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Water's Edge
Overview
Water's Edge Family Campground offers a classic New England outdoor experience tucked away in the historic town of Lebanon, Connecticut. This park sits on the shores of a scenic lake, providing a mix of wooded campsites and waterfront views that appeal to those looking to disconnect from the daily grind. It balances a peaceful atmosphere with a robust schedule of community events, making it a staple for families who return year after year for its welcoming and social environment.
Location & Surroundings
Situated in New London County, the park is surrounded by the rolling hills and rich agricultural landscape of eastern Connecticut. The centerpiece is the direct access to Lower Gardners Lake, which provides a serene backdrop for morning coffee or sunset walks along the shoreline. Lebanon itself is famous for its historic town green, one of the largest in the country, giving the area a timeless feel that reflects its roots as a significant Revolutionary War hub.
Amenities & Park Features
The facility is well-equipped for modern RVers, offering spacious sites that accommodate various rig sizes. On-site recreation is centered around the sparkling swimming pool and the lake. Key features include:
- Direct access to the water for fishing and boating.
- A recreation hall hosting seasonal weekend dances and bingo.
- A well-stocked camp store and clean laundry facilities.
Children often gravitate toward the playground and the arcade for afternoon fun, while the pet-friendly atmosphere ensures the whole family can enjoy the stay.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
While the park offers plenty of quiet, it is conveniently located near some of Connecticut's most famous landmarks. Guests can take a short drive to the Mystic Seaport Museum to explore maritime history or visit the nearby casinos for world-class dining. For those who prefer the outdoors, the Air Line State Park Trail offers miles of scenic hiking and biking paths, while the whimsical architecture of Gillette Castle provides a unique day-trip destination for explorers.
Who This Park Is Best For
This destination is ideal for active families seeking a safe and engaging environment where children can participate in themed weekends and outdoor play. It also caters to nature lovers who prioritize water access and quiet evenings by a campfire. Because of its central location in the eastern part of the state, it serves as an excellent home base for travelers who want to balance relaxation with excursions to coastal towns and historic sites.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Discounts
- Facility
- Internet
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Shelly and Racey Walker
The staff are very nice at this campground. There is a nice large pond where you can catch fish. There is not much to do in the small towns around this campground and it takes quite a while to get to the campground off of the road. you are traveling on.We will probably not come back to this campground.
Mike Jewell
Great faimly campground with daily activities. Facilities were clean, staff was friendly, and most sites were plenty big enough.
Jim Geiger
Very nice campground! Professional and friendly staff. All aspects of visit were pleasant. Thank you!
F Mac
One staff lady is rude at front desk All you hear Monday thru Friday is chain saws and leaf blowers. It is annoying at best. Pumping station has constant issues. Roads are horrible and dangerous for kids. No real activities unless you are a senior. Skunks and deer are all over. Twin brothers (owners) are great! They just have no clue how their business is being hurt by someone who has no skill regarding how to treat people. Most of maintenance staff is nasty to patrons and they don't care. If you like golf cart parades and corn hole you will love it. Seasonal people think they own it and have no problem yelling at campers. Prices are too high for a fun stay. Watch out for trees and limbs falling on your camper and cars. And water from broken pipes flooding your site. Not a good pick.
Matt Carroll
Been camping here for several years. Great place, friendly people. Very sorry to hear that some weekender campers ruined it for some people leaving the 1 star review. But, I can assure you that is the exception, and not the rule. This place is usually quiet, and they do have people going around making sure the quiet time is enforced. I don't know why that wasn't the case during their visit. I have seen loud people forced to leave before. It's a very family oriented campground, with lots of well thought out activities. Update 2025: The weekend activities have definitely fallen off the last few years after a particular camper that used to host everything left, and the replacements have not maintained that level of fun or cohesiveness. This will be our last year as seasonals there. It's still a nice campground, but the activities have gotten stale, and the few new activities are not professionally done. While we may be done camping completely, the campground was an influence in that decision, but not the entire reason. Its still a nice place overall.