The best river, stream, or creek RV campgrounds near Salem, Massachusetts

Looking for an RV camping experience by the river near Salem, Massachusetts? Hipcamp's got you covered with over 700 options to choose from. From Sacred Nectar Sanctuary (578 reviews) to Maple Ridge Farm (203 reviews) to Eagles Aerie Sugar Shack & Tenting (190 reviews), you'll find a variety of top-rated campsites with activities like wildlife watching, historic sites, and paddling. Plus, popular amenities like potable water, pet-friendly sites, and toilets. Prices start at just $13 per night, with an average of $50 per night.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for an RV camping experience by the river near Salem, Massachusetts? Hipcamp's got you covered with over 700 options to choose from. From Sacred Nectar Sanctuary (578 reviews) to Maple Ridge Farm (203 reviews) to Eagles Aerie Sugar Shack & Tenting (190 reviews), you'll find a variety of top-rated campsites with activities like wildlife watching, historic sites, and paddling. Plus, popular amenities like potable water, pet-friendly sites, and toilets. Prices start at just $13 per night, with an average of $50 per night.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Camp in the woods

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37mi from Salem · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Fremont, NH

Grandfather once lived on the property of a popular local restaurant owner original well and foundation still on site right on conservation trails with plenty of hiking biking and wildlifeLearn more about this land:3 acres private with hundreds of acres of hiking or biking abutting conservation land and 20 minutes from Hampton beach located 5 min from rt 101 and 125 new England dragway is 10 minutes away entrance can be muddy no low car access you need to walk in 500' or have AWD small building on property for fall hunting

2. Riverside Camp at Brandmoore

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50mi from Salem · 1 site · Tent, RV · Rollinsford, NH

This is a very historic area with the Salmon Falls River being big enough for gundalows to travel to bring goods upriver in the 19th century. Story has it that cows were brought to New England on this land!Learn more about this land:Set up your tent in a flat, grassy area near the Salmon Falls River. In the barnyard of our dairy farm while being very peaceful and clean. You may hear the cows in the morning!There is a covered 'sawmill building' with a picnic table for you to enjoy.

3. Beaver Creek Farm

24mi from Salem · 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.

Public campgrounds near Salem

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Wompatuck Campground

20mi from Salem · 248 sites · Tents, RVs · in Wompatuck State Park

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Salisbury Beach Campground

23mi from Salem · 458 sites · Tents, RVs · in Salisbury Beach State Reservation

Willard Brook Campground

46mi from Salem · 19 sites · Tents, RVs · in Willard Brook State Forest

Stories from the community

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Steven

July 2025

31 ft pop-up camper

2 nights at Riverside Camp at Brandmoore

Great spot to camp on a large lawn by the Salmon River!

Dean

July 2025

19 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Riverside Camp at Brandmoore

Loved our stay here! Campsite and bathroom were exactly as described. A peaceful serene setting, friendly hosts.

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Brian

July 2025

16 ft car

2 nights at Riverside Camp at Brandmoore

My fiance and I had a calm, comfortable, and enjoyable time camping by the river at Brandmoore. The site and structures were well maintained, the facilities appreciated, and not to mention the idyllic farm store. And having the cows and chickens as our neighbors was the icing on the cake of a very wonderful outing

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Abigail

May 2025

Tent

1 night at Riverside Camp at Brandmoore

The hosts were lovely and so helpful. The campsite was beautiful and we loved seeing the chickens and cows. Would definitely stay here again!