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Campgrounds on Cape Cod: Where to Stay and What to Know

I've arranged this guide by region to help you find your perfect camping spot in an area of the Cape that'll give you the vacation experience you're looking for. 

Be sure to check out the FAQs at the end of this article for  seasonality info, booking tips, and things to know before you go!

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Upper Cape Campgrounds: Bourne, Sandwich, Falmouth & Mashpee

The Upper Cape gives you easy access to the bridges, saltwater beaches, all the activities along the Cape Cod Canal, and the quickest (and cheapest!) ferries to Martha’s Vineyard.

This area is also home to plenty of outdoor activities like hiking, cycling, paddling, and fishing, plus a great mix of restaurants, shops, and local attractions.

*FYI: It’s a bit of a haul from here to popular day-trip towns like Chatham and Provincetown, especially in summer traffic. If you plan to cover the whole Cape, staying more centrally might be a better bet.

Want to explore everything the Upper Cape region has to offer? Check out my visitor guides to Bourne, Sandwich, Falmouth, and Mashpee.

Campsites Alongside the Cape Cod Canal

Campgrounds in Bourne, MA

Bourne Scenic Park

Bourne Scenic Park

📍 Address: 370 Scenic Highway, Buzzards Bay, MA
📅 Open: Late March – Late October
🌐 Website: Bourne Scenic Park

Bourne Scenic Park is in a prime location on the banks of the Cape Cod Canal, on the "mainland" in Bourne.  

Bring your tent or RV, or rent one of their rustic cabins. It's your call!

Two pools, a game room, and a packed schedule of seasonal activities and entertainment make Bourne Scenic Park a lively place on its own. And quick access to lots of activities along the Canal add to the fun.

Just keep in mind, you’re right under the Bourne Bridge. So expect some traffic noise from above.

Scusset Beach State Reservation

📍 Address: 20 Scusset Beach Road, Sagamore MA
📅 Open: Mid-April to mid-November (limited off-season camping for self-contained units)
🌐 Website: Scusset Beach State Reservation Camping

Camping at Scusset puts you right at the edge of Cape Cod Bay, with more than a mile of sandy beachfront and direct access to the Canal.

Need to make a grocery run? Market Basket (my go-to supermarket for affordable groceries) is just a quick spin over the Sagamore Bridge. Want to explore more of the Cape? The bridge is right there for easy day tripping.

This state-run campground is mostly geared toward RVs, with a handful of tent sites and a safari field for RV clubs.

Bonus for Massachusetts residents: You’ll pay much less than out-of-staters for a campsite here.

Bay View Campground

📍 Address: 260 MacArthur Blvd. (Rt. 28), Bourne MA
📅 Open: Early May to mid-October
🌐 Website: Bay View Campground

Bay View is a full-service campground on the "Cape side" of Bourne.  

This is a popular spot for families who want amenities like pools, sports courts (including tennis and pickleball), a food truck and ice cream parlor, and live entertainment.

RV and tent sites are available, and there's a dog park for four-legged campers.

Campgrounds in Sandwich

Yurt Camping at Shawme-Crowell State Forest in Sandwich

Shawme-Crowell State Forest

📍 Address: 42 Main Street, Sandwich MA
📅 Open: Early May to late November
🌐 Website: Shawme-Crowell State Forest

Shawme-Crowell Forest has 700+ acres of pine forest with tent and RV sites, plus yurts for those who want a little more shelter than a regular tent offers.

No hookups here—this is a back-to-nature kind of place. You'll have plenty of hiking trails right from your campsite. And you'll only be about 2 miles from Historic Sandwich Village for attractions and great food.

This is basic camping, for sure. But that's its charm (IMHO)!

*FYI: MA residents get a break on the camping fee here, too.

DunRoamin' on Peters Pond

📍 Address: 5 John Ewer Road, Sandwich MA
📅 Open: Mid-April to early October
🌐 Website: DunRoamin' on Peters Pond

Into fishing? DunRoamin’ sits right on Peters Pond, one of Cape Cod’s top freshwater fishing spots. Stocked with trout and bass, it’s a solid place to reel in a big one—or teach the next generation how to catch their own.

But there’s more here than just fishing. Paddle, swim, sail, or just float the day away in the crystal-clear, spring-fed water. There’s a playground for the kids and occasional campfire and s'mores nights when the weather’s right.

RV sites come with full hookups, and cozy cottages put you steps from the sandy beach.

If low-key, pond-side is your style, DunRoamin' could be a good fit for you.

Sun Retreats Peters Pond

📍 Address: 185 Cotuit Road, Sandwich MA
📅 Open: Late April through October
🌐 Website: Sun Retreats Peters Pond

Want a bit more action around the pond? Check out Sun Retreats Peters Pond.

This place leans all-in on activities, with water inflatables, sports courts, ballfields, a zero-entry pool with a water slide, and live entertainment. There’s even GaGa Ball (ask your kids, they’ll explain).

Prefer a slower pace? Hit the sandy freshwater beach, rent a boat, or try some catch-and-release fishing.

RV and tent sites are available, along with cottages for those who like the “camping” part but not the “tent” part.

Campgrounds in Falmouth MA

AutoCamp Cape Cod Airstream
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AutoCamp Cape Cod

📍 Address: 836 Palmer Ave., Falmouth MA
📅 Open: Nearly year round
🌐 Website: AutoCamp Cape Cod

Camping? Sort of. AutoCamp Cape Cod is more like a "glamp-ground" in the woods overlooking Buzzards Bay.

Think: tricked-out Airstreams, safari-style tents, and sleek cabins instead of your usual tent-and-RV setup. Each site comes with a fire pit and outdoor seating, and the mid-century modern clubhouse has a lounge, small general store, and complimentary bikes for cruising the Shining Sea Bikeway.

Sun Retreats Cape Cod

📍 Address: 130 Thomas B. Landers Road, East Falmouth MA
📅 Open: Late April through October
🌐 Website: Sun Retreats Cape Cod

Sun Retreats Cape Cod has plenty of resort-style amenities to keep everyone in the family happily entertained.

Two pools (one for adults only), a sandy beach on Round Pond, mini golf, volleyball, basketball, and even a dog park for the four-legged campers.

Prefer a more laid-back day? Try some catch-and-release fishing, or hit the rec center to shoot some pool.

RV and tent sites are available, along with vacation rentals if you're not into the whole “roughing it” thing.

Campgrounds in Mashpee

Johns Pond RV Park

📍 Address: 32 Back Road, Mashpee MA
📅 Open: April to October
🌐 Website: John's Pond Village RV Park

Looking for a place to camp for the full season? Consider John's Pond.

The set-up here is simple: full-hookup RV sites, restrooms, showers, and laundry.

The real perk? Direct access to a 250-acre freshwater lake that's perfect for fishing, paddling, or just hanging out on the private beach.

If you want to park it here from spring to fall, reserve early to secure your spot!

Mid-Cape Campgrounds: Dennis Port & South Dennis

The Mid-Cape is the heart of the action on Cape Cod.

This area is packed with ol' fashioned summertime fun. Mini-golf and bumper cars. Ice cream stands and souvenir shops. Whale watching and pirate adventures. Bike trails that go on forever. And beaches galore!

Dennis is the only Mid-Cape town with campgrounds. But you'll find more than enough to keep you busy in Dennis and across the entire region.

Get the scoop in my guides to Barnstable, Hyannis, Yarmouth, and Dennis.

Welcome Center at Sun Retreats Dennis Port

Campgrounds in Dennis

Sun Retreats Dennis Port

📍 Address: 184 Old Wharf Road, Dennis Port MA
📅 Open: Late April through October
🌐 Website: Sun Retreats Dennis Port

Sun Retreats Dennis Port is the only campground on Cape Cod with its own, private saltwater beach on Nantucket Sound. 

Full-hookup RV sites come with cable and Wi-Fi. And if you’re not rolling in with your own rig, they’ve got beach houses and two-bedroom cottages for rent, too.

Other features at Sun Retreats Dennis Port include a playground area for the kids, a basketball court, mini-golf and bocce, and planned activities. The on-site snack bar serves breakfast, lunch, and the must-have summer treat: ice cream!

Old Chatham Road RV Campground

📍 Address: 310 Old Chatham Road, South Dennis MA
📅 Open: May through October
🌐 Website: Old Chatham Road RV Campground

Old Chatham Road isn’t a fancy-schmancy campground, and it doesn’t try to be. What it does offer: full-hookup RV sites, a swimming pool, sports courts, a playground, and just enough basics to keep things comfortable.

One thing to know before you book: getting to the campsites means driving through a long-established mobile home neighborhood, which surprises some first-time visitors. But if you’re looking for a convenient Mid-Cape location and don’t need extra frills, Old Chatham Road RV Campground might work out nicley for you.

Lower Cape Campgrounds: Brewster

If your preferences lean toward somewhere a little quieter than the Mid-Cape region, the Lower Cape could be your perfect choice.

This region is home to scenic harbors, freshwater kettle ponds, and some of Cape Cod’s best hiking and biking trails. You’ll also find seal spotting tours, antique shops, museums and historic sites worth exploring. And if you're up for an island day trip, the seasonal Freedom Ferry service to Nantucket makes it easy.

Oh, and the sunsets? They’re next-level!

Brewster is the only Lower Cape town with campgrounds, but chances are you’ll be exploring the entire region.

Get the inside scoop in my guides to Harwich, Brewster, and Orleans.

Campgrounds in Brewster

Sweetwater Forest

📍 Address:  676 Harwich Road (Rt. 124), Brewster MA
📅 Open: April through October
🌐 Website:  Sweetwater Forest Campground

Camping here isn’t fancy, but that’s the point.

Family-run since 1958, Sweetwater Forest Campground is all about woodsy, old-school Cape Cod camping.

With 250 sites tucked into 80 acres of forest, there’s space for tents, RVs, and even a few rental cabins. Got a dog? There’s a kennel. Need a break? The rec lodge and camp store have the basics covered.

If you’re into freshwater fishing or canoeing, Griffiths Pond is right there. (Sorry, no swimming in the pond!) And Brewster's beautiful Cape Cod Bay beaches are just a short drive away.

Shady Knoll Campground

📍 Address: 1709 Main Street, Brewster MA
📅 Open: Mid- May to mid-October
🌐 Website: Shady Knoll Campground

Shady Knoll is exactly what the name suggests: a classic Cape Cod campground tucked under a canopy of trees.

It’s got that old-school camping feel but with some modern perks: cable TV on most sites, Wi-Fi, and free hot showers.  There’s also a playground for the kids, a game room, a lodge with camp store for the basics, and laundry facilities.

Set up your tent, pop-up, or RV, and enjoy the quiet, just a mile from Cape Cod Bay.

Nickerson State Park

📍 Address: 3488 Main Street, Brewster MA
📅 Open: Mid-April to mid-October
🌐 Website: Nickerson State Park Camping

Nickerson State Park isn’t just big. It’s huge!

Sprawling across 1,900 acres, it’s the largest campground on Cape Cod, with more than 400 sites accommodating RVers, tenters, and yurt lovers.

This is rustic camping, Cape Cod-style. No hookups, just fresh air, nice-sized campsites, and tons of room to roam.

Nickerson’s eight kettle ponds aren’t just for scenery. They're also prime spots for kayaking, fishing, and swimming.

Relaxing by Flax Pond at Nickerson State Park

And if you’re up for a bicycle ride, the park’s trail network connects directly to the Cape Cod Rail Trail, so you can pedal your way to west Yarmouth, or all the way out to National Seashore.

Campsite and yurt reservations fill up fast. So if Nickerson’s on your radar, book early.

Outer Cape Campgrounds: Eastham, Wellfleet, Truro & Provincetown

The Outer Cape is where everything stretches out. Spectacular dunes and bluffs, beaches that seem to go on forever, and a whole lot of open sky. It’s Cape Cod at its most "untamed", and that's exactly why people love it.

But there’s more to this region than just rugged beauty. You’ll also find pretty harbors, quirky little shops, historic lighthouses to explore, and two walkable downtowns where you can grab a bite, browse, and soak in the vibe between beach days.

Wherever you camp, don’t just stay put. Get out and explore the Outer Cape!

Get the lay of the land in my guides to Eastham, Wellfleet, Truro, and Provincetown.

Campgrounds in Eastham

Atlantic Oaks

📍 Address: 2700 Rt. 6, Eastham MA
📅 Open: May through October
🌐 Website: Atlantic Oaks

Set right off Route 6, Atlantic Oaks offers full-hookup RV sites, tent camping, and access to the Cape Cod Rail Trail.

It has all the essentials—clean restrooms, hot showers, laundry, and a camp store for the basics.

No fancy stuff here, just a solid home base for hitting the beach, hopping on your bike, and exploring the Outer Cape.

Simple, convenient, and a great location at the Gateway to the Cape Cod National Seashore area.

Campgrounds in Wellfleet

Wellfleet Hollow State Campground

📍 Address: 180 Old Kings Highway, South Wellfleet MA
📅 Open: Late May to early September
🌐 Website: ReserveAmerica

Wellfleet Hollow caters mostly to tent campers. A few sites are suitable for small pop-ups, teardrops, mini-trailers, and truck campers. But no generators are allowed. So it's just you and your fellow outdoors-lovers, settled into a quiet spot near the Cape Cod Rail Trail.

Restrooms, showers, and a dish washing station cover the basics, but otherwise, this is back-to-nature camping best enjoyed with a sky full of stars.

Maurice's Campground

📍 Address: 80 Route 6, Wellfleet MA
📅 Open: Late May to mid-October
🌐 Website: Maurice's Campground

A longtime Outer Cape favorite, Maurice’s puts you close to some of the best National Seashore beaches and right on the Cape Cod Rail Trail bike path—perfect for exploring without a car.

This spot has tent, trailer, and RV sites, plus cabins and cottages for rent if you’d rather ditch the setup.

On-site, you’ll find a playground, basketball court, horseshoes, and shuffleboard—a little something for both kids and grown-ups looking for some friendly competition.

Campgrounds in Truro

Adventure Bound Cape Cod

📍 Address: 46 Highland Road, North Truro MA
📅 Open: April - October
🌐 Website: Adventure Bound

This Outer Cape camping area has a little bit of everything.
Whether you're bringing a big rig, booking a vacation rental, or going for the rent-a-tent experience (already set up and waiting for you), Adventure Bound has you covered.

Amenities include showers, a camp store, a play area for the kids and a "bark park" for the pups. But the real draw is the location.

Walk or bike to the Atlantic beaches and Highland Lighthouse, or hop the seasonal shuttle into Provincetown for all the food and fun you could want—without the parking hassle.

North of Highland Campgrounds

📍 Address: 52 Head of the Meadow Road, North Truro MA
📅 Open: May - September
🌐 Website: North of Highland

Want a tent-camping escape in the woods? North of Highland is a back-to-basics campground, just a half-mile from spectacular Head of the Meadow Beach.

It’s quiet here, but not too quiet. There’s a rec hall with ping pong and pool tables, plus a “Quiet Room” for grown-ups only with an LCD TV, a small book-lending shelf, and a free charging station for your gadgets.

If you’re craving more action, head a few miles north to P'town. It's all there!

Campgrounds in Provincetown

Dunes Edge

📍 Address: Just off Rt. 6, Provincetown MA
📅 Open: Memorial Day Weekend through September
🌐 Website: Dunes Edge

Want to camp in Provincetown without feeling like you’re in the middle of everything?

Dunes’ Edge strikes the perfect balance, tucked into the trees but just minutes from the action.

This spot is made for tent campers and smaller rigs. Big rigs (over 28 feet) won’t fit here, so plan accordingly.

You’ll find a camp store, showers, and laundry. But if you’re looking for a campground with lots of "bells and whistles" ... sorry, this isn’t the one for you. Dunes Edge is an unfussy, low-key kind of place.

Coastal Acres

📍 Address: 76R Bayberry Avenue, Provincetown MA
📅 Open: Mid-April through October
🌐 Website: Coastal Acres

A quiet spot in Provincetown? Yep, it exists.

Coastal Acres strikes a happy balance between the energy of P-town and a peaceful retreat—close to everything, but not in everything.

Bring your tent or RV, or go for a rental camper—they’re available weekly in peak season, with a two-night minimum in spring and fall.

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Dates of operation, rates, amenities, policies, etc., may change at any time, at the campground owner/management's discretion, without notice and without my knowledge. Before making any travel plans, please be sure to contact the campground directly to confirm up-to-the-moment info.