Best camping near Amherst
9 campgrounds · 9 ranked · updated 2026-08-02 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Amherst, Massachusetts — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 9 of 9 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Whately Oaks Primitive Campsite
Marginal
7.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Whately Oaks Primitive Campsite is a backcountry camping area near Amherst Center in western Massachusetts, operated by the Appalachian Mountain Club. The site offers free…
Why 100: 68 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Westover ARB Military
Marginal
12.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 62°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Westover Arb Military camping area, located in Massachusetts, offers a serene and picturesque camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. This campground provides many amenities…
Why 100: 151 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Camp
Marginal
12.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
I don't have access to specific amenity data, site counts, or fees for this particular campground beyond its name, location near Palmer, Massachusetts, and that it's a campground…
Why 100: 102 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
Hatchery Brook Primitive Campsite
Marginal
13.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Hatchery Brook Primitive Campsite is a backcountry campground operated by the Appalachian Mountain Club near Greenfield, Massachusetts. This free, primitive site offers tent…
Why 100: 49 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
KOA weathampton
Marginal
14.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 63°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
The Koa Weathampton camping area, located in the state of Massachusetts, offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping experience. The campground provides spacious…
Why 100: 103 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
DAR State Forest
Marginal
15.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Located in the state of Massachusetts, Dar State Forest camping area offers a variety of amenities for campers to enjoy. With multiple independent sources confirming the…
Why 100: 60 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
Federated Womens' Club State Forest Primitive Campsite
Marginal
15.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 59°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Federated Women's Club State Forest Primitive Campsite in Massachusetts offers free, first-come, first-served primitive camping with designated sites—no reservations or permits…
Why 100: 68 things to do within 15 mi
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#8
Barton Cove
Marginal
16.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Barton Cove Camping Area is a picturesque campground located in the state of Massachusetts. Nestled along the banks of the Connecticut River, it offers a range of amenities for…
Why 100: 47 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
Erving State Forest
Marginal
17.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Erving State Forest in Massachusetts offers 27 established campsites (no dispersed camping), nestled in a quiet, forested setting near Laurel Lake. Reservations are required (via…
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Camping near Amherst
The Amherst area has 9 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Amherst
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.