Wompatuck State Park

About

Wompatuck State Park campground provides a surprisingly wild camping experience within easy reach of Boston. The 260 campsites are spread through dense forest, offering substantial privacy and shade that keeps RVs cool even in summer. The campground divides into two sections: 130 sites with electric hookups (20/30/50-amp service) and 130 primitive sites. All sites feature a picnic table, pedestal grill, and fire ring. Flush toilets and hot showers serve the campground, with drinking water spigots distributed throughout. A dump station is included with camping fees. The park encompasses over 3,500 acres of former military land, now converted to recreational use with one of the best mountain biking trail networks in Massachusetts. Hikers and runners also frequent the 12+ miles of paved bike paths and unpaved trails. Aaron River Reservoir offers fishing and non-motorized boating opportunities. Nearby Nantasket Beach provides ocean swimming for those seeking saltwater. Reservations are required and can be made up to six months in advance through the Massachusetts DCR reservation system. The campground operates from early May through mid-October. Dogs are permitted on leash with proof of rabies vaccination. Note that non-electric sites are closed Monday through Wednesday nights during shoulder seasons (early May through mid-June and mid-September through mid-October).

Directions

From Route 3, take Exit 14 (Route 228 North). Follow Route 228 North for approximately 5 miles. Turn right onto Free Street, then left onto Union Street. The park entrance is at 204 Union Street, Hingham, MA 02043.