4 campgrounds with availability next weekend
North Beach Campground's lakeside location provides dog-friendly accommodations within minutes of downtown Burlington. Dogs are allowed at all ten pet-friendly campgrounds in the Burlington area, with options for tent, RV, cabin, and glamping accommodations. Grand Isle State Park, Apple Island Resort, and Shelburne Camping Area maintain dedicated pet areas where leashed dogs can accompany owners. Sites include picnic tables, fire rings, and access to trails. The campgrounds feature varying levels of amenities, from basic facilities at Mount Philo State Park to full hookups at Apple Island Resort and Shelburne Camping Area. The sites can become crowded during peak summer months, with North Beach often filling completely on weekends.
The Burlington bike path connects several pet-friendly campgrounds, offering miles of lakeside walking opportunities for dogs and their owners. Dogs must remain leashed on trails and in campground common areas, with designated pet waste stations available throughout most properties. The path provides easy access to North Beach's shoreline where dogs can cool off during summer camping trips. Smugglers Notch State Park offers more secluded pet-friendly camping with hiking trails accessible directly from campsites. Ausable Point and Ausable Chasm campgrounds across Lake Champlain in New York welcome pets with water access. Local camping regulations typically limit pets to three per site, and all campgrounds require proof of current rabies vaccination. Campers should secure bikes and valuables, as theft has been reported at some locations.
"Sites 1 to 16 are close to each other. Sites 113 to 119 are bad. Very close to each other. No redeeming qualities.
Sites have 30 amp electric and water but might need a longish cord or hose."
"We stay every year for the Vermont City Marathon. It is a convenient bike ride down the bike path to the waterside park. Easy access to all of Burlington by bike."
from $37 - $100 / night
"We biked to this park from Burlington via the Island Line Trail. It was a super trip. The lakeside lean-to was awesome."
"Beautifully set on Lake Champlain in Vermont! This is a relatively large campground but is well laid out and doesn't feel small even when it's packed to the gills."
from $6 - $28 / night
"This is a nice little private campground in Shelburne, just outside of Burlington. Close to Lake Champlain. Good place to spend the night and good access to activities."
"Lastly, the location was perfect, just outside of Burlington made access to the area ideal."
"Cool little campground right in Mallets Bay on Lake Champlain. Campsites are kind of close together. Nice pool, game room, and little store. Its a fun place for families!"
"We had one right next to the playground so our daughter could walk straight to it without having to cross a road. And speaking of playground, it was large and very nice."
from $8 - $12 / night
"The campground is located a short trip away from Burlington and about an hour away from Stowe. The store on the property was very cute! I suggest visiting Arbor Farm Market down the road!!"
"This campground is located in a central area between Burlington and north hero. The views of lake Champlain are amazing. Ex check in and plenty of amenities."
from $55 - $105 / night
"We came up for a quick Adirondack getaway and ended up spending most of our time outside. A little disc golf, some time by the pool, dinner at the site and plenty of walks with the dog."
"We wanted to visit Lake Placid but preferred bringing our RV instead of booking a hotel for the whole trip."
"This camp ground is a short drive to Lake Placid, Plattsburgh, Vermont State and so much more. The Chasm has their own store and cafe"
"Sites were a medium distance apart but still spacious enough to not be close to neighbors."
"Take a walk up the path next to the chasm. So relaxing listening to the water falls. Great place to watch the sunset! "
"They have some beach and river sites if you like to be close to the water. Showers and bathrooms were spacious."
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $22 - $40 / night
"The toilets are composing toilets, but from the user experience, it's very close to a regular toilet in that it's in a stall in a nice, well maintained proper bathroom (unlike some composting toilets in"
"the best part is every night its only a ten minute hike to the summit from where the sites are and you get to watch the sunset over Vermont and lake champlain as the sun falls behind the adirondack mountains"
from $23 / night
"This is a smaller campground tucked away in the bayside of Colchester."
"Right on the water, a nice breeze coming off of the lake, close to everything downtown, but still felt like we weren’t on top of our neighbors. Run by some great people! Highly recommend!"
ScoutFirst trip with our new RV and we were a little nervous about getting everything set up. Having full hookups made it way less complicated than we expected. Once we were settled, we just enjoyed the area and took a few day trips. Would definatly come back for another Adirondack trip.
ScoutIf youre traveling through northern NY, this is a really convenient place to base yourself. We were able to spend some time around Lake Champlain, explore nearby areas and even make a trip toward the border without having to move the RV. Coming back to a waterfront campground every evening was a pretty nice bonus.
ScoutWe came up for a quick Adirondack getaway and ended up spending most of our time outside. A little disc golf, some time by the pool, dinner at the site and plenty of walks with the dog. Pretty much everything we wanted out of the trip.
ScoutWhat started as a quick weekend ended up being one of our favorite stops this summer. We spent one day around the campground and another exploring the area. The beach and water were a huge plus for us.
ScoutOne of the best parts for us was not having to pack up the RV every time we wanted to go somewhere. We stayed put and explored the Adirondacks from here. Lake Champlain, Ausable Chasm and a bunch of other spots were all easy to get to.
ScoutWe decided to stay for the summer and so far it has been a really fun experience. There is always something going on and the lake gives everyone plenty to do. The kids have already made friends and we are getting to know the other campers too.
ScoutHaving the river and Adirondacks nearby made for a really nice change of scenery. We spent our days exploring and came back to the campground for dinner and a fire.
ScoutOur site had everything we needed and getting set up was easy. We also appreciated having wifi since we had a few things to take care of during the trip.
GuideThere was a few sites 5-6 we didn’t get to the eastern loop. But the sites we saw were very secluded. All had fire pits ours had a picnic table. And was right next to the creek. Would highly recommend if you want to get away from city lights. All sites are not maintained. We had a small off road camper it was easy In and out some sites could be hard with larger pull behinds. Some sites might need 4wd to get in and out we had lots of mud after a lot of rain.
North Beach Campground sits along Lake Champlain at an elevation of 190 feet, providing access to both waterfront activities and the 10-mile Burlington bike path. Temperatures around Burlington typically range from 60-82°F during peak camping season from June through August. Camping in this region offers proximity to Vermont's largest city while maintaining connections to lakeside recreation options.
Paddling on Lake Champlain: Access the water directly at North Beach Campground, where campers can launch kayaks and paddleboards. "Take your kayaks paddle boards or whatever you have and enjoy the lake! A gorgeous bike trail also runs right through the campground," reports Brittany R.
Golfing near camp: The 9-hole par-3 golf course at Apple Island Resort provides on-site recreation without traveling far. According to Nancy W., "There is a 9-hole par-3 golf course with putting green," making it convenient for campers looking for quick activities.
Scenic mountain hiking: The trails at Mount Mansfield are accessible from Smugglers Notch State Park Campground. "You are minutes from some amazing hiking, which is great when you don't feel like driving long distances after a day hike," notes Ben C., highlighting the convenience for hikers.
Biking infrastructure: The extensive Burlington bike path connects several campgrounds and provides safe routes for cycling. "Bring your bikes! You're tucked away in the woods on gorgeous lake champlain and can bike into burlington for meals and city street strolls," recommends Mackenzie B.
Waterfront access: Grand Isle State Park Campground offers lakeside camping options with water activities. Sarah C. shares, "You can bike directly from here all the way to Burlington, without ever getting back in your car! Take the bike ferry across a small section of Lake Champlain and keep on riding."
Winter camping options: Off-season camping is available for experienced winter campers. Ed M. explains, "Free of charge during off season, you just have to call a couple weeks ahead to reserve and make sure you park in the allotted area. Hike/snowshoe in to your site as the gate is closed and the area is not plowed."
Site selection strategy: At Ausable Point Campground, campers should prioritize riverside or beach sites. Sheri S. advises, "Campground has some great sites (river sites best for paddling), beach sites (some have a very high cement wall with a drop off to the beach- not recommended for families with dogs or small children)."
Bathroom facilities vary: Showers at most campgrounds require quarters. "Showers are coin-operated, but $0.50 will get you 5 minutes of hot water!" notes Tucker B. about Grand Isle State Park. Some campgrounds have individual shower rooms rather than communal facilities.
Seasonal crowds: Most Burlington-area campgrounds fill completely during summer weekends and holidays. "Since this campground is within Burlington city limits it is a bit cramped and can get crowded. However it's location makes it convenient too," explains John L. about North Beach Campground.
Playground access: Lone Pine Campsites offers family-friendly amenities including playgrounds and recreational facilities. Erin S. shares, "We had one right next to the playground so our daughter could walk straight to it without having to cross a road. And speaking of playground, it was large and very nice."
Beach safety considerations: Not all waterfront sites are suitable for children. Melissa L. cautions about Grand Isle, "Very rocky beach with little to no sand to play in," which might disappoint families expecting sandy swimming areas.
Youth programming: Several campgrounds offer organized activities for children. Jessica G. mentions that Grand Isle has "a cute little beach and nature center with youth programs," providing structured activities during your stay.
Hookup configurations: RV sites at many Burlington campgrounds have unusual hookup placements. At Apple Island Resort, Nancy W. notes, "The hook-ups at our site were well-placed but the sewer pipe was high off the ground which did not let it drain even with a 'slinky.'"
Size restrictions: Smaller campgrounds like Mount Philo have limitations for larger rigs. "The road is steep and winding, it's not suitable for RVs," advises Tara S., making this location better for tent camping or small trailers.
Seasonal RV options: For longer stays, consider seasonal options at several pet-friendly campgrounds. David A. rates Apple Island Resort highly: "We travel coast to coast with 3 kids and 2 huge dogs in a SuperC. Apple Island is now in our top 5 of even our luxury list of resorts."
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