About this campground
Discover the vibrant heart of New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park at the National Park Visitor Center. Immerse yourself in a brief orientation and gather all the essential materials before embarking on your journey to explore the park, its diverse partners, and the rich tapestry of experiences that the City of New Bedford has to offer. *Please not the Visitor Center operates seasonally. Please see active exceptions to ensure that the Visitor Center is open for your visit.
Getting there
There are several ways to access the park, visit the link to see how: https://www.nps.gov/nebe/planyourvisit/directions.htm
Nearby federal campgrounds
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- Adams National Historical Park Visitor CenterAdams National Historical Park43 mi
- Peddocks Island Visitor CenterBoston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area46 mi
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Visitor Center & Park Garden Hours doesn't take campsite reservations — but plenty of nearby Massachusetts campgrounds do, and we'll alert you the moment a sold-out site opens up.
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