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The Green Mountain National Forest surrounding Cuttingsville, Vermont offers established campgrounds and dispersed camping options throughout the region. Coolidge State Park Campground stands among the most notable sites, situated on a wooded mountainside with lean-to shelters offering panoramic mountain views. The area includes both developed sites with amenities like showers and picnic tables at Emerald Lake State Park and Gifford Woods State Park, as well as primitive dispersed camping areas such as Downed Bridge Camp and Road's End where campers can find more solitude with minimal facilities.
Seasonal considerations heavily impact camping in the Cuttingsville region, with many established campgrounds operating from late May through mid-October. "The prime lean-to sites overlook the rugged terrain of the Green Mountains. It is especially beautiful in the fall," noted one visitor to Coolidge State Park. Road conditions can vary significantly, especially for accessing dispersed sites like Road's End, which one review described as having "a little rough" drive in, though "doable for most vehicles." Winter access to some areas requires skiing or snowshoeing, as snow often covers amenities from December through mid-April, and the nearest plowed parking may be a mile or more from campgrounds like Greendale.
Campers consistently mention the privacy and natural setting of sites throughout the region as major highlights. Greendale Campground receives praise for its peaceful setting along a babbling brook, though some visitors note significant insect activity during summer months. At Coolidge State Park, the most coveted sites are the prime lean-tos with mountain views toward Killington, which require advance booking. The park's elevated location provides exceptional vistas, particularly during fall foliage season. Little Rock Pond, accessible only by hiking, offers a more secluded experience with platforms, a three-walled cabin, and even a composting toilet facility. While many campgrounds provide basic amenities like fire rings and picnic tables, dispersed sites typically offer nothing more than a clearing and sometimes a fire ring, requiring campers to be fully self-sufficient.
"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."
"Coolidge is off the beaten path but well worth the wander! There are no water sites, it’s on the side of a heavily wooded mountain with a few sites having amazing views!"
"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."
"The camp sites are quite a bit of a walk up the hill from the lake where there is swimming, kayaking, paddle boating and picnicking."
"Beautiful campground in south central Vermont. On a lovely emerald green small lake with nice beach. Good for fishing and kayaking. Well kept."
"Greendale Campground is a small remote campground located along Greendale Brook in Weston, VT. There are 11 campsites available in a wooded setting."
"We picked a nice site next to a babbling brook. While we only tent camped we plan to return with our new to us pop up this year. We only saw two cars during our entire stay."
"Great location for a small group to camp at. Can't wait to go back. The main area is a walk in and is worth it. The road into here was easy to drive. "
"Water is available at a creek and a spring nearby. There's a huge jumping rock on the far side of the pond."
from $5 / night
Check Availability"great private spot when nothing else is around. The drive in is a little rough, but doable for most vehicles. The only thing you will find here is a fire ring."
"Easy to drive into the campground and into the site. We had no issues at all. Hosts were very friendly and helpful. Campground was very clean and well manicured."
"The Quechee Gorge, best accessed from the back of the lawn behind the bathhouse, is the deepest in Vermont.. which is kind of like saying the best bagel or most populous city in Vermont."
"Got there close to the time the rangers left for the night, Nick was really kind to make sure I got situated before he left."
from $38 / night
Check Availability"From there we were able to access the small boat access and kayak beautiful Echo Lake. This Park has a huge beach and picnic area with a snack bar and boat rentals."
ScoutMy family and I go here every year durning the summer. Big campsites (must of them are shaded), great for tent or RV camping, easy parking in sight. Great lake for swimming. Lots of things to do, very friendly staff, clean bathrooms located all around the campground and even a bigger bathroom with showers.
TravelerSo peaceful and serene
TravelerI had many sites to choose from. Definitely remote and private.
RangerThe campground is secluded and quiet, lots of trees and the pond is pretty. There is a good hike around the pond (2.5 miles or so) with cool pull offs for wildlife spotting (we saw two loons fishing for their baby).
Site 73 itself had the camp beach access which brought some people in close proximity but they were all respectful. The beach is more of a muddy, rocky, bay but shallow enough for wading.
Fire wood seemed expensive for what we got ($9 per bundle).
LegendWe stayed at the park in our truck camper for two nights. It was very clean and quiet. We stayed in site five which was very secluded, large site that was level and perfect for a small camper or van. There are two trails right from the park that lead up to the Mount Olga fire tower, and a trail continues over that which ends at a local distillery, with a general store and a brewery with awesome pizza across the street as well. (~ 1.5 miles one way to the distillery). The views from the tower and the distillery/brewery/store are gorgeous. The bathrooms and showers were extremely clean, and it was only $.50 for five minutes of hot water. They also had firewood for sale. nearby Wilmington is very close and a cute town, and it is not far to Brattleboro and Bennington as well. We came up for some cycling training and there are multiple options for gorgeous gravel riding routes. The only slight downside was that Route 9 is a little busy and there was some occasional road noise, but it wasn’t too bad and not really noticeable at night at all. There were several really nice lean-tos, the loop with sites 2 through 12 are much nicer and more secluded and wooded, the loop with sites one through 23 are more open and in a field with less shade and privacy. Would not hesitate to stay again!
TravelerSuper clean and well maintained small campground. A walking path runs in front of all the sites. Most sites have an obstructed water view of the Connecticut river. There is a vegitation barrier between the sites and the river. Canoes and kayaks are available for rental, and there is a small office with ice and wood for sale. Sites are close together but i still found it peaceful and relaxing. Mt Ascutney trail head and auto road are about a 15 minute drive and i found waterfalls and swimming holes within a 20 minute drive.
TravelerTerrible. Only 1 bar of Verizon. They have WIFI but it’s useless. Plus way too crowded for me. Noisy
GuideWe love camping in VT State parks and this is another humdinger of a park. Lots of room between sites, well-cared for, walkable to lovely lake… excellent camping experience.
ScoutOnly about 7-8 spots to camp but super spread out down a gravel road. I pulled in at 8 ish and grabbed the last or one of the last spots. Super quiet and out of the way
Camping options near Cuttingsville, Vermont include established state parks and dispersed camping areas within the Green Mountains. Coolidge State Park Campground, situated on a forested hillside, provides both tent and RV sites with some featuring mountain views of Killington Peak. Several campgrounds in the area feature cabin accommodations, including Camp Plymouth State Park and Gifford Woods State Park. The region provides diverse camping environments ranging from developed facilities with amenities to remote dispersed sites such as Road's End Dispersed Camp, where campers find more primitive conditions.
The camping season in Vermont's central region typically runs from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend, with most state parks closing outside these dates. A visitor commented, "Great park for fall camping. This park is very small but it is nestled in one of the state's largest forest. There is plenty of outdoor recreational opportunities available in or near the park." Road conditions vary throughout the area, with some dispersed camping locations requiring higher-clearance vehicles. Several campgrounds provide basic amenities like drinking water and restrooms, while dispersed sites generally require self-sufficiency. Weather in the Green Mountains can change rapidly, with cooler temperatures at higher elevations even during summer months.
Campers consistently rate sites with water features or mountain views most highly. Little Rock Pond Group Camp receives five-star ratings for its scenic pond setting and affordability. According to a review, "The pond is surprisingly warm for its altitude and it's home to two Common Loons." The prime lean-to sites at Coolidge State Park with mountain vistas are frequently mentioned as standouts but require booking well in advance. Some visitors note that certain campgrounds, particularly those in wooded settings like Greendale Campground, can be quite buggy during summer months. Privacy between sites varies significantly across the region's campgrounds, with some offering secluded spots and others positioning campsites in closer proximity to one another.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Cuttingsville, VT?
According to TheDyrt.com, Cuttingsville, VT offers a wide range of camping options, with 224 campgrounds and RV parks near Cuttingsville, VT and 33 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Cuttingsville, VT?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Cuttingsville, VT is Coolidge State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 13 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Cuttingsville, VT?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 33 free dispersed camping spots near Cuttingsville, VT.
What parks are near Cuttingsville, VT?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 parks near Cuttingsville, VT that allow camping, notably Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests and Green Mountain National Forest.
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