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    Michigan Brook Road Camping in Green Mountain National Forest permits pets throughout its free dispersed campsites along Upper Michigan Road in Pittsfield. Multiple primitive campsites follow the dirt road, with several spots located next to a brook after crossing a bridge. The unpaved access road becomes muddy and rutted in spring, requiring vehicles with higher clearance. Campers report the road is not plowed in winter, limiting accessibility to warmer months. Gifford Woods State Park Campground, located near Killington, also welcomes pets at its tent sites, RV sites, cabins, and lean-tos. The park maintains clean facilities with hot showers, picnic tables, and fire rings. Sites in the upper loop provide more privacy with greater spacing between campsites.

    Dog owners find numerous hiking options directly from both campgrounds. The Appalachian Trail runs through Gifford Woods State Park, providing immediate access to dog-friendly hiking routes including trails to Deer Leap Overlook, around Kent Pond, and to Thundering Falls. Michigan Brook offers more rugged, backcountry experiences for pets and owners, though camping areas have established fire rings. Both locations require pets to be leashed. The more remote Michigan Brook sites lack facilities like toilets or trash removal, requiring campers to pack out all waste. Cell service is unavailable at Michigan Brook sites, though service can be found by walking to the end of Upper Michigan Brook Road where there's also a gas station, post office and general store for supplies.

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    Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Chittenden (154)

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      1. Gifford Woods State Park Campground

      4.4(17)7mi from ChittendenRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Decent bathroom situation--I've seen better and I've seen worse in Vermont."

      "The park is amazingly clean, well run, located just of RT 4 and very near to Killington, Vermont. It has multiple lean-to sites which are in wooded areas."

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      2. Moosalamoo Campground

      4.7(16)15mi from Chittenden20 sitesRVs, Tents

      "there are no amenities other than cascading waterfalls, mountain views, incredible swimming hole, a nearby lake, a picnic table and a fire ring. the easiest access to sites one and two is the Silver Lake"

      "Access to campground is on a gravel road but my van did okay. It is small and primitive and there is a camp host who is very nice."

      from $15 / night

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      3. Chittenden Brook Campground

      4.8(5)8mi from Chittenden18 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Chittenden Brook Campground is in the Green Mountain National Forest off of Rt 73."

      "Nice hiking trails close to long trail, really tucked away a few miles off 73. Great if you’re looking for some solitude."

      from $15 / night

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      4. Lake Bomoseen KOA

      3.3(10)12mi from ChittendenRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "No ATM on site to get cash… The sites are spacious enough, but are very close to each other. Zero buffer between neighboring sites means encroaching slide outs."

      "family camping Kabins, rv, and tent sites, arcade, store, ice cream, and Lake Bomoseen. Easy to get to, close to Castleton, Rutland, and Hubbarton Battlefield. Great spot for a family get-a-way."

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      5. Michigan Brook Road Camping - Green Mtn Ntnl Forest

      5.0(4)6mi from ChittendenTents

      "I stayed at this campsite located at the end of upper Michigan road. It is winter and there is a lot of snow. The main road to the parking lot is plowed and sanded."

      "Few nice ones near the creek. I stayed at one on top of a lots of space at mine."

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      6. Coolidge State Park Campground

      4.6(13)17mi from ChittendenRVs, Tents

      "This place gets my vote for best campground in Vermont. Especially true if you're lucky enough to get one of the few sites on the outside of A loop that has a Lean-to with a view."

      "My wife and I along with our dog Wyatt make an annual trip to CC. There is a great secluded site off the road into the park."

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      7. Half Moon Pond State Park Campground

      4.9(7)14mi from ChittendenRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Bomoseen State Park is right down the road, but I recommend staying at Half Moon and taking advantage of the large swimming area at Bomoseen, as well as all the cool ponds, lakes, and hiking trails nearby"

      "The pond is clean and swim-able and great for kayaks/canoes (near Glen Lake and Lake Bomoseen for boating and more kayaking/canoeing)."

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      8. Silver Lake Campground

      4.7(6)14mi from Chittenden16 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "This is one of our favorite places to camp in Vermont. The sites are fairly private without being built too close together. Lake is clean and has a great concrete dock that the kids love to jump off."

      "Lovely place, free camping, fire pits at the campsite, and access to the water. We camped in the off season, but in the on season there are pit toilets and campground stewards."

      from $10 / night

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      9. Bomoseen State Park Campground

      4.5(6)14mi from ChittendenRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "It was during the COVID-19 pandemic, and we are happy to report that everyone wore masks in public spaces (restrooms), and that there was plenty of room for social distancing. "

      "We had a nice private site, close to amenities and the lake, the beach area was nice,  kind of rocky, but had sand for the beach. The play area has a nice set up, overall a nice camping area."

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      10. Michigan Brook

      3.0(3)7mi from ChittendenTents

      "Drive in about a mile after the parking lot!! Can use car to get in! There’s 3 camping spots. 1 before the bridge and 2 after the bridge!"

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    • M
      Jul. 31, 2019

      Lake George RV Park

      The best in Northeast

      This is the best RV resort I have visited. 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. The only think missing is a large lake but you can take trolley to Lake George. You set up and will not need your car until you leave.

      Trolley through the park and to Lake George. Awesome camp store. Tennis, pickle ball, basketball. Movies, pools, splash pad, trails, fishing pond, food & ice cream. The list goes on. A must stay.

    • J
      May. 30, 2019

      Lake George Escape Campground

      Nice all around

      It’s been a few years since we were there last but always enjoyed going here. Facilities were always clean. Campground is pet friendly and have a small dog park. Pool was looking a bit outdated when we were last there but totally functional. We’d go back in a second.

    • S
      Jul. 26, 2018

      Lake George Escape Campground

      Friendly staff n guests, Clean, All around great activities.

      Campground is placed 10 minutes from the bottom of Lake George with great hiking trails in the surrounding area. The campground it’s self it’s very clean in every aspect. On a river with water activities, beach, pool, a BAR, and so many more outdoor activities. Every night there are wagon tours of the campground, staff is seen frequently but very relaxed environment. Very family and pet friendly (They have their own dog park!) This was my 5th summer going up with friends and about our 8th trip overall and every time it’s a great experience!

    • Shawn B.
      Sep. 25, 2018

      Silver Lake Campground

      This is a great place for the whole family

      This is one of our favorite places to camp in Vermont. The sites are fairly private without being built too close together. Lake is clean and has a great concrete dock that the kids love to jump off. They have boat rentals and nature tours on the lake led by the state park faculty. When the kids get tired from swimming they're a nice beach area and playground.

    • Sheri L.
      Jul. 5, 2018

      Lake George Escape Campground

      Camping July 2018

      Sites-the section we were in the sites were huge and clean, the grass needed to be cut.

      Staff was excellent! Helpful and Courteous

      If you need a baby sitter this is a place for you,

      No adult supervision . Kids riding motorized scooters, mini bikes, and driving golf carts.

      Definitely going over the 5mph posted limit.

      Dog park needed to have the grass cut.

      Bugs are horrible bring bug spray and a screenhouse.

      Don't pay xtra for water site on frog pond. That's exactly what you get a grass and frog swap.

      Boat launch clearly marked no swimming and no going to the other side. Clearly people can not read.

      If you have young children this is the place for you, many activities for children.

      Wi-Fi - If you need internet they charge you for it. Most campgrounds offer free Wi-Fi (we did pay the $15 because we needed it for work).

      Over priced if you don't have children to take advantage of the activities offered.

      Suggestion allow pet swimming at the boat launch.

    • D
      Mar. 21, 2023

      Lake George RV Park

      Top pick for dog lovers!

      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. Dog park is a 10 & like the entire park, it is immaculately kept.

    • Christopher S.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 25, 2023

      Lake Champagne Resort Vermont, Inc.

      Great Campsite

      Very nice, clean campsite. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Campsites are spread out, great dog walking areas , and very spacious dog parks, one for big dos and one for little ones.

    • Tara S.The Dyrt PRO User
      Sep. 10, 2020

      Jamaica State Park Campground

      Best Camping in Vermont - hiking, biking, swimming, and a waterfall

      This tops our list for camping in Vermont. There is so much to do here, and yet the campground feels very private and quiet. There are 41 tent/RV sites to choose from and 18 lean-tos. Some of the lean-tos are situated right on the West River, but they are well-loved and coveted so we've never actually stayed in one.

      For our July trip, we stayed in the Juniper lean-to, which is incredibly quiet and near the overlook hiking trail. The park is small enough to walk to the swimming area from your campsite, as well as into town. Note that you will not get cell service here, but if you walk into the village of Jamaica, you will find Wi-Fi hotspots at the library or the grocery store. 

      Here are all the awesome things to do in Jamaica State Park:

      1. Learn about the first peoples who lived here: The area along the West River was an important trade route for the Abenaki tribe. Throughout the park, there are interpretive signs with lots of information about the Abenaki, as well as the archaeological dig that was conducted here in 2010.

      2. Cool off in the West River: The main swimming area is at Salmon Hole, right in the campground, but you can swim anywhere in the West River. It's awesome!

      1. Ride your bike to the Ball Mountain Dam: There's a bike trail that leads from the campground all the way to the federally-owned Ball Mountain Dam, which provides great views of Ball Mountain Lake and the surrounding mountains. It's a 5-mile ride from the campground, round-trip.

      2. Learn about Jamaica's railroad history: It's crazy that the rail trail was really a railroad at the turn of the century. It's a narrow, mountainous route. As you ride along the trail, stop and read the signs. No wonder it was called 36 miles of trouble!

      5. Hike the Overlook Trail: It's a 2.5-mile loop that brings you up on a ridge with great views.

      1. Hike to Hamilton Falls: It's actually easier to bike part of the way on the rail trail and then hike the 1.1 miles to the falls. Otherwise, it's a 6-mile hike round-trip. Hamilton falls is 125 feet tall, and one of the loveliest waterfalls in Vermont.

      2. Walk into the village of Jamaica for donuts: Seriously! Head to D&K Grocery for the best donuts ever, or stock up on camping provisions.

    • Erin J.
      Sep. 24, 2022

      Lake George RV Park

      Great Outdoors with Resort Ammenities

      We got a wooded site that is not a too far walk from any of the action or amenities. The dog park area is huge and allows for lots of play. The human amenities of the camp store and cafe are great. Lots of types of ice cream and other snacks.

    Guide to Chittenden

    Green Mountain National Forest surrounds Chittenden, Vermont, offering varied terrain from 600 to 4,000 feet in elevation with hardwood forests dominating the landscape. The camping season typically runs from late May through mid-October, with July and August temperatures averaging between 45-80°F and frequent afternoon thunderstorms common throughout summer months.

    What to do

    Hiking the Appalachian Trail: Access this iconic trail directly from Gifford Woods State Park Campground, where several well-marked paths connect to the main route. "The campsite lies directly on the Appalachian trail, so for a shorter or less-intensive hike, walk about 2.5 miles to the Deer Leap Overlook for some incredible views of the mountain ranges nearby," notes Kyle R.

    Mountain biking: Find trails of varying difficulty levels throughout the region, particularly at Moosalamoo Campground. A young camper reports, "Moosalamoo campground has awesome bike trails with smooth trail beds and nice rolling bumps. The kind campground hosts can tell you all about the hiking and biking trails within Mossalamoo National Forest."

    Swimming and paddling: Many area campgrounds offer water access with varying amenities. At Half Moon Pond State Park, Rebecca D. shares, "We fished and kayaked right from our site. Oddly, our fire pit faced the neighboring site rather than the pond." For family-friendly swimming, Bomoseen State Park provides a sandy beach area with playground facilities nearby.

    What campers like

    Privacy between sites: Campgrounds in the Chittenden area typically offer good separation between campsites. At Half Moon Pond State Park Campground, campers appreciate the layout. "The park is small, quiet and very well cared for. Restrooms are modern and clean. Everyone seems to adhere to quiet hours so it was easy to get a good night's sleep," reports Cynthia K.

    Clean facilities: State parks in the region maintain high standards for bathroom facilities. The Silver Lake Campground earns praise for its accessible amenities despite being a hike-in location. Kyle B. advises, "It's a pack in pack out campground so only pack what you truly need for camping; the comforts are more work than they're worth."

    Wildlife viewing: Many campgrounds offer opportunities to spot local wildlife. At Chittenden Brook Campground, Jessica C. reports, "Didn't see any bear, but take bear food precautions regardless. Each site has a fire pit, tent platform, and picnic table. The sites were well cared for." The constant sound of running water from nearby brooks adds to the natural ambiance at several sites.

    What you should know

    Seasonal access limitations: Several campgrounds have limited accessibility during spring and fall. Michigan Brook dispersed camping sites "are open year-round but probably only accessible in Spring through early Fall because the dirt road is not plowed. Beware that in Spring the road gets muddy and quite rutted," warns Maggie F.

    Varying cell service: Most primitive campgrounds have limited or no connectivity. For those needing to stay connected, Lake Bomoseen KOA presents challenges according to Jason A.: "We noticed lots of campers left due to lack of WIFI. Cell service is very limited. Very remote. The WIFI didn't even work at the office."

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