Madison, Connecticut, draws RV travelers with its sweeping Long Island Sound beaches and Hammonasset Beach State Park, the largest public shore in the state. Four RV parks anchor the area, including beachfront sites starting at $20 a night. Camp here to launch kayaks at dawn, bike coastal trails, and savor fresh seafood from nearby docks.
Madison thrives on its coastline gems. Waves crash at Hammonasset Beach State Park, where Meigs Point Nature Center hosts birdwatching walks. Families build sandcastles at Madison Beach Club, while surfers tackle breaks near the Surf Club on Ocean Avenue. Downtown buzzes along Boston Post Road with ice cream shops and the Rhythm & Roots summer festival drawing crowds to the town green.
RV parks turn Madison into your perfect base camp. Hammonasset Beach State Park suits beach lovers with WiFi-equipped sites from $32 nightly. Hammonasset State Park Campground draws families and boaters via its 30-amp, 50-amp hookups, showers, and $20 to $70 rates. Camp Laurelwood fits quiet retreats in wooded clearings, ideal for hikers eyeing nearby trails.
Madison stands out for its beaches and Hammonasset Beach State Park, Connecticut's largest public shoreline. Surfers flock to Madison Surf Club breaks on Ocean Avenue. Shoppers hit Boston Post Road boutiques, and families join Rhythm & Roots concerts on the town green each summer.
Four RV parks serve Madison: Hammonasset Beach State Park, Hammonasset Beach State Park with WiFi from $32/night, Hammonasset State Park Campground offering WiFi, 30/50-amp, showers for $20-$70/night, and Camp Laurelwood. All cluster near Long Island Sound for easy beach access. Most hug Route 1 or park roads off I-95.
Yes, most Madison RV parks welcome pets, including Hammonasset Beach State Park with leashed-dog rules. Hammonasset State Park Campground allows pets on sites but bans them from beaches. Always check Camp Laurelwood policies; keep pets controlled near shore trails and wildlife areas.
