Best Campgrounds near Greensboro, VT

Northeast Vermont offers varied camping options surrounding Greensboro, from state parks to private campgrounds. Elmore State Park Campground provides tent and RV sites without hookups in a lakeside setting, while Mountain View Campground in Morrisville offers full-hookup RV sites and cabins about 15 miles northwest of Greensboro. The region includes both primitive boat-in camping at Green River Reservoir State Park and several mixed-use facilities that accommodate different camping styles, including Sugar Ridge RV Village which offers cabins alongside traditional camping areas.

Access to most campgrounds follows a seasonal pattern with many facilities operating from May through mid-October. "A beautiful campground just a short walk to the lake. The Elmore Store just down the road has everything you need including AMAZING pizza and a great deli," notes one review of Elmore State Park. Winter weather typically closes most camping options, though some private sites may extend their seasons depending on conditions. Most campgrounds require reservations, especially during peak summer periods when lake access becomes particularly desirable. Cell service varies throughout the region, with more remote areas like Green River Reservoir having limited connectivity compared to campgrounds closer to towns like Morrisville or St. Johnsbury.

Water access represents a significant draw for many campgrounds in the area. Green River Reservoir State Park features remote boat-in camping with 27 primitive sites accessible only by paddling. A camper describes it as "perfect for paddling, wild camping, swimming, and watching wildlife." Family-friendly options are plentiful, with many reviewers highlighting swimming opportunities and hiking trails at Elmore State Park. Several campgrounds provide a mix of experiences, from more social environments with amenities like pools and mini-golf at Mountain View Campground to the quieter, more secluded sites at state parks. Many campgrounds balance natural settings with amenities like showers, picnic tables, and fire rings, though hookup availability varies considerably between state parks and private facilities.

Best Camping Sites Near Greensboro, Vermont (172)

    1. Elmore State Park Campground

    7 Reviews
    Lake Elmore, VT
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 888-2982

    $19 - $28 / night

    "Our lean-to, Hickory is situated in a lovely meadow, but quite close to other campers and a view that overlooks the campground road. There is very little shade and no privacy."

    "Great hiking trails from easy to difficult. Early and late seasons are quiet. It's quite busy during the summer months as the lake is great for families and swimming."

    2. Mountain View Campground

    7 Reviews
    Lake Elmore, VT
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 888-2178

    "It can get a bit noisy due to the proximity to the highway, but it's still a good option for car camping in this part of Vermont."

    "Nice grass site with a large field behind, and Just a short walk to the river. Clean facilities and proximity for exploring Stowe and surrounding areas. Would love to camp here again."

    3. Smugglers Notch State Park Campground

    23 Reviews
    Stowe, VT
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 253-4014

    $20 / night

    "I’d say this was one of Vermont’s best kept secrets, except I don’t think it’s exactly a secret. Even in October, the Park seemed full with visitors and Stowe was hopping!"

    "They don't have all the usual amenities its more of a primitive set up. has great clean sites with multiple ways to access mount mansfields trail system which is the highest mountain in the state of Vermont"

    4. Sugar Ridge RV Village & Campground

    6 Reviews
    St. Johnsbury, VT
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 684-2550

    $50 / night

    "They have a great little store and now they have Vermont Maple soft serve ice cream from my understanding. Kids love to play here and mini golf on site makes it even better."

    "We truly enjoyed this park most sites are spacious and some good ones with privacy as well you have walking trails local stores, and a pond too !! We will be back 100%"

    5. Green River Reservoir State Park Campground

    3 Reviews
    Hyde Park, VT
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 888-1349

    $20 - $50 / night

    "I love this location because you have to paddle out to a site for camping. It‘s private, quiet, and really gives you that “forest bathing” escape."

    "Each campsite includes a fire pit and access to an outhouse. Usually the outhouse is shared between 2 to 3 campsites, but there is plenty of space between each site."

    6. White Caps Campground

    9 Reviews
    West Burke, VT
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 467-3345

    $35 - $75 / night

    "But the grass area and view of lake right in front of you is priceless. We were able to just walk our kayaks across street and put in right there."

    "Cheaper than a hotel for kingdom trails though and right next to lake Willoughby"

    7. Art and Health Chill Camping

    3 Reviews
    Marshfield, VT
    13 miles
    Website

    $35 - $75 / night

    "It is a private landowners land, and she has various camping options including a cabin, hives, or open locations for rv or tent camping.  "

    "It's great to see how getting outside and connecting with nature can have such a positive impact on our well-being."

    8. Kingdom Campground

    5 Reviews
    Lyndonville, VT
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 626-1151

    $46 / night

    "Clean, quiet, friendly and full-featured campground in northeastern Vermont"

    "Just North of Lyndonville and close to Interstate 91. Brand new sites, very spacious and clean. Great camp store, deli, huge walk in pool and very friendly staff."

    9. Moose River Campground

    10 Reviews
    St. Johnsbury, VT
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 748-4334

    "This is a small family-owned and operated campground just a few miles outside of St. Johnsbury, Vermont."

    "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!"

    10. Little River State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Waterbury Center, VT
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 244-7103

    $19 - $28 / night

    "Little River State Park is located just outside of Waterbury Vermont so it’s an ideal location for jumping off on other adventures!"

    "We came here to hike the Dalley Loop Trail (which is a great trail full of history), but we wish we had camped here instead of the private campground 45 minutes away where we did stay."

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Recent Reviews near Greensboro, VT

781 Reviews of 172 Greensboro Campgrounds


  • R
    Oct. 10, 2025

    Riverside Camping & RV Resort

    Impeccibly Maintained

    Easily one of the most well maintained sites we have visited. The host was attentive and gracious. Beautiful nature trails behind the campground. I found one that lead to a beach by the river, perfect for reading and relaxing.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 8, 2025

    Austin Brook

    Site is mislabeled as FR 25

    There are a handful of sites down Austin Brook road, I had trouble finding a level spot. Minimal ATT reception but overall pretty area

  • nThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 4, 2025

    Waterbury Reservoir Remote Sites — Waterbury Center State Park

    State park

    Little river st park wide flat camp sites no hookups limited gen. Use hours 8am/10am and 4pm/6pm. Rough road coming5th to campground. Very quite. cell phone t mobile works fine. Site could hold big rig we have a 28ft 5th wheel plenty of room for 35/40

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2025

    Jefferson Campground

    Great Mountain Campground

    Nice campground in a beautiful location. This place is a bit off the beaten path of White Mountain tourist areas but is still within easy drive to all the major attractions. We picked this spot for that exact reason. Open field camping in the middle with wooded sites on the edges of the park. I originally chose a site that was a bit too small to properly unhook the trailer but staff helped me get a better location. Site 17 was too tight for 44 ft total length. Switched to site 5 pull through. Some sites face each other for camping with friends. Follow their map to pull in correctly. Staff is excellent and very helpful. Small store on site with necessities and fire wood. FYI Amenities: pool, playground, laundry (affordable) hot showers. Off season so the place was not busy, very quiet. This is on our short list for when we return next year.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 20, 2025

    Brewster River Campground

    A regular

    Been coming here for a few years now and it’s my favorite place to go in Vermont so far.

  • Mindie C.
    Sep. 14, 2025

    North Beach Campground

    Ok for the night

    It’s basically a public park with beach access. The views on the beach are absolutely beautiful. No frills sites.

  • Erin D.
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Lost River Valley Campground

    Dirty and Disappointing

    Here’s the revised version of your review with the laundry issue added in seamlessly:⸻ I came to this campground after seeing it advertised in a New Hampshire magazine, noting that it had once been recommended by Yankee Magazine. Unfortunately, it seems that recommendation must have been from many years ago, because what we experienced was nothing like what was promised. From the moment we arrived, it was clear the property was extremely rundown. The entrance and camp store were full of broken wood, broken signs, and musty smells. The bathrooms were absolutely atrocious—filthy, smelly, and clearly not maintained. They may not have been updated in years, but they could at least be kept clean, and they were not. The playgrounds—despite this being advertised as a family-friendly campground—were unsafe and neglected. Structures were practically falling down, weeds were everywhere, and one so-called playground was nothing more than a tarp on the ground with a tiny jungle gym. The game room was equally disappointing: dirty, moldy, and unusable. We had also looked forward to using the laundry facilities, but they were completely out of order and appeared to have been that way for quite some time. This was extremely disappointing and added to the sense that the entire campground is neglected. The swimming area was also a major letdown. The water was murky and uninviting—I wouldn’t even consider kayaking or putting my feet in it. Calling it a“beach” is misleading; it was unkempt and unpleasant. Overall, this campground was an extreme disappointment. It felt neglected, unsafe, and unhygienic in every way. I will not be returning, and I would strongly caution others to look elsewhere for a true family-friendly New Hampshire camping experience.⸻ Would you like me to shorten this into a punchier version(since some review sites have word limits), or keep it as a full detailed account for maximum impact?

  • Josh S.
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Mountain Lake Camping Resort

    Great campground for families!

    If you're looking for a safe, family friendly, quiet campground this is it.

    Pool with water slides for kids, Kayaks, paddle boats, canoes, playground with slides and a pirate ship.

    Strict quiet hours at 1030 make it very quiet in the evening with no worry of loud parties keeping you up.

    Super clean restrooms and sites and a camp store with about everything in it.

    10 minute drive to the cute town of Lancaster which has coffee shops, brewery, restaurants, bakery and groceries.


Guide to Greensboro

Camping near Greensboro, Vermont, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a fun family adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

What campers like:

  • Wooded Sites: Campers appreciate the "nice, wooded sites" at Smugglers Notch State Park Campground. A reviewer said, "Well spaced out sites. Friendly staff."
  • Clean Facilities: Many visitors enjoy the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. One camper at Brighton State Park Campground remarked, "The cleanest showers I’ve seen at any campsite so far."
  • Peaceful Atmosphere: Campers often mention the tranquility of places like Kettle Pond State Park Campground. A visitor stated, "It is extremely peaceful and serene."

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like White Caps Campground, have fewer amenities. A reviewer noted, "No dump site on property, I was told my only option was to go down the road."
  • Seasonal Access: Many campgrounds are only open during specific seasons. For example, Elmore State Park Campground operates from Memorial Day weekend to Columbus Day weekend.
  • Remote Locations: Some sites, like those at Kettle Pond State Park Campground, are quite remote. A camper mentioned, "Getting here isn’t direct or easy, but the reward is worth it."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like Crazy Horse Family Campground, where activities like "build your own sundae" are offered. One parent said, "The owners are really nice."
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to have a list of activities. A reviewer at Ricker Pond State Park Campground mentioned, "There are many more trails to explore."
  • Pack for Bugs: Be prepared for bugs, especially in the warmer months. A camper at Kettle Pond State Park Campground advised, "Bring Deet; the bugs are thick."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Hookups: Ensure your chosen campground has the necessary hookups. A visitor at Gold Brook Campground noted, "Our site was level and extremely spacious, FHUs, and featuring a fire pit."
  • Be Mindful of Noise: Some campgrounds can get busy on weekends. A reviewer at Gold Brook Campground mentioned, "This place gets busy on the weekend."
  • Explore Nearby Attractions: Use your campground as a base to explore the area. One camper at Smugglers Notch State Park Campground said, "Good spot to summit Mansfield from."

Camping around Greensboro, VT, has something for everyone, whether you're in a tent or an RV. Enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Greensboro, VT?

According to TheDyrt.com, Greensboro, VT offers a wide range of camping options, with 172 campgrounds and RV parks near Greensboro, VT and 17 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Greensboro, VT?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Greensboro, VT is Elmore State Park Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 7 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Greensboro, VT?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 17 free dispersed camping spots near Greensboro, VT.