The Quarry Campground

704 Shenipsit Lake Rd, Tolland, CT 06084, Tolland, United States

Guest rating: 4.7 / 5

Overview

The Quarry Campground is a campground/RV-oriented property in Tolland, Connecticut, located at 704 Shenipsit Lake Rd. It holds a strong public rating of 4.7 based on 163 reviews, with guests frequently noting a natural setting and helpful staff. Star classification and a formal amenity list are not documented.

Recreation & On-Site Features (guest-reported)

Based on guest feedback, the campground is known for abundant green space and room to accommodate large rigs, including 40 ft motorhomes with a tow. Reviews also mention a swimming area, a fishing pond, and a maintained playground for younger children. Service is a recurring highlight, with staff described as friendly and helpful.

Location & Nearby Things To Do

The campground sits close to outdoor areas around Shenipsit Lake (about 3.3 km away) and the Shenipsit State Forest / Soapstone Mountain area (roughly 5.6–5.8 km away). Nearby family and museum options include the New England Civil War Museum (~5.9 km), Crandall Park (~6.1 km), and the New England Motorcycle Museum (~6.7 km). For more activities, The Adventure Park at Storrs is about 12.3 km away, and the Connecticut Trolley Museum is about 15.9 km away.

Best for

This campground best suits RV travelers and road-trippers looking for a natural setting with space for larger rigs, plus on-site recreation like a swimming area, fishing pond, and playground (as reported by guests). It can also work well for groups traveling together who value a friendly, helpful staff and a generally quiet, community feel with long-term RV renters.

Travel tips

If you want quick access to water and trails, plan time around nearby Shenipsit Lake (~3.3 km) and the Shenipsit State Forest / Soapstone Mountain area (~5.6–5.8 km). For local museums and parks, several options cluster within about 6–7 km (New England Civil War Museum, Crandall Park, New England Motorcycle Museum). Because amenities are not formally documented, confirm specific site utilities and facilities directly with the campground before arrival, especially if traveling with a large RV.

What guests say

Reviews commonly highlight a scenic, natural setting and consistently friendly, helpful service from staff. Guests also point to ample green space and practical RV suitability, including room for large motorhomes and a generally quiet atmosphere despite long-term RV renters. Recreation features mentioned include a swimming area, fishing pond, and a well-maintained playground for children. A notable negative theme appears around restroom and shower cleanliness, with at least one reviewer describing them as very dirty and the stay as overpriced.

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