95% (112) • 6 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds in Rhode Island
Milk Thistle Farm
1. Milk Thistle Farm
95%
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Greene, RI · 2 sites
With the original home built in 1785, Milk Thistle farm is on the historic register and is comprised of the main house and 5 acres of land. It is run as a small non-profit animal sanctuary and is home to rescued chickens, goats, and pigs, as well as two humans and their dog and cat companions. The main property is fenced in and is closed off to visitors. We have two sites; the orchard to explore that can also double as hammock camping, as well as a small wooded nook. Both are next to the goat pen. There is parking for cars and bikes. We try to minimize our impact on the environment as much as possible, and encourage our guests to compost, recycle, and dispose of waste accordingly. Please note we have dogs, including a Livestock Guardian Dog that does bark to alert us of new people and warn off would be predators. Check us out on instagram @milk_thistle_farm
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Hilltop Tree Farm by Sakonnet River
2. Hilltop Tree Farm by Sakonnet River
95%
(11)
Tiverton, RI · 2 sites
⭐ Hilltop Tree Farm – Coastal Rhode Island Farm Stay & Agri‑Education Campsite
Stone Bridge, Tiverton, RI — Near the Sakonnet River
Welcome to Hilltop Tree Farm, a peaceful coastal farm stay set among Fraser Fir and White Spruce trees in Tiverton’s historic Stone Bridge neighborhood. Just a short walk from the Sakonnet River, our property offers quiet forest paths, breezy coastal air, and access to 7 acres of trails and wildlife.
This is a private agri‑education farm, and all camping fees are considered donations that support our hands‑on programs in beekeeping, gardening, chicken care, and sustainable agriculture.
🐝 Farm Experiences — Advance Notice Required
Guests may schedule:
Beekeeping demonstrations at our Flow Hive apiary
Chicken care & egg collection
High‑tunnel garden tours (basil propagation, sustainable growing)
Seasonal farm activities
All experiences must be booked in advance.
We cannot offer walk‑up or on‑demand sessions due to weather, hive behavior, and farm operations. Message ahead of arrival to reserve a time. Participation is optional.
🌊 About the Area
Located in the scenic Stone Bridge coastal district, you’re minutes from:
Sakonnet River shoreline access
Fort Barton Tower & trails
Grinnell’s Beach & Pier
Tiverton Four Corners
Local cafés & restaurants: Coastal Roasters, Black Goose Café, Red Dory, Le Moulin Rouge, BoatHouse Waterfront Dining, Duck Pond, and more
A perfect base for exploring coastal Rhode Island, Newport, and the East Bay.
🌲 Campsite Features
Private hillside setting among Christmas trees
Short walk from designated parking
Access to 7 acres of forest and trails
Quiet, shaded, and tucked away from the road
Ideal for tents, hammocks, and minimalist setups
⭐ Host Tips for a Great Stay
Arrive before sunset for easiest trail navigation
Use the Gorilla Cart at parking to move gear
Message ahead to schedule farm experiences
Bring layers — coastal evenings cool down
Respect young trees & marked trails
Quiet hours 10 PM–7 AM support wildlife
Pack in, pack out to preserve the forest
Park only in your designated space
Ask ahead for Gator assistance if needed
⚠️ Safety & Awareness
Working farm with natural terrain, wildlife, bees, and chickens
Children must be supervised
Fires permitted for cooking
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8 Acres Homestead
3. 8 Acres Homestead
88%
(83)
Tiverton, RI · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Enjoy this quaint and tranquil getaway. Close to local beaches, cafes, and shops. Our property is located in the picturesque, New England coastal town of Tiverton, Rhode Island. The property is located on a main road and consists of a family residence, a Christian church, and a small farm that sits high on a hill overlooking the Nanaquaket Pond. Pitch your tent, or park your car/van, in our backyard woodlands just past our house off the main road with rustic walking paths to the Nannaquacket Pond. Take in the natural wildlife such as deer, groundhogs, songbirds, and our free-range chickens when they are out and about. The beauty of the countryside is right around the corner.
Historic Tiverton Four Corners: 4 minutes
South Shore Beach: 20 minutes
Newport: 30 minutes
Providence: 30 minutes
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Hurricane Hill Farm
4. Hurricane Hill Farm
100%
(3)
Cranston, RI · 1 site
We are a 48-acre historic, conservation fiber farm smack in the middle of Rhode Island-in an area that was once all farmland. We are a bit of a holdover-and we take our stewardship role of this farming legacy quite seriously. Despite our glorious natural setting, we are actually very close to all the places people want to visit in RI-including Providence (15 minutes), Newport (30 minutes) beaches (15-40 depending on which one you chose) and a bunch of parks and hiking areas (15-45 minutes max). We are also near Ct and Mass-so a good home base for all kinds of exploring! Stays are limited to three nights.
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Rachel
6 days ago
Tent
With kids
Cute camp site tucked in the woods. Walk along a path that follows pigs and goats to your camp site!!! They had a compost toilet set up and a really nice fire pit. Stayed one night and it was perfect for us!
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Noel
2 weeks ago
Tent
Thanks for laying out fresh water and wood for a fire. Very considerate! Loved the interaction with the goats, chickens and pigs. Thanks for caring for them
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Kailynn
3 weeks ago
Weekend Trip to Hilltop Tree Farm by Sakonnet River
We enjoyed our stay at Hilltop Tree Farm! The hammock, fire pit, and picnic table were great to have available. The tent itself and the bed were comfortable for our 2 night stay. The location is great, right near hiking trails and a local beach. We got to see a beekeeping demonstration from Blake which was a nice way to end our stay. Blake was friendly and communicative, making sure we had everything we would need.
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Freya
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
The space was perfect! Located right next to the goats, it was a treat to watch them walk by in their enclosure. The mossy path leading up to the campsite gave a wonderful first impression. Krystine was very responsive and kind.
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Joanna
April 2026
Tent
Curious goats at the fence in the morning! A simple wooded site with privy, water and a fire pit. Great host Krystine was kind enough to keep the wood dry until the rain stopped!
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Wendy
March 2026
Group trip
We had a great time at Hilltop Tree Farm! Blake made sure we had everything we needed, and we had a fun exploring the camping area and the surrounding town. Seeing the bees was a huge plus, and we would love to stay again when we're in the area!
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Hannah
October 2025
Tent
Cute spot with cute animals! Would stay again. Krystine had freshwater for us with a manual pump and a portable toilet
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Amanda
September 2025
Tent
With kids
We loved tent camping at the stonewall site!! Our hosts were incredibly understanding about a late arrival, and were quick to get back to us regarding any questions we had. The land was absolutely beautiful and we spent hours on the pond paddling around in the canoe, and fishing. The camping site itself was spacious, and yes you can hear some road noise but it absolutely fades away into the background after a short while. 100% will be back, and would reccomend.
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Katie
August 2025
Tent
With kids
We had a great camping trip here! It was our toddler's first trip, and he can't stop talking about how fun it was. He loved visiting the animals and running up and down the trail. Our spot was private and easy to get to. I think if we did it again with him (and our absurdly giant tent) we would go with the Orchard site because it looked a little bigger, but we were very comfortable. Like any piece of woods in New England, it's not a bad thing to have poison ivy wipes with you, especially if you're with a tiny human who loves to disregard the paths. We loved having farm fresh eggs in the morning! We already recommended it to friends.
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Chris
August 2025
Tent
With kids
We had a great time. It was exactly as described in previous reviews. Short, steep hike, a bit of noise from the road, but far enough away to feel in the woods. The highlight was the access to the pond, kayak and canoe. My kids enjoyed paddling around.
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Grace
August 2025
Tent
We stayed here for one night while on a longer road trip. It was a perfect place to stop over and spend a night. The goats were my favorite part. It is a walk in site but they had left out a cart for us to use. We also had our own so it made load in/load out really easy. Very private spot.
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Ari
August 2025
Tent
I loved tent camping on Milk Thistle Farm. Whether you are a seasoned camper or a first-timer , a beautiful place to experience camping.
The site is well maintained, has fresh water and toilet, surrounded by trees.
Seeing happy farm animals around definitely made my stay more enjoyable.
Krystine is a great host. I definitely had my privacy I needed. Highly recommend and can’t wait to return.
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Allegra
August 2025
Weekend Trip to Hurricane Hill Farm
Sweet charming camper on a lovely farm. Centrally located and easy to find.
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Julia
July 2025
Tent
This site was so lovely! The short trail to overlook the pond was my favorite part. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend!
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Bryanna
July 2025
Tent
With pets
Such a cozy and lovely little spot to go camping for the first time! Krystine was super accommodating and it was such a great time. We got the s'mores add on and there was firewood leftover for us to use- we just had to return the favor for the next guests to use. Definitely plan on coming again soon :)
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Tatum
July 2025
Tent
Such a fun spot! Definitely a steep hike down, so pack accordingly. Road is loud but we got used to it. The walk down to the water is beautiful and we loved that we were able to use the canoe!
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Heather
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Hurricane Hill Farm
This place is absolutely beautiful! Quiet. The camper has everything you need and is very comfortable. The location is great with quick access to Providence and Not too far from Newport and many great places. Drake was gracious and very helpful. I loved waking up in the morning to the sheep.
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Karolina
June 2025
Tent
Great site! The hike in is steep as others have said, but only 1-2 minutes. (Might be rough if you have knee issues though.) The lake was beautiful for a sunset swim, and we mostly didn’t notice the car sounds from the roads. We would stay here again for sure.
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Jack
June 2025
Tent
Great little spot to camp, not far from the bike trail! Krystine was a wonderful host, good communicator, and also told me about free firewood that a previous guest had left behind.
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Chloe
June 2025
Tent
Group trip
Absolutely loved at stay! The site was very well kept, had a 5 gallon jug with a dispenser waiting for us when we arrived. Krystine was even kind enough to lend us her ladder for the weekend while we put up tarps to protect us from the rain. The farm animals were super cute and friendly. When asking for wood she had her husband bring it all the way down to our site where he stacked it and made sure we were all taken care of.
The trees offered great shade and the toilet was very close by. I would highly recommend this site to anyone looking to get away and reconnect with nature.
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Where to go
Lincoln Woods State Park
Put Rhode Island’s first state park first on your list of attractions. Not far from Pawtucket, this all-encompassing park lets campers design their own vacation, never far from the views—and beaches—of Olney Pond. Trails abound throughout the park, though how to traverse them is a decision best left to you. Horseback, mountain bikes, and good ol’ hiking boots all do the trick.
Along the Bays
Before you reach the Atlantic, a series of bays bookend eastern Rhode Island. As New England’s largest estuary, Narragansett Bay offers campers access to beaches and trailheads galore. To camp all the closer to the water, take the ferry from Bristol to Prudence Island. Meanwhile, further north, campsites near Goddard Memorial State Park get campers up close and personal with Greenwich Bay.
Down South
No visit to a coastal town is complete with a stop on the coast. Camp along Rhode Island’s southern end, where log cabins and RV campsites pepper the shoreline. Make s’mores around a fire pit at Fishermen’s Memorial State Park before biking to Point Judith Lighthouse. Or, head to Burlingame State Park, where campsites come with tree coverage and views of Watchaug Pond.
When to go
Summer is the best—but busiest—season to experience the full range of Rhode Island’s outdoor activities. Maximize your camping options by planning a warm-weather getaway, when temperatures in Rhode Island hover in the 80s. Come fall, the Atlantic Ocean quickly cools down, so look beyond coastal campsites in the shoulder seasons. Both fall and spring are best suited for hiking and exploring Rhode Island’s close-knit towns, while winter camping is all about cozy A-frames and snow sports.
