On the shores of a 200-acre lake, Tully Lake Campground offers a classic tent-only camping retreat with an array of modern conveniences and outdoor recreation in the shade of towering pine trees. All campsites are ‘walk-in’- about 5-10 minute walk from the parking lot. No cars allowed at campsites.

Before arriving, you’ll reserve a campsite either inland or on the waterfront, each with its own picnic table and fire pit with grill. Along with a centrally located bathhouse with flush toilets and showers, firewood, fire starters, and ice are sold onsite. Don’t wait to reserve, this campground fills up quickly!

*HIGH DEMAND* If you have trouble finding a campsite at Tully Lake, please visit our sister campground in Provincetown, offering camping on the Cape: Dunes’ Edge Campground.

*The Tully Lake Campground is owned by the Army Corps of Engineers and managed by The Trustees.

WHAT TO DO: After pitching your tent, it’s time to explore the wonders all around. Rent a canoe or kayak to paddle up the Tully River and explore the islands and inlets on the lake, or cast a fishing line from the campground banks. Amble down sections of the 22-mile Tully Trail for glimpses of tranquil overlooks and roaring waterfalls—and, if you’re up for it, spend two days hiking the whole trail—or mountain bike the 7.5-mile loop around Long Pond. Head back and take a nap, or gather the whole family for a game of disc golf, horseshoes, volleyball, or cornhole.

RENTALS AVAILABLE:

• Boat Rentals (Kayaks & Canoes)
• Paddle Board Rentals
• Disc Golf Rentals
• Fishing Pole Rentals

Reservations are now available for May 2-18 (weekends only) and May 23-June 8.
The remainder of reservations for the 2025 camping season will open at 7am as follows.

• March 17 — Reservations release for June 9–July 20
• March 24 — Reservations release for July 21–September 1 and September 5–October 13 (weekends only)

• Check-in is at 2PM, Check-out is at noon
• Site fees include 4 campers and 2 vehicles
• $8 per night per additional person
• 8 person limit per site (excluding children 4 and under)
• $10 per extra car
• Weekends are 2-night minimum stay (Fri-Sat or Sat-Sun)
• Trustees’ members receive a 10% discount on their site fees for one site per reservation, boat rentals, and merchandise. Discounts will be applied on-site upon check-in. To become a member, and to enjoy access to all 120 of the Trustees of Reservations properties, please click HERE.

Rentals are available:

• Disc Golf Rentals: $5
• Fishing Pole Rentals: $10
• Boat Rentals (Kayaks & Canoes)

Tully Lake Campground
25 Doane Hill Road
Royalston, MA 01368
Tel: 978.249.4957 (March – October)
tullylakecampground@thetrustees.org

Get directions on Google Maps.

From Rt. 2, take Exit 77 and turn left onto Rt. 2A West toward Athol. From the intersection of Rts. 2A and 32 North in Athol, cross the Millers River Bridge and bear left following the signs on Rt. 32 North. Proceed about 4 mi., passing the Tully Dam, and take a right onto Doane Hill Rd. Proceed for 1 mi. Tully Lake Campground is on the right.

Mailing Address:

Tully Lake Campground
P.O. Box 100
Royalston, MA 01368

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*The Tully Lake Campground is owned by the Army Corps of Engineers and managed by The Trustees.

Explore the Campsites

Tully Lake Campground showcases the best of New England outdoor recreation. Paddle up the picturesque Tully River, or explore the islands and inlets on the lake. Hike to tranquil overlooks and roaring waterfalls, or mountain bike the 7.5-mile loop around Long Pond. Fish off the campground banks or lounge in the refreshing shade of towering pine trees.

• Tent-only campground offers a unique getaway in Royalston, Massachusetts.
• Choose from inland and waterfront campsites. We have carts available for hauling your gear to your site (note: no vehicles are allowed on site).
• Bring the entire family – we offer family-oriented programs throughout the season.
• Dogs are welcome, as long as you bring a copy of their rabies vaccination and keep them on-leash only, please.
• Relax by the water or get out on it: Rent canoes, kayaks, fishing poles, GPS, or disc golf equipment.
• Centrally located bathhouse with flush toilets and showers available for guest use.

Learn more about the Tully Trail .

*The Tully Lake Campground is owned by the Army Corps of Engineers and managed by The Trustees.

Centrally located bathhouse with flush toilets and showers available for guest use. Firewood, fire starters, and ice are sold onsite.

Accessibility features

• Wheelchair accessible campsites (1 & 2 first come first serve)
• Wheelchair accessible bathrooms
• Wheelchair accessible parking
• All-terrain Wheelchair accessible trails

PAVILLION RENTAL: The US Army Corp pavilion, which is not located at Tully Lake Campground, is now reservable through the recreation.gov website. See the link below. You can use the calendar feature online and select the appropriate date and check out using your credit card.

https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/251564

Navigating the Area:

*The Tully Lake Campground is owned by the Army Corps of Engineers and managed by The Trustees.

Campground Regulations

• Pets are allowed and must be kept on leash and cleaned up after. Owners must present a copy of proof of rabies vaccination
• Alcohol is not permitted
• No more than two 4-person tents and one tarp/screen tent is allowed per site.
• An adult must accompany all campers under the age of 18.
• Quiet hours are between 10PM and 7AM.
• Please no portable electronic devices that can be heard from neighboring sites
• Firewood is available for sale. To eliminate the spread of infectious insects and diseases to trees, we no longer allow wood from home.
• Collection of dead loose wood from the ground IS allowed, removing live trees and branches is NOT.
• Swimming and wading IS allowed at the camper’s own risk.
• Food must not be left at sites unattended. Please bring locking storage or bring food back to your vehicle when not at your site.
• Dishes must be washed at the outside sinks at the comfort station, not in the lake or at sites.
• The possession of firearms, or other projectile firing devices is prohibited (pellet guns, bows, etc.)

Arriving Late?

If you are going to arrive later than 8PM on the first night of your reservation, PLEASE call (978) 249-4957 or email the campground at tullylakecampground@thetrustees.org. Visitors that do not notify the campground of a late arrival may forfeit their entire reservation, and are not eligible for a refund.

Cancellation Policy

Visitors that do not arrive or call 978.249.4957 by 8PM on the first day of their reservation are not eligible for a refund and are not guaranteed their site. Otherwise the reservation will be cancelled and subject to re-rental. While we hope you do not need to cancel, we have a high demand for our sites so we must enforce a strict cancellation/No show policy. We don’t charge extra for sunshine, and we can’t give refunds due to bad weather (like rain and storms) or climate related events (like fire bans due to drought or low lake levels). Check weather reports and cancel early if weather is an issue for you. No refunds for early departures.

• For cancellations made within 7 days of your scheduled arrival, no refunds are given.
• For cancellations made between 8–14 days before arrival, one day’s site fee (per reserved site) will be kept and the remainder will be refunded back onto the card used to reserve the campsite.
• For cancellations made 15 days or more before arrival, a $20 processing fee will be kept and the remainder will be refunded back onto the card used to reserve the campsite.
• No refunds for early departures.

*The Member price is the 90% deposit. For non-Trustees Members, you will be charged the remainder of your deposit the 1st day of your reservation (regardless if you show up). If you are a Trustees Member, please bring your membership card with you and we will not charge the additional 10%.*

Closure Policy

In rare circumstances, we may need to close the campground due to safety concerns, typically from heavy storm damage or flooding events. If we need to close the campground, you will be refunded at a rate of 50% for the days that the campground is closed. If you still have days remaining on your reservation, we will be in communication when we are able to safely reopen the campground. Should you elect to not return for the remainder of your reservation, those nights will not be refunded.

PHOTOGRAPHY: We ask that photographers or their clients become Supporting Members before conducting portrait sessions at this property.  Click here for more information, and to request permission for any portrait sessions. The Trustees of Reservations reserves the right, and may give permission to its designated photographers and videographers, or to outside media, to photograph or video visitors and program participants at all its facilities and properties.