Best Cabin Camping near Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests
Gifford Woods State Park offers rustic cabin accommodations within a forested setting near the Appalachian Trail. Cabins provide basic amenities with picnic tables and fire rings for outdoor cooking and dining. Most units feature wooden platforms, sturdy roofs, and multiple sleeping areas to accommodate families or small groups. Electricity is available in select cabins, though heating options vary by location and season. Bathroom facilities include central shower buildings with hot water. Chittenden Brook Campground provides more secluded cabin options along a peaceful brook. According to one visitor, "The cabin on the brook is cute with extra privacy and a private view of water."
Reservations are essential during peak seasons from Memorial Day through mid-October when most cabins are in highest demand. Lake Bomoseen KOA offers more developed cabin accommodations with additional amenities compared to state park options. Pet policies vary by location, with some cabins allowing dogs while others maintain strict no-pet rules for cabin guests. A recent review noted, "We stayed in one of the lovely rustic cabins. We love hiking and there is no shortage of hiking trails in and around the park, including the AT that runs right through the park."
Most cabins provide beds and basic furniture but require visitors to bring their own linens, pillows, sleeping bags, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities typically include outdoor fire rings with cooking grates, though some cabins may offer indoor cooking areas. Small on-site stores at locations like Gifford Woods sell firewood, ice, and limited groceries. Campers should bring all food supplies, cooking utensils, matches, flashlights, and appropriate seasonal clothing. Larger grocery stores are located in nearby towns such as Killington and Rutland for more extensive provisioning before arrival.












