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West Thompson Lake Campground

Warning

General

The West Thompson Lake Campground is not currently accepting reservations for the 2026 season due to extensive maintenance repairs.  We apologize for the inconvenience.  We will post updates as soon as they become available.

West Thompson Lake Campground
Restroom
gatehouse bird
West Thompson Lake Campground
Registration building

Featured amenities

Playground

About West Thompson Lake Campground

West Thompson Lake Campground is located near the wooded shoreline of its namesake lake in northeastern Connecticut. The natural setting surrounding West Thompson Lake can be enjoyed year round. Visitors come to the lake for camping, fishing, boating, kayaking and hiking.

Number of accommodations: 24

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 15 to Sep 12

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Playground
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

24 Sites Available

Site
Price
01, Loop: A
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
02, Loop: A
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
03, Loop: A
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
04, Loop: A
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
05, Loop: A
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
06, Loop: A
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
07, Loop: A
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
08, Loop: A
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
09, Loop: A
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
10, Loop: A
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
11, Loop: A
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
12, Loop: A
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
13, Loop: A
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
14, Loop: A
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
15, Loop: A
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
16, Loop: A
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
17, Loop: A
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
18, Loop: A
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
19, Loop: A
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
20, Loop: A
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
21, Loop: A
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
22, Loop: A
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
S1, Loop: A
6 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
S2, Loop: A
6 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (174)

What Guests Are Saying

West Thompson Lake Campground is a well-maintained and clean facility known for its spacious, private sites and friendly hosts. Guests appreciate the quiet atmosphere, excellent hiking trails, and nearby kayaking opportunities, making it ideal for both quick getaways and longer stays. While some reviews mention issues with the shower temperature and limited bathhouse facilities, the overall experience is positive, with many guests eager to return.

Review Summary

4.7
174 reviews
5
78.7%
137
4
16.7%
29
3
2.3%
4
2
0.6%
1
1
1.7%
3

Laurie G

Verified

August 20, 2025 Stayed at: S2, Loop: A

4

Clean, safe and comfortable. Flush toilets close by and showers. Water went ice cold in shower after about 2 min but that may be a plumbing issue as I shut the water off and soaped up then turned it back on to rinse. Started to warm up again after about 20 seconds but very wary of inconsistent shower temps. Staff was pleasant, wood available for credit card purchase. A little inconvenient that the gate closes at 9P and you have to “hike in” to your site of caught out too late. But all in all a pleasant experience. Will list this campground under my favorites.

Geneva G

Verified

August 20, 2025 Stayed at: 14, Loop: A

5

Simple and safe campground. The staff was friendly and helpful. Would recommend to anyone!

Cameron J

Verified

August 18, 2025 Stayed at: 02, Loop: A

5

West Thompson Lake Campground is a little hidden treasure! I live nearby, and have biked by this place a million times. We really wanted to go camping on a whim last second, and were able to get a site for two nights. The campground is very well kept and clean. There is nice separation between sites and between sites and bathrooms. The site we had featured a nice large pad that I could get my pickup bed rig into with no issues at all. The staff was super friendly and had some events going on over the weekend. The wood was also great burning wood and was cheap compared to what I have been seeing lately. I will certainly be staying here again sometime!

Brian O

Verified

August 17, 2025 Stayed at: 15, Loop: A

5

Perfect place for a quick getaway or even a long stay. Geat hiking trails and West Thompson Lake make this a definite win for anyone wanting great views.

David M

Verified

August 14, 2025 Stayed at: 11, Loop: A

5

Nice small campground with large, spacious partially/fully shaded sites. Hosts John & Deb and park rangers were wonderful. The lake itself offers great paddling opportunities and the hiking trails were phenomenal - well-shaded mostly with some open grasslands - could go distances with different trails.

Robert B

Verified

August 14, 2025 Stayed at: 03, Loop: A

5

It’s an awesome place, it’s quiet, clean and the trails around the lake are well maintained. My wife and love really enjoy our time there. We just wish it would stay open through Columbus Day.

Doug N

Verified

August 13, 2025 Stayed at: 05, Loop: A

4

This is a lovely, well kept campground. The hosts are friendly and hard working, they even rake the sites between stays!
The only issue that keeps this from being a 5 star review is the bathhouse. They are kept very clean, but there is only one shower per gender, and the water temperature fluctuates wildly. I understand that this is a 40 year old hot water system and desperately needs an upgrade.

Hansel G

Verified

August 10, 2025 Stayed at: 17, Loop: A

5

The campground very well taken care of, very clean. So many activities to do near by my only disappointment was the fishing on the lake, I was there for a few hour and didn’t catch anything but still had a relaxing time. There’s also a playground for the kids. The bathrooms are so clean I was shocked so far the cleanest bathrooms of any campsite I’ve gone to.

Mike O

Verified

August 7, 2025 Stayed at: 08, Loop: A

5

Great campground
Grounds real clean
Nice and quiet
Staff checks the areas
Great visit
Thanks

Ronald H

Verified

August 6, 2025 Stayed at: 11, Loop: A

5

The campground sites are very nice. Bath house water is great in the shower until someone else turns on the shower ( broken relay ?). The only BIG ISSUE IS LOCKING THE GATE AT 9 pm. We walked the hill up to our site, I thought my husband would have a heart attack. Why does it need to be locked for entry it's a peaceful safe area. !!

Location West Thompson Lake Campground

Address:
400 Reardon Rd
N. Grosvenordale, CT, 06255-9801
United States

Highway access

West Thompson Lake Campground is accessible via I-395, with Exit 50 leading to CT Route 200. CT Route 200 connects to CT Route 193 and subsequently Route 12, providing access to the campground.

Latitude & Longitude: 41.9556 / -71.8991

Elevation: 125 feet

Policies & Rules

General

  • Entrance gate is closed.
  • Alcohol is prohibited
  • All campers are required to follow CDC's guidelines regarding COVID-19: Maintain a distance of 6 feet. Wash & sanitize hands regularly. Stay home if you are or have recently been ill or exposed to the COVID-19 virus.
  • There is a 14 day maximum stay within a 30 day period
  • Cash is not accepted. Credit card transactions only.
  • Walk-ins are not currently allowed
  • Swimming is not allowed at this lake. Swimming opportunities are available at a nearby state park. There are no waterfront sites.
  • Speed limit on the lake is 5 mph

Warnings & Advisories

Warning

General

The West Thompson Lake Campground is not currently accepting reservations for the 2026 season due to extensive maintenance repairs.  We apologize for the inconvenience.  We will post updates as soon as they become available.

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Last updated: June 3, 2026

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