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Camping for wildlife watching and birding in Massachusetts

9 camps in Massachusetts that list wildlife watching and birding or mention it in their description. 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 81°F and lows near 62°F.

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9camps for wildlife watching and birding
0free or dispersed
9reservable
May–Sepbest months

Best areas for wildlife watching and birding

  1. Around East Harwich4 camps for wildlife watching and birding within 25 miles
  2. Around Worcester3 camps for wildlife watching and birding within 25 miles

Questions

How many campgrounds in Massachusetts are good for wildlife watching and birding?

9 camps that list wildlife watching and birding or mention it in their description; 0 of them are free.

When is the best time to go?

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 81°F and lows near 62°F.

What else can you do there?

Of these camps, 100% also offer fishing, 100% also offer hiking, 100% also offer biking.

See them on the map

Every camp, with a 3D fly-over, weather, cell signal and the drive.

Open wildlife & birding in Massachusetts

This week's picks

A different handful each week.

  • Indian HollowFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    With abundant wildlife, lush scenery and waterfront views, Indian Hollow Group Campground, located at the Knightville Dam and Reservoir, offers groups and clubs a recreational oasis.

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  • West Hill ParkFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    On a quiet back road and across an old fieldstone bridge lies West Hill Park, where the West River widens to form a large, natural pool.

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  • Tully Lake Recreation Area (Ma)Federal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers invites you to come relax at Tully Lake. There are a variety of outdoor recreation activities for you and you family. Although the dam was built primarily…

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  • Westville Recreation AreaFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    Westville Lake is situated on the Quinebaug River in the towns of Southbridge and Sturbridge, Massachusetts. Westville offers a variety of hiking opportunities, group picnic shelters, a…

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  • Sunrise HouseFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    Situated on a bluff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, you will delight in watching the sunrise each morning as you enjoy your breakfast. The Sunrise House is a four-bedroom, one and one-half…

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  • Bay View HouseFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    Overlooking Cape Cod Bay, there is no better place on Cape Cod to watch a sunset. While located only a few miles from Wellfleet town center, when sitting on the deck enjoying the company of…

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  • Le Count Beach HouseFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    Nestled among the pine trees in the middle of Cape Cod National Seashore, the Le Count Beach House is the perfect spot for your family vacation. Located in Wellfleet, this recently…

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  • Buffumville Lake (Group Shelter)Federal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    In 1958 the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers built Buffumville Dam in Charlton, Massachusetts to provide flood risk management for downstream communities. Flood waters due to large amounts of…

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Nearby states for wildlife watching and birding

Massachusetts has only a few camps for wildlife watching and birding; these neighbors have more.