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The Green Mountain National Forest surrounds Goshen, Vermont, providing a mix of established campgrounds and dispersed camping options within a 30-minute drive. Moosalamoo Campground, located in the Moosalamoo National Recreation Area just north of Goshen, offers tent and RV sites with basic amenities like drinking water and toilets but no hookups or showers. Silver Lake Campground provides waterfront camping with boat rentals and swimming areas, while Branbury State Park on nearby Lake Dunmore features more developed facilities including electric hookups and a sanitary dump station. For those seeking a more rustic experience, free dispersed camping can be found along Forest Road 207 in the national forest, though these sites lack facilities beyond fire rings.
Most campgrounds in the region operate seasonally from Memorial Day through mid-October, with limited options available in spring and late fall. Vermont state parks typically close between mid-April and Memorial Day for maintenance. As one camper noted about Michigan Brook Road camping, "This area is open for camping year-round but probably only accessible in Spring through early Fall because the dirt road is not plowed." Spring conditions on forest roads can be challenging, with mud and ruts making access difficult for low-clearance vehicles. Cell service varies throughout the area, with better coverage near larger towns. Reservations are recommended for summer weekends and during fall foliage season when campgrounds fill quickly.
Waterfront camping locations receive consistently high ratings from visitors. According to one Silver Lake Campground reviewer, "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." Many campgrounds in the region feature lean-tos, which provide additional shelter during Vermont's unpredictable weather. Gifford Woods State Park, about 25 minutes south of Goshen, stands out for its proximity to the Appalachian Trail and Killington. Campers frequently mention the privacy of sites, clean facilities, and access to swimming holes as highlights. The area's combination of forest, mountain, and lake settings creates diverse camping experiences within a relatively compact region.
"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
Check Availability"The site was so scenic with a little waterfall and stream nearby. The camp staff was so nice. They kept the the bathrooms and areas so clean."
"Love to lake access, secluded camping, the hiking and remote area. Planning on revisiting next summer, even in august the nights get to a good sleeping temperature a vast majority of the time."
"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
Check Availability"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."
"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
Check Availability"If you're considering a spot in Vermont to camp, come here! Also, make sure your car has a bit of clearance as some sports have dips in the ground."
"Able to see sunrise/sunset/moonrise over the surrounding rolling hills and crests. Upper meadows accessible with 4WD / high clearance vehicles."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"Ive been coming to this spot nearly every year since I was a little girl."
from $22 - $27 / night
Check Availability"The one thing we loved the most was that the kids could ride their bikes around safely."
ScoutI wanted to get into camping at a place I knew was going to have a grocery store near by and close to the Comnecticut River. This has all that plus well kept bathrooms and kayak rentals. All very cool and easy accessible.
ScoutThis is my first year seasonal at Magic Pines and my fiance and I love it. It's quiet, everyone is friendly, it's pet friendly and has a beautiful nature vibe to it.
TravelerPrivate, large site. This was the first site in the road. We have a low clearance car and it was a bit bumpy. This site was amazing, clean and easy pull in pull out.
ScoutWe camped here in June of 2026. It is not as remote as some other locations, mainly because you are in Waterbury, VT and Waterbury can be quite busy with visitors.
We parked on Cotton Brook Rd and were told by multiple people that you need to be aware of rain. The parking lot can flood if you get days of rain. The days we camped we did have heavy downpours the morning of day 2 and by the time we left the reservoir was probably 6 ft higher. So it is a real thing. The benefit of that is tons of waterfalls lead into the reservoir and they are quite pretty.
It is a long canoe from the Cotton Brook lot and you need to go to campsite 14 to really get a campsite with a full view of the lake. We were on campsite 18 and it is surrounded by trees. Thats great if you want privacy, but not great if you want a view of the lake.
No loons while we were there. : (
In short, it is pretty good, but we would recommend others.
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.
ScoutWe have stayed here a few times. It’s always clean and quiet. Pool is nice but very family (kid) oriented. Love the trails to the water from both camp loops. Great place to stay with a kayak or paddle board!
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 stayed only on weekdays. It was very quiet for having so many sites. Sites are very close together. Sites on the upper loop have less noise from the interstate. Showers on the upper loop at dated and have poor pressure and fickle temperatures, but the other bathhouses are newer. Two pools. Large laundry room. They even have rolls of quarters at the office. Most of the sites are seasonal and are very tidy and well-kept. The grounds are mowed and well-maintained.
The Green Mountain National Forest near Goshen, Vermont sits at elevations between 1,500-3,500 feet with hiking trails that connect to the Appalachian Trail system. The camping season typically extends from late May through mid-October, though some forest roads remain unplowed in winter, limiting access during shoulder seasons. Nighttime temperatures in this region can drop into the 40s even during summer months.
Mountain biking trails: Moosalamoo Campground offers direct access to mountain biking paths with well-maintained trail beds. "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 Moosalamoo National Forest," notes camper Jill B. from Moosalamoo Campground.
Stargazing in complete darkness: The remote location of many campgrounds creates ideal conditions for night sky viewing. Alan from Moosalamoo Campground shares: "At night, you can go out to the bicycle pump track and lay a blanket on the grassy hill against the track and look at stars in COMPLETE darkness."
Waterfall exploration: Several trails lead to cascades and falls within short hiking distances. At Chittenden Brook Campground, Michelle R. describes that "sites one and two are just steps from incredible mountain views, an unbelievable swimming hole, and 3 amazing large waterfalls. The trail features a multitude of cascading falls and is incredibly tranquil."
Secluded, spaced-out sites: Many campgrounds offer significant privacy between sites. Dana M. reports that at Chittenden Brook Campground: "Great tent camping area with good privacy at sites. Would be tough for any but the tiniest RV. No water. Well maintained, and nice access to trails right from the campground."
Wildlife encounters: The forests around Goshen provide opportunities to spot native wildlife. Phil J. from Michigan Brook Road Camping notes: "My first time winter camping and had the entire area to myself. Beautiful sunsets, night skies and scenery. Extremely calm and peaceful. Woke up to two moose nearby the morning I was leaving."
Clean facilities despite rustic settings: Even primitive campgrounds maintain clean restrooms. Lauren S. mentions that Silver Lake Campground has "surprisingly clean vault toilets. No showers. There are dumpsters on the way out for trash and recycling. I saw bear storage lockers but I did not use them as I had my bear keg with me."
Cell service limitations: Most forested camping areas have little to no connectivity. Scott A. from Lake Bomoseen KOA reports: "The internet speed fluctuates and was slow to unusable our last day. I could not get the cable TV working. Cell services on ATT and TMobile were nonexistent. Campground WiFi is a joke (less than 1mbps)."
Bear precautions required: Black bears inhabit the region, requiring proper food storage. Nicole E. from Branbury State Park Campground advises: "Just make sure you put your food and trash away—there are black bears in the area!"
Vehicle clearance considerations: Forest roads may require higher clearance vehicles. About the dispersed sites at Green Mountain National Forest FR207, Miccal M. states: "This is not a place to go without at least 9" of ground clearance. Views are spectacular, choose either sunrise or sunset and you should be able to get a site to fit your needs."
Playgrounds and activities: Some campgrounds offer kid-friendly amenities. J L. notes that Branbury State Park has "spacious sites, hiking trails, biking trails, nice beach and grounds. Fishing, kayak, canoe, paddle boat and paddle board rentals. There's a nature center with all kinds of information and activities. A large playground. Volleyball and horseshoe pits."
Rocky play features: Natural features become entertainment for children. Desiree V. from Branbury State Park shares: "We stayed in a wooded area surrounded by large rocks my daughter could climb on. The beach was nearby and included in the stay with horseshoes and a playground."
Biking-friendly campgrounds: Kids can safely ride bikes in certain campgrounds. Elizabeth H. from Country Village Campgrounds mentions: "The one thing we loved the most was that the kids could ride their bikes around safely. We also found out that one weekend each summer they close the campground down to the public and fill all the sites with military families."
Limited full-hookup options: Most forest campgrounds lack RV amenities. James K. from Chittenden Brook notes sites "would be tough for any but the tiniest RV. No water."
Uneven terrain challenges: Many sites aren't level, requiring stabilization. K L. from Lake Bomoseen KOA cautions: "The sites are spacious enough, but are very close to each other. Zero buffer between neighboring sites means encroaching slide outs."
Dump station availability: Some parks offer dump stations despite primitive camping sites. Trip Over Life explains that at Branbury State Park: "No hookups are available but there is a dump station and a bathroom facility with paid showers."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Goshen, VT?
According to TheDyrt.com, Goshen, VT offers a wide range of camping options, with 209 campgrounds and RV parks near Goshen, VT and 22 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Goshen, VT?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Goshen, VT is Moosalamoo Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 16 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Goshen, VT?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 22 free dispersed camping spots near Goshen, VT.
What parks are near Goshen, VT?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 13 parks near Goshen, VT that allow camping, notably Green Mountain National Forest and Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests.
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