Cabin camping near Arlington, Vermont offers several options across the southern Green Mountains. At elevations ranging from 800-1,100 feet, campers experience moderate summer temperatures typically between 70-80°F during peak season. Most campgrounds remain open from late May through mid-October with cabin availability more limited than tent sites.
What to do
Fishing access: Most campsites near the Battenkill River provide direct access for fishing. "The camp grounds were family friendly and quiet. They even had rabbits and chickens for the kids to enjoy," notes a visitor to Dorset RV Park.
Hiking trails: Winhall Brook Camping Area connects to various trail systems. A camper observed, "There is plenty of hiking and biking on the West River Bike Trail, theater in the summer in Weston and wonderful towns all around."
Kayaking opportunities: The interconnected water systems provide paddling options. "The reservoir is beautiful - plenty of space to spread out for paddling and swimming," commented a visitor at Woodford State Park Campground.
Winter activities: Some areas maintain winter cabin access. One visitor to Stratton Pond Shelter reported, "Spent the weekend here on the last weekend of Feb. 2024. Cold, Snow, Wind, full moon in the middle of the woods with only the people I hiked in with. It was great!"
What campers like
Privacy levels: Campsites range from secluded to communal. A reviewer at Dorset RV Park stated, "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 than camping where we had our site."
Lake swimming: Several parks feature lakes with designated swimming areas. "We unexpectedly had a free Saturday afternoon and night and 2 borrowed kayaks. This was our first visit to Woodford. The reservoir is beautiful- plenty of space to spread out for paddling and swimming," noted one Woodford visitor.
Wildlife viewing: Many cabins provide opportunities to observe local wildlife. "We heard coyotes at night and loons in the morning," reported a Woodford State Park camper.
Firewood availability: Most parks sell firewood on-site or nearby. At Clarksburg State Park Campground, a camper noted, "They have great firewood here - kiln dried cedar for $7 a bundle!"
What you should know
Water access varies: Some cabins have nearby water spigots while others require carrying water. "No electric and water hookups are provided but we were totally okay with that," shared a Clarksburg State Park visitor.
Seasonal variations: Fall foliage creates the highest demand for cabins. One visitor to Moreau Lake State Park Campground observed, "The park is not very crowded when we were there, but we can imagine it could get very busy and noisy in the busy summer season."
Facility maintenance: Bathroom cleanliness receives consistent monitoring. "Bathrooms and showers were clean, some campsites have a nice view of the pond," noted a Clarksburg State Park camper.
Cell service limitations: Many cabin areas have limited connectivity. A Winhall Brook visitor mentioned, "No service or wifi" at their location.
Site drainage: Consider recent rainfall when selecting sites. "Our site (#6) was on a slope, and there was the telltale sign of stormwater runoff tracks running through the middle," reported a Clarksburg visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Several campgrounds schedule regular children's events. At Woodford State Park, a camper noted, "If you're looking for a quiet spot maybe don't look here. If you have kids and don't mind them making friends and roaming the campground then this is great!"
Noise considerations: Family campgrounds tend to be more active. One Woodford visitor observed, "As other reviews have mentioned there were a ton of happy noisy kids around, couple of unleashed dogs."
Swimming safety: Most lake swimming areas lack lifeguards. "There's a small reservoir with a little beach that you can swim or kayak/canoe in. There's a bunch of fish and other little creatures so it's fun to explore," shared a Woodford visitor.
Playground access: Several parks include playground equipment. A visitor at Lake George RV Park shared, "wooded and spaced out, fantastic biking trails and lakes! very clean facilities and well cared for."
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Look for level sites with adequate space. "We stayed at site 137 and had woods and some flat grassy areas behind us. A family could easily set up badminton or play catch back there," noted a visitor at Moose Hillock Camping Resorts.
Electric hookup options: Some cabin areas offer electric service to adjacent RV sites. "Take note that the last package had been riding in Vicki's car for roughly the last day," cautioned a Dorset RV Park visitor, highlighting the importance of checking with staff about package delivery procedures.
Dump station locations: Most parks have central dump stations rather than at individual sites. "This is dry camping so there are no hook-ups but there are restrooms and shower," reported a Moreau Lake visitor.
