Nelson's Family Campground
71 Mott Hill Rd, East Hampton, CT 06424, East Hampton, United States
Guest rating: 4.4 / 5
Overview
Nelson's Family Campground is a campground-style property in East Hampton, Connecticut, located at 71 Mott Hill Rd. It has a strong public score of 4.4/5 based on 456 reviews, indicating broad guest satisfaction. Star class is not documented.
Sites & setting
Guest feedback highlights that campsites can be generously sized, with at least some sites described as large, flat, and grassy. This suggests a stay geared toward outdoor lodging rather than traditional hotel rooms. Specific site types (tent/RV/cabin) are not documented.
On-site recreation
Amenities are not formally documented, but guest reviews specifically mention a pool and note it as clean. Other on-site facilities and activities are not provided in the available data.
Nearby outdoors & attractions
The campground is positioned for access to parks and trails in the region, including Air Line South State Park Trail (about 4.1 km away), Shenipsit Trail (about 4.9 km), and Salmon River State Forest (about 8.1 km). Other nearby outings include River Highlands State Park (about 9.8 km), Day Pond State Park (about 9.9 km), Hurd State Park (about 10.2 km), and Wadsworth Falls State Park (about 16.5 km). For family-friendly attractions beyond hiking, Kidcity Children's Museum (about 12.7 km) and Dinosaur State Park (about 12.7 km) are within a short drive, as are Brownstone Adventure Sports Park (about 11.6 km) and Priam Vineyards (about 10.4 km).
Best for
This campground best fits travelers who want an outdoor base near Connecticut parks and trail systems, with Air Line South State Park Trail and Shenipsit Trail a short drive away. It also suits guests who value on-site downtime, since a pool is specifically mentioned in reviews and campsites are described as spacious and grassy.
Travel tips
Plan on driving to reach nearby points of interest; several popular parks and attractions (like Brownstone Adventure Sports Park and Kidcity Children’s Museum) are roughly 10–13 km away. If site selection matters, consider requesting a flat, grassy campsite, as repeat guests highlight these as a plus. Because amenities are not fully documented, confirm any must-have facilities directly with the campground before arrival.
What guests say
Reviews frequently point to a positive outdoor stay experience, with guests noting good-sized campsites and mentioning flat, grassy sites as a highlight. Cleanliness comes up specifically in relation to the pool. Staff and management feedback is mixed: some guests describe helpful staff, while at least one review reports a notably negative interaction with management. Repeat stays are mentioned, suggesting the setting and campsite experience brings some guests back.
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