Camping in Rhode Island
Discover 17 state parks offering camping in Rhode Island
🏕️ Camping in Rhode Island State Parks at a Glance
- Reservation fee: $9.00 non-refundable online; $10.00 via call center (walk-in reservations have no reservation fee)
- RV hookups: Limited. RV/self-contained and higher-fee pull-through sites available; not all campgrounds offer full hookups. Charlestown Breachway and East Beach require fully self-contained units
- Pets: Max 2 pets (cats/dogs only) per site at Burlingame, Fishermen's Memorial, and George Washington; current rabies certificate and Pet Certification Form required at check-in. No pets at Charlestown Breachway, East Beach, or any RI state beach
- Firewood: DEM advises against transporting firewood (spongy moth, emerald ash borer, beech bark disease); buy at destination. No explicit codified out-of-state ban found in official policy
- Good to know: East Beach campers must obtain a separate Barrier Beach Permit before arrival; East Beach and Charlestown Breachway require fully self-contained RVs and allow no pets and no open fires
Official agency: Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM), Division of Parks & Recreation
Booking windows, fees and rules shown as of June 2026 and change periodically — always confirm current details on the official reservation portal above before booking.
Rhode Island State Parks with Camping
Brenton Point State Park
Burlingame State Park
Charlestown Breachway State Beach
Colt State Park
East Beach State Beach
Fishermen’s Memorial State Park
Fort Adams State Park
Fort Wetherill State Park
George Washington State Campground
Goddard Memorial State Park
Great Swamp Management Area
Haines Memorial State Park
Lincoln Woods State Park
Misquamicut State Beach
Pulaski State Park
Salty Brine State Beach
Snake Den State Park
❓ Camping in Rhode Island — FAQ
How far ahead can I book Rhode Island state park campsites?
You can reserve Rhode Island state park campsites 12 months in advance via ReserveAmerica. Booking windows change periodically, so confirm on the official reservation portal before planning. (As of June 2026.)
How much does camping cost in Rhode Island state parks?
Nightly campsite fees in Rhode Island state parks typically run $18–$55, depending on site type (tent vs. RV/full-hookup), season and residency. Exact rates are shown at booking.
How long can I stay at a Rhode Island state park campground?
The maximum stay is 14 nights maximum continuous stay at most campgrounds with mandatory 7-day break before re-occupancy; Charlestown Breachway and East Beach limited to 7 nights within a 3-week period. Confirm current limits with the official agency before your trip.