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Camping in Connecticut

172 places to camp in Connecticut: 4 national forest and federal campgrounds, 4 free dispersed and primitive spots, 164 private campgrounds and RV parks. The best camping months are May–Sep, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 82°F and lows near 61°F.

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172places to camp
6free or dispersed
May–Sepbest months
100%with cell signal at camp

Best areas to camp

  1. Around Norwich85 camps in the area within 25 miles
  2. Around Torrington67 camps in the area within 25 miles

Questions

When is the best time to camp in Connecticut?

The best camping months are May–Sep, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 82°F and lows near 61°F.

Is there free camping in Connecticut?

Yes: 6 free or dispersed spots, mostly on national forest and BLM land.

Will I have cell signal camping in Connecticut?

At about 100% of camps, at least one carrier has 4G or better (FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous). Plan for no signal on trails.

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This week's picks

A different handful each week. Tap a camp to see it from above, check the weather and plan the drive.

  • Stafford Wood West CampgroundOther / private · First come, first served · Cell signal

    Private, Open To Public With Fee

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  • Mystic KOA HolidayOther / private · First come, first served · Cell signal

    Private, Open To Public With Fee

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  • Odetah Camping ResortOther / private · First come, first served · Cell signal

    Private, Open To Public With Fee

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  • Amos Lake CampgroundOther / private · First come, first served · Cell signal

    Private, Open To Public With Fee

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  • YMCA Camp SloperOther / private · First come, first served · Cell signal

    Private, Members Or Owners Only

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  • Long Rivers Council (Boy Scouts Of America)Other / private · First come, first served · Cell signal

    Private, Members Or Owners Only

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  • Del-Aire CompgroundOther / private · First come, first served · Cell signal

    Private, Open To Public With Fee

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  • Mineral Springs CampgroundOther / private · First come, first served · Cell signal

    Private, Open To Public With Fee

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Free camping in Connecticut

6 spots cost nothing: dispersed sites on national forest and BLM land and free campgrounds. Most have no water or toilets, and stays are usually limited to 14 days.

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