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Introduce
Privacy Campground is a hidden gem nestled in the serene landscapes of Williamstown, Massachusetts. This privately-owned campground offers a unique blend of natural beauty, privacy, and recreational opportunities for campers seeking an authentic outdoor experience. Set on rolling hillsides surrounded by lush trees and scenic trails, Privacy Campground provides a peaceful retreat for nature lovers, families, and adventure-seekers alike.
- Peaceful Environment: Located on a large slope with ample spacing between campsites, Privacy Campground ensures privacy and seclusion, allowing guests to connect with nature while enjoying the convenience of modern amenities.
- Well-Maintained Facilities: The campground features clean and well-maintained restrooms, with water available at designated points. The sites are designed for ease of use, with flat tent areas despite the sloped terrain.
- Hiking and Outdoor Activities: Explore miles of trails that wind through forests, meadows, and wetlands. Hikers can spot frogs, salamanders, chipmunks, and a variety of trees like maple and birch while enjoying the tranquility of the outdoors.
- Water Fun: Campers can enjoy access to a pond with kayaks and paddleboards for rent, offering hours of fun and relaxation. The nearby creek provides additional opportunities for exploration and play.
- Family-Friendly: Families will appreciate the playground with a kid-operated trolley, adding an element of excitement for younger visitors while maintaining a natural camping experience.
Guests have praised Privacy Campground for its attention to detail, cleanliness, and commitment to preserving the natural environment. Many reviewers highlight the balance between amenities and primitive camping, ensuring a true outdoor experience without sacrificing comfort.
- Customer Feedback: "This campground is beautiful! The land is well maintained, the bathrooms are clean, and the owners are great people. We enjoyed exploring the trails on the property." - A Happy Camper
- Family Favorites: "We had an absolutely wonderful time at Privacy Campground! The privacy and natural beauty made it a perfect escape from the hustle of city life. Our kids loved the playground trolley, and we appreciated the balance of amenities with nature."
Privacy Campground is open daily from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, providing ample time for exploration and relaxation. Whether you're a solo adventurer, a couple seeking tranquility, or a family looking for outdoor fun, Privacy Campground offers something for everyone.
Located at 2458 Hancock Rd, Williamstown, MA 01267, Privacy Campground is just a short drive from major attractions in the Berkshires. For more information or to book your stay, feel free to contact them directly at 1 413-458-3125.
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Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Amenities
Public restroom
Public shower
Restroom
Running water
Tent sites
Payments
Debit cards
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
On-site parking
Jamie Ludvigsen
Sep 14
This campground is beautiful! The land is well maintained, the bathrooms are clean, and the owners are great people. We enjoyed exploring the trails on the property. This place offers so much more then I was expecting. Truly a hidden gem and a great spot to connect with nature.
Sasha Nelson
Aug 13
We had an absolutely wonderful time at Privacy Campground! We were very impressed at the beauty and, well, privacy that the campground offered. We’ve been to a fair number of campgrounds in the Northeast where the campsites have been right on top of each other. To me that completely defeats the point of camping, so this was a welcome change. All of the campsites are set away from each other at different spots on a large slope, with trees and underbrush separating them. (Don't worry about the hill, tent sites are still flat enough for a tent!) We appreciated the balance struck by the amenities - there was enough, but not so much that we felt like we weren’t even camping. Water was available at the bathroom house, but not at every tent site. The bathrooms were simple, but clean, neat and dry. We were grateful that there was some indoor space (it rained heavily during our trip) but when it wasn't pouring, the outdoors was much more interesting than the rec hall. (Which to me, is exactly how it should be!) The kids had a great time playing in the creek, on the boats at the pond, and in the playground - there is a kid-operated trolley in the playground that really moves, 25 cents for 30 min of fun. We enjoyed hiking up the trail on Neptune Ave and seeing the frogs, salamanders, chipmunks, maple and birch trees. We hope to be back next year!
Scott Middleton
Sep 05
Charming campground just south of Williamstown, MA. Perfect jumping off point for a trip to the Berkshires, but also fun just to hang out in the sauna or hike up to the wind farm (~2 miles, uphill). Delicious spring water available. Just be sure to bring a quarter for the shower and remember to twist the quarter machine further than you think (this will make sense once you try to operate the mechanism).
S S
Sep 08
Consider this trip a time travel, a 70’s throwback, a DIY reality show, everything but your life in the city. If you like to fix things in your garage, or if you like nature, and you don’t mind handcrafted old things that still work, this is a must see. If you bring kids along, they would spend quality time with you because there is no phone signal or WiFi. This is a unique place, and it is impossible to compare it with any popular campground. The guardian of this mountain and campground is a Korean War veteran, an incorruptible soul.
D J
Oct 22
We enjoyed our stay. Beautiful area, nice owners concerned u enjoy your visit. Campground has alot of history that someone put alot of time into. Affordable clean and family orientated Will go back