George Washington Memorial Camping Area

Located within the 4000 acre George Washington Management Area, and on the shores of Bowdish Reservoir, the 100 acre George Washington Memorial Camping Area is an overnight, primitive camping facility offering a multitude of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. There are 45 treed, well spaced gravel sites suitable for tents, trailers, and RV’s. Electrical hookups are not available; water is available from the various shared spigots throughout the campground. Bathrooms are either outhouses or pit toilets, there are no shower facilities. There are two Adirondack style Shelters available by reservation, for group camping (limited to 20 persons each).

Location: Putnam Pike, Glocester , RI 02814

Mailing Address:
George Washington Management Area Headquarters
2185 Putnam Pike
Chepachet , RI    02814-1705

Phone Numbers:
George Washington Camping Area [401] 568-6700 (Seasonal)
George Washington Management Area
[401] 568-2013

Size: 100 acres [approximately]     Map: Click here

Reservations: reservations are available through ReserveAmerica. To make a reservation Click Here

Reservation Regulations: The minimum length of stay is One day. Following each stay, regardless of duration, a Seven day interim period is mandatory for all members of camping party and equipment.

 Fees:

Rhode Island Residents
      Campsite - $14/night
      Shelter - $35/night
      Second vehicle - $4
      Visitors - $2/vehicle
     
Non-residents
      Campsite - $20/night
      Shelter - $35/night
      Second vehicle - $6
      Visitors - $4/vehicle

Directions From Providence :
Take Interstate Rt. 6 West, to Route 295 North, to State Route 44 West. Follow 44 West approximately 13.5 miles to the Campground entrance on your right.

Operational Times: April 9, 2010, Friday of the weekend of Opening Day for Trout (second Saturday in April ) until the Monday of Columbus Day weekend.

Special: Life guards may not be available at all times.
The use of flotation devices in the swimming area is strictly prohibited.
Florescent orange requirements apply for all users of the adjacent George Washington Management Area during hunting season, including but not limited to hikers and cyclists.

Facilities & Activities: Bathrooms, pit toilets, hiking, cycling, fishing, & swimming. Boat ramp.

Firewood: The RI Department of Environmental Management urges all visitors to RI Campgrounds and Parks to help STOP THE SPREAD of nonnative insects and diseases.  Transporting firewood can also transport a number of insects and diseases that threaten the health of our forests.  Gypsy moth, emerald ash borer, and beech bark disease are just a few of the growing number of firewood hitchhikers that can kill large numbers of trees.

  You can help by following these simple precautions:  

·  Do not bring firewood with you when you camp.

·  Buy firewood when you reach your destination.

·  Don’t take any with you when you leave.  Burn it all or give it to other campers in the park.

PROTECT RHODE ISLAND’S FORESTS - DON’T TRANSPORT FIREWOOD

All Trash Is Carry In Carry out Please!