provides a unique blend of outdoor adventure and urban access.
Don’t miss your chance to experience the best of both worlds! Our prime location and fantastic amenities mean sites fill up quickly. Book your getaway today and create memories that will last a lifetime at Spacious Skies Minute Man.
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Toilets
Full hookups
from
$92
/ night
Wildcat
2. Wildcat
99%
(48)
4mi from Ayer · 1 site
Campsites are situated in the wooded area on our property land that integrates into hundreds of acres of conservation land with hiking trails that are also great for XC skiing, kettle ponds, and wetlands. The property is surrounded on 3 sides by conservation land with trails, 45 minutes from Boston and 10 minute drive to groceries, stores and restaurants.
The house is right off a country road with our property and conservation land both across the street and behind our house. The area is in the heart of New England and is beautiful at all times of year. Minutes from Rte 495 and 2, we are along a popular bike route, 10 minutes from Carlson Orchards and the bistro/cafe Harvard General Store.
We have goats, chickens, and lambs that guests can say hi to.
Please note: Guests may camp only on the terrace unless otherwise approved. There is a woodpile next to the parking - we regret thqt we cannot share this with guests but it’s our winter heat source!
Campfires
Toilets
Potable water
from
$35
/ night
Jest-A-Bit Farm
3. Jest-A-Bit Farm
100%
(16)
8.3mi from Ayer · 3 sites
Parking/camping in various places. All very flat. One or two spots near barn, more spots nearby indoor riding arena, we can run extension cords for lights and some power. Town water so there is plenty of drinking water via hose or sink in barn. Private spaces but not secluded. It is a running horse farm with plenty of equine fun. Plenty of hiking trails, near river, and open fields. 1 mile to get into town. 5 miles fr
Pets
from
$45
/ night
Pearl Hill State Park
4. Pearl Hill State Park
100%
(3)
State park 11mi from Ayer · 47 sites
Discover the natural charm of Pearl Hill State Park.
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Campfires
Willard Brook State Forest
5. Willard Brook State Forest
State forest 12mi from Ayer · 19 sites
Discover the natural allure of Willard Brook State Forest.
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Campfires
Peaceful Convenience
6. Peaceful Convenience
100%
(53)
10mi from Ayer · 2 sites
Come experience New England, embrace the silence, enjoy this 2.5 Acres property Abutting over 100 acres of protected wetlands with access to a private Home; bathroom, screened in porch, use of kitchen for coffee etc. all to enjoy. A babbling brook, hammock trees, peaceful, and serene. The surrounding area is a right to farm community with local beautiful farms within five minutes in every direction property is on a known bike route (2 bikes available for use) The town host a wonderful winery local coffee shop and hiking trails (map book on site) multiple area conservation lands. Bolton is known for its apple farms in the fall for picking and spring time blossoms. August through September harvest (my favorite) plenty of pick your own everything! We have great historic towns surrounding us like concord, Harvard and Hudson voted best small town in America, so much history, dinning etc. cross country skiing. Convenient location to Boston. If looking for an stress free escape the home also offers 2 guest rooms available for rent within a meditative shared space. Fire pit outdoors, fireplace in doors.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$50
/ night
Ponderings at White Pond
7. Ponderings at White Pond
98%
(53)
13mi from Ayer · 1 site
Once written about by Henry David Thoreau in Walden. He called it one of the "emerald eyes of the world" . A magical place yet so close to Boston.Learn more about this land:This winter we are offering up our cottage with an additional winterized tent for studio or additional guests. You need to walk about 100 yards down a gravel path to get to our secluded home. It is heated with two pellet stoves. One in the bedroom wing, the other in the livingroom/kitchen. Skating, ice fishing, and crosscountry skiing right outside your door when the weather is right. Peace and calm when the weather is harsh. The house is fully stocked with cooking. linens, and a bathroom. During the summer, glamping in our greenhouse-tent for peace and tranquility. It is under a canopy of trees with a cool pond breeze prevailing. The bed and linens are first rate for a very comfortable stay. There are shelves, potable water and a desk within. It is heated in the cool temps and fan cooled in the warmer days. There is a canoe and paddleboard available to borrow. The main house is attached by decks, the bathroom is shared with the main house and there is a kitchen for you to use. The 40 acre pond is 65 feet deep. It is a kettle pond which is spring fed with no river inlets to pollute it. Access is a little tricky with 100 yard hike from the parking area down a steep slope. The pond is stocked with bass and trout for great fishing. The birds are amazing. Henry David Thoreau wrote about White Pond in his book, Walden as the "emerald eyes of the world." This is a place that magic happens.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$165
/ night
Inn On The Horse Farm
8. Inn On The Horse Farm
92%
(18)
15mi from Ayer · 2 sites · RVs, Lodging
Guest have nine acres to wander around with old stone walls, towering majestic trees of all kinds and a Pond.
There are two horses in the pastures, an Arabian Stallion and a Quarterhorse Mare.
The walking trail goes all around the nine acres, past the horses in their pastures, past the pond where you can sit and enjoy the views.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$45
/ night
Patti's Beaver Pond
9. Patti's Beaver Pond
100%
(11)
17mi from Ayer · 1 site
We are in a suburban area (Lincoln, MA) which is next to Concord and Lexington. This is a historical area with Lexington Battle Green, historical houses and civil war reenactments. We are close to Walden Pond and many hiking and bike trails. We are also close to the communter train to Boston and surrounds. Email if you need additional info about how to get into other towns.
Electrical hookup
Pets
from
$80
/ night
Harold Parker State Forest
10. Harold Parker State Forest
94%
(9)
State forest 26mi from Ayer · 84 sites
Discover the natural allure of Harold Parker State Forest's trails and tranquil ponds.
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Lake Dennison Recreation Area
11. Lake Dennison Recreation Area
83%
(3)
State park 26mi from Ayer · 147 sites
Discover the natural allure of Lake Dennison Recreation Area.
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Electrical hookup
Toilets
Otter River State Forest
12. Otter River State Forest
100%
(4)
State forest 27mi from Ayer · 75 sites
Discover the natural charm of Otter River State Forest.
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Monadnock State Park
13. Monadnock State Park
94%
(8)
State park 32mi from Ayer · 40 sites
Calling all nature lovers! Its time to plan your next group hike! Gather your friends and family and head to Monadnock State Park for the nature hike of your dreams. From beginner to expert, the hiking trails will leave you in a state of inner peace after you name the flora and fauna Mother Nature provides. Make it an all-night affair at one of Monadnocks’ many campgrounds, where large groups are always welcome. And after a day amongst the forest, look towards the sky and name the constellations too!
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Toilets
SnugLife Camping
14. SnugLife Camping
93%
(154)
20mi from Ayer · 2 sites · Tents, Lodging
Keith & I are happy to share our 52-acre slice of paradise with campers and fellow dog-enthusiasts. Come enjoy the Souhegan River, the woods and the myriad activities that southern NH has to offer. We're only 65 miles from Boston, but feel like you've left the world behind... Find us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram: @snuglifecamping - because... The snuggle is real...
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$40
/ night
Turtle Path Camping Site
15. Turtle Path Camping Site
96%
(40)
24mi from Ayer · 1 site
Our driveway is located about 3 miles from the start of the Boston Marathon, 8 minutes from 495, but, down a country road. We find our property to be quite peaceful. We do have crickets and frogs to lull you to sleep and early birds to greet you in the morning. Keep an eye out for turtles!
We are a few hundred yards from either Upton State Forest or Lake Whitehall. Lake Whitehall is popular with boaters (speed limit enforced) and is stocked with fish. No swimming. There is a public boat ramp on the other side of the lake. We often put in our kayaks at the entrance close to our house. We hike, mountain bike and picnic in these parks. It's really beautiful. There is a 24-hour grocery store 2 miles down the road.
The gravel campsite is located at the barn end of our driveway in front of the red barn. There is a little privacy from the house, but, we may need to get into the barn from time to time. We have a 30amp and water hookup at the barn. If planning on using electric please add one "electric hookup" extra to each night of your stay BEFORE finishing the request to book, it's really difficult to add it after. Please plan to bring 50' of hose and/or 25ft of electrical cord if using hookups. There is wifi, BUT, it's pretty weak at the barn. Definitely not strong enough for streaming! Our Ibex camper may or may not be parked next to the barn depending on if we are out camping! We do not accept car campers.
Turtle Path also has a Guest Suite. Find us on that other website! Shortly after we moved in we discovered a large snapping turtle on his way from Lake Whitehall to the creek at the back of our property. Our neighbor told us that's the turtle's usual route. Turtle won our hearts that day.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from
$50
/ night
Secluded spot in nature
16. Secluded spot in nature
94%
(44)
24mi from Ayer · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
We have a lovely site to camp right in the city. It is secluded and surrounded by nature. But still close to all the conveniences Worcester has to offer. We have a fun yard with an in-ground trampoline and zip line. The heated pool is available until late October. Pool is an added amenity and must be booked in advance. It is also listed on Swimply.
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Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$84
/ night
The Moose Caboose Country Farm
17. The Moose Caboose Country Farm
96%
(78)
27mi from Ayer · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
🌻 Roam over twelve acres of beautiful fields and rolling hills with New England stonewalls at The Moose Caboose Country Farm! The land boasts seasonal organic fruits for the plucking—including raspberries, peaches, pears, tomatoes, peppers, and apples!
🪵 Forage free firewood for a campfire in a private peaceful country setting with excellent adventures and conveniences nearby including local farms, grocery stores, breweries with live music, hiking trails, and more! See a list of great places to visit below.
⛺️ All sites are first come first serve and may have a fire pit and/or table. Vivid nature and bright starry skies are unparalleled at The Moose Caboose Country Farm!
**ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS**
🧭 The GPS will bring you to my mailbox—drive past it—an orange traffic cone and white wooden arbor structure mark the entrance—drive onto the grass and into the field.
🦋 You are welcome to explore the property; and to move available tables, chairs, and fire pits around as you like. No check in or check out needed—come and go as you please!
🏕️ Please be conscientious that the land is hilly, that camper trailers or RVs will likely need blocking, and tent campers prepare for a bit of a slope on some site locations.
**PLACES TO VISIT NEARBY**
PHILLIPSTON: 5-15 mins away
⛱️ Queen Lake Beach: 5 minute drive for swimming
🍎 Red Apple Farm: amazing country store, brick oven pizza, burgers and much more
PETERSHAM: 15-20 mins away
👣 Brooks Woodland Preserve Hiking Trails: amazing trail hikes
🫐 Petersham Country Store: breakfast, sandwiches for lunch, plus anything you need
GARDNER: 10-15 mins away
🍺 Gardner Ale House Restaurant
🛒 Hannaford Grocery Store
🥪 Jersey Mike's Sub Shop
🍔 99 Restaurant
💫 Walmart
ATHOL: 10-15 mins away
🛒 Market Basket
☕️ Starbucks
☕️ Dunkin Donuts
ERVING: ~20 mins away
🌳 Erving State Forest
💦 Laurel Lake: highly recommend—extremely beautiful!!
HUBBARDSTON: ~15 mins away
⛱️ Comet Pond Sandy Beach
WESTMINSTER: ~20 mins away
🍺 Wachusett Brewery: amazing beer, food & live music
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from
$32
/ night
Powder Mill Pond Retreat
18. Powder Mill Pond Retreat
98%
(24)
28mi from Ayer · 1 site · Tent, RV
Located in historic Barre with easy access to hiking, rail trails, near by Stone Cow Brewery, and Hardwick Vineyard. Near disc golf course at Barre Falls Dam, Mid State Trail and 23,000 acres of State Park land, water recreation, and water shed. Quabbin Resevoir within easy driving distance. Boston is 1.5 hours away, Amherst/Northampton is a hour's drive.
The brewery has weekend events that include 5K runs, music and food. The winery hosts dinners and wine tastings. From May to October there is a Saturday farmers market with a wealth of fresh produce, crafts and bakery products. We are one town away from the Rose 32 bakery., known for their fine European pastries and wonderful breads.
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from
$24
/ night
Sip Pond Lakefront Cottage
19. Sip Pond Lakefront Cottage
98%
(31)
29mi from Ayer · 1 site
This is a cozy off grid cottage, right on Sip Pond, situated on 1.2 acres of land. The cottage is 380 sq. feet that runs on a generator. There is a Port a potty, there is no running water. The property has a dock and a fire pit.
The pond is 114 acres, quiet and great for kayaking, SUPing, fishing etc.
Near by there are hiking trails, snow mobile trails.
The Rhododendron State Park and Mt. Madonock are near by.
Pets
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from
$110
/ night
Miracle Organic Farm
20. Miracle Organic Farm
92%
(13)
31mi from Ayer · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
I have about 3 acres with lots of gardens and surrounded by forest. There is a huge organic garden and greenhouse. We get lots of wildlife here. I'm about 20 minutes from Mount Wachusett and 5 minutes from the Quabbin. Lots of hiking all around, including from my farm (a nice 3 mile walk through a wildlife preserve). Worcester is about a 30 minute drive. Lot's of lakes all around with good fishing. The town of Barre has some excellent restaurants, a grocery store, hardware store, etc. This is an organic farm so you must use biodegradable products in you use my dump station. No bleach11 We close for the winter season from November 1 through the end of March.
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from
$45
/ night
96% (2.5K) • 333 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Ayer
Spacious Skies Minute Man Campground
1. Spacious Skies Minute Man Campground
94%
(86)
2.6mi from Ayer · 100 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Escape the bustle without sacrificing convenience at Spacious Skies Minute Man. Nestled in historic Littleton’s pine forests, our campground offers a peaceful retreat steps away from iconic National Historic Parks and Walden Pond. Choose wooded or open sites for your RV or tent, enjoy modern amenities like our heated pool and rec hall, and let the kids and pups run free in the playground and dog runs. Need a break from cooking? Our camp store has you covered, plus local restaurants deliver! Cozy cabins are also available. Don’t miss out on this unique blend of nature and city access – book your stay today!
Relax in the heart of history at Spacious Skies Minute Man. Our campground’s tranquil, wooded setting near legendary Walden Pond and National Historic Parks offers the perfect escape from everyday life. Whether you’re in an RV, tent, or one of our cozy cabins, you’ll find everything you need for a comfortable adventure: picnic tables, fire rings, full hookups, plus a heated pool, playground, rec hall, and even dog runs for your furry companions.
Need a break from camp cooking? Our well-stocked camp store has essentials, and nearby restaurants offer takeout and delivery options for those lazy campground evenings. Explore the rich history of the region, immerse yourself in nature’s tranquility, or take a quick trip into Boston – the choice is yours! Spacious Skies Minute Man provides a unique blend of outdoor adventure and urban access.
Don’t miss your chance to experience the best of both worlds! Our prime location and fantastic amenities mean sites fill up quickly. Book your getaway today and create memories that will last a lifetime at Spacious Skies Minute Man.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$92
/ night
Wildcat
2. Wildcat
99%
(48)
4mi from Ayer · 1 site
Campsites are situated in the wooded area on our property land that integrates into hundreds of acres of conservation land with hiking trails that are also great for XC skiing, kettle ponds, and wetlands. The property is surrounded on 3 sides by conservation land with trails, 45 minutes from Boston and 10 minute drive to groceries, stores and restaurants.
The house is right off a country road with our property and conservation land both across the street and behind our house. The area is in the heart of New England and is beautiful at all times of year. Minutes from Rte 495 and 2, we are along a popular bike route, 10 minutes from Carlson Orchards and the bistro/cafe Harvard General Store.
We have goats, chickens, and lambs that guests can say hi to.
Please note: Guests may camp only on the terrace unless otherwise approved. There is a woodpile next to the parking - we regret thqt we cannot share this with guests but it’s our winter heat source!
Campfires
Toilets
Potable water
from
$35
/ night
Jest-A-Bit Farm
3. Jest-A-Bit Farm
100%
(16)
8.3mi from Ayer · 3 sites
Parking/camping in various places. All very flat. One or two spots near barn, more spots nearby indoor riding arena, we can run extension cords for lights and some power. Town water so there is plenty of drinking water via hose or sink in barn. Private spaces but not secluded. It is a running horse farm with plenty of equine fun. Plenty of hiking trails, near river, and open fields. 1 mile to get into town. 5 miles fr
Pets
from
$45
/ night
Pearl Hill State Park
4. Pearl Hill State Park
100%
(3)
State park 11mi from Ayer · 47 sites
Discover the natural charm of Pearl Hill State Park.
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Campfires
Willard Brook State Forest
5. Willard Brook State Forest
State forest 12mi from Ayer · 19 sites
Discover the natural allure of Willard Brook State Forest.
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Toilets
Campfires
Peaceful Convenience
6. Peaceful Convenience
100%
(53)
10mi from Ayer · 2 sites
Come experience New England, embrace the silence, enjoy this 2.5 Acres property Abutting over 100 acres of protected wetlands with access to a private Home; bathroom, screened in porch, use of kitchen for coffee etc. all to enjoy. A babbling brook, hammock trees, peaceful, and serene. The surrounding area is a right to farm community with local beautiful farms within five minutes in every direction property is on a known bike route (2 bikes available for use) The town host a wonderful winery local coffee shop and hiking trails (map book on site) multiple area conservation lands. Bolton is known for its apple farms in the fall for picking and spring time blossoms. August through September harvest (my favorite) plenty of pick your own everything! We have great historic towns surrounding us like concord, Harvard and Hudson voted best small town in America, so much history, dinning etc. cross country skiing. Convenient location to Boston. If looking for an stress free escape the home also offers 2 guest rooms available for rent within a meditative shared space. Fire pit outdoors, fireplace in doors.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$50
/ night
Ponderings at White Pond
7. Ponderings at White Pond
98%
(53)
13mi from Ayer · 1 site
Once written about by Henry David Thoreau in Walden. He called it one of the "emerald eyes of the world" . A magical place yet so close to Boston.Learn more about this land:This winter we are offering up our cottage with an additional winterized tent for studio or additional guests. You need to walk about 100 yards down a gravel path to get to our secluded home. It is heated with two pellet stoves. One in the bedroom wing, the other in the livingroom/kitchen. Skating, ice fishing, and crosscountry skiing right outside your door when the weather is right. Peace and calm when the weather is harsh. The house is fully stocked with cooking. linens, and a bathroom. During the summer, glamping in our greenhouse-tent for peace and tranquility. It is under a canopy of trees with a cool pond breeze prevailing. The bed and linens are first rate for a very comfortable stay. There are shelves, potable water and a desk within. It is heated in the cool temps and fan cooled in the warmer days. There is a canoe and paddleboard available to borrow. The main house is attached by decks, the bathroom is shared with the main house and there is a kitchen for you to use. The 40 acre pond is 65 feet deep. It is a kettle pond which is spring fed with no river inlets to pollute it. Access is a little tricky with 100 yard hike from the parking area down a steep slope. The pond is stocked with bass and trout for great fishing. The birds are amazing. Henry David Thoreau wrote about White Pond in his book, Walden as the "emerald eyes of the world." This is a place that magic happens.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$165
/ night
Inn On The Horse Farm
8. Inn On The Horse Farm
92%
(18)
15mi from Ayer · 2 sites · RVs, Lodging
Guest have nine acres to wander around with old stone walls, towering majestic trees of all kinds and a Pond.
There are two horses in the pastures, an Arabian Stallion and a Quarterhorse Mare.
The walking trail goes all around the nine acres, past the horses in their pastures, past the pond where you can sit and enjoy the views.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$45
/ night
Patti's Beaver Pond
9. Patti's Beaver Pond
100%
(11)
17mi from Ayer · 1 site
We are in a suburban area (Lincoln, MA) which is next to Concord and Lexington. This is a historical area with Lexington Battle Green, historical houses and civil war reenactments. We are close to Walden Pond and many hiking and bike trails. We are also close to the communter train to Boston and surrounds. Email if you need additional info about how to get into other towns.
Electrical hookup
Pets
from
$80
/ night
Harold Parker State Forest
10. Harold Parker State Forest
94%
(9)
State forest 26mi from Ayer · 84 sites
Discover the natural allure of Harold Parker State Forest's trails and tranquil ponds.
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Campfires
Lake Dennison Recreation Area
11. Lake Dennison Recreation Area
83%
(3)
State park 26mi from Ayer · 147 sites
Discover the natural allure of Lake Dennison Recreation Area.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Otter River State Forest
12. Otter River State Forest
100%
(4)
State forest 27mi from Ayer · 75 sites
Discover the natural charm of Otter River State Forest.
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Showers
Monadnock State Park
13. Monadnock State Park
94%
(8)
State park 32mi from Ayer · 40 sites
Calling all nature lovers! Its time to plan your next group hike! Gather your friends and family and head to Monadnock State Park for the nature hike of your dreams. From beginner to expert, the hiking trails will leave you in a state of inner peace after you name the flora and fauna Mother Nature provides. Make it an all-night affair at one of Monadnocks’ many campgrounds, where large groups are always welcome. And after a day amongst the forest, look towards the sky and name the constellations too!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
SnugLife Camping
14. SnugLife Camping
93%
(154)
20mi from Ayer · 2 sites · Tents, Lodging
Keith & I are happy to share our 52-acre slice of paradise with campers and fellow dog-enthusiasts. Come enjoy the Souhegan River, the woods and the myriad activities that southern NH has to offer. We're only 65 miles from Boston, but feel like you've left the world behind... Find us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram: @snuglifecamping - because... The snuggle is real...
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$40
/ night
Turtle Path Camping Site
15. Turtle Path Camping Site
96%
(40)
24mi from Ayer · 1 site
Our driveway is located about 3 miles from the start of the Boston Marathon, 8 minutes from 495, but, down a country road. We find our property to be quite peaceful. We do have crickets and frogs to lull you to sleep and early birds to greet you in the morning. Keep an eye out for turtles!
We are a few hundred yards from either Upton State Forest or Lake Whitehall. Lake Whitehall is popular with boaters (speed limit enforced) and is stocked with fish. No swimming. There is a public boat ramp on the other side of the lake. We often put in our kayaks at the entrance close to our house. We hike, mountain bike and picnic in these parks. It's really beautiful. There is a 24-hour grocery store 2 miles down the road.
The gravel campsite is located at the barn end of our driveway in front of the red barn. There is a little privacy from the house, but, we may need to get into the barn from time to time. We have a 30amp and water hookup at the barn. If planning on using electric please add one "electric hookup" extra to each night of your stay BEFORE finishing the request to book, it's really difficult to add it after. Please plan to bring 50' of hose and/or 25ft of electrical cord if using hookups. There is wifi, BUT, it's pretty weak at the barn. Definitely not strong enough for streaming! Our Ibex camper may or may not be parked next to the barn depending on if we are out camping! We do not accept car campers.
Turtle Path also has a Guest Suite. Find us on that other website! Shortly after we moved in we discovered a large snapping turtle on his way from Lake Whitehall to the creek at the back of our property. Our neighbor told us that's the turtle's usual route. Turtle won our hearts that day.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from
$50
/ night
Secluded spot in nature
16. Secluded spot in nature
94%
(44)
24mi from Ayer · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
We have a lovely site to camp right in the city. It is secluded and surrounded by nature. But still close to all the conveniences Worcester has to offer. We have a fun yard with an in-ground trampoline and zip line. The heated pool is available until late October. Pool is an added amenity and must be booked in advance. It is also listed on Swimply.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$84
/ night
The Moose Caboose Country Farm
17. The Moose Caboose Country Farm
96%
(78)
27mi from Ayer · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
🌻 Roam over twelve acres of beautiful fields and rolling hills with New England stonewalls at The Moose Caboose Country Farm! The land boasts seasonal organic fruits for the plucking—including raspberries, peaches, pears, tomatoes, peppers, and apples!
🪵 Forage free firewood for a campfire in a private peaceful country setting with excellent adventures and conveniences nearby including local farms, grocery stores, breweries with live music, hiking trails, and more! See a list of great places to visit below.
⛺️ All sites are first come first serve and may have a fire pit and/or table. Vivid nature and bright starry skies are unparalleled at The Moose Caboose Country Farm!
**ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS**
🧭 The GPS will bring you to my mailbox—drive past it—an orange traffic cone and white wooden arbor structure mark the entrance—drive onto the grass and into the field.
🦋 You are welcome to explore the property; and to move available tables, chairs, and fire pits around as you like. No check in or check out needed—come and go as you please!
🏕️ Please be conscientious that the land is hilly, that camper trailers or RVs will likely need blocking, and tent campers prepare for a bit of a slope on some site locations.
**PLACES TO VISIT NEARBY**
PHILLIPSTON: 5-15 mins away
⛱️ Queen Lake Beach: 5 minute drive for swimming
🍎 Red Apple Farm: amazing country store, brick oven pizza, burgers and much more
PETERSHAM: 15-20 mins away
👣 Brooks Woodland Preserve Hiking Trails: amazing trail hikes
🫐 Petersham Country Store: breakfast, sandwiches for lunch, plus anything you need
GARDNER: 10-15 mins away
🍺 Gardner Ale House Restaurant
🛒 Hannaford Grocery Store
🥪 Jersey Mike's Sub Shop
🍔 99 Restaurant
💫 Walmart
ATHOL: 10-15 mins away
🛒 Market Basket
☕️ Starbucks
☕️ Dunkin Donuts
ERVING: ~20 mins away
🌳 Erving State Forest
💦 Laurel Lake: highly recommend—extremely beautiful!!
HUBBARDSTON: ~15 mins away
⛱️ Comet Pond Sandy Beach
WESTMINSTER: ~20 mins away
🍺 Wachusett Brewery: amazing beer, food & live music
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Powder Mill Pond Retreat
18. Powder Mill Pond Retreat
98%
(24)
28mi from Ayer · 1 site · Tent, RV
Located in historic Barre with easy access to hiking, rail trails, near by Stone Cow Brewery, and Hardwick Vineyard. Near disc golf course at Barre Falls Dam, Mid State Trail and 23,000 acres of State Park land, water recreation, and water shed. Quabbin Resevoir within easy driving distance. Boston is 1.5 hours away, Amherst/Northampton is a hour's drive.
The brewery has weekend events that include 5K runs, music and food. The winery hosts dinners and wine tastings. From May to October there is a Saturday farmers market with a wealth of fresh produce, crafts and bakery products. We are one town away from the Rose 32 bakery., known for their fine European pastries and wonderful breads.
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Sip Pond Lakefront Cottage
19. Sip Pond Lakefront Cottage
98%
(31)
29mi from Ayer · 1 site
This is a cozy off grid cottage, right on Sip Pond, situated on 1.2 acres of land. The cottage is 380 sq. feet that runs on a generator. There is a Port a potty, there is no running water. The property has a dock and a fire pit.
The pond is 114 acres, quiet and great for kayaking, SUPing, fishing etc.
Near by there are hiking trails, snow mobile trails.
The Rhododendron State Park and Mt. Madonock are near by.
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Miracle Organic Farm
20. Miracle Organic Farm
92%
(13)
31mi from Ayer · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
I have about 3 acres with lots of gardens and surrounded by forest. There is a huge organic garden and greenhouse. We get lots of wildlife here. I'm about 20 minutes from Mount Wachusett and 5 minutes from the Quabbin. Lots of hiking all around, including from my farm (a nice 3 mile walk through a wildlife preserve). Worcester is about a 30 minute drive. Lot's of lakes all around with good fishing. The town of Barre has some excellent restaurants, a grocery store, hardware store, etc. This is an organic farm so you must use biodegradable products in you use my dump station. No bleach11 We close for the winter season from November 1 through the end of March.
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Ron
2 weeks ago
24 ft travel trailer
Very quiet and peaceful. Owner extremely helpful.
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courtney
3 weeks ago
Weekend Trip to Tiny House, Horse Trailer, S Tent
Enjoyed our stay! Everyone was very friendly and the guides provided were awesome!
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Lucie
January 2026
1 night at SnugLife Camping
Beautiful spot to camp along the river during winter! We were there on New Year's Day 2026 for an overnight under the almost-full-moon, and our last-minute booking was gratefully accommodated.
We hauled our camping gear to the site a quarter of a mile downhill in backpacks and a sled we brought, plus another sled that was provided. We used the not-so-air-tight nor squirrel-free spacious Tent on the Platform with the wood stove that I fed throughout the night in the 9°F windy weather. I recommend bringing individual Sleeping Pads to insulate over the air mattresses and under your own high-pile sleeping bag. Our group had also brought a tent to experience real winter camping and it was nice to have the glamping set up just in case. The stove did smoke at first as they do that, but once it was going it was great. I set my alarm clock for every hour to check it.
The outdoor kitchen and fire pit was used to heat water for our meals, warm drinks, clean up, and to fill water bottles for warmth inside sleeping bags. During cold months and summer nights, bring enough fire starting materials to get things going multiple times in the cold and maybe wet conditions. The toilet situation was sufficient (carry-out) and the river's cascading riffles were heard throughout the night.
It was a magical place to be in nature during winter surrounded by snow and ice! I highly recommend a visit here any time of year in one of the tents provided or at a regular tent site, all along the river.
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Scott
December 2025
Tent
Group trip
Just went winter camping here. The stay was great, it was a little hike down and the trail was marked well with small flags and signs. We had a group of 4 and the tent held us no problem, the wood stove was super warm I didn’t even use my sleeping bag, also kept us dry from the freezing rain. Would definitely recommend and would stay here again. Make sure to bring an axe or hatchet to split your firewood for the little stove inside. Would definitely recommend for first time winter campers if you’re new to it.
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Joseph
November 2025
24 ft Class C
Great experience. Met the host right when I arrived. Very convenient location to Concord and all of the Thoreau sites. I was left alone (which I always like when camping), and the site had a nice view off the back for stargazing at night. Would use it again if I am in the area.
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Anna
November 2025
26 ft travel trailer
With pets
Emily and her husband were very kind and accommodating. They have a lovely property and, while tricky to back into, it was a great place to be for a week. The woods behind the house are nice and there are many trails nearby to hike and explore. Quiet, pleasant , and beautiful area all around.
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Elena
November 2025
Weekend Trip to Winimusett Farm
A friend and I stayed here over the weekend in mid-November. We enjoyed our trip, the cabin is cozy, and Misty was very communicative and helpful! The directions were thorough, and we had no problem using the cabin. Outside temperature was ~28-45°F, but the wood stove was very effective and the cabin became very toasty. One thing to note is that the solar-powered battery banks had little charge. The string lights only worked for 20 minutes on our first night, and their battery banks did not recharge the next day. The large solar-powered battery bank that powered the lamp in the corner had only about 6 hours of charge. We're guessing that the weak fall sun, combined with cloudy conditions, meant these battery banks didn't fully charge. This might be something to consider when packing for a fall/winter trip. We're glad we brought flashlights, a rechargeable lamp, and some pillar candles. We also brought our own kitchen supplies; not sure what to expect, but there were plenty of utensils, cookware, etc., even if we hadn't brought our own. The floor needed a little sweep when we arrived, but everything else was clean. Overall, we enjoyed our stay!
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Jessica
November 2025
Weekend Trip to Peaceful Convenience
It was a perfect spot to stop off and refuel after a week on the road in our van.
Thank you for having us Danielle!
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Marlo
October 2025
1 night at Inn On The Horse Farm
I absolutely loved this country setting and historic 1800’s cottage. It’s basically a whole house to yourself. You will want for nothing. Just bring yourself, clothes & food. There are pots, pans, dishes, utensils and everything you need for a relaxing stay. I sat in the kitchen most of the time, to watch the beautiful horse right outside the sliding glass door. Moonfield I believe his name is. I walked around the property and took in all the charm of this place. It’s decorated appropriately and suits this cottage perfectly. The queen bed was the most comfortable sleep Ive had in a long time. Joan responded to any questions I had with lighting speed. This was the perfect getaway and I can’t wait to book again in the future.
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Heidi
October 2025
18 ft travel trailer
Fantastic experience! Beautiful views and many level spots by the ponds to choose from for any camper. Misty was incredibly sweet & provided great instructions for our arrival. Also, available for winter camping! Highly recommend you take advantage of this stunning farm.
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Leah
October 2025
Tent
Kaedra was very kind and we enjoyed the site. The ground was soft and we had a lovely fire. Added bonus that it backs up onto a beautiful preserve and is walkable from the site. We would definitely stay again!
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Erika
October 2025
3 nights at Inn On The Horse Farm
Had a pleasant three night stay. Clean and well equipped. Felt very safe and comfortable as a single female traveler.
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Siobhan
October 2025
Weekend Trip to SnugLife Camping
Jody and Keith’s site was beautiful. The stove in the tent kept it cozy throughout the autumn night. They provided a garden cart to transport our things which was helpful. The air mattress was as comfortable as an air mattress can be. Jody and Keith recommended that we bring lights, since we were arriving after sunset, but we foolishly overestimated the power of our phone flashlights. So definitely bring a few lanterns. I would definitely stay again. It was beautiful by the river.
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Brett
October 2025
Weekend Trip to Winimusett Farm
Awesome place, 10/10. My friend and I had a great night at the cabin. Huge property. Cabin is up on the hill. Well out-fitted. Great big open space down below. The hill is non-trivial, but Eric helped us bring up some of our gear in his tractor. Eric was very friendly, and Misty (with whom I communicated with messaging) was also very friendly and responsive. This was my first experience with HipCamp and it was excellent. Highly recomment.
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Bryan
October 2025
With pets
We loved camping at the site. The amenities were excellent, and the hot tub was super clean. Overall, the experience was 5 stars.
This is in no way to denigrate or take away from the positive review. This is only a suggestion moving forward. When we arrived, we were informed that we were unable to use the fire pit because there was a statewide ban due to a drought in New Hampshire. This is no way the problem of the owner of the site. It is out of their control. However, it would have been nice to know upon booking as doing a campfire is an integral part of the camping experience. The site still receives 5 stars :)
-Flynn
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Rosemary
October 2025
Tent
The campsite is connected to an awesome trail, I was super late and Kaedra was very courteous. Really lovely spot especially for this time of year
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Derek
October 2025
19 ft campervan
Group trip
We stayed at the hilltop site with our campervan and family joined us with their RV as well. The four of us and our two dogs had a very pleasant time. It was nice to have a fire pit and picnic bench available to use, and our neighbors were a fair distance away for a bit of privacy. Very quiet and peaceful there, and conveniently located if you’re planning to go to apple fest at wachusett mountain.
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Thalia
October 2025
With pets
Nice tucked away house with a horse on property. The owner was very accommodating and despite having multiple rooms in the same house we were still able to have our privacy. Dog friendly and self check-in process.
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Ali
October 2025
With pets
Beautiful, tucked away cabin in a quiet and romantic area! It was absolutely stunning (especially with the New England fall leaves!). We loved the wood-burning stove and super comfy couch and bed for a weekend away! Misty has everything you might need — just prepare for a bit of a short hike to the top of the hill for the cabin. I had to switch into my hiking boots, as the hill is steep. We didn’t have a chance to explore the trails, but we would love to return for another visit and magical weekend!
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Jake
October 2025
With pets
This was a beautiful spot! Nice fields with some level areas and a good spot for a fire pit. The pond with doc was nice as well. The host was very nice and helpful. Only thing is the hill climb to the cabin was much steeper than we expected.
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