3 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Sperry Road Campground in Mount Greylock State Reservation offers secluded campsites where hikers with pets can set up camp after a short 1.3-mile hike from the parking area. The pet-friendly sites feature bear boxes positioned away from camping areas to protect food from wildlife, particularly important as black bears inhabit the park. Pine Hollow Campground also welcomes pets with full hookup sites surrounding a fishing pond where dogs can enjoy the outdoors with their owners. The campsites remain quite private despite proximity to neighboring campers, creating a peaceful atmosphere for both humans and their animals. Sites have fire rings and picnic tables, with clean composting toilets centrally located throughout the camping areas. Rangers at Mount Greylock deliver firewood directly to campsites and provide helpful reminders about proper food storage to maintain bear safety.
Several pet-friendly hiking trails connect directly to the campgrounds, including paths to nearby waterfalls and routes to Mount Greylock's summit. Dogs should remain leashed on trails due to wildlife in the area, particularly with bear sightings reported at neighboring campsites. Historic Valley Campground in North Adams provides another option for pet owners, featuring wooded sites near a lake approximately five minutes from downtown attractions. The campground's natural setting offers plenty of walking opportunities for dogs, though hookup placement may require extra hose length or longer cords to properly set up. Free dispersed camping with pets is available at NFR 273 in Vermont, providing a more primitive option for experienced campers and their dogs who don't require facilities. Weather conditions in the Berkshires can change rapidly, so pet owners should pack appropriate gear to keep animals comfortable during unexpected temperature shifts.
"We brought our dogs as well. All the sites were lined up down a pretty straight road, on both sides of the road. You can evidently drive up there too but what fun is that?"
"We arrived at the shelter and there were some campers we greeted and then we pitched a tent nearby (vincinity camping allowed)."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $8 - $35 / night
"Woodford State Park is situated between Wilmington and Bennington VT in the southern part of the Green Mountain National Forest."
"Quiet, great fire pits, clean bathrooms, firewood and starter for sale plus access to day use area. The lake next to the campground is beautiful and has plenty of picnic tables and grills for use."
"The park and the campground feel quite secluded for the location - very close to North Adams and other towns in that part of the Berkshires. The pond and the hiking trail around it are beautiful. "
"Nestled in the Berkshires and basically walking distance to Vermont, Clarksburg State Park provides a comfortable and semi-private tent site."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $17 - $55 / night
"said Clean, friendly stuff , large RV welcome, but it seems tight for the big ones We had a site with Electric and Water hook up There are sewer hook up available also Over all a great place Pet"
"Great little campground close to Albany. We needed a place to stop for the night but could have stayed all weekend. There is a small pond that is fun to fish and swim in."
Campground full this weekend
from $41 - $57 / night
"This state forest campground offers large sites, some of them on a grassy open area or tucked into the woods."
"We camp with a pop up and reserved site 11, the orientation of the site did not work and we switched to site 10. 10 & 11 are connected by a path, good for people traveling in a group."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $17 - $60 / night
"The bathrooms are clean, the campground has a cool lake front, and you’re about a five minute drive to mass moca or a 20-30 minute walk. Looking forward to fresh grass 2021."
"Camping here gives you a small lake and plenty of woodland surrounding you and since of peace. Bathrooms are clean but definitely a moisture issue. Staff is very helpful, Friendly but overworked."
"A LOT of bugs due to dense wooded surroundings. The bugs seems to be unbothered by the bug spray as well."
"I got in around the afternoon and there were already a few camp sites taken. Which is to be expected on the fourth."
"The camp spots were all pretty spread out from each other and the road was easy to drive on. There were only about 10 spots along the access road."
"Mostly clean short drive to pond and stores."
"We love the loop of sites near the entrance near the water for views but close to the bathroom, ranger station, and trails. Farther from the beach so there is less impact from the day visitors."
"There are a number of “walk in” sites that are all lovely, I suggest the sites toward the back of the park. Hot showers, bathrooms, and dishwashing stations are available."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $18 - $21 / night
"This campground is set way back in the woods and except for the hooting owl and an occasional barking dog from other campers, it was VERY quiet. No road noise at this campground! "
"Tons of hiking trails here."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $14 - $35 / night
TravelerCamp is pretty close together but most spots have a thick tree line between them which is nice. You still get a bit of road noise off the bridge and surrounding areas but it’s not to bad and the views at the boat launch on the Hudson are gorgeous
ScoutIt was dark. I arrived after 7p. There were 3 rv camps already going on. All 3 had camp fires. Many fire rings for many groups. No hassles at all. It's off the beaten path but worth it. The first 4 camp sites were open. Made a fire. Ate some food. I got a good night sleep. Nothing ate me or attacked me so that's 5 star in my book.
TravelerThis is a quick and easy pull off that is large enough to accommodate most vehicles. Only con which wasn’t that big of an issue was that you are close to the road, so any vehicles going by which wasn’t many you would hear. Besides that you are in dark and quiet state forest. I would recommend this to someone for a quick overnight stay rather than an extended stay.
TravelerA nice wooded campground that was quiet despite being almost full on our Friday night stay.
The site we stayed at (64) had some pretty large roots to drive over and may have been an issue for a low clearance vehicle (we have a Subaru Outback).
The shower / house bathroom combo units weee very clean with hot water and baby changing station.
GuideI'm sure families would like it here in the summer, but to charge $90 when everything is closed up is ridiculous. Wi-Fi and showers are an additional cost. It does have an ADA shower which is a plus. Lots of permanent RVers and some sites are tight.
TravelerLove this place. We were the only ones there during a weekday visit in October. It’s incredibly peaceful with wooded sites and the lake is just gorgeous with the fall foliage. Bonus that they deliver firewood to the campsite. My only wish and I wouldn’t knock a star off because we were literally the only ones there is I wish they didn’t lock the showers. I would have loved to have a shower but the office was closed and I wasn’t able to find anyone to unlock a shower. Just be prepared and bring your dude wipes 🤣 Other than that amazing place.
GuideThe park looks fantastic! Well maintained camp sites and beautiful river sceneries from the boat launch area!
Bathhouse is one of the best I have seen!
Check in was smooth. Everyone was courteous!
TravelerLots of beautiful spots to pick from but be careful some are a bit muddy. We brought our school bus down the dirt road just fine and backed right in. They also have fireplaces which was nice!
LegendMostly peaceful campground with nice spots, most of which offer some privacy. If you are bothered by trains, note that you will hear them in the background quite frequently from the railroad bridge that passes over the Hudson River. It's not loud by any means, but you can hear them.
The state park staff and the camp hosts were all very friendly, and it has some of the cleanest bathrooms I've ever seen in a state park.
Site 20 is a pull through site and it's huge, and while it is next to the shower building, it's far enough away that it really isn't a problem. Also, the field between you and the shower building is a fantastic spot to set up a Starlink dish.
Sperry Road Campground — Mount Greylock State Reservation provides hike-in tent sites with bear boxes where dogs are welcome during the hiking and camping experience. The campground accommodates pets at all individual and group sites with no additional fees, though owners must maintain control of their animals at all times. Sites throughout the reservation offer picnic tables and fire rings with each campsite spaced well apart for privacy. Campers report seeing wildlife including bears in neighboring sites, emphasizing the importance of proper food storage in the provided bear boxes. Campgrounds like Pine Hollow near Pownal, Vermont and Historic Valley Campground in North Adams also welcome pets with full hookups for RV campers who travel with animals.
Mount Greylock's network of trails provides excellent hiking opportunities for campers and their dogs, with paths connecting directly from campsites to the summit or nearby waterfalls. The Appalachian Trail section passing through offers additional pet-friendly hiking routes. During winter months, some areas remain accessible for camping with dogs via snowmobile or skis. Nearby NFR 273 offers free dispersed camping spots where pets are allowed without reservation requirements or facilities. When planning visits with pets, campers should note that some campgrounds in the region operate seasonally, with Pine Hollow open mid-May through mid-October and Mount Greylock's facilities typically operating from Memorial Day through Columbus Day. Wildlife encounters are possible, so keeping dogs leashed and supervised is essential for safety.
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