RV Parks In Moncton, New Brunswick
46.0945° N, 64.7965° W
Quick Overview
Moncton is the hub of southeastern New Brunswick and one of the easiest, most rewarding RV bases in Atlantic Canada. It sits at the crossroads of the Trans-Canada Highway and Route 15, so you roll in on four-lane road, and it puts you within an easy drive of the warm beaches of the Northumberland Strait and the record-setting tides of the Bay of Fundy. For RVers, the draw is that everything clusters together: the famous Magnetic Hill, Magic Mountain water park, a zoo, and several campgrounds all sit in the same northwest corner of the city.
The camping here is a genuine mix of public and private. On the private side, Camper's City on Queensway Drive is the standout, a full-service park minutes from Magnetic Hill with full hookups, 15/30/50-amp service, and big-rig pull-through sites, and Stonehurst Golf Course & Trailer Park is another family option in the same area. About 25 minutes east in Shediac you get more choices, including the big-rig-friendly Ocean Surf RV Park and, for a public stay, Parlee Beach Provincial Park right on one of the warmest saltwater beaches on the East Coast.
That spread gives you real flexibility. You can plug into full hookups near the city attractions, or set up at the provincial park by the beach and day-trip into Moncton. Big rigs do well here: the main highways are four-lane through town with easy exits to the campgrounds, and the private parks are built for larger RVs. The one thing to plan around is season, since these are Maritime parks that run roughly May through October and fill fast on summer festival and beach weekends. Because Moncton is a full-size city, you also get easy fuel, groceries, propane, and RV service, which makes it a natural resupply stop as much as a destination on an Atlantic Canada tour. The sections below cover getting here, hookups and reservations, seasonal timing, costs, and the day trips that make Moncton worth several nights.
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| Chicken Roead | 0.2 mi | N/A | Dump Station | Varies |
| Ryder Park Ltd | 3.0 mi | N/A | Dump Station | Varies |
| Camper's City RV Resort | 3.1 mi | N/A | Dump Station | Varies |
| Stonehurst Campground & Golf Course | 6.6 mi | 4.4 | Dump Station | Varies |
| Kavanagh Farm Camping | 11.0 mi | 4.2 | Dump Station | Varies |
| Silver Meadows | 11.4 mi | N/A | Dump Station | Varies |
| Camping Parasol | 14.2 mi | 4.0 | Dump Station | Varies |
| Wishing Star Campground | 14.3 mi | N/A | Dump Station | Varies |
| Riverbend Wilderness Camping | 14.7 mi | N/A | Dump Station | Varies |
| Platinum RV Park | 16.2 mi | 4.5 | Dump Station | Varies |
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3.0 miCamper's City RV Resort
3.1 miStonehurst Campground & Golf Course
6.6 miKavanagh Farm Camping
11.0 miSilver Meadows
11.4 miCamping Parasol
14.2 miWishing Star Campground
14.3 miRiverbend Wilderness Camping
14.7 miPlatinum RV Park
16.2 miTraveling to Moncton by RV
Moncton is one of the simplest Maritime cities to reach with a big rig. The Trans-Canada Highway 2 and Route 15 are four-lane and run right through the area, with straightforward exits to the campgrounds clustered near Magnetic Hill in the northwest of the city. Route 11 heads northeast up the Acadian coast, and Route 106 and local roads connect to Shediac and Parlee Beach about 25 minutes east. Greater Moncton Roncalli International Airport is right in town if you are flying in to meet an RV.
Once you are set up, the region is made for day trips. Hopewell Rocks and the Bay of Fundy tides are about 40 minutes south on Route 114, Shediac and its warm beaches are a short hop east, and downtown Moncton with its riverfront and twice-daily tidal bore is minutes away. Fuel, groceries, propane, and RV service are all easy to find in this full-size city, so Moncton makes a comfortable resupply stop as well as a destination. Watch for summer festival traffic downtown, but the highways themselves stay easy for towing.
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Before You Go: RV Trip Essentials
Dump stations are only one piece of the trip puzzle. Before you set out for your trip to Moncton, New Brunswick, it's worth taking thirty minutes to check that the basics are in place — the four areas below are where unprepared RVers most often get stung.
Check your RV insurance coverage
A standard auto policy rarely covers a Class A, Class C, or travel trailer the way a dedicated RV insurance policy does. If you're financing a motorhome, lenders typically require comprehensive and collision; full-timers should additionally price in vacation liability and personal belongings coverage. Rates vary widely by state and travel pattern — compare quotes from multiple RV-focused carriers before each season.
Know your roadside assistance options
RV-specific roadside plans tow motorhomes and trailers that regular AAA coverage won't touch — flat beds, mobile mechanics, tire service for duallies, and even emergency lockouts at remote campgrounds. Good plans cover your spouse and trailer even if you're driving a separate vehicle, and some include trip interruption reimbursement if a breakdown costs you a reservation.
Decide about an extended warranty early
Original manufacturer warranties on new RVs typically run 12–24 months — shorter than most buyers realize. An extended service contract (essentially a mechanical breakdown policy) covers the appliances, slides, levelling systems, and drivetrain components that can run $3,000–$10,000 to replace. The time to price one is before the factory coverage expires, not after something breaks.
Set up a travel rewards card for fuel and fees
A no-annual-fee travel or gas rewards card pays for itself on a single month of RV travel. Expect to spend $400–$800 per week combined on fuel, campgrounds, and propane — 3–5% cash back on gas alone covers the next oil change. For bigger trips, a sign-up bonus can offset campground fees for the whole season.
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Dump Station Costs in Moncton
RV camping around Moncton is fair value by Maritime standards. The private full-hookup parks near Magnetic Hill and in Shediac, such as Camper's City and Ocean Surf RV Park, land in the $$ band, which is normal for full hookups with 15/30/50-amp service, water, sewer, and pull-through big-rig sites. Parlee Beach Provincial Park is the budget public option in the $ range, though its serviced sites are limited and book fast in summer.
The trade-off is amenities versus setting: you pay more at the private parks for full hookups and proximity to the attractions, less at the provincial park for a simpler site steps from the beach. Summer weekends, especially around Moncton's festivals and peak beach season, carry the firmest rates and sell out first, so reserving early is as much about getting a site as saving money. Shoulder-season stays in late spring and September offer the best combination of open parks, mild weather, and softer demand.
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Best Time to Visit Moncton by RV
Winter
Nov - Feb
-12°C - -3°C
Crowds: Low
Cold and snowy; area campgrounds close for the season. Not a practical RV window in southeastern New Brunswick.
Spring
Mar - May
1°C - 11°C
Crowds: Low
Cool and variable Maritime spring. Most area parks open in May; book ahead only for the Victoria Day long weekend, otherwise availability is wide open.
Summer
Jun - Aug
14°C - 25°C
Crowds: High
Warm, humid peak season. Parlee Beach and Magnetic Hill draw crowds and festival weekends fill parks, so reserve full-hookup sites well ahead.
Fall
Sep - Oct
3°C - 13°C
Crowds: Medium
Crisp, colorful, and quieter. Parks wind down by mid-October, so confirm closing dates; great time for Hopewell Rocks with thin crowds.
Explore the Moncton Area
A few things we tell friends heading to Moncton. Base yourself near Magnetic Hill if you have kids: the water park, the zoo, the concert site, and full-hookup campgrounds like Camper's City are all right there, so you cut down on driving. Book those full-hookup sites early for summer festival weekends, when Moncton fills up. If the beach is your priority, aim for Shediac instead, where Ocean Surf RV Park and Parlee Beach Provincial Park put you on the Northumberland Strait, home to some of the warmest saltwater on the East Coast.
The single best day trip is Hopewell Rocks on the Bay of Fundy, about 40 minutes south. Time it for low tide so you can walk the ocean floor among the flowerpot rocks, then come back near high tide to watch the same spot swallowed by the world's highest tides. Back in the city, catch the Petitcodiac River tidal bore, which rolls upriver twice a day. Go midweek where you can to dodge the summer beach-and-festival crowds, and remember these Maritime parks are seasonal, so confirm opening dates in spring and fall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dump Stations in Moncton
What are the best RV parks and campgrounds in Moncton?
For full hookups near the attractions, Camper's City on Queensway Drive is the standout, minutes from Magnetic Hill with 15/30/50-amp service, water, sewer, and pull-through sites for big rigs. Stonehurst Golf Course & Trailer Park is another family option in the same area with full and partial hookups. About 25 minutes east in Shediac, Ocean Surf RV Park offers big-rig full-hookup sites near the beach, and Parlee Beach Provincial Park is the public choice right on the warm-water Northumberland Strait. Together they cover city-attraction stays and beach stays.
Do Moncton RV parks have full hookups?
Yes. The private parks are your full-hookup options: Camper's City offers full hookups with 15, 30, and 50-amp service, water, and sewer, and Ocean Surf RV Park in nearby Shediac has 30/50-amp fully serviced pull-through sites. Stonehurst has a mix of full and partial hookups. Parlee Beach Provincial Park, the public option, has some serviced sites plus showers and a dump station, but not full hookups at every site. If you need reliable sewer and 50-amp power for a big rig, book one of the private parks.
How much does RV camping cost in Moncton?
Expect the private full-hookup parks like Camper's City and Ocean Surf RV Park to fall in a moderate mid-range band, which is standard for full hookups with 15/30/50-amp service, water, sewer, and pull-through sites. Parlee Beach Provincial Park is the budget public option in the lower range, though its serviced sites are limited and book quickly. The difference is amenities and location: you pay more for full hookups near the attractions, less for a simpler provincial site by the beach. Summer festival and beach weekends carry the firmest rates.
How far ahead do I need to reserve a campsite in Moncton?
For summer weekends, especially around Moncton's festivals and peak beach season in July and August, reserve four to eight weeks ahead, since the full-hookup parks near Magnetic Hill and the serviced sites at Parlee Beach fill fast. Parlee Beach Provincial Park books through the New Brunswick provincial reservation system and its serviced sites go early. The private parks, including Camper's City and Ocean Surf, take direct bookings and are more flexible midweek. Spring and fall are easy, with wide availability outside the Victoria Day and Labour Day long weekends.
When is the best time to go RV camping in Moncton?
Summer is the main season, roughly late June through August, when the weather is warm, Parlee Beach is at its best, and all the attractions are open, though it is also the busiest and priciest time. September is our favorite for the mild days, thinner crowds, and easier Hopewell Rocks visits before parks close in mid-October. Late spring, from mid-May, is quiet and pleasant once parks open. Winter is cold, snowy, and effectively shut down for RVs in southeastern New Brunswick, so plan for the May-to-October window.
Can big rigs camp in Moncton?
Yes, comfortably. The Trans-Canada Highway 2 and Route 15 are four-lane right through Moncton with easy exits to the campgrounds, so getting a big rig into the area is simple. Camper's City is built for larger RVs with full-hookup pull-through sites, and Ocean Surf RV Park in Shediac offers 30/50-amp fully serviced pull-throughs for the largest rigs. The provincial park at Parlee Beach can take moderate-size RVs, though sites are tighter, so check dimensions when you reserve. Overall this is one of the more big-rig-friendly areas in Atlantic Canada.
Are there free or first-come camping options near Moncton?
Not really in the immediate area. Moncton is a full-size city surrounded by developed land, so there is little free or first-come camping close by; Crown-land options exist farther out in the province but are not practical as a city base. Your best budget play is a site at Parlee Beach Provincial Park in Shediac, which is inexpensive but books up in summer. For guaranteed availability, especially on weekends, reserve a private park. Most travelers here use serviced campgrounds rather than trying to boondock near the city.
Is Hopewell Rocks worth the trip from Moncton?
Absolutely, it is the signature day trip. Hopewell Rocks is about 40 minutes south of Moncton on the Bay of Fundy, home to the highest tides in the world. At low tide you walk on the ocean floor among towering flowerpot rock formations; come back near high tide and the same spot is under many meters of water. Check the tide schedule before you go and try to see both low and high tide for the full effect. It pairs well with a stop at the nearby Fundy coastline and Alma.
What is there to do in Moncton while camping?
Plenty, and it is family-friendly. The Magnetic Hill area has the famous optical-illusion hill, Magic Mountain water park, and a zoo, all clustered near the campgrounds. Downtown, walk the riverfront and catch the Petitcodiac River tidal bore that rolls upriver twice daily. Day-trip to Hopewell Rocks and the Bay of Fundy tides about 40 minutes south, and to Parlee Beach in Shediac for warm saltwater swimming about 25 minutes east. Between the attractions, the beach, and the Fundy coast, Moncton easily fills several days.
Are Moncton campgrounds open in winter?
No. The area campgrounds, both private parks like Camper's City and the provincial park at Parlee Beach, are seasonal and close for the winter, typically running May through October. Winters in southeastern New Brunswick are cold and snowy, with regular sub-zero temperatures and no meaningful demand for camping, so there are no reliable year-round RV parks in the immediate area. If you are traveling the Maritimes off-season, plan for indoor accommodations around Moncton and save the RV camping for the mid-May to mid-October window.
Which Moncton campground is best for families?
For families, base near Magnetic Hill. Camper's City puts you within minutes of Magic Mountain water park, the zoo, and the famous Magnetic Hill itself, with full hookups and pull-through sites that make setup easy. Stonehurst is another family-oriented option in the same area. If beach days are the goal, the Shediac parks, including Ocean Surf RV Park and Parlee Beach Provincial Park, put the kids on warm Northumberland Strait sand about 25 minutes east. Either way you get short drives to the attractions and easy full or partial hookups.
How do I get to the Moncton campgrounds with an RV?
Follow the Trans-Canada Highway 2 or Route 15, both four-lane through the Moncton area, and exit toward Magnetic Hill in the northwest of the city, where Camper's City and Stonehurst are located. For the Shediac parks, continue east on Route 15 about 25 minutes to Ocean Surf RV Park and Parlee Beach Provincial Park. The highways are big-rig friendly with clear signage, and Greater Moncton airport is central if you are flying in to pick up an RV. Fuel and groceries are easy to find throughout the city before you head to your site.
Is Parlee Beach worth staying near?
If beach time is your priority, yes. Parlee Beach in Shediac, about 25 minutes east of Moncton, has some of the warmest saltwater on the Canadian East Coast, with a long sandy beach and a provincial park campground right there. Staying at Parlee Beach Provincial Park or the nearby Ocean Surf RV Park means you can walk to the water and still day-trip into Moncton for the attractions. It is busiest on summer weekends, so book serviced sites early and consider a midweek visit for a calmer, less crowded beach experience.
What are the best RV parks and campgrounds in Moncton?
For full hookups near the attractions, Camper's City on Queensway Drive is the standout, minutes from Magnetic Hill with 15/30/50-amp service, water, sewer, and pull-through sites for big rigs. Stonehurst Golf Course & Trailer Park is another family option in the same area with full and partial hookups. About 25 minutes east in Shediac, Ocean Surf RV Park offers big-rig full-hookup sites near the beach, and Parlee Beach Provincial Park is the public choice right on the warm-water Northumberland Strait. Together they cover city-attraction stays and beach stays.
Do Moncton RV parks have full hookups?
Yes. The private parks are your full-hookup options: Camper's City offers full hookups with 15, 30, and 50-amp service, water, and sewer, and Ocean Surf RV Park in nearby Shediac has 30/50-amp fully serviced pull-through sites. Stonehurst has a mix of full and partial hookups. Parlee Beach Provincial Park, the public option, has some serviced sites plus showers and a dump station, but not full hookups at every site. If you need reliable sewer and 50-amp power for a big rig, book one of the private parks.
How much does RV camping cost in Moncton?
Expect the private full-hookup parks like Camper's City and Ocean Surf RV Park to fall in a moderate mid-range band, which is standard for full hookups with 15/30/50-amp service, water, sewer, and pull-through sites. Parlee Beach Provincial Park is the budget public option in the lower range, though its serviced sites are limited and book quickly. The difference is amenities and location: you pay more for full hookups near the attractions, less for a simpler provincial site by the beach. Summer festival and beach weekends carry the firmest rates.
How far ahead do I need to reserve a campsite in Moncton?
For summer weekends, especially around Moncton's festivals and peak beach season in July and August, reserve four to eight weeks ahead, since the full-hookup parks near Magnetic Hill and the serviced sites at Parlee Beach fill fast. Parlee Beach Provincial Park books through the New Brunswick provincial reservation system and its serviced sites go early. The private parks, including Camper's City and Ocean Surf, take direct bookings and are more flexible midweek. Spring and fall are easy, with wide availability outside the Victoria Day and Labour Day long weekends.
When is the best time to go RV camping in Moncton?
Summer is the main season, roughly late June through August, when the weather is warm, Parlee Beach is at its best, and all the attractions are open, though it is also the busiest and priciest time. September is our favorite for the mild days, thinner crowds, and easier Hopewell Rocks visits before parks close in mid-October. Late spring, from mid-May, is quiet and pleasant once parks open. Winter is cold, snowy, and effectively shut down for RVs in southeastern New Brunswick, so plan for the May-to-October window.
Can big rigs camp in Moncton?
Yes, comfortably. The Trans-Canada Highway 2 and Route 15 are four-lane right through Moncton with easy exits to the campgrounds, so getting a big rig into the area is simple. Camper's City is built for larger RVs with full-hookup pull-through sites, and Ocean Surf RV Park in Shediac offers 30/50-amp fully serviced pull-throughs for the largest rigs. The provincial park at Parlee Beach can take moderate-size RVs, though sites are tighter, so check dimensions when you reserve. Overall this is one of the more big-rig-friendly areas in Atlantic Canada.
Are there free or first-come camping options near Moncton?
Not really in the immediate area. Moncton is a full-size city surrounded by developed land, so there is little free or first-come camping close by; Crown-land options exist farther out in the province but are not practical as a city base. Your best budget play is a site at Parlee Beach Provincial Park in Shediac, which is inexpensive but books up in summer. For guaranteed availability, especially on weekends, reserve a private park. Most travelers here use serviced campgrounds rather than trying to boondock near the city.
Is Hopewell Rocks worth the trip from Moncton?
Absolutely, it is the signature day trip. Hopewell Rocks is about 40 minutes south of Moncton on the Bay of Fundy, home to the highest tides in the world. At low tide you walk on the ocean floor among towering flowerpot rock formations; come back near high tide and the same spot is under many meters of water. Check the tide schedule before you go and try to see both low and high tide for the full effect. It pairs well with a stop at the nearby Fundy coastline and Alma.
What is there to do in Moncton while camping?
Plenty, and it is family-friendly. The Magnetic Hill area has the famous optical-illusion hill, Magic Mountain water park, and a zoo, all clustered near the campgrounds. Downtown, walk the riverfront and catch the Petitcodiac River tidal bore that rolls upriver twice daily. Day-trip to Hopewell Rocks and the Bay of Fundy tides about 40 minutes south, and to Parlee Beach in Shediac for warm saltwater swimming about 25 minutes east. Between the attractions, the beach, and the Fundy coast, Moncton easily fills several days.
Are Moncton campgrounds open in winter?
No. The area campgrounds, both private parks like Camper's City and the provincial park at Parlee Beach, are seasonal and close for the winter, typically running May through October. Winters in southeastern New Brunswick are cold and snowy, with regular sub-zero temperatures and no meaningful demand for camping, so there are no reliable year-round RV parks in the immediate area. If you are traveling the Maritimes off-season, plan for indoor accommodations around Moncton and save the RV camping for the mid-May to mid-October window.
Which Moncton campground is best for families?
For families, base near Magnetic Hill. Camper's City puts you within minutes of Magic Mountain water park, the zoo, and the famous Magnetic Hill itself, with full hookups and pull-through sites that make setup easy. Stonehurst is another family-oriented option in the same area. If beach days are the goal, the Shediac parks, including Ocean Surf RV Park and Parlee Beach Provincial Park, put the kids on warm Northumberland Strait sand about 25 minutes east. Either way you get short drives to the attractions and easy full or partial hookups.
How do I get to the Moncton campgrounds with an RV?
Follow the Trans-Canada Highway 2 or Route 15, both four-lane through the Moncton area, and exit toward Magnetic Hill in the northwest of the city, where Camper's City and Stonehurst are located. For the Shediac parks, continue east on Route 15 about 25 minutes to Ocean Surf RV Park and Parlee Beach Provincial Park. The highways are big-rig friendly with clear signage, and Greater Moncton airport is central if you are flying in to pick up an RV. Fuel and groceries are easy to find throughout the city before you head to your site.
Is Parlee Beach worth staying near?
If beach time is your priority, yes. Parlee Beach in Shediac, about 25 minutes east of Moncton, has some of the warmest saltwater on the Canadian East Coast, with a long sandy beach and a provincial park campground right there. Staying at Parlee Beach Provincial Park or the nearby Ocean Surf RV Park means you can walk to the water and still day-trip into Moncton for the attractions. It is busiest on summer weekends, so book serviced sites early and consider a midweek visit for a calmer, less crowded beach experience.
What is the highest-rated dump station in Moncton?
The highest-rated station is Oceanic Camping Resort with a rating of 3.6/5 stars.
Are there free dump stations in Moncton?
Yes — there are free RV waste disposal options available near Moncton.
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