Best camping near New Haven

3 campgrounds · 3 ranked · updated 2026-08-02 · off-season

Explore the best camping near New Haven, Connecticut — 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 3 of 3 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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Kettletown State Park
#1 Kettletown State Park Poor
15.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Kettletown State Park in Southbury, Connecticut, offers established campsites only—no dispersed camping. Reservations are required through the CT State Parks system, with nightly…
Why 100: 186 things to do within 15 mi
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Boy Scout Camp
#2 Boy Scout Camp Poor
18.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Boy Scout Camp is a campground located near Madison, Connecticut. Situated in the northeastern United States, the camp provides outdoor recreation opportunities in a coastal…
Why 100: 159 things to do within 15 mi
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Camp Farnam
#3 Camp Farnam Poor
19.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Camp Farnam is a serene camping area situated in Durham, Connecticut. The campsite is surrounded by lush green forests and picturesque views. Visitors can indulge in various…
Why 100: 199 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near New Haven

The New Haven area has 3 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 New Haven

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.

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