Housatonic Meadows State Park

Sharon, CT

4.6(262 reviews)

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About this campground

Housatonic Meadows State Park in Sharon Connecticut is located in the rock-strewn valley of the Housatonic River, amid the rugged hills of the northwestern uplands, Housatonic Meadows is an ideal setting for a variety of outdoor recreational activities. Offers primitive (no water, electric, or sewer) hookup RV and tent camping.

What campers say

Housatonic Meadows State Park is a well‑kept, riverfront campground popular for fishing, tubing and easy access to nearby hikes such as the Appalachian Trail. Many visitors praise the helpful staff, roomy sites (several with direct river access) and family‑friendly layout where kids can bike safely. Practical tradeoffs include a small park footprint with some sites close together and Route 7 traffic that can be audible at night. Restroom quality is mixed—often clean but occasionally dated or in need of extra maintenance—and a few reviewers advise caution about wildlife when grounds are less occupied. Nearby towns and trails add convenience.

Our summary of 262 traveler reviews.