RESERVATIONS
Open May 15 through Columbus Day · 200 Trailer & Tent Sites
BEFORE YOU BOOK
🕐 Check-In Times
May/June & Sept: by 7pm
July/August: by 8pm
October: by 6pm
Checkout: 11am
⚠️ Cancellation
14+ days notice: 90% deposit refund excluding fees
Under 14 days: deposit held 365 days
Under 48 hours: deposit forfeited
🔴 Quiet Hours
10pm – 7am every night
No generators at any time
Family campground — respect your neighbors
🦖 Pets Welcome
Dogs on leash at all times
Must be cleaned up after
Cannot be left unattended outside
🕐 Check In & Arrival
Check-in begins at 12 noon. We have no place for you to wait for your site to become available so please do not arrive early. You must arrive before our office closes for liability reasons.
May / June
by 7:00pm
July / August
by 8:00pm
September
by 7:00pm
October
by 6:00pm
Check-Out
by 11:00am
If you cannot arrive before our office closes, you will be asked to arrive the next day so as not to disturb other campers. Traffic in the metro Boston area can double your travel time during summer — please plan ahead.
Pets, Fires & Rules
🐶 Pets / Dogs
- Kept on a leash at all times
- Must be cleaned up after — $50 fee for waste left on property
- Cannot be left unattended outside
- Barking dogs must not be left alone at site
- Vaccinations recommended but not required
🔥 Fires
- Small wood fires permitted for cooking only in rock fireplaces
- Fires must be out by 11pm
- Fireplaces are not to be moved
- All firewood must be prepackaged & kiln dried (MA state law)
- No open fires in the Big Rig section
Vehicles, Trash & EV Policy
🚗 Vehicles
- ID tag must be visibly displayed at all times
- Bicycles only — no skateboards, scooters, or minibikes
- No bike riding in office area or after dark
- Helmets required for riders 12 & under (MA law)
- All motorized vehicles require current registration & insurance
⚡ No Electric Vehicle Charging
EV charging is strictly prohibited. $50/night fee if caught. Charging stations available in downtown Gloucester (<10 min away).
🗑 Trash & Signs
- Trash & recycling dumpsters near the office
- $50 fee for trash left on site after checkout
- No political signs or flags permitted on property
🔒 Quiet Hours
ALL QUIET: 10:00pm – 7:00am
No generators at any time · Alcoholic beverages must remain at your campsite
This is a family campground. Please respect your neighbors — radio, TV, and conversations must be kept low so as not to disturb other guests. Those who cannot respect quiet hours will be asked to leave immediately without refund.
Cancellation Policy
⚠ Cancellations with less than 48 hours notice will result in the forfeiture of your deposit.
| Notice Given | Result |
|---|---|
| 14+ days (2 weeks) | 90% deposit refund excluding fees |
| Under 14 days | Deposit held for 365 days from cancellation |
| Under 48 hours | Deposit forfeited entirely |
You must call our office to cancel. Email and Facebook message cancellations will not be accepted.
Making Your Reservation
Unless you are staying for the entire season, we do not guarantee a specific site number. On the reservation form you may choose a preferred site from the map and list additional preferences in the comments — but we cannot guarantee a specific site.
👥 Additional People & Vehicles
Site rates are based on 2 people with one piece of camping equipment and one vehicle. Additional people arriving in an additional vehicle with additional equipment must rent an additional site.
Making reservations ahead of time ensures your sites are together. If you arrive on check-in day with extra people/cars/equipment you may be required to rent an additional site not near your original. All site rentals are subject to minimum stay requirements.
Cape Ann Camp Site is a natural wooded environment — and we love it that way. That means sharing the landscape with the creatures and plants that call it home. Here's what you may encounter during your stay.
Raccoons
Curious and clever. Secure your food and coolers, and never leave snacks unattended — especially at night.
Skunks
Generally harmless if left alone. Give them plenty of space and avoid startling them after dark.
Bees & Wasps
Common throughout the summer months. If you have a known allergy, please bring appropriate medication.
Local Wildlife
Deer, foxes, and a variety of birds are regular visitors — part of what makes camping here so special.
A Note About Poison Ivy
Our wooded property borders natural areas where poison ivy grows. We actively work to identify and manage poison ivy throughout the campground, but it is a natural part of the New England landscape and may still be present in some areas. We recommend wearing long pants and closed-toe shoes when exploring wooded paths, and teaching children to recognize and avoid it. "Leaves of three, let it be."
Put Food & Trash Away Every Night
To keep wildlife out of your site, please ensure all food, coolers, and trash are secured or stored inside your vehicle or camper before going to bed each night. Unsecured food attracts raccoons, skunks, and other animals and can create problems for you and your neighbors.
- Store food in sealed containers
- Never feed wildlife
- Wear closed shoes on trails
- Bring insect repellent
- Pack allergy medication if needed
- Supervise children near wooded edges
Ready to Book Your Stay?
Ready to book? Please confirm you have read and agree to our reservation policies before continuing.
Questions? Call us at (978) 283-8683