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Camping in Vermont
198 places to camp in Vermont: 12 national forest and federal campgrounds, 5 state park campgrounds, 57 free dispersed and primitive spots, 124 private campgrounds and RV parks. The best camping months are May–Sep, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 78°F and lows near 55°F.
Best areas to camp
- Around Middlebury62 camps in the area within 25 miles
- Around St. Johnsbury46 camps in the area within 25 miles
- Around South Burlington33 camps in the area within 25 miles
- Around Manchester Center30 camps in the area within 25 miles
- Around Newport7 camps in the area within 25 miles
Questions
When is the best time to camp in Vermont?
The best camping months are May–Sep, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 78°F and lows near 55°F.
Is there free camping in Vermont?
Yes: 60 free or dispersed spots, mostly on national forest and BLM land.
Will I have cell signal camping in Vermont?
At about 91% of camps, at least one carrier has 4G or better (FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous). Plan for no signal on trails.
Where are the darkest skies for camping in Vermont?
29 camps sit under the darkest skies (class 1–2). See the stargazing page.
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Open Vermont in Find campsThis week's picks
A different handful each week. Tap a camp to see it from above, check the weather and plan the drive.
- Waterhouse's Campground & MarinaOther / private · First come, first served · Cell signal
Waterhouses Campground & Marina on Lake Dunmore in Salisbury, Vermont offers 76 private campsites with water and electricity, suites available year round, a limited-service marina, and a…
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Moosalamoo National Recreation AreaFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signalThe Moosalamoo National Recreation Area, encompassing 15,857 acres, is a premier recreation destination that includes hiking trails, mountain bike trails, cross country ski trails…
View camp →- Velvet Rocks ShelterDispersed / primitive · Free · No cell signal
The Velvet Rocks Shelter is located on the Velvet Rocks Trail 1.2 miles from the official western terminus of the trail near NH Rte 120 and Chase Field House in Hanover. A privy is located…
View camp → - Little Rock Pond/Green Mountain LoopFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal
The Green Mountain Connector Trail, found across the road and slightly west of the parking lot, heads southwest for 0.6 miles to its junction with the Green Mountain Trail. Follow the blue…
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Free camping in Vermont
60 spots cost nothing: dispersed sites on national forest and BLM land and free campgrounds. Most have no water or toilets, and stays are usually limited to 14 days.