Beach camping in Massachusetts
The Bay State is bigger than Boston, with peaceful beaches, historic parks, and state forests.
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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).
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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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Tidy Treehouse
1 site · Lodging1 acre · East Falmouth, MA
Enjoy glamping to the sounds of nature snuggled in this uniquely designed, 100 sq ft tree house.
Amenities include outdoor dining, fire pit, grill, hot tub, camping porto and cold shower all within a short drive to the Falmouth beaches and the Shining Sea Bike Path. In the off-season, this "scribbler shed" is available for writing retreats and meditative getaways.
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Glamping on the deck
1 site · Lodging2 acres · Rehoboth, MA
Learn more about this land:3 season room on the deck. Access to the house and backyard. Two acre yard surrounded by woods. Lots of visible wildlife, birds, turkeys, deer, coyotes, woodchucks, fireflies.
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Great Bay Beach House w/ Bay View
1 site · RV1 acre · Teaticket, MA
Located steps from Great Bay and a 2 minute walk to the ocean, this area is highly sought after because of its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean as well as the Heights Beach where there is always something going on. There is always something to do in Falmouth. There is a 30 amp RV hookup. Looking forward to having you stay!
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Booth Cottages and Beach
1 site · Lodging5 acres · Brewster, MA
Rustic cottage colony built in the 1940s on 5 acres of beachfront property.
9 cabins range in size from two to four bedrooms. They all have one full bathroom and one outdoor shower. The living area opens into the kitchen which is equipped with basic appliances, dishes and flatware (note: the kitchen equipment is not fancy, so many guests bring their own from home). On the beach side of the cottage is a screened in porch with picnic table for dining and a charcoal grill outside.
Guests bring their own food, coffee, bedding, towels, and toiletries.
It is important to consider the weather, as there is no temperature control, some nights require heavy clothing and blankets. Guests can bring space heaters and fans.
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The private beach is a short walk, across the street and down a sandy path. Guests can leave chairs, umbrellas, kayaks, etc. on the beach for the duration of their stay.
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Beach camping in Massachusetts guide
Overview
Welcome to Hipcamp! If you're looking for a beach camping experience in Massachusetts, we've got you covered. With over 11 options in Massachusetts that offer beach access, you're sure to find the perfect spot for your outdoor adventure. Looking for reviews? Check out Cape Cod Horse Farm (90 reviews), Bakers Island Light Campsite (33 reviews), or Glamping on the deck (1 review) for some top-rated options. And with popular amenities like showers, campfires, and potable water, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Plus, you can enjoy popular activities like wind sports, whitewater paddling, and horseback riding. The average price per night is $55, with options as low as $50. Get ready for a beach camping experience like no other!
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