Totoket Valley RV Park
North Branford, CT · 4.6 mi from East Haven
4.2 (5 reviews)
Top Campgrounds near East Haven
126 campgrounds
69 available sites
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4.2
Camp Cedarcrest
Orange, CT · 8.6 mi from East Haven
5.0 (5 reviews)
Riverdale Farm Campsites
Clinton, CT · 15 mi from East Haven
4.2 (5 reviews)
Little City Campground
Higganum, CT · 18.4 mi from East Haven
3.4 (5 reviews)
Season starts on May 22, 2027
Closed for Season
Hop Brook Lake Recreation Area
Middlebury, CT · 19.3 mi from East Haven
4.9 (31 reviews)
Hop Brook Lake Recreation Area spans 536 acres across Middlebury, Naugatuck, and Waterbury, Connecticut, offering a retreat from suburban growth. It features diverse recreational activities such as picnicking, hiking, mountain biking, canoeing, sw...
- Potable Water
- Beach Access
- Pet friendly
- Lake Access
Sticks and Stones Farm
Newtown, CT · 22.5 mi from East Haven
3.4 (5 reviews)
Lake Compounce Campground
Bristol, CT · 25.5 mi from East Haven
3.8 (5 reviews)
Lake Compounce
Bristol, CT · 25.6 mi from East Haven
4.0 (5 reviews)
Postcard Cabins Machimoodus
Moodus, CT · 25.6 mi from East Haven
3.8 (5 reviews)
- View
- Fire Pit
- Hot Water
- Bedrooms
Wolf’s Den Family Campground
East Haddam, CT · 25.8 mi from East Haven
2.8 (5 reviews)
Lakeside Trailer Park, Inc.
Argyle, NY · 26.1 mi from East Haven
Gentile’s Campground
Plymouth, CT · 26.2 mi from East Haven
Cliff and Ed's Campground
Cutchogue, NY · 26.9 mi from East Haven
4.2 (5 reviews)
Cliff & Ed’s Campground
Cutchogue, NY · 26.9 mi from East Haven
4.2 (5 reviews)
Grandview Campresort & Cottages
Moodus, CT · 27 mi from East Haven
Grandview Camping & Cottages
East Haddam, CT · 27.1 mi from East Haven
2.6 (5 reviews)
Branch Brook Campground
Thomaston, CT · 28.5 mi from East Haven
3.2 (5 reviews)
Markham Meadows Campground
East Hampton, CT · 28.6 mi from East Haven
4.2 (5 reviews)
Nelson’s Family Campground
East Hampton, CT · 29.5 mi from East Haven
3.6 (5 reviews)
Season starts on May 16, 2027
Closed for Season
Northfield Brook Lake Group Shelters
Thomaston, CT · 30.7 mi from East Haven
4.4 (13 reviews)
Northfield Brook Lake Group Shelters are situated by a scenic lake in the Naugatuck Valley of west-central Connecticut. This area features charming small towns, rolling hills, and a focus on public recreation. Visitors enjoy activities like hiking...
- Pet friendly
Explore East Haven, CT
Population: 27,806
Nearby city: New Haven, CT
Approx. 4 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 23 ft
Best Season: Summer
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Explore East Haven, CT
Population: 27,806
Nearby city: New Haven, CT
Approx. 4 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 23 ft
Best Season: Summer
About East Haven, Connecticut
East Haven sits on Connecticut’s Long Island Sound, a handy base for shoreline camping trips near New Haven. Spend days exploring tidal coves and beaches, then head to nearby parks like Farm River State Park for salt-marsh views, birding, and kayak-friendly water, or stretch your legs on segments of the Shoreline Greenway Trail. Inland, forested hills and traprock ridges around New Haven offer short hikes with big views.
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East Haven has 126 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Camp Cedarcrest is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
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Most destinations offer a variety of accommodations including tent sites, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Check individual property listings for specific amenities and site types.
The best time to visit depends on your preferences and planned activities. Spring and fall typically offer mild weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak season with the warmest temperatures. Winter visits can be great for those seeking solitude and winter activities.