The best river, stream, or creek RV camping in Massachusetts

2 sites · Tents, RVs · Westhampton, MA

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A pristine horse farm in Westhampton, MA, spanning 15 lush acres of fields, woods, and a flowing stream, Starwind Farm offers a tranquil place to relax and unwind. Come watch the red tail hawks, walk by the stream and enjoy the natural beauty of sunsets and stars. We offer three camping sites; two near the three stall barn the other next to the five stall barn which includes an electrical hook up. There is access to an indoor bathroom with a sink and toilet and a sink in the tack room to get water. Starwind Farm is close to miles of hiking trails and Outlook Farm, a great local farm offering produce, provisions, sandwiches, baked goods and coffee. Northampton is a 12 minute drive with shopping and restaurants.

3. Rosy Goat Farm

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4 sites · Tents, RVs · Gilbertville, MA

Welcome to Rosy Goat Farm!! We are the quintessential family farm/homestead, our farmhouse was built in the 1840’s Bill and I bought this 13-acre property in 2012, It was overgrown with wild roses. We have worked with a limited budget, and used animals to clear the land. The goats love the wild roses. The pigs dig the roses up. Chickens rake it clean. Win win! Very interesting place here- lots to tell you, there’s quite a list of things to do and see around here! Did you know that Gilbertville has a covered bridge? It is one of the last covered bridges still in use in Massachusetts! First- a touch of Hardwick History: Rev. Timothy Ruggles bought this land from the Native Americans for his family to live on, and to work the land. His son, Brigadeer General Timothy Ruggles became unpopular after he introduced the Stamp Act, and was banished to Nova Scotia. His daughter Bathsheba became the last woman executed in the United States for the murder of her husband Joshua Spooner. (There’s a book about it called Murdered by his wife, by Deborah Navas.) Want to know local eateries? For breakfasts and lunch there is The Whistle Stop diner, it was a former Boston & Albany Railroad station. Speaking of railroads, did you know that The Mass Central Rail Trail runs through Gilbertville! Rose 32, is a well known bakery that serves tea, coffee and sandwiches. There’s Hardwick house of Pizza- for tasty pizza and subs, which also serves beer. Feeling fancy? Try Hardwick Crossing Country Club (features a 9 hole golf course), it has a restaurant with a full-service bar, gorgeous scenery! Its a 3 minute drive from here Mimi’s for your morning coffee and lunch, yum! And it overlooks our beautiful Common! Also check out Stone Cow Brewery in Barre -has a kids play area while you wait for your meal! Ware has Mexicali Grill, Theresa’s Restaurant for Italian foods, Bellies Barnyard for traditional American cuisine, and, Pig Park BBQ for comfort food! Farmer Mat in North Brookfield has take out meals- there are picnic tables available, beautiful views. Things to do: You can kayak, and fish, at Swift River in Belchertown. Hardwick is the home of the oldest agricultural fair in the US, held every year in August, and, every Sunday there’s a small farmers market on the common. Hardwick also has a winery- Hardwick Vineyard and Winery, they have all kinds of events, (find them on facebook) and, check out Lost Towns brewery- the name is a throwback to the 4 towns that were submerged to create the Quabbin Reservoir! Medicine River Pow Wow is in August here in Gilbertville, on River Run Rd. The East Quabbin Land Trust has birdwatching and fabulous views, and the Mass Central Rail Trail entrance is located here. Bike it or hike it! Quabbin Reservoir is close by for boating and fishing. There are free concerts in Grenville Park in Ware, (check for dates). Ware also has Janine’s Frostee ice cream and fast foods- and live music on weekend nights! Also check out these on line: Ragged Hill orchard and Rock House Reservation in West Brookfield, and Carter and Stevens farm in Barre. The Leicester, and Mendon movie drive-in’s. Old Sturbridge village is 30 minutes away. Lake Lashaway has a swimming area in East Brookfield, right off of Rte 9. It’s about 20 minutes from here. Lake Siog in Holland has a lovely picnic area and beach for swimming. (30 mins South from here) Is this area great or what?!

4. Beaver Creek Farm

4 sites · Tents, RVs · Salisbury, MA

✨ Get away from it all and sleep under the stars. At Beaver Creek Farm, your campsite sits right beside the creek, giving you a true connection with nature. Deer and bunnies roam freely through the area, and you’ll hear a chorus of birds throughout the day. If you’re into the beach or just want a stroll and some shopping in downtown Newburyport, we’re only a 7-minute drive to Salisbury Beach Boardwalk, Salisbury Beach State Reservation, and historic Newburyport. Hampton Beach is just 15 minutes away! 🐾 We have two pet-friendly campsites available by the creek. Currently, we’re a dry-dock campsite with access to water. There’s a 110-volt outlet for smaller campers. We’re also working on building a bathhouse and outdoor kitchen for future use. 🌿 Guests have access to the camping area behind the barn, the riverfront, and a glassed-in garden room. A cozy patio with a gas fireplace will be added soon. Feel free to bring your kayak and launch right from your campsite (except during drought conditions). 🐶 Please note: there is a large bloodhound on the property — she’s super friendly! ⚡ No full hookups are available. A 110-volt outlet is provided, but you’ll need your own adapter (not supplied). 🚐 No campers longer than 22 ft. 🌱 We are 420-friendly, with five recreational dispensaries close by.

5. Moon In The Pond Farm

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5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Sheffield, MA

Well off the beaten track, it's scenic, private and peaceful. Camping at Moon In The Pond Farm is a bit of heaven. There are separate sites to choose. Around the farm, you have your own secluded spot to enjoy. (Though you may be in a field next to our Scottish Highland cattle!) Two are tent sites: the PondSide and the FieldEdge. There's one site for small/tiny RVs or Campervan. And finally there's the HiddenCabin--a bed a roof and convenience. Each has a firepit with a small grill to cook over the fire. (all firewood provided) Our campsites are in quieter areas of the farm. One overlooks the pond, others are on the edges of different farm fields, one a cabin nearer the farmstead. All require a beautiful, bucolic trek of 150-350 yards from the roadside parking--ensuring the quiet, natural experience. During the day times, you may see or hear farm work. At night it's lusciously dark and serenely quiet. You'll hear owls hoot, frogs croak, crickets chirp, foxes yowl and coyotes howl! In June and July the fields and trees light up like Christmas with fireflies, and you'll see the stars. During the week is the absolute best time--the local hot spots (or cooling down spots!) are much quieter, and all our campsites have reduced weekday rates. If you can, take advantage by adding a Thursday or Sunday night to a weekend stay. We've got an awesome, easy hiking trail on adjacent Nature Conservancy land. It meanders through woodlands, around rock ledges, through wetlands (on a 600' of boardwalk) and ends at a beautiful stream and pond with a gigantic beaver dam. Not far from here are numerous well-marked hiking trails (including the Appalachian Trail (with famous Bash Bish Falls) and several offshoots (Sage's Ravine, Race Brook Falls), Bartholomew's Cobble, Umpacheenee Falls, and others). Also in the neighborhood are opportunities for canoeing, kayaking, swimming, rock climbing, gavel-road and country-road biking, and pretty much any outdoor activity/adventure opportunity. Or... you can just chill and relax, sleep, or read the day away! Love food? This is Farm-to-Table for real! Never so close--the table's AT the farm! Bring your cooking gear and get some of our wicked fresh organic food--veggies, chops, sausages, eggs, bacon, granola, yogurt, etc. Sear yourself up a real treat! Very nearby, as the Berkshires is a cultural mecca, there are also numerous opportunities from many great restaurants to art, dance, music, spas, galleries, antique shops, museums, cafes and much more. It's still amazingly quiet at the farm where the Milky Way is clearly visible.

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5 sites · Tents, RVs · Adams, MA

Aisling Mountain Farm campgrounds are located in Adams MA, is directly connected to Mount Greylock state park and its miles of trails. We currently have four tent campsites throughout the year with one that will accommodate trailers up to 16' without backing up! Enjoy the view, our cascading waterfall brook, and spend some time with our horses. Please see our FB page at Aisling Mountain Farm for more info. Your campsites are only a few minutes' walk to the Gould trailhead public parking lot and many trails. Also, you have direct access to some amazing single bike paths running all through the state forest. We are located in the Berkshires, with many attractions like, Mass MoCa, Williamstown theater, and many other places of interest.

7. Martha's Vineyard Family Campground

141 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Vineyard Haven, MA

The Martha’s Vineyard Family Campground began as a vacant wooded lot in 1968. The land was purchased by Charles and Jeanne Feeney from a retired doctor living in Vineyard Haven. Charles “Chuck” Feeney was an aerospace engineer at the time and was always taking his kids camping. His dream was to have a place for the family to camp and call their own. So together with his wife and five children he converted a bus into a camper and carved out a site amongst the wild blueberry bushes and scrub oak trees. Our family fell in love with the island. We discovered all the island has to offer and found it irresistible. We were the tourists of yesteryear and what attracted our family back then still exists today: beautiful beaches, fabulous fishing, quaint villages, and amazing sunsets. From the rolling hills of Aquinnah to the dunes of Katama, there is no place on earth like it. Martha’s Vineyard When Chuck found out his job was relocating him to California, he made the bold move to make his family campsite and land available to you. With a lot of hard work and great family pride, the construction of Martha’s Vineyard Family Campground began. During the first few summers of construction, we lived in the converted bus and tents. Slowly the sites and the roads were carved out. Summer vacations meant clearing land and pouring cement. The campground was officially opened in the spring of 1972 and has been a family-run operation ever since. Today the campground is managed by a third generation of The Feeney Family. The goal has always been to provide a quality camping experience for families who wish to visit this wonderful island. If there is anything that we can do to enhance that experience for you, please let us know. Amenities: Indoor Restrooms Free Hot Showers Camp Store Coin Operated Laundry Recreation Room Playground Volleyball / Badminton Area Basketball Hoop Recreational Field Community Fire Pit Wi-Fi Hotspot Dump Station Recycling Adult Bike Rentals

8. Hickory Ridge

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Our property is 85 very private acres with an open field surrounded by forest and open wooded area with many trails. The forest is very diverse including some old growth maples and birches, as well as hemlock and pine trees. The campsites are at the edge of the field set back into the woods. I have recently added sand and gravel to improve drainage since the heavy rain we have had last year. We have a portable composting toilet outhouse and a hot outdoor shower. Feel free to explore all of the trails on foot or mountain bike. You may see some turkeys or deer out there. There is a small pond with lots of frogs and salamanders near the camping area, and a few seasonal streams on the property. You can hike a one mile loop on our newest trail. It is medium difficulty because of the hillside it is built on so hiking boots are recommended unless you are on a mountain bike. Rock walls built in the mid 1800s circle the property almost entirely so the borders are easy to see. The Deerfield river is a few miles away where you can fish for trout or go for a swim or kayak. The Connecticut river and the green river are about 15 minutes away as well. We have tubes, a canoe, and a kayak that are available to rent for some floating! Historic Deerfield village and Yankee Candle store and factory are about 10 minutes away. We are about 20 minutes from Northampton and Amherst.

9. Powder Mill Pond Retreat

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1 site · Tent, RV · Barre, MA

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.

10. Prayer Mountain

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Learn more about this land:Prayer Mountain is the peak of this 100+ acre wooded retreat. Camp sites are accessible via a railroad access road and rest at the base of the small mountain proximate to the Massachusetts rail line and the Deerfield river. Secluded and private, and yet just 8 minutes away from I-91. A great space to rest in the peace and quiet of western Massachusetts. Easy access via vehicle or you are welcome to park and walk in further. Multiple sites available.

11. Berkshire Basecamp

1 site · Tent, RV · Hawley, MA

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Direct Access to Berkshire East and Thunder Mountain. The perfect spot to set up camp and take advantage of endless Back Roads, Hiking, Mountain Biking and Rivers and Mountains. Mountain Bike and Ski at Berkshire East, Run the Rapids or Fly fish the Deerfield River or just kick back and chill out under the starry skies. I look forward to welcoming you.

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Martha's Vineyard Family Campground

141 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Vineyard Haven, MA

The Martha’s Vineyard Family Campground began as a vacant wooded lot in 1968. The land was purchased by Charles and Jeanne Feeney from a retired doctor living in Vineyard Haven. Charles “Chuck” Feeney was an aerospace engineer at the time and was always taking his kids camping. His dream was to have a place for the family to camp and call their own. So together with his wife and five children he converted a bus into a camper and carved out a site amongst the wild blueberry bushes and scrub oak trees. Our family fell in love with the island. We discovered all the island has to offer and found it irresistible. We were the tourists of yesteryear and what attracted our family back then still exists today: beautiful beaches, fabulous fishing, quaint villages, and amazing sunsets. From the rolling hills of Aquinnah to the dunes of Katama, there is no place on earth like it. Martha’s Vineyard When Chuck found out his job was relocating him to California, he made the bold move to make his family campsite and land available to you. With a lot of hard work and great family pride, the construction of Martha’s Vineyard Family Campground began. During the first few summers of construction, we lived in the converted bus and tents. Slowly the sites and the roads were carved out. Summer vacations meant clearing land and pouring cement. The campground was officially opened in the spring of 1972 and has been a family-run operation ever since. Today the campground is managed by a third generation of The Feeney Family. The goal has always been to provide a quality camping experience for families who wish to visit this wonderful island. If there is anything that we can do to enhance that experience for you, please let us know. Amenities: Indoor Restrooms Free Hot Showers Camp Store Coin Operated Laundry Recreation Room Playground Volleyball / Badminton Area Basketball Hoop Recreational Field Community Fire Pit Wi-Fi Hotspot Dump Station Recycling Adult Bike Rentals

Hickory Ridge

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Our property is 85 very private acres with an open field surrounded by forest and open wooded area with many trails. The forest is very diverse including some old growth maples and birches, as well as hemlock and pine trees. The campsites are at the edge of the field set back into the woods. I have recently added sand and gravel to improve drainage since the heavy rain we have had last year. We have a portable composting toilet outhouse and a hot outdoor shower. Feel free to explore all of the trails on foot or mountain bike. You may see some turkeys or deer out there. There is a small pond with lots of frogs and salamanders near the camping area, and a few seasonal streams on the property. You can hike a one mile loop on our newest trail. It is medium difficulty because of the hillside it is built on so hiking boots are recommended unless you are on a mountain bike. Rock walls built in the mid 1800s circle the property almost entirely so the borders are easy to see. The Deerfield river is a few miles away where you can fish for trout or go for a swim or kayak. The Connecticut river and the green river are about 15 minutes away as well. We have tubes, a canoe, and a kayak that are available to rent for some floating! Historic Deerfield village and Yankee Candle store and factory are about 10 minutes away. We are about 20 minutes from Northampton and Amherst.

Powder Mill Pond Retreat

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1 site · Tent, RV · Barre, MA

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.

Prayer Mountain

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Learn more about this land:Prayer Mountain is the peak of this 100+ acre wooded retreat. Camp sites are accessible via a railroad access road and rest at the base of the small mountain proximate to the Massachusetts rail line and the Deerfield river. Secluded and private, and yet just 8 minutes away from I-91. A great space to rest in the peace and quiet of western Massachusetts. Easy access via vehicle or you are welcome to park and walk in further. Multiple sites available.

Berkshire Basecamp

1 site · Tent, RV · Hawley, MA

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Direct Access to Berkshire East and Thunder Mountain. The perfect spot to set up camp and take advantage of endless Back Roads, Hiking, Mountain Biking and Rivers and Mountains. Mountain Bike and Ski at Berkshire East, Run the Rapids or Fly fish the Deerfield River or just kick back and chill out under the starry skies. I look forward to welcoming you.

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Stories from the community

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Jeffrey

October 2025

18 ft travel trailer

2 nights at Rosy Goat Farm

This place was amazing, very private site super quiet at night and the animals were a bonus. Really wish we had more time but were only in town for a wedding, can’t say anything bad about this place. The surrounding area has lots of trails and looked very nice. Definitely would stay again if we are in the area.

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Tasha

October 2025

Tent

4 nights at Starwind Farm

Cynthia is an amazing human and great conversation! Her farm is an amazing property. Absolutely worth stepping foot on. I slept better here than I have in a very long time. Great views all around. Was in the area to visit a family member in Amherst. This was a welcome place to camp at the end of a few busy, long days. Didn't get to experience and enjoy the property as much as I'd hoped (didn't have enough time during my days there). However, I'll gladly book this Hipcamp again! Cynthia greeted me upon arrival, and showed me where the bathroom was (it's a nice walk through a very well kept horse barn). She even turned on the bathroom heater before I got there (my stay was during fall nights that got a bit cold). I car camped in an SUV and had no problem finding a level spot to park and set-up my sleeping area for the night. Lighting at night on the property felt safe and bright...but not TOO bright.

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Cindi

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hickory Ridge

Directions to the property were clear. The site was clean, flat, private, and peaceful. Although we didn’t use the firepit, everything was there. The outdoor shower had perfect temperature and pressure. Willis was friendly, met us upon arrival, and made sure we had everything we needed.

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joseph

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Rosy Goat Farm

We had a great time at Trisha's farm. She is a great host.

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Sydney

October 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Private campsites miles of trails!

Christian was an excellent host, and we really enjoyed staying on the farm! The horses were beautiful. Only a few mins walk to drinking water and porta potty. We car camped and the camp site was the perfect size for it.

Austin

October 2025

16 ft travel trailer

With pets

4 nights at Starwind Farm

Nice quiet site. Cynthia was helpful and easy to work with. I’d stay here again.

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Shawn

October 2025

27 ft fifth wheel

4 nights at Starwind Farm

Had a great stay. Very level spot. Quiet location. Cynthia met us when we arrived and was very helpful. Will stay here again if in the area. Very close to Northampton and Smith College.

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Adam

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Private campsites miles of trails!

Great location and useful accommodations for the area. The back door trek to the Greylock trails are a bit of a bushwhack but doable. Christian was very friendly and helpful. Would recommend.

Travis

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Rosy Goat Farm

Really nice thick grass to pitch the tents. The duck eggs were really good, highly recommend them. The outhouse was nice and clean and had automatic lighting at night. The goats and chickens came by in the mornings to feed and check us out. A really friendly, well behaved dog came by at night and loved attention. Everyone on the trip wanted to camp there again.

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Kayla

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Private campsites miles of trails!

Awesome time camping on Christian's property! We felt safe camping with small children. Had a blast exploring the forest!

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Gabriel

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Moon In The Pond Farm

Dominic was a wonderful host. His land is magical and was the perfect spot. We will definitely be going back!

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Wanda

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hickory Ridge

We had a really nice and relaxing stay at this camp. The compost bathroom was clean, well-stocked, and well-maintained, which made the experience even better. The atmosphere was peaceful and everything was just as described. We had a great time and hope to come back next year!

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Cathy

October 2025

15 ft pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to Starwind Farm

We enjoyed our stay in our pop-up camper at Cynthia's place. The land is really level, with easy pull through parking. The bathroom that's available was very clean and convenient. We had fun exploring the stream and watching the horses.

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kurt

October 2025

19 ft campervan

3 nights at Berkshire Basecamp

i loved camping on Michaels land. His directions were clear and communication great. Nice amenities and surrounding area was gorgeous

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Hannah

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Rosy Goat Farm

Love this campsite!! Trisha is so nice and accommodating. Would highly recommend. Also, perfect for kids as they can run around, see the farm animals and explore.

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Amber

September 2025

19 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Rosy Goat Farm

What a beautiful farm. I loved camping with the animals. The site was private and accommodating. The hosts were friendly and provided a free goody bag. The animals really were the highlight and the stars in the sky at night were a plus. Definitely recommend this spot. Fit my campervan perfectly.

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Charlotte

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Private campsites miles of trails!

If you're looking for a rustic campsite with a view and plenty of nearby hiking/biking trails Christian's property is the place for you. Christian was very friendly and helpful.

Landen

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Private campsites miles of trails!

Christian’s Hipcamp was perfect for what we needed! A beautiful site exactly as advertised with an accommodating host. Highly recommended!

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Matthew

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Berkshire Basecamp

The site offered a classic camping experience with riding access to the local trail networks and Thunder Mountain. the host, Michael, was easy to communicate with and offered good advice on the local trails and spots.

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David

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Private campsites miles of trails!

Understanding what I was getting when booking was a little confusing because Christian picks your spot based on availability at the time and uses his best judgment based on other campers. This is actually pretty cool of him, especially given, he considers the size of the group, type of vehicle, and safety of the individual possibly, but I would definitely go in without any expectations based on photos. You may not get the same campsite you see in the photos. Either way it was beautiful and Christian is very welcoming. Would book again. The area in general is very beautiful and the trails lead to Mount Greylock. Another cool thing to know if you are new to camping is there are plenty of stores nearby so if you forgot something or something unexpected happens it’s very easy to get to a department store or pick up some groceries.

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