Best camping near Portland

10 campgrounds · 10 ranked · updated 2026-07-14 · off-season

Explore the best camping near Portland, 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 10 of 10 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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Cedars Camp Area
#1 Cedars Camp Area
15.8 mi away
Cedars Camp Area is a campground near Madison, Connecticut.
Why 100: 148 things to do within 15 mi
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Hogback Camp Area
#2 Hogback Camp Area
16.0 mi away
Hogback Camp Area is a campground near Madison, Connecticut.
Why 100: 148 things to do within 15 mi
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Springledge Camp Area
#3 Springledge Camp Area
16.3 mi away
Springledge Camp Area is a campground near Madison, Connecticut.
Why 100: 147 things to do within 15 mi
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Quarry Knob Camp Area
#4 Quarry Knob Camp Area
16.8 mi away
Quarry Knob Camp Area is a campground near Madison, Connecticut.
Why 100: 146 things to do within 15 mi
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Boy Scout Camp
#5 Boy Scout Camp
17.6 mi away
Boy Scout Camp is a campground near Madison, Connecticut.
Why 100: 159 things to do within 15 mi
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Camp Bethel
#6 Camp Bethel Good
11.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Camp Bethel camping area in Connecticut is a serene and quiet campground that offers stunning views of the surrounding hills and foliage. Nearby activities include hiking…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 157 things to do within 15 mi
86Elite
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Camp Farnam
#7 Camp Farnam Fair
8.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
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 85: live conditions (fair) · 199 things to do within 15 mi
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Youth Site 1
#8 Youth Site 1 Good
15.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Youth Site 1 camping area, located in the state of Connecticut, offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides spacious and well-maintained campsites…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 196 things to do within 15 mi
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Youth Site 2
#9 Youth Site 2 Good
15.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Located in the state of Connecticut, Youth Site 2 camping area is a popular choice for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a tranquil and scenic getaway. This campground offers various…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 198 things to do within 15 mi
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Beech Grove 5
#10 Beech Grove 5 Fair
13.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Beech Grove 5 camping area is a picturesque campground located in the state of Connecticut. It offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable camping…
Why 85: live conditions (fair) · 401 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Portland

The Portland area has 10 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 Portland

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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