Swimming Campgrounds in Rhode Island

Swimming Campgrounds in Rhode Island

Discover the best swimming campgrounds across Rhode Island. Beat the heat at campgrounds with pristine swimming spots. Lakes, rivers, beaches, and swimming holes just steps from your campsite.

5+ Campgrounds4.3★ AverageBest: Summer (June-September)

Featured Campgrounds

Handpicked destinations that define the region

1
Burlingame State Park
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4.4
(500)
Burlingame State Park
Charlestown
Tents
RVs
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George Washington Campground
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4.2
(176)
George Washington Campground
Chepachet
Tents
RVs
3
East Beach
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4.3
(52)
East Beach
Charlestown
RVs

Swimming Campgrounds in Rhode Island

Rhode Island offers 5+ campgrounds perfect for swimming campgrounds. Campgrounds with swimming access to lakes, rivers, beaches, and swimming holes. The best time to visit is Summer (June-September).

Lake and river swimming access
Natural swimming holes
Beach and waterfront sites
Family-friendly swimming areas


Campground Locations

Showing top 5 campgrounds near Swimming Campgrounds in Rhode Island

Map Key
1
Burlingame State Park
2
George Washington Campground
3
East Beach
4
Charlestown Breachway
5
Pulaski Park

How to Book These Campgrounds

The most popular campgrounds for swimming campgrounds in rhode island book up months in advance. Here are the tools to help you get a site.


Swimming Campgrounds in Rhode Island FAQ

We've ranked 5+ swimming campgrounds in Rhode Island based on water access, swimming areas, safety, and user reviews. Top options include campgrounds on lakes, rivers, and beaches with designated swimming areas.

Swimming safety varies by location. Many campgrounds have designated swimming areas with lifeguards during peak season. Always check for posted warnings, water conditions, and currents before swimming. Never swim alone.

Summer (June-September) is the best time for swimming camping in Rhode Island. Water temperatures are warmest and swimming areas are typically staffed. Some mountain lakes may be too cold for swimming even in summer.

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