Laurel Ridge Campground, Blandford, MA

About

Introduction / Overview

Laurel Ridge Campground

stands out as a cherished, family-oriented camping area nestled right in the picturesque Berkshire Mountains of Massachusetts. Open seasonally from May through early October, this campground offers a welcoming and well-maintained environment for both seasoned RV travelers and first-time tent campers from across the Commonwealth. Known for its friendly, accommodating staff—often highlighted in customer reviews—

Laurel Ridge

cultivates a true community atmosphere, making it a place many local Massachusetts families return to year after year.

The campground offers a variety of site types, from inner loop spots with gravel or grass to the popular open

Safari Field

which caters especially well to shorter-term campers and larger rigs. More than just a place to park your trailer or pitch your tent,

Laurel Ridge Campground

provides a packed schedule of fun, food, and recreation. It’s an ideal spot for those who seek both a peaceful escape into the natural beauty of the Berkshires and a vibrant, engaging experience with plenty of on-site activities for all ages.

Location and Accessibility

Laurel Ridge Campground

boasts a strategic location in East Otis, Massachusetts, placing it firmly in the heart of the southern Berkshires. The address is

40 Otis-Tolland Rd, East Otis, MA 01029, USA

. This positioning offers the perfect blend of secluded mountain tranquility and convenient access to some of Western Massachusetts' most popular destinations. For locals, this means less time driving and more time relaxing or exploring.

The campground is situated close enough to major cultural and recreational hubs to serve as an excellent home base for extended visits. Visitors consistently note its proximity to

Tanglewood

(approximately 30 minutes away), the

Lee Outlets

(about 25 minutes), and the extensive hiking opportunities throughout the region, including various state parks and the Appalachian Trail. Furthermore, major regional attractions like

MASS MoCA

and

The Big E

(in West Springfield) are all within a manageable day-trip radius, generally around an hour's drive. The setting itself provides instant access to local outdoor activities like fishing, boating, and kayaking at nearby bodies of water, including the popular

Big Pond in Otis Reservoir

Services Offered

Laurel Ridge Campground

ensures a comfortable and hassle-free stay by offering a wide range of essential services and modern amenities for all types of campers.

Variety of Sites: Over 160 sites are available, including spacious options for the largest RVs (up to 50 ft max length reported) in addition to tent-only spots.
Hookups: Full RV hookups are available, including 30 and 50 amp electric service, water, and sewer connections for most sites.
Clean Restrooms and Showers: The campground provides both outhouses and full bathroom/shower facilities, which are frequently mentioned in reviews as being clean and well-maintained.
Accessibility: The camp store, covered pavilion, and at least one restroom are handicap accessible, ensuring that the main communal areas are available to all guests.
Propane and Supplies: A fully stocked camp store not only handles registration but also sells essential supplies, ice, firewood, and offers an on-site
Propane Refilling Station
.
Pet Accommodations: The facility is pet-friendly, with the requirement that all pets are leashed, accompanied, and owners utilize the provided doggie stations to clean up after them. Current rabies certificates are required.
Laundry Facilities: On-site laundry services are available to accommodate longer stays.
Food Services: The campground frequently offers special food items and weekend food specials, such as meatball grinders, hot dogs, and hamburgers, a highly praised service by returning customers.

Features / Highlights

The true appeal of

Laurel Ridge

lies in its vibrant, social environment and its commitment to providing fun and recreation for the whole family, complementing the natural beauty of the surrounding Berkshires.

In-ground Swimming Pool: A clean, large in-ground swimming pool is a central feature, providing a refreshing spot for campers of all ages to cool off during the warm Massachusetts summers.
Active
Activities Schedule
: The campground maintains a full schedule of fun-filled activities, frequently including bingo, concerts, and various social gatherings. Highly praised annual events like a
Pig Roast
are a testament to the strong community spirit.
Recreation Areas: Multiple areas are dedicated to play, including a new playscape/playground for children, a basketball court, and horseshoe pits.
The
Safari Field
Experience: This large, open field is a unique feature, offering spacious grass sites, particularly for weekend and short-term visitors, and is well-monitored by staff.
Covered Pavilion: A large, covered pavilion serves as a central hub for organized activities, events, and community gatherings, rain or shine.
Outdoor Access: Within minutes, campers can access local ponds and lakes for boating, kayaking, and fishing, making it a great destination for water sports enthusiasts.
Community Atmosphere: Visitors consistently note the welcoming, friendly staff and the sense of camaraderie among fellow campers, often leading to multi-generational family returns.

Contact Information

Interested Massachusetts residents are encouraged to contact

Laurel Ridge Campground

for current rates, seasonal availability, and to make reservations for their next Berkshires getaway.

Address:

40 Otis-Tolland Rd, East Otis, MA 01029, USA

Phone (Camp Store/Office):

(413) 269-4804

Mobile Phone:

+1 413-269-4804

Operating Season: Typically May through the beginning of October.

Conclusion: Why this place is suitable for locals

Laurel Ridge Campground

is perfectly suited for Massachusetts residents looking for an all-encompassing, family-friendly camping experience within easy reach of the state's cultural and natural landmarks. Its location in East Otis provides a genuine

Berkshires

escape, offering pristine natural beauty for hiking and water activities, yet remaining conveniently close to cultural hotspots like

Tanglewood

and major retail destinations like the

Lee Outlets

For Massachusetts families,

Laurel Ridge

minimizes the stress of vacation planning by providing an amenity-rich environment—with a pool, playground, clean facilities, and a fully stocked store—allowing parents to truly relax. The consistently praised staff and the lively schedule of social activities, including bingo and special food nights, ensure a vibrant, engaging experience that goes beyond a simple overnight stay. This combination of natural accessibility, modern comfort, and a strong, welcoming community makes

Laurel Ridge Campground

an ideal and often-repeated home base for local Massachusetts adventurers exploring all that the region has to offer.

Reviews

The staff is very friendly and accommodating, and there's always something to do! They have a pool and a little camp store where you can buy lots of supplies. Also food specials! We got meatball grinders one night for $7.00! The next day there were free hot dogs and hamburgers, but we had to go home...There's bingo, concerts, a playground, horseshoes, lots to do!

Aug 12, 2025 · John Hemberger

This is one of my favorite local camping spots. We've returned year after year. My husband took me camping here for my first ever trip. They have watched us, and commented(!) as we've increased our rig and set-up. We always stay on Safari Field. No matter which spot they place you, you are close to the outhouses. If outhouses are not your style, there are full bathrooms just a bit farther away. The field is well maintained and monitored by staff. The rates are excellent, the sites big enough, and everyone is friendly. We return every year as our home base to visit the area. It is close enough for the Big E (about an hour), Tanglewood (30 mins), Lots of Hiking, the Lee Outlets (25mins), and MASS MoCA (a little over an hour). Can't recommend enough!

Apr 02, 2024 · Denise Rogers

Don't be fooled, if you're looking for a place to just go camp for a night or two this isn't a good choice. It's mainly catered to seasonal and permanent RV setups, the camp site itself for nightly is just a big field and still costs 42$ a night, and the trump paraphernalia appear around the campground really does a lot to make certain people feel unwelcome. Go to the nearby state park if you want to camp

Sep 15, 2024 · Joshua Meier

Not sure who is writing these reviews; it might be those who live here for months at a time. My husband and I stopped for one night on our way to Acadia. We arrived in a storm, and had to knock on the door of the camping host's camper because the camping office was closed. It was 3:00 in the afternoon in July! Because we were only staying one night, I asked if our site was easy to back in. The manager said, "it's in a field, so just pick the one you want." Apparently, the "good sites" are reserved for the seasonal people, and those who are "campers" are directed toward an open field that is lined with power poles. After we chose our site (there were only 4 other campers in the field that could hold 25-30) we went looking for the bath house. We toted our toiletries around the campground until we asked a local where to find it. We were directed to an area behind the rec room area, but then had to go back to our camper to get quarters. A hot shower cost 25 cents for 5 minutes, but according to my husband, his shower costs 50 cents because he couldn't get the first one to work. The mosquitoes were intense! We were never so glad to leave this campground. It was BY FAR the worst we'd ever been to.

Jul 25, 2018 · Sandy Ing

I camp here as a seasonal.. highly recommended if you have young children.. they always have at least one thing planned on the weekends for kids activities. There is always something for the adults too.. whether it's horseshoes , bingo , paint n sips or a tasty meal at the pavilion.. Full of nice wooded campsites only a few miles or so from the Otis reservoir...

Aug 28, 2021 · Jimmy G

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