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    Lake Bomoseen KOA welcomes pets at its campground with tent sites, RV spaces, cabins, and glamping accommodations. Dogs are permitted throughout the property with standard leash requirements. The campground features waterfront access, three swimming pools, boat rentals, and a well-stocked general store. Half Moon Pond State Park Campground also allows pets, offering waterfront tent sites and cabins where campers can keep kayaks at their site for the entire stay. This smaller, quieter park maintains clean bathroom facilities with coin-operated hot showers. Both campgrounds enforce quiet hours, which helps control barking and creates a peaceful environment for all guests. The waterfront lean-tos at Bomoseen State Park accommodate pets while placing campers right on the water.

    Several hiking trails near these pet-friendly campgrounds provide excellent exercise opportunities for dogs. The Bomoseen Loop Trail and Slate History Trail offer pleasant walking routes where leashed pets can join their owners. Glen Lake, located near Bomoseen State Park, serves as a quieter alternative where dogs can swim without disturbing other visitors, as pets aren't permitted at the main Lake Bomoseen beach. During summer months, the shallow waters of Half Moon Pond warm quickly, making it comfortable for pets who enjoy swimming. The park's small beach area provides easy water access, though it can become weedy in certain areas. Wildlife is present throughout these areas, so keeping pets leashed protects both local animals and your dog during your camping stay.

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    Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Florence (153)

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      1. Gifford Woods State Park Campground

      4.4(17)13mi from FlorenceRVs, 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)14mi from Florence20 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. Lake Bomoseen KOA

      3.3(10)7mi from FlorenceRVs, 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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      4. Half Moon Pond State Park Campground

      4.9(7)8mi from FlorenceRVs, 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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      5. Rogers Rock Campground

      4.2(31)22mi from Florence298 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "The sites used to be further apart with more privacy and woods surrounding each site, but they had to change so more people could enjoy the park."

      "For the last three years, we have traveled with dozens of friends and families to Rogers Rock Campground, which is tucked into the north end of the gorgeous 32 mile-long oasis that is Lake George."

      from $22 - $172 / night

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      6. Bomoseen State Park Campground

      4.5(6)9mi from FlorenceRVs, 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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      7. Chittenden Brook Campground

      4.8(5)11mi from Florence18 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

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

      "Well maintained, and nice access to trails right from the campground."

      from $15 / night

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      8. Silver Lake Campground

      4.7(6)12mi from Florence16 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. Michigan Brook Road Camping - Green Mtn Ntnl Forest

      5.0(4)10mi from FlorenceTents

      "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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      10. Country Village Campgrounds

      4.3(3)9mi from FlorenceRVs, Tents

      "The one thing we loved the most was that the kids could ride their bikes around safely."

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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 Florence

    Discover the best spots for pets-allowed camping near Florence, Vermont, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

    Tips for camping with dogs near Florence

    • Ensure your pet is comfortable with camping by taking them on shorter trips first, allowing them to acclimate to the environment.
    • Bring plenty of water and food for your dog, especially if you plan to hike or spend long days outdoors.
    • Always keep your dog on a leash and clean up after them to maintain the beauty of the campgrounds.

    Pet-friendly campgrounds include

    • Moosalamoo Campground: This campground offers spacious, shady sites and is close to hiking and biking trails, perfect for outdoor adventures with your pet.
    • Gifford Woods State Park Campground: Known for its well-maintained facilities and proximity to the Appalachian Trail, this park is a great choice for hiking with your dog.
    • Half Moon Pond State Park Campground: With waterfront sites and plenty of trails, this park provides a serene environment for you and your pet to explore.

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