Lake Camping in Boston, Massachusetts, US: 12 Best Lake Campsites 2024

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Ponderings at White Pond

1 site · Lodging1 acre · 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.

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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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Fishing, kayaking, canoeing, fun

1 site · RV1 acre · Mansfield, MA

Campers can expect a fun and convenient place to stay near Gillette Stadium and Xfinity Center. RVs 25’ or less are welcome (must pack out waste tanks). We are pet friendly and 420 friendly (dispensary’s are close by). Free use of our kayaks, canoe and paddle board. Free firewood when available. Free WiFi, Water and 20 amp hookup. Free use of our Blackstone style grill and griddle as well. Campers need to know that our property is on a fairly busy street and can be loud at times (we do supply free earplugs for our guests).

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The Quarry

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Rockport, MA

Property abuts Greenbelt. Magical sunrises and sunsets. Incredible stargazing. Explore Dogtown, Halibut Point State park and Rockport. Downtown Gloucester very accessible by bus or car. Property was originally a mined granite quarry called Sherbourne Motions. Thé granite from this quarry built Salem Jail and Bunker Hill. Very tranquil and peaceful setting year round

Peaceful Waterfront

3 sites · Lodging, Tents1 acre · Brookline, NH

Located right on the water, this spot is perfect for swimming, boating, fishing and enjoying all nature has to offer. Behind is acres of trails for hiking or mountain biking, nearby is a rail trail! Right now all we have available is a spot to camp and a toilet that can be flushed by using lake water😂. We are continuing to improve this location Options are a tent on the shore line or an air mattress / cot inside

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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.

Ponderings at White Pond

1 site · Lodging1 acre · 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.

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.

Hood Camp

1 site · Tent1 acre · Kingston, NH

The pond accessed down steep steps . Zeus the big German Shepherd neighbor's dog will be present.. He's a big baby and sweetheart and very smart. . I can be present, or leave you completely alone . You will be amongst huge pine trees. Very private on a dead end road with waterfront on Half Moon pond.. Dock, kayak, and an electric trolling boat bass boat along with various floats, and fishing poles available. 1 campsite for 2 tents, max 6 persons within 50 minutes to Boston. 35 minutes to Hampton Beach... 90 minutes to White Mtns... Out the back door is walking access to miles and hours of trails through the woods of Kingston Town Forest and adjacent Conservation Land.. Fire pit and wood, on site along with picnic table, chairs , . Perfect for car campers.

The Quarry

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Rockport, MA

Property abuts Greenbelt. Magical sunrises and sunsets. Incredible stargazing. Explore Dogtown, Halibut Point State park and Rockport. Downtown Gloucester very accessible by bus or car. Property was originally a mined granite quarry called Sherbourne Motions. Thé granite from this quarry built Salem Jail and Bunker Hill. Very tranquil and peaceful setting year round

Peaceful Waterfront

3 sites · Lodging, Tents1 acre · Brookline, NH

Located right on the water, this spot is perfect for swimming, boating, fishing and enjoying all nature has to offer. Behind is acres of trails for hiking or mountain biking, nearby is a rail trail! Right now all we have available is a spot to camp and a toilet that can be flushed by using lake water😂. We are continuing to improve this location Options are a tent on the shore line or an air mattress / cot inside

Fishing, kayaking, canoeing, fun

1 site · RV1 acre · Mansfield, MA

Campers can expect a fun and convenient place to stay near Gillette Stadium and Xfinity Center. RVs 25’ or less are welcome (must pack out waste tanks). We are pet friendly and 420 friendly (dispensary’s are close by). Free use of our kayaks, canoe and paddle board. Free firewood when available. Free WiFi, Water and 20 amp hookup. Free use of our Blackstone style grill and griddle as well. Campers need to know that our property is on a fairly busy street and can be loud at times (we do supply free earplugs for our guests).

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Shaded Gardens

1 site · Tent1 acre · 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.

Nearby parks

Explore the area’s public lands.

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Pearl Hill State Park

Townsend, Massachusetts

Morning sunrises light up the open evergreen woods.

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Harold Parker State Forest

Andover, Massachusetts

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Wompatuck State Park

Hingham, Massachusetts

George Washington State Park

Pascoag, Rhode Island

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

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Myles Standish State Forest

White Island Shores, Massachusetts

Lakeside camping near Boston guide

Overview

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!