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The best river, stream, or creek RV sites near Needham
98% (388) • 1,002 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Needham
Rosy Goat Farm
1. Rosy Goat Farm
99%
(231)
49mi from Needham · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
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?!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$62
/ night
Beaver Creek Farm
2. Beaver Creek Farm
44mi from Needham · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
✨ 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.
Pets
Potable water
from
$75
/ night
Wompatuck State Park
3. Wompatuck State Park
79%
(7)
State park 21mi from Needham · 248 sites
Discover Wompatuck State Park's natural beauty and outdoor adventures.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
George Washington State Park
4. George Washington State Park
100%
(1)
State park 36mi from Needham · 50 sites
Discover George Washington State Park's natural splendor and outdoor fun.
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Willard Brook State Forest
5. Willard Brook State Forest
State forest 38mi from Needham · 19 sites
Discover the natural allure of Willard Brook State Forest.
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Toilets
Campfires
West Thompson Lake
6. West Thompson Lake
Park 41mi from Needham · 24 sites
Famous bass and trout fishing and winter snowmobiling?! West Thompson Lake is classic Connecticut, with lots to do and real seasons that affect when you can do it. In addition to summertime anglin' and wintertime snow blasting, there's seasonal hunting and epic autumnal leaf displays. Once you're out here you'll have a hard time believing you're within two hours of Boston, Providence, and Hartford. You'd better believe there's hiking, boating, and camping of every type so the whole family can experience nature in the northeast within an easy drive of the city.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Salisbury Beach State Reservation
7. Salisbury Beach State Reservation
70%
(8)
State park 44mi from Needham · 458 sites
Discover Salisbury Beach State Reservation's coastal charm and outdoor fun.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Mashamoquet Brook State Park
8. Mashamoquet Brook State Park
100%
(2)
State park 48mi from Needham · 53 sites
Like a J.R.R. Tolkien book, Mashamoquet Brook State Park is rich with legend and lore. The most famous tale is of Israel Putnam who, in 1742, crept into a wolf den and shot a wolf that had preyed upon local farm animals for years. That very same wolf den can still be visited in the park today, where you can craft your own tale of heroism.After you’ve saved the day, there’s still lots of the park to explore. The name Mashamoquet is Indian for “stream of good fishing,” so it’s no surprise the catches here are fat and frequent. Pull up a lawn chair by the water and enjoy a relaxing afternoon. When night falls, warm fires from the campground beckon. When day breaks, it’s time for a whole new adventure.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Lake Dennison Recreation Area
9. Lake Dennison Recreation Area
83%
(3)
State park 50mi from Needham · 147 sites
Discover the natural allure of Lake Dennison Recreation Area.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
98% (388) • 1,002 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Needham
Rosy Goat Farm
1. Rosy Goat Farm
99%
(231)
49mi from Needham · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
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?!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$62
/ night
Beaver Creek Farm
2. Beaver Creek Farm
44mi from Needham · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
✨ 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.
Pets
Potable water
from
$75
/ night
Wompatuck State Park
3. Wompatuck State Park
79%
(7)
State park 21mi from Needham · 248 sites
Discover Wompatuck State Park's natural beauty and outdoor adventures.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
George Washington State Park
4. George Washington State Park
100%
(1)
State park 36mi from Needham · 50 sites
Discover George Washington State Park's natural splendor and outdoor fun.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Willard Brook State Forest
5. Willard Brook State Forest
State forest 38mi from Needham · 19 sites
Discover the natural allure of Willard Brook State Forest.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
West Thompson Lake
6. West Thompson Lake
Park 41mi from Needham · 24 sites
Famous bass and trout fishing and winter snowmobiling?! West Thompson Lake is classic Connecticut, with lots to do and real seasons that affect when you can do it. In addition to summertime anglin' and wintertime snow blasting, there's seasonal hunting and epic autumnal leaf displays. Once you're out here you'll have a hard time believing you're within two hours of Boston, Providence, and Hartford. You'd better believe there's hiking, boating, and camping of every type so the whole family can experience nature in the northeast within an easy drive of the city.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Salisbury Beach State Reservation
7. Salisbury Beach State Reservation
70%
(8)
State park 44mi from Needham · 458 sites
Discover Salisbury Beach State Reservation's coastal charm and outdoor fun.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Mashamoquet Brook State Park
8. Mashamoquet Brook State Park
100%
(2)
State park 48mi from Needham · 53 sites
Like a J.R.R. Tolkien book, Mashamoquet Brook State Park is rich with legend and lore. The most famous tale is of Israel Putnam who, in 1742, crept into a wolf den and shot a wolf that had preyed upon local farm animals for years. That very same wolf den can still be visited in the park today, where you can craft your own tale of heroism.After you’ve saved the day, there’s still lots of the park to explore. The name Mashamoquet is Indian for “stream of good fishing,” so it’s no surprise the catches here are fat and frequent. Pull up a lawn chair by the water and enjoy a relaxing afternoon. When night falls, warm fires from the campground beckon. When day breaks, it’s time for a whole new adventure.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Lake Dennison Recreation Area
9. Lake Dennison Recreation Area
83%
(3)
State park 50mi from Needham · 147 sites
Discover the natural allure of Lake Dennison Recreation Area.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Jeffrey
October 2025
18 ft travel trailer
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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joseph
October 2025
Tent
With pets
We had a great time at Trisha's farm. She is a great host.
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Travis
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
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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Hannah
September 2025
Tent
With pets
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
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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Katie
September 2025
Tent
With pets
We had a wonderful time at Find Your Muse / Rosy Goat Farm. Trisha and Bill were super kind and welcoming and their farm is so lovely. We very much enjoyed the very soft grass at the tent site, the gorgeous wildflower fields with mowed walking paths and a tour of the farm. It’s a truly idyllic spot and a beautiful experience. The location is also really great and a perfect spot for an early fall retreat. The site is clean and well maintained and has everything you’d need including a very clean wooden outhouse, firewood to purchase, a picnic table and nice fire pit.
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Caitlin
September 2025
Tent
With kids
A beautiful site with lots of room. Well maintained and exactly as described. Family friendly (we had a 3 year old and two 7 year olds)!!
There were two mulched leveled spots for tents near the fire pit and picnic table as well as a few possible tent spots at the far end at the top of a slant. The outhouse was nicely built and clean. Recommend bringing something to carry water from the hydrant in (it’s just down the drive). We had a great time!
Trisha and Bill were warm host who were happy to make sure we had what we needed. We went on the farm tour and the kids got to help collect eggs. The goats Nutmeg and Bambi were friendly and cute. They sometimes came to visit the edge of the campsite to eat the invasive bushes and get pets. Our whole group agreed that we’d come back again!
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Alex
September 2025
16 ft campervan
We were running behind due to some extremely heavy traffic and didn’t arrive until after dark. Trisha was incredibly communicative and accommodating. We woke up to sheep and goats grazing peacefully, and a little duckling family was exploring around our tent. It was an absolutely magical experience. If we ever find ourselves in the Northeast, we will definitely make it a point to stay there again. Thank you!!!
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Jonah
August 2025
Tent
Couldn’t say nicer things! Amazing site, fun goats, great host.
Don’t miss out!
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Alejandro
August 2025
Tent
With kids
I loved camping on Trisha’s land. The kids loved the farm animals!
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Kaylah
July 2025
Tent
With kids
This was my second time here and I absolutely adore this place!!! Beautiful location, very clean and comfy outhouse, friendly animals, and very great hosts. I plan on visiting every year!
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Francesca
July 2025
Tent
We loved staying on Trisha’s land and had an amazing weekend! Find Your Muse has everything you need, including the best bathroom setup we’ve had at a campsite. The location is great and Trisha’s recommendations were super helpful. 10/10 experience!!!
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Keith
June 2025
15 ft campervan
Perfect! Trisha was fast to respond and everything was organized and ready. Our spot had nice privacy and level ground to set up. Picnic table, fire pit, little trail lights to outhouse...what else could you want?!? We had a great stay. We biked into town and had a nice breakfast at the diner.
Thanks!
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Trenton
June 2025
Tent
With kids
Rosy Goat was exactly what we needed, exactly when we needed it. Trisha’s place is a warm, soft space to land to get away from it all. It was our little one’s first camping trip and the gorgeous property, bustling farm, bevy of animals, and manicured camping area were perfect to introduce her to the world of nature. The camping area has a wonderful, natural lawn (or the perfectly flat wood chip beds) to house your tent; large beautiful trees to shade the area; a high-quality outhouse for when nature calls; and the most wonderful daily alarm of birdsong and bleating to start your days. We enjoyed a lovely rain on our last morning, and although the hosts don’t control the weather, the site they curated is an amazing backdrop for a rainy morning. We ate Rosy Goat eggs in the morning and took the farm tour to see how the chickens who lay them are managed—recommend. We enjoyed ice cream and the nearby farmer’s market, as well as walks on the property and even a swim down in one of the nearby rivers. 5/5 stars. Will be back!
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Trish
June 2025
18 ft campervan
Trish was very friendly and welcoming. She responded quickly to texts and welcomed us when we arrived. The goats were a hoot! The geese were not as happy to see us but they learned to tolerate us after a while. Great place to enjoy animals.
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Kristen
May 2025
Tent
Trisha was incredibly responsive and kind. The goats were friendly and so cute!! I’ll definitely be coming back!
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Kartik
May 2025
18 ft pop-up camper
I loved camping at Trisha’s land! It’s got an incredibly refreshing vibe - farm animals and super neat night sky too. You’ll be greeted by ducks, hens, cats, dogs, goats! Trisha is super helpful too incase you need help.
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