Markham Meadows Campground

The Great Outdoors

When you camp at Markham Meadows Campground, you'll be in a prime position to explore the breathtaking countryside of central Connecticut, from its enchanting parks by the Connecticut River to the sizable chunks of forest found between its metro areas.The RV park is located between two amazing state parks. Day Pond State Park is named for the Day family homestead, built by the pond. Some foundational stones from the ruins can be seen while hiking along the shores of Day Pond, and there is lots of swimming, fishing, kayaking, and mountain biking to do while stopping by. Hurd State Park is also found in East Hampton along the Connecticut River, with dazzling views and plenty of space to swim, boat, or go fishing. The park is named for the Hurd family, who established a homestead of their own during the early 18th century.Millers Pond State Park is found on the other side of the Connecticut River. The pond is a fantastic place to swim, and it has some of the best fishing in the entire state if you like catching trout, bass, and other freshwater fish either from the banks of its small coves or in the middle while boating around. Hiking, biking, and hunting are also options when visiting the park with your East Hampton campervan rental.Known for being one of the most iconic state parks in the region, Gillette Castle State Park features splendid castle ruins and epic views of the river. The castle belonged to actor William Gillette. Take pictures in the stone ruins, hike to the peak of the hill for incredible vantage points, or visit the on-site museum to learn about the park, the castle, and the surrounding nature areas.

City Sightseeing

In a state as small as Connecticut, all of its cities are easy to reach when you rent an RV near Markham Meadows Campground. Not far from New Haven, Hartford, or New London, there are plenty of options as far as sightseeing opportunities go, but Middletown is the closest city to the RV park. There you can visit places like the Van Vleck Observatory on the Wesleyan College campus to learn about space. See stars in the planetarium, learn about the cosmos, and speak to astronomers while you tour the wonderful learning center in Middletown.The Kidcity Children’s Museum is designed for children under the age of seven, a perfect destination for those traveling with young children. This fantastic learning center enables children to learn about the natural world, play with one another, and engage with hands-on exhibits or model trains.Up in Hartford, there are countless attractions to check out, from the gorgeous Connecticut State Capitol Building to the Mark Twain House Museum in the downtown area. You can learn a great deal about this famous American writer's life from knowledgeable guides while touring the place. With art museums, science centers, and plenty of historic sites, Hartford is packed with interesting attractions, despite its small size. Book a motorhome rental near East Hampton, and you can enjoy all that this region has to offer.