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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests

779 Reviews

Gifford Woods State Park Campground's pet-friendly sites feature a range of accommodation options including tent camping, RV spaces, cabins, and glamping opportunities in Killington, Vermont. Pets are allowed throughout the campground with standard leash policies in effect. The campground offers clean facilities with hot showers, toilets, and trash disposal, making extended stays with pets comfortable. Michigan Brook Road in the Green Mountain National Forest provides free dispersed camping options for pet owners seeking a more rustic experience, with several primitive sites located along a creek. Lake Bomoseen KOA welcomes pets at their tent sites, RV spaces with full hookups, and pet-friendly cabins. The campground environments range from wooded privacy at Gifford Woods to more open waterfront options at Lake Bomoseen. Michigan Brook campsites require higher clearance vehicles as the road can be muddy and quite rutted.

Pet owners camping at Chittenden Brook Campground can access hiking trails directly from their sites, with the Appalachian Trail running through Gifford Woods State Park Campground. Nearby hiking options provide excellent exercise opportunities for dogs, though visitors should be aware of increasing black bear activity in certain areas and keep pets properly secured. Michigan Brook Road camping areas lack cell service, requiring pet owners to plan accordingly for emergency veterinary situations. The closest services are available at the end of Upper Michigan Brook Road, which has a gas station, post office, and general store. Moosalamoo Recreation Area offers additional pet-friendly camping with access to trails for hiking with dogs. Many campgrounds in the region are seasonal, typically operating from Memorial Day through Columbus Day, with some sites available without reservations even on holiday weekends. The bathrooms at Gifford Woods are exceptionally clean and decorated with wildflowers.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests (148)

    1. Gifford Woods State Park Campground

    17 Reviews
    Killington, VT
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 775-5354

    "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."

    2. Moosalamoo Campground

    16 Reviews
    Salisbury, VT
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 767-4261

    $15 / night

    "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."

    3. Lake Bomoseen KOA

    10 Reviews
    Bomoseen, VT
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 273-2061

    "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."

    4. Chittenden Brook Campground

    5 Reviews
    Goshen, VT
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 767-4261

    $15 / night

    "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."

    5. Michigan Brook Road Camping - Green Mtn Ntnl Forest

    4 Reviews
    Pittsfield, VT
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 747-6700

    "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."

    6. Coolidge State Park Campground

    13 Reviews
    Plymouth, VT
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 672-3612

    "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."

    7. Half Moon Pond State Park Campground

    7 Reviews
    Bomoseen, VT
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 273-2848

    "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)."

    8. Silver Lake Campground

    6 Reviews
    Salisbury, VT
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 767-4261

    $10 / night

    "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."

    9. Bomoseen State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Bomoseen, VT
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 265-4242

    "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."

    10. Michigan Brook

    3 Reviews
    Pittsfield, VT
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 747-6700

    "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.
    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 Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests

Experience the beauty of Vermont's Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests while enjoying a camping trip with your furry friends. There are several pet-friendly campgrounds that offer a range of amenities and activities for both you and your pets.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests

Pet-friendly campgrounds include scenic views and amenities

  • Coolidge State Park Campground offers well-maintained sites with plenty of space between them, ensuring a peaceful environment for you and your pet.
  • At Lake Bomoseen KOA, you can enjoy a variety of amenities, including boat rentals and a game room, all while having your pet by your side.
  • Silver Lake Campground provides access to a clean lake with a dock, making it a great spot for swimming and relaxing with your dog.

Dog owners appreciate the welcoming atmosphere and facilities

  • Bomoseen State Park Campground is known for its friendly staff and clean facilities, making it a comfortable choice for pet owners.
  • Michigan Brook offers a peaceful setting with clear sites and fire rings, perfect for a quiet night under the stars with your pet.
  • Chittenden Brook Campground features semi-remote sites that provide privacy and easy access to trails, ideal for exploring the great outdoors with your dog.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests is Gifford Woods State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 17 reviews.

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