Lake Camping Near Boston, Massachusetts, US: 12 Best Lake Campsites 2025

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to resource for camping in the United States! With over 250 options in the beautiful lakeside area near Boston, Massachusetts, you're sure to find the perfect spot to pitch your tent or park your RV. If you're a lake lover, you're in luck! From serene swimming spots to thrilling water activities, there's something for everyone. Check out our top-rated campsites like Maple Ridge Farm (203 reviews), Sunrise Farm (195 reviews), and Welcome to The Wolf Swamp! (174 reviews) to see what other campers have loved about these locations. And with popular amenities like cooking equipment, campfires, and toilets, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable camping experience. Plus, don't miss out on the exciting activities available, such as horseback riding, climbing, and whitewater paddling. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable lakeside camping adventure near Boston, Massachusetts!

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Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to resource for camping in the United States! With over 250 options in the beautiful lakeside area near Boston, Massachusetts, you're sure to find the perfect spot to pitch your tent or park your RV. If you're a lake lover, you're in luck! From serene swimming spots to thrilling water activities, there's something for everyone. Check out our top-rated campsites like Maple Ridge Farm (203 reviews), Sunrise Farm (195 reviews), and Welcome to The Wolf Swamp! (174 reviews) to see what other campers have loved about these locations. And with popular amenities like cooking equipment, campfires, and toilets, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable camping experience. Plus, don't miss out on the exciting activities available, such as horseback riding, climbing, and whitewater paddling. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable lakeside camping adventure near Boston, Massachusetts!

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1. Vintage camper, waterfront &firepit

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13mi from Boston · 3 sites · Lodging · 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.

2. Ponderings at White Pond

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20mi from Boston · 1 site · Lodging · Concord Ma, MA

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.

3. Does not suck😋 camp!!

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41mi from Boston · 1 site · Tent · Kingston, NH

Camp amongst huge pine trees on dead end road with waterfront on Half Moon pond.. Fire pit, camp wood nearby for sale, picnic table , multiple chairs , gas grill with side burner, electrical cable for you. AND MY DOG ARCHIE WILL BE AROUND. MIXED LABISH BREED. VERY CHILL DOG. NO LEASH. .. My house/batroom available 24/7 ..Shower NOT available.. . I have a floating dock so it wobbles, Kayak, canoe, and an electric trolling two per bass boat along with various floats, and fishing poles/tackle available. No license needed. AND EXCEPT FOR THE HOURS OF SUNSET, join if ya want, you will have acces to my stipped down 20 ft pontoon boat with electric trolling motor. Take it out and park it in the middle of the pond, swim ladder included. 50 minutes to Boston. 35 minutes to Hampton Beach /Portsmouth NH... 90 miles to White mtns

4. Waterfront cabin 10minutes Cape Cod

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43mi from Boston · 1 site · Lodging · Onset, MA

250sq ft Cabin (no heat, no ac) just three steps to a beautiful 42 acre spring-fed pond, your very own private sandy beach cove, a dock and use of canoe, kayaks and paddle boat and a swim platform. 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. Main house Driveway Parking- about 75 feet away from cabin. 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.

5. Cold Plunge Haven

20mi from Boston · 1 site · Lodging · Concord, MA

Enjoy a cold plunge in a pristine kettle pond, right outside your door. The “ guest cabin” is a two room, one and one half bath, private guest suite attached to our home, overlooking a quiet kettle pond. It has a private entrance, one bedroom with one queen bed, a combo kitchenette sitting area and a half bath. The kitchenette includes a microwave, toaster, mini frig, electric kettle, full set of dishes, flatware and condiments. There is no stove top or kitchen sink. The full bath with shower is one floor above accessed by narrow a set of stairs. Guests may also enjoying sitting on the dock by the solo stove, ice fishing, hiking surrounding nature trails or visiting Concords many historic sites, museums and galleries.

6. Shaded Gardens

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31mi from Boston · 1 site · Tent · Berlin, MA

Learn more about this land: Camping in the tree lined back yard of 3rd generation horticulturalist Brenna Ewing in picturesque South Berlin: This property is fully fenced, with gated access from Pleasant Street. Features beautiful gardens of Lilac Daylily, Phlox, Herbs; Wildflowers and a Disc Golf Station. Nearby hiking, biking and horseback riding as well as local farm stores, dining and shops, close to interstates make this an ideal place to start exploring and enjoying Central Massachusetts. Rustic amenities include toilet, trash can, garden hose water supply; fire pit for cooking. BYO firewood and cooking supplies, BYO kiddie pool and lawn chairs.

Public campgrounds near Boston

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Wompatuck Campground

13mi from Boston · 248 sites · Tents, RVs · in Wompatuck State Park

When there's few people around and skies are clear, who needs a tent? Campsite #75.

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Harold Parker Campground

21mi from Boston · 84 sites · Tents, RVs · in Harold Parker State Forest

Thin trunk trees.. just the right size to hug if you're a hippy... ;)

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Myles Standish Campground

38mi from Boston · 372 sites · Tents, RVs · in Myles Standish State Forest

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Pearl Hill Campground

44mi from Boston · 47 sites · Tents, RVs · in Pearl Hill State Park

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George Washington State Campground

47mi from Boston · 50 sites · Tents, RVs · in George Washington State Park

Stories from the community

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Oxana

November 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Vintage camper, waterfront &firepit

It’s a beautiful place to get away from the city, recommended.

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Julio

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Does not suck😋 camp!!

Excellent host, he was very helpful. We used the pontoon all day with my 13-year-old son and his buddies. We were actually pretty successful at fishing with live bait. We got some decent sized bass and a couple of bluegill sunfish, which we ate that night in tacos. The area for the tents is comfortable and the host let us use his bathroom. He also has a big grill and perfect setup for a fire. He was very responsive and had great advice on local activities and fishing. We’ll happily go back.

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Jonathan

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Ponderings at White Pond

Our stay at the cabin by the pond was just what we needed as both of us are from the city. Very, very quiet, comfortable bed with a view of the pond. We were able to use the canoe and take a ride out on the lake. Walking/biking paths nearby and West Concord with modern amenities is only 10 minutes away. It was a peaceful and comfortable getaway. Claudine was a gracious host. I highly recommend for couples who just want to enjoy each other's company and the peaceful outdoors.

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Janice

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Waterfront cabin 10minutes Cape Cod

Peaceful spot. Totally comfortable and well kept cabin.

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Becca

October 2025

2 nights at Ponderings at White Pond

Beautiful setting and wonderful cabin with nice little touches and amenities! A wonderful place to unwind and escape. Especially loved the floating deck and outdoor hot shower!

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joe

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Waterfront cabin 10minutes Cape Cod

Beautiful, private, and scenic. Can't even put it in the category of glamping. Its on its own level. Magical spot. Thank you so much for a great start to fall.

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Amanda

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Vintage camper, waterfront &firepit

We loved Patricia’s little camp. It was so cozy and welcoming. It was exactly what we were looking for. She knew it was our anniversary and upon arrival we walked in to candles lit scattered hearts and a cute heart pillow on the bed. The bed was extremely comfortable and we were well stocked with xtra blankets if needed. The lake view was peaceful and beautiful. Well stocked with firewood also. Patricia call the morning after we checked in to make sure we settled in ok and she was so sweet. We never had to call her throughout our 3 night stay. We definitely will return

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Charles

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Waterfront cabin 10minutes Cape Cod

Very cute, little lake side cabin, w a nice yard space, hammock, boat access, and fire-pit. Kind and responsive management was very easy to engage w. But, perhaps best of all, was the private sandy beach just steps from the front patio. There is a set of well built outdoor stairs to get down to the cabin, that could present a challenge of accessibility for some individuals. But, if you can do a few stairs, it’s well worth the effort. Great spot to unwind and enjoy the cape from.

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Graye

September 2025

1 night at Ponderings at White Pond

I had a wonderful stay at Ponderings. The pond is beautiful throughout the day, and you can enjoy it from the porch, various benches, one of the docks, or go out on it. (I did with a paddle board.) The cabin is very comfortable, clean, practical, and beautifully set up with a great view of the pond from inside or on the porch. Multiple fire pit and stove options too. The hosts were very responsive, gave clear directions and great tips for the area, comfortable bed, the wifi worked well if you need that, and the shower worked great (heated up in a flash, good pressure, cool set up). It was beautiful and peaceful. I wish I could have stayed longer!

Laura & Greg

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Waterfront cabin 10minutes Cape Cod

We had a wonderful stay at the cabin. Such a peaceful spot on the lake to get away. We enjoyed using the kayaks and having evening campfires in the fire pit. Charles was super responsive with questions. I would highly recommend!

Elise

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Shaded Gardens

My girls stayed here en route to college. Worked out great!

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Elena

August 2025

3 nights at Waterfront cabin 10minutes Cape Cod

This is a very very very beautiful and well thought out cabin. The beach is literally around the corner and the beach is steps from the front door. I and my wife felt safe and comfortable the whole time. Would recommend and I hope to return. Also they have a very cute cat :)

Meghan

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Waterfront cabin 10minutes Cape Cod

We loved this spot! We traveled down for a wedding and wanted something a little more enjoyable than a hotel room. We loved the kayaks, swimming and overall ability to kick back and relax. It was the perfect amount of privacy. Great birdwatching and had a nice visit from a local kitty 🐈‍⬛. Thanks for sharing your special location! This is a true gem and we hope to return one day!

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Barbara

August 2025

With pets

1 night at Ponderings at White Pond

The hut was so cozy and having the lake so close was a real treat. Also we enjoyed using the fire pit.

Tamar

August 2025

With pets

1 night at Ponderings at White Pond

Fabulous time at Claudine's place! Gorgeous pond, gracious hosts and a comfortable cabin. Would absolutely stay again!

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Emma

August 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Ponderings at White Pond

Such a beautiful, unique and cozy experience right on the water! Claudine and Henry are incredible hosts. The cabin has more than everything we needed. Our anniversary weekend couldn’t have been more perfect.

Susan

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Waterfront cabin 10minutes Cape Cod

An absolutely beautiful slice of heaven! Exceptionally clean, peaceful, and private. Cabin had everything you can imagine for our stay. Steps from the water, a dock, and different little boats for use. I love our hosts values of cleanliness and recycling everything ❤️

William

August 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Vintage camper, waterfront &firepit

Beautiful waterfront spot. Very relaxing sittjng by the fire or fishing from the shore. The kayak and canoe were so much fun, our dog loved getting out on the water.

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Alex

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Ponderings at White Pond

The place was beautiful and so peaceful! The water is the cleanest I've ever swam in and the whole community, especially Claudine, are super welcoming and friendly. I would definetly stay again!