2 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Camping On The Battenkill accommodates pets at all 111 spacious sites with multiple accommodation options for pet owners, including tent camping and RV sites with hookups. The fenced dog area near the campground entrance allows dogs to exercise off-leash while the remainder of the campground requires leashes. Sites near the Battenkill River provide natural water access where dogs can cool off during summer months. Lake Lauderdale Campground, located in Cambridge, also welcomes pets at its 23 sites with electric, water, and sewer hookups. Bathrooms at both campgrounds remain exceptionally clean, with Lake Lauderdale receiving perfect 5-star ratings from visitors with dogs. Most campsites feature standard amenities including picnic tables, fire rings, and nearby water sources. The Dyrt includes reviews of campgrounds near Shushan, New York.
Woodford State Park Campground permits pets throughout its grounds with trails surrounding the park suitable for dog walking. Several campgrounds in the region enforce quiet hours that help manage barking, particularly important at more populated areas like Dorset RV Park. Dogs particularly enjoy the water access points at Emerald Lake State Park, approximately 25 miles from Shushan. Most regional campgrounds maintain standard pet policies requiring current vaccinations, proper waste disposal, and leashes no longer than 6 feet. Swimming areas at Camping On The Battenkill prove especially popular for dogs who enjoy water, with the sandy river bottom making entry easy for pets. Green Mountain National Forest locations offer more primitive camping options where pets can enjoy natural surroundings with fewer restrictions but require owners to pack out all waste.
"Site 16 had a path to the river and was slightly tucked away. Sites 13 and 14 were cool spots too, I’d imagine in the summer you may have less privacy because it’s near the swimming area."
"The tent sites are nice and private near the river. They have laundry and a fenced in dog area that was much appreciated! Almost everyone camping had a dog or 2."
from $45 - $57 / 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."
"So many things near by to exlore. Lake lauderdale state park and Vermont is just 20 mins away. We really enjoyed our stay and exploring the neighborhood."
Campground full next weekend
from $49 / night
"We camped here with our dog on a tent site in camping area B."
"Dogs are allowed and I find that sites where dogs are present have less of a critters problems like racoons."
"Nicely treed sites and cabins with a pretty lake. Hiking, biking, swimming, boat/canoe/paddleboard rentals. No hookups but does have dump station. Pets allowed. We really like it here"
"Great thing about this park is the hiking trails and lake so you don’t even have to leave to the park to enjoy great outdoor recreation."
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $75 / night
"The park is very large so if you want to be near the pool/entertainment area or nearby bathrooms, pick your site accordingly."
"Golf cart rentals (4 and 6 person) were expensive so we just walked the park multiple days. Each site is gigantic and well thought out and can easily say there is not a bad site in the place."
"My friend and I were desperately looking for a place to spend the weekend, and with Covid making it a little more difficult to rely on walking in and finding a campsite, we made a blind reservation for"
"We were the only campers along the waterfront, but there were a few car campers in the sites near the road."
from $16 / night
"The roads and campsites are gravel and a little tight to get around because of all the trees but we were able to manage in our 45’ motorhome."
"The location was very good in allowing us to visit family in nearby village and go into nearby Manchester Center. Much more of an RV Park (name is on the money) than camping where we had our site."
"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."
"The whole family will love, including pets. I can't do justice to the dog park, it has to be the best dog park in USA. Everything you want in an RV park."
"We have camped at dozens of campgrounds & Lake George RV park is our top pick. Great sites, customer service & the best part is the dog park. This is a must visit park if you have dogs."
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.
GuideNice campground near Killington, VT. Water and dump station. Not for big rigs we have a 21 ft TT. Things were tight but doable. One of the few Vermont state campgrounds that is still open. Most close from second Monday in October until Memorial Day.
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.
GuideWonderful owners. A variety of sites to choose from in a relaxing setting. No waste hookups here, but they have a dump station. $51 per night with cash.
TravelerLaundry is clean, bathrooms are clean and showers are hot. Pool, dishwashing station, sometimes quite sometimes very active. Love this place! Wish it was open year round!
Situated at around 500 feet elevation in Washington County, New York, Shushan offers campers a temperate climate with warm summers and cold winters. The region features mixed hardwood forests and open meadows along the Battenkill River watershed. Winter camping isn't common in the immediate area, with most campgrounds operating from May through October due to seasonal temperature fluctuations.
Hiking trails at Woodford State Park: Several miles of trails surround the park with options for all skill levels. "There are tons of different types of campsites with either tent spots, lean tos, and a few (hard to get) cabins. bathrooms are plentiful and clean, hot showers for a small price. beautiful clean swimmable lake with a walking trail around it," reports Sambath T. about Woodford State Park Campground.
Swimming at Emerald Lake: Located about 25 miles from Shushan, the lake features clear water and a sandy beach area. "Best Park for Swimming in Southern Vermont. We try and get to Emerald Lake State Park at least a few times every summer. It's an awesome park for kids, and the turquoise water is a dream to cool off in," notes Tara S. from Emerald Lake State Park Campground.
Paddling on Moreau Lake: The lake offers kayak and canoe rentals from May through September. "Nice stopover or basecamp for this area. Very wooded. Hiking trails become nice XC skiing trails. Nice sandy beach with lifeguard hours," mentions Amber A. about her experience at Moreau Lake State Park.
Private wooded sites: Campers consistently mention the spacious, wooded sites at many campgrounds. "Sites are huge. Plenty of room for our RV, and small tent. Private. Can't say enough about the pool. We had multi-generations camping. From the great grandmother to 2 1/2 yr toddler we all enjoyed the pool," says Julie E. about Moose Hillock Camping Resorts.
Clean facilities: Many campgrounds in the region maintain exceptional cleanliness standards. "The campground is so clean and nice! Perfect for the dogs with best dog park I ever saw. Pools and hot tubs extremely clean and the grounds looked more like a hotel resort than campground," writes Michael C. about Lake George RV Park.
Waterfront access: The natural water features are major draws for pet friendly camping near Shushan, New York. "Most wonderful place! Has an awesome spot to go paddle boarding or kayaking! In fact you can load up your water vessel and go across the lake to your campsite!" raves Cortne about Grout Pond Campground.
Site reservation timing: Popular campgrounds fill up quickly, especially for summer weekends. "This is a popular camp ground so reserve as early as 11 months before arrival," advises Ming R. about Emerald Lake State Park Campground.
Weather preparation: The region can experience significant temperature drops at night, even in summer. "We camped for two nights in Lean-tos with 20 Girls and Leaders. It's a great place to bring a Troop and use the the lake and trails for badges plus cooking badges as well," shares Tammy E., suggesting good preparation for overnight temperature changes.
Access challenges: Some campgrounds have difficult access roads or challenging terrain. "Grout Pond has dirt roads and very deep potholes that you can just barely avoid. Our site was a half a mile away from the lot, and while this wasn't a problem, we would have packed completely different if we had known we would have to be hauling all our stuff that far in," explains Molly G.
Entertainment options: Look for campgrounds with dedicated family activities. "Free shows every night at the playhouse kids loved. Animal shows kept daytime events going strong. Water park was great, kids spent all day there. Arcades and game rooms are great for rainy days," notes Michael C. about Lake George RV Park.
Kid-friendly swimming areas: Several campgrounds feature shallow-entry beach areas ideal for children. "We were at site 17, and it was a massive site. Lots of room would be great for a large family or group. The beach on the river is beautiful and clean! Easy swimming for all," Christina M. shares about Camping On The Battenkill.
Campsite selection for safety: For families with young children, site location matters. "Many of them are perched on a steep ledge, making them a bit sketchy for families with kids. If you have little ones, check out the map before you reserve a site and find one on the opposite side of the ledge," advises Tara S. about Emerald Lake State Park.
Hookup availability: Electric, water, and sewer connections vary widely between campgrounds near Shushan. "Site 13 was the only one available. It's on the corner of the first loop, but that wasn't an issue to us at all! There were plenty of trees and brush and space so we didn't feel we were in the road," shares Melissa S. about Woodford State Park Campground.
Site leveling challenges: Some campgrounds require additional equipment for leveling. "Our campsite was level but some definitely were not. We got twenty or so television channels with the cable hookup. The hookups were all well-placed and we didn't have any issues with the electric and the wifi at our site worked well," explains Nancy W. about camping in the region.
Tree clearance on access roads: Large RVs may face challenges with low-hanging branches. "Tree placement and a pretty sharp 110+ degree turn makes it challenging to maneuver. I don't think campground staff is familiar with their own campground and that larger rigs are likely to have issue in this loop," Katie E. cautions about one of the pet-friendly camping options near Shushan.
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