East Hampton, Connecticut, lures RV travelers with Lake Pocotopaug's boating thrills and Bevin Brothers Bell Foundry's clang. Base your rig at Markham Meadows Campground or Nelson's Family Campground for rates under $60 nightly. Camp here to fish dawn waters, tour historic Belltown, and hike Shenipsit trails just minutes away.
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East Hampton pulses with bell-making legacy at Bevin Brothers Foundry, operational since 1832 in the Belltown neighborhood. Lake Pocotopaug sprawls over 750 acres, perfect for kayaking, swimming, and bass fishing amid Middlesex County's woods. Stroll Middle Haddam's riverside lanes, lined with 18th-century homes and antique stores along the Connecticut River.
Markham Meadows Campground draws solo adventurers and couples with WiFi access and starting rates of $43 per night. Nelson's Family Campground fits groups with its pool, laundry facilities, showers, and WiFi from $54 nightly. These parks anchor your stay near lake ramps on Pocotopaug Lake Road and trails through Great Hill.
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East Hampton excels in bell manufacturing at Bevin Brothers Foundry and recreation on Lake Pocotopaug. The foundry, America's oldest since 1832, crafts bells rung worldwide; locals celebrate it yearly. The 750-acre lake hosts boating regattas and ice fishing in winter, drawing anglers from Hartford.
Markham Meadows Campground and Nelson's Family Campground serve East Hampton. Markham offers WiFi from $43/night near Route 16; Nelson's provides pool, laundry, showers, and WiFi from $54 near Pocotopaug Lake Road. Both sit within 5 miles of town center.
Yes, both Markham Meadows and Nelson's Family Campground welcome pets on leashes. Policies require cleanup and quiet nights; check for breed restrictions at booking. Campers rave about dog walks near Lake Pocotopaug's shores.