Wawaloam Campground

Richmond, Rhode Island

128 RV Sites

On roughly 100 wooded acres in the rural South County countryside of Richmond, Rhode Island, Wawaloam Campground has been delivering family camping experiences in one of southern New England's quietest and most scenic corners since the 1960s. The campground's mix of sun and shade, reliable amenities, and signature 287-foot waterslide have made it a Good Sam and TripAdvisor top-rated destination that draws loyal returning families alongside first-time visitors who discover southern Rhode Island's campground scene. In a state where outdoor destinations often compete with coastal crowds, Wawaloam offers a genuinely relaxed inland alternative. Wawaloam operates as an RV-only facility—no tent camping—and full hookup sites with 30 and 50-amp service are complemented by water and electric options across the property's varied terrain. The waterslide is the campground's most talked-about feature, drawing guests specifically to experience the 287-foot run that ends with significant momentum and considerable crowd enthusiasm. A large, clean swimming pool and enhanced splash pad provide additional warm-weather water fun at a more relaxed pace. Mini golf, a basketball court, horseshoes, a fishing area, and a playground round out the active recreation options, and a snack bar, dining hall, laundry facilities, and camp store handle the practical and culinary needs of a weekend or week-long stay. The campground's pet-friendly policy ensures that dogs travel comfortably. The 100-acre property gives Wawaloam a spacious, wooded character that makes even a full summer weekend feel less crowded than you might expect. The surrounding South County landscape—rolling hills, stone walls, and the working farms that have defined this part of Rhode Island for centuries—provides a pastoral setting that guests from the northeastern corridor find immediately restorative. Evening campfires and the particular quiet of rural Rhode Island nights mark the difference from the weekend beach resort alternatives along the coast. Rhode Island's South County is among the most naturally beautiful and historically layered corners of the Ocean State. The Watch Hill area and the beaches of Charlestown, Westerly, and Narragansett are accessible for coastal days when the mood shifts to salt air and ocean. The Narrow River, Pawcatuck River, and multiple freshwater ponds and reservations provide kayaking, canoeing, and fishing within a short drive. The University of Rhode Island campus and the Kingston historic district add cultural dimensions, and the ferry service to Block Island—one of New England's most beloved day and overnight destinations—departs from Point Judith, easily accessible from Richmond. Wawaloam Campground operates through the summer camping season, typically from late May through Columbus Day weekend. Summer weekends fill quickly on the strength of repeat bookings from families who have been coming to Wawaloam for years, and the waterslide creates additional demand on hot-weather weekends. Weekday stays offer a quieter alternative with considerably greater availability and more relaxed site selection. Book early for summer weekends, bring the swimsuits, and let southern Rhode Island's unfussy charm work its magic.

What does this place offer

Ball Field
Basketball
Bathrooms
Craft Room
Dog Park

Dump Station
Fishing
Full Hookup
Gated Entrance
General Store

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Location

Wawaloam Campground, 510 Gardiner Rd, West Kingston, RI 02892, USA

Things to know

Check-in: 3:00 PM

Check-out: 12:00 PM

Rules

Check-In Procedure - Check-in time is 3 PM. - Check-out time is 12 PM. - Early check-in is available for regular sites if the site is available for $10 per hour. - You must call first to confirm availability. - While each park attempts to accommodate your exact spot request, the on-site manager has the ultimate decision for spot placement. Payment - Payment is required in full at time of making reservations. Gate - Wawaloam has gates. - Your gate code will be emailed to you prior to arrival. - The gates are manned on weekends to register visitors and monitor incoming and outgoing traffic. Occupancy Policy - Occupancy is maxed at 2 adults and your children under the age of 21 at no cost. Additional Guest Fees - Additional adults will incur an extra fee. - Extra adults are charged $10 each per night at time of reservation (if staying in your camping unit). Outdoor Mat/Carpet Guidelines - Outside carpet/mats should be no larger than 2' x 3' for grass sites. - Other sizes are permitted for dirt/gravel sites. - All mats/carpets should be picked up at the end of the weekend to allow grass to grow. Vehicle - Vehicles are limited to 2 vehicles per site, which should be registered prior to your arrival, or at check in. - Additional vehicles must also be registered, but will be parked in visitor parking. - Motorcycles may be driven into your sites, but please refrain from using them to travel around throughout the park. - Motorized scooters, mopeds, hoverboards, skateboards, and rollerblades are not allowed. Bike - Bikes are to be ridden responsibly, do not ride on decks or in buildings, no riding recklessly, helmets are required for ages 15 & under by state of Rhode Island law. - Bikes must be parked by dusk. - If your child is found riding their bike inappropriately, the bike will be taken and returned to you upon check-out. Firewood Policy - Firewood is not permitted from outside the state of Rhode Island. Fishing - Fishing permitted, no license required. - Catch & release policy. Laundry - Use of RV washers and dryers is prohibited. - Please use the laundry facility on premises. Pet Policy - Pets are allowed. - 2 maximum, and must remain on leash at all times. - Aggressive and excessive barking dogs are not allowed. - Pets while on your site must remain on a run or in a temporary fence. Fence - If you are staying for an extended package, the temporary fencing must be picked up during the week for mowing. - No permanent fencing or banging of fence posts into the ground. Pool - The pool is open from Memorial until at least Labor, from 10 am until dusk (typically 8 pm midsummer). - It will be closed during inclement weather or storms. - Children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult at all times (inside the pool area). - They also must be able to swim independently without floatation devices and without any assistance at the bottom. Slide - The waterslides are open from Memorial until at least Labor, and operate weekends from 11 am to 7 pm. - Midweek shoulder season (June), it will operate based on park occupancy. - July and August, it will be open from 12-4 daily, except during inclement weather or storms. - Children under the height 42" are not eligible to use the slide. - Children are not allowed to be caught by a parent. Splash Pad - The splash pad is automatic and turns on at 9 am and turns off at 8 pm. - If it is not flowing, press the button on the top of the blue tube, and it will restart (during the operating hours). Rec Hall - The Rec Hall is open throughout the weekend during office hours. - Adult supervision is required of all children age 10 & under. Trash - Weekend Campers- please put your camping trash in the dumpsters at the store parking lot or by the pavilion. - No bulky waste- those items must be removed from the park by you. Quiet Hour - 11 pm strictly enforced. - All youth under the age of 21 must be back at their sites by 10 pm. Site Issues - Other emergencies, consisting of site, noise, misbehaving, and other security issues, please call Security. - Medical issues and all calls to 911 must be reported to Security immediately to assist emergency with finding your site. Vandalism - Please be respectful of Wawaloam property. - Acts of vandalism of any kind will not be tolerated. - The first act will result in a minimum of a warning. - The second act will result in expulsion from the park. Visitor - Visitors will be charged a per-day visitor fee and must keep their car parked in the visitor lot (no exceptions). Campground Disclaimer - If any of the terms and conditions are broken or not followed, your stay at Wawaloam may be immediately terminated, and all fees paid in will be forfeited with no refunds, at management's discretion. - Please ensure all members of your party, including any visitors or guests, abide by the terms and conditions as outlined. - Wawaloam is an RV park only - We do not offer tent sites or tent camping at this time.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Policy - Early departure (for any reason) does not constitute a refund or return of money in any way, including credits on the account. Reservations and Payments - Reservations and Payments are not transferable. - Sites cannot be transferred, resold, or subletted without management approval. - Cancellation after arrival – no refund. RV/Tent/Transient Sites - Cancellation – (0-14 Days from reservation start date) – No Refund. - Cancellation – (15-30 Days from reservation start date) - Full Refund, minus a 25% cancellation fee on the reservation total. - Cancellation – (31+ Days from reservation start date) - Full Refund, minus a 10% cancellation fee on the reservation total. Seasonal Cancellations - If you are a seasonal guest and decide to cancel your reservation, you must contact campground management. - The campground will hold the $1,000 non-refundable deposit. - Any payments made before the park opening will be refunded, less the deposit. - If the cancellation occurs during the camping season, a refund will not be issued. - If the campground finds a seasonal replacement for your site, then a refund will be granted to you in the amount of the newly sold site, less the non-refundable deposit. Holiday Weekends - No refunds on reservations canceled during a holiday weekend. Cancellation Modification - In general, if you cancel a reservation, the amount refunded to you is determined by the Campsite's cancellation policy that applies to your reservation. - Any additional service fee charged to you by the Campsite may be refunded pursuant to the cancellation policy presented in the applicable listing. - Both you and each Campsite are responsible for any modifications made to your reservation, and you agree to pay any applicable fees related to such reservation modification. Booking Fee - The booking fee is fully refundable if you cancel your Campsite reservation within 24 hours of booking. - After 24 hours, the booking fee is refundable only if your Campsite reservation is also fully refundable at the time of cancellation. - Please note that the booking fee is not partially refundable. - All Spot2Nite reservations require payment in full at the time of booking. - Please contact Spot2Nite to cancel a reservation via email to [email protected] or call (877)778-2683, Option 1. - Spot2Nite convenience fees and credit card processing fees are non-refundable.