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Shawmecrowell State Forest

42 Main St, Sandwich, MA 02563, United States

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About This Campsite

Shawmecrowell State Forest

Shawmecrowell State Forest is a serene and well-maintained camping destination perfect for those looking to explore the enchanting landscape of Cape Cod. The campground features spacious sites and pristine, modern facilities, making it a convenient and comfortable choice for both locals and tourists. Its combination of peaceful surroundings and proximity to the area's attractions renders it an ideal base camp for adventures.

Location

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Key Features

  • Quiet and serene atmosphere, ideal for relaxation
  • Spacious campsites with plenty of privacy
  • Modern and clean bathroom facilities
  • Playground and recreational spaces for families
  • Proximity to Cape Cod attractions

Camping Tips

  • For a quieter experience, consider choosing a campsite located towards the back of the campground to minimize road noise.
  • Be conscious of poison ivy in certain areas, although warning signs are typically present.
  • Prepare for peculiarities with camping supplies—firewood can only be purchased with cash at an independently managed camp store.
  • Enjoy exploring the numerous recreational opportunities nearby while taking advantage of the area's affordability, especially for Massachusetts residents.

Overall Thoughts

Shawmecrowell State Forest provides a delightful blend of peaceful camping and accessibility to Cape Cod's renowned sites. The campground is recommended for families and individuals alike, with its affordable pricing and range of amenities making it a standout choice for both short visits and extended stays. Regular campers treasure its familiar appeal, returning year after year to enjoy its soothing natural backdrop.

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Reviews

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Ian Parsons

08/10/2024

Well maintained, quiet campground. Campsites are spacious. Bathrooms very clean! The location makes it a great place to explore Cape Cod. It's my second year staying here, and I would definitely come back again.

Kristy Johnson

07/23/2024

Really peaceful and affordable place to camp while exploring this area. There is a playground and bathhouse and it’s just incredibly peaceful. If you’re from out of state it cost like $54 I think, but MA residents pay $17 a night-ish for a campsite, incredibly affordable! Makes a trip to the cape and all the historic site here doable :-)

Heidianne Abdul-Aziz

08/22/2024

Been camping here since I was a baby 1st with my parents then with my kids as kids now all grown and back with the parental units "both in there 70's"

Christopher Hastings

08/19/2024

Nice little campground. My site was very private, but I could hear quite a bit of road noise and lawnmowers etc from the neighborhood. I would recommend looking at the map and picking a site that is in the back of the campground. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. The bathrooms were brand new and clean. The camp store is absolute TRASH. It exists solely because it has a firewood monopoly. It is privately run and not associated with the campground (in fact, the rangers expressed to me that they wish they could take it over, they would run it better). I posted a separate review about the camp store on their Google listing, but just keep in mind firewood is cash only, there is no ATM, and their hours are from whenever they get around to opening, to whenever they feel like leaving.

Damaris Carpenter

08/01/2021

Great place to bring the family, but be aware there is a lot of poison ivy around the sites. There's also a sign stating there is such thing, but didn't see it until after the fact, sign was somewhat covered. My husband got it on his hands which then ended up on his eyelids (touching face). Check in process was very easy, the staff is very nice and understanding. There's also a little store, but they don't always follow their store hours and the store doesn't carry much, but you can get your bundle of wood there, deodorant, mosquito spray etc. There isn't showers in all the bathrooms, but there's a specific "showers" area. Our kids loved the playground so did we, the playground looked new. There's slides, a little basketball court, restrooms are behind the playground and there's a few sites around/ near the playground. Overall it was a great experience and would definitely come again.

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