5 Perfect Fall Camping Spots in Rhode Island

5 Perfect Fall Camping Spots in Rhode Island

Watch the leaves change color, the air get a little crisper, and get in your last few bonfires of the year at one of these awesome Rhode Island campgrounds. These sites are the perfect fall treat, removed from the daily bustle of life. Here are five of our favorite fall camping spots in the Ocean State. 

1. George Washington Memorial Camping Area

On the shores of the Bowdish Reservoir, you’ll find this 100-acre camping site perfect for tents, trailers, and RVs. Forests closely surround the campsite, making it a great place to see the leaves changing color. Catch a sunset over the water, or take a long hike up some of the trails nearby the campsite. Though there aren’t any hook-ups for RVs, it’s still a great secluded spot just far enough away for a weekend.

2. Oakleaf Family Campground, Chepachet, RI

This spot in northwestern Rhode Island offers a perfect weekend getaway! The wooded campgrounds are an idyllic location to spend a few days with the family. Enjoy all 12 acres of land, including a recreation hall, basketball court, horseshoe pits, and playgrounds.

3. Greenwood Hill Campground, Hope Valley, RI

Make new memories at Greenwood Hill Campground! You might not be able to use the pool during the fall, but this camping area has plenty more amenities to offer. Visitors have been known to discover deer and plenty of other woodland creatures while wandering about the grounds—see if you can spot some yourself! 

4. Holly Tree Campground, Ashaway, RI

Fishing, boating, and games for the kids—Holly Tree has it all! You’ll be camping along a huge stretch of coastline, just a few minutes from Watch Hill, Newport, and downtown Westerly. If the weather’s bad, enjoy their well-stocked game room for the kids, or duck under the pavilion to hang out, relax and read a book.

5. Wawaloam Campground, West Kingston, RI

Three-hundred sites are all yours to choose from when you book your camping trip with Wawaloam. Their 100 acres of rural farmland are a picturesque place to enjoy the fall weather. This campground knows exactly what families need for a great camping experience! Stock up on snacks, camping supplies, and apparel at their general store. If you’re out in West Kingston late in the season, you can even take advantage of their winterizing service.