Moose River Campground, near Saint Johnsbury, Vermont, is a cozy spot that offers a peaceful escape right by the river. With a mix of tent, RV, and cabin accommodations, it’s a great place to kick back and enjoy the natural surroundings.

The campground is well-kept, and visitors rave about the cleanliness and friendly owners. Many campers have enjoyed the community vibe, with activities like potluck dinners and bonfires that bring everyone together. One guest mentioned, “The owners are wonderful and very friendly,” which really captures the welcoming atmosphere here.

You’ll find plenty of amenities, including full hookups for RVs, a dog park, and easy access to the river for a refreshing dip. The sites are spacious enough for big rigs, and if you can snag a riverfront spot, you’ll have a lovely view to enjoy while you relax by the fire. Plus, the location is just a short drive from local attractions like Dog Mountain and some nice hiking trails.

Whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a place to connect with fellow campers, Moose River Campground has a lot to offer. It’s a solid choice for those wanting to unwind in a friendly environment while soaking up the beauty of Vermont.

Moose River Campground, located in the Saint Johnsbury, Vermont maple country, is here to cater to your camping comfort and enjoyment. Our spacious campsites are nestled along a curve of the Moose River, a rocky, scenic river originating high in the hills of East Haven, Vermont. We are the perfect place to base yourselves while touring the many attractions in our area. If you come to relax and unwind from the hectic work life, and just want to kick back and watch the river roll by, you will have come to the right place. If you're looking for a change of pace, with some new and interesting entertainment and activities, Moose River Campground is also your right choice! We offer plenty of planned activities every weekend, and nature presents a remarkable show every minute and around every turn! Come enjoy our Saturday night bonfires … and simply relax!

Moose River Campground

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Nice sites. Friendly staff, Mary is AWESOME! Had site 9 two years in a row. Love it. Right on the river. Clean bathrooms.  Not a great place for kids...no pool, arcade, etc.....but perfect for adults. Love it!

Relaxing

Spent two nights there. Should have stayed longer 

Clean, quiet friendly campground 

Small Campground right on the river . Majority of campground appeared to be seasonal but some overnight spots open . Made reservations last minute and had a large full hookup pull through in middle of loop. Owner very welcoming . Stayed during Covid in August 2020.  Road noise as it sits on busy road . 

Would recommend as campground was well maintained and quiet . Definitely try for a site in the river .

Nice small campground 

A great peaceful campground along the Moose River, which at this point is smaller than its name implies. Depending on the water levels you can wade into the river and get your feet wet! The campground itself is nice and the owners take great care of the grounds and the people who stay here. Can't wait to come back next year. 

Nice peaceful campground by the river

We are a full-time traveling family with 2 kids (8 &amp; 13) and 2 English Bulldogs. We have a Class A motorhome and flat tow a Jeep. We spent 2 nights at Moose River in Vermont. We knew ahead of time that their site said they don't cater to kids; however, we felt like we had eyes on us the entire time and not just because we had kids with us. The owners were certainly nice enough, but there were more rules of "what not to do" then there was a hospitable welcome. We didn't spend much time at the campground overall and tried to stay out exploring. We did stay in a level pull thru site with full hookups. We would've liked to have stayed on the water, but the available sites there did not offer 50amp. 

  

If you are not traveling with kids and are simply looking for a clean place to camp, you may really enjoy the site. 

  

Inside tip! Take the 30 minute or so drive to East Corinth to view the little town Beetlejuice was filmed in! Also, be sure to drive across the street to the top of Dog Mountain.

Good for a Short Stay

This is a small family-owned and operated campground just a few miles outside of St. Johnsbury, Vermont. The campground abuts the Moose River which makes for a pretty backdrop and wonderful place to dip your toes in the water. The shallow river is a clear flowing rocky river. 

The campground is a mix of seasonal and transient campers with sites large enough to fit big rigs. There is also a rental camper and cabin available. There were tent sites but the owner mentioned they may fade those out. We stayed in a large pull thru (well over 125’), full hook-up site in the center section of the campground. (Site 27 @ $47/night). The electric worked fine and the sewer was easily reached with my 20’ sewer hose. The pad was gravel (as were the roads) and the patio was nice grass. Cable television is available and produced 32 stations. Our Verizon hotspot and phone worked well. 

There are lots of activities at this park. It seems like every week there was a community bonfire where lots of palettes were set ablaze. During our stay, there was a potluck dinner in which the owners supplied roast beef and hosted us in a large covered pavilion. One evening they drove around the campground offering free ice cream sandwiches or drum sticks. Some mornings they supplied free bagels or donuts and always had free coffee. And, there were people always on the porch playing cards. Amenities include river access, a decent size dog park, large covered pavilion, bathhouse and laundry. When you arrive, you are given a swag bag with printed information about the surrounding area and businesses. This is a really nice touch because the reusable bag can be used in the grocery store as plastic bags have been banned in Vermont. 

If you can score a riverfront site those are nice to sit outside and enjoy a fire. The pull thru sites are very close on one side as each RV pulls in the opposite direction; however, the sites are so long that if you pull up far enough you are not looking at your neighbor. Your patio opens to a neighbor but the sites are far enough away that it’s not a bother and you don’t feel like you are on top of them. Probably the nicest site in the park is #23 which is a back-in site with your patio facing the river. 

The campground is in a good location, just a few miles from downtown St. Johnsbury, just a mile or so from “Dog Mountain,” and about 15 miles from Littleton, New Hampshire. There is a town forest just a few miles away that has some nice hiking trails. The campground is pretty small so we were happy to find places to hike with our dog.

Great People, Nice Campground

Our stay at Moose River Campground was so nice and peaceful. Our site was pristine and backed by the river. Extremely clean and well kept Campground. The owners are wonderful and very friendly. We would be thrilled to go back.

Peaceful & Beautiful 

We came out here to visit dog mountain and also celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary! This place was amazing! Very close to dog mountain. The river was behind our site. Perfect place to stay! We didn’t want to leave. Everyone was very nice! More like friends or family! 

Perfect Location!

This is a beautiful RV campground! We are backed up to the river. There is no bathroom/shower. The owners are very nice. Mary put together a very comprehensive list of places to go, things to do, etc. 

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