Hanscom Afb Famcamp
499 South Rd, Bedford, MA 01730, United States
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Sets up in under 5 minutes thanks to pre-attached poles
Kids stay warm in temperatures as low as 50°F
MATERIAL: The internal frame backpack uses nylon fabric and is equipped with YKK zippers, which is durable; the size is 33.5''*13.8''*11.12'', and the capacity is 70L. Its large capacity and high quality can meet your outdoor needs!. INTERNAL FRAME: This backpacking backpack is designed for long-term travel and mountain hiking, with a lightweight aluminum alloy frame plate on the back to provide maximum load-bearing capacity.. CONVENIENT ACCESS DESIGN: This 70l hiking backpack has a zippered entry on the side for easy access to the main compartment. A water bladder can be placed in the backpack to quickly replenish water and energy (water bladder not included). The bottom of the backpack has a compartment for shoes or a sleeping bag.
Unique Style: This unique Mongolian-style yurt tent stands out from the crowd. The high-pitched roof and included guy lines give this tent a novel appearance and spacious interior, so you'll be the talk of the campground, festival, or event.. Outdoor Ready: Use our yurt tents for camping in the great outdoors. The tent is made with solid polyester fabric, making it suitable for outdoor use. The zippered mesh door provides excellent ventilation to cool down the tent on hot summer days.. Waterproof & UV Protection: Enjoy this tent in rain or shine. The yurts for all year living is made with 210D polyester fabric with 2000mm+ waterproof treated surface to keep your protected from the elements. The tent fabric includes an anti-UV coating to protect you and your family from the sun's harmful rays.
WEATHERTEC PROTECTION — Tub-style floor, welded corners, inverted seams and taped rainfly work together to keep water out and help block wind and rain for a reliable, weatherproof shelter.. SETS UP IN MINUTES — Snag-free continuous pole sleeves and pre-attached poles let you pitch the tent in about 10 minutes — ideal for camping, festivals, backyard getaways and sleepovers.. WELL-VENTILATED COMFORT — Two large windows and a ground vent promote airflow to reduce condensation; roomy interior and generous center height provide improved headroom and sleeping comfort.
Quick Setup in Just 10 Minutes: Spend more time relaxing outdoors and less time assembling your tent—snag-free continuous pole sleeves and Insta-Clip pole attachments make setup fast and frustration-free.. Stay Dry and Protected: The WeatherTec system’s patented welded corners and inverted seams help keep water out so you stay dry even during unexpected rainstorms.. Enhanced Ventilation for Comfort: Large windows and a ground vent promote superior airflow, pushing warm air up and out to keep you cool and comfortable in warmer weather.
About This Campsite
Key Features and Tips:
- Enjoy the natural beauty and serene setting with plenty of shaded spots perfect for relaxation.
- The site is family-friendly and reportedly feels safe, offering community spaces like a room with a TV, games, and sitting areas.
- There's a centrally located fire pit with complimentary wood, making it perfect for evenings under the stars.
- A well-equipped laundry service is available, though cleanliness may vary, so prepare accordingly.
- Take advantage of the affordable pricing, especially if you're planning a longer stay, but note the noise due to its proximity to a flight line.
- There is easy access to honeywagons for those with partial hookups, providing convenience for longer durations.
Considerations:
- Be aware that while the campsite is generally safe, some facilities like bathrooms and the laundry room may need closer attention to cleanliness.
- It can be busy, especially with longer-term visitors, so booking ahead is advisable.
- Management is attentive and helpful, although the presence of permanent campers requires ongoing attention from both staff and visitors to maintain site quality.
Overall, Hanscom Afb Famcamp offers a delightful retreat with affordability and a superb location for those looking to explore the Boston area and enjoy a camping experience that is both engaging and relaxing. Nonetheless, potential campers should keep in mind the infrequent cleanliness of facilities and the ongoing management of more permanent residents on site.
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J Mill
06/15/2024
Positives: 1. It’s affordable! 2. The location is perfect. It’s close to Boston and other points of interest. 3. There are basketball hoops and balls for something to do. 4. Community room with a tv, couches, games for the kids, and tables. 5. Two sets of bathrooms and a laundry room. It’s only $1 to wash and/or dry. 6. Many beautiful trees and shady spots. 7. Great fire pit centrally located for anyone to use with plenty of free wood. 8. There are tables & chairs scattered around the park to use. 9. Honeywagons are provided in case you’re in a spot with partial hookups and need to empty your tanks without having to drag your trailer over to the dump station. 10. It’s family friendly and felt safe! Negatives: 1. The bathrooms, laundry room, and community room were all dirty. 2. It’s clear to see who’s been there a while. Their spots are cluttered and messy. 3. It’s noisy, but it didn’t bother us too much. (It’s at the end of a flight line.) 4. It’s not actually on base. You just drive through an unmanned gate. 5. Unfortunately, this is the most run down and dirtiest FamCamp we’ve ever stayed at.
Mike Greene
09/25/2024
Wow, really mixed thoughts about this place and my hopes are that this review will alert those in charge of changes that NEED to take place here. First the Good. Staff was amazingly helpful and can not say enough good things about Jen and Lydia. We spoke with Lydia a few times by phone in making our reservation and she was KEY in giving us advice on how we should do our visit in to downtown Boston. We followed here plan to the last detail and had such an amazing day, so thank you Lydia. Jen, the head manager also super in helping us while we were there an also explained to me why and how things are what they are now. By the time we arrived here Jen had no help as they had all left for school and was trying to manage this place solo while also doing other duties on base leaving her a very small window to help campers. Laundry room was big and very affordable as compared to rates outside the base. Now the bad. Place overall looks and feels like a dump because of the SQUATTERS that are allowed to stay and JUNK up the place they way they do. Jen explained to me that (higher management) allows campers to stay here for up to 6 months. Folks, this is NOT camping but a change of address and ridiculous. There needs to be a limit, 14, maybe up to 30 days and then its time to MOVE ON! The place was packed when we arrived and saw a few that could not get in because of these squatters. Jen explained that permanent duty can live here and I can accept that but while there saw no one in uniform or fitting this description. The second part to this is the filthy conditions these squatters have allowed their rig and their site to become. In order to stay here I thought we all had to have served and so should have an idea of how to keep our areas up to standard. Including one photo of just ONE camper (but there were several) that were on blocks, had grass growing up the side of the rig, had broken down wood furniture outside the rig and some even had rabbits in cages....SERIOUSLY!!!!!!! My hope is that senior management will read this review and do something about this. Even if folks are allowed to move in for six months ( ridiculous) at least make them....FORCE THEM to keep their area up to standard. It should not be tolerated or accepted, they should be kicked out. I also respectfully ask that you consider keeping a portion of spots as first come first serve so that the rest of the campers can have a place to stay while we move across the Country. I know of other Fancamps that offer this and its is a huge help.
Nate's Trip
03/11/2024
Wow, what a great discovery ! Jenn is lovely, kind and so understanding. There is always a place for you. I love my experience there and definitely come back in the future. Clean showers, met a lot of great people, had good conversations. The fees are so affordable ! And you have the view on the landing road 😍 Wonderful job Jenn, thank you !
Misty
05/27/2024
We love it here. Safe family friendly camping YEAR ROUND!
Christine Fellows
08/09/2024
Great location, nice area for fire pit, inexpensive laundry, Downside bathrooms are very dirty . Was there five days and showers not cleaned once, laundry room also dirty