RV camping near Greensboro, Vermont offers year-round options within the northeastern highlands where elevations range from 800 to 2,700 feet. The region sits between the Green Mountains and Connecticut River Valley, creating a varied landscape for campers. Winter temperatures can drop below -20°F, while summer averages 75-80°F during peak camping season.
What to do
Hiking trails access: At Elmore State Park Campground, campers can take the trail to the fire tower atop Elmore Mountain. "There is a fire tower you can hike at the top which provides beautiful views," notes Kelli M. The trail gets crowded on weekends, particularly during summer and fall.
Water activities: Paddling options abound on local lakes and rivers. A camper at Eden Rec Area Camping shares, "The lake was quite calm and pleasurable to paddle." Many campgrounds offer canoe and kayak rentals for day use.
Winter recreation: Cannon Mountain RV Park provides excellent cold-weather camping access. "Perfect for ski bums. Access to xcs, downhill, and snow machine trails," reports Corrie G. The campground remains open year-round, unusual for RV parks in this region.
What campers like
Night sky views: The clear mountain air allows for exceptional stargazing opportunities. "Because our lean-to was in a meadow with no tree coverage, we were treated to the most awesome night sky we've ever seen at a Vermont state park," writes Tara S. about Elmore State Park.
Diverse site options: Burke Campground offers rustic accommodations with both red and blue trail options. "Nice lean-to on the blue trail with a fire pit," notes Alex R. Sites range from primitive to developed across the region's campgrounds.
Quiet atmosphere: Many campers appreciate the peaceful settings. At Elmore State Park, one reviewer mentions, "Book the loop away from the road for the quietest campsites." Off-season camping (May-June and September-October) provides the most solitude.
What you should know
Limited availability: Small campgrounds fill quickly during peak season. Brookside RV Camping has just two sites with electric hookups only. "This is a great spot to stop for a night with your RV and enjoy the river for a night," says Miccal M.
Site privacy varies: Many campgrounds have mixed site privacy levels. At Elmore State Park, a camper notes, "Some of the wooded tent sites are quite private, but most are not." Request specific sites when booking if privacy is important.
Seasonal operations: Most campgrounds close by mid-October. "Stayed here recently for our 2nd full hook up ever. Kids were happy with the heated pool, horse rides, and other activities," explains Russ V. about a spring visit to Sugar Ridge RV Village & Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Look for campgrounds with family-focused amenities. "Horse carriage rides, paved roads, 2 pools, playgrounds, mini golf, fireworks," are available at Sugar Ridge according to Jen C.
Weather preparation: Mountain climate means temperature swings even in summer. "The temps dropped into the 20s during our trip, which made washing up a little bit painful," reports a camper at Elmore State Park where sinks have cold water only.
Choose sites strategically: At Woodbury Meadows Campground, "With 6 sites, this family-owned campground was the perfect pit stop on our road trip to Stowe. Dog and kid friendly," notes Alison L. The campground's small size makes it manageable with young children.
Tips from RVers
Site selection considerations: Terrain can impact RV comfort. "Labeling individual site power on map would be helpful," suggests a camper at Sugar Ridge who found discrepancies between site maps and actual hookups. Always call ahead to confirm site dimensions and hookup specifics.
Seasonal RV options: For longer stays, look into seasonal sites. At River Meadow Campground RV Park, a camper noted they "booked it for this 4th of July week and got out on the seasonal camping wait list." Seasonal options often require advance booking 6-12 months out.
Navigation challenges: Mountain roads can be challenging for larger rigs. A camper at Smugglers Notch RV Village appreciated that "They offer a variety of different sites to fit each campers needs, a beautiful well kept bath house and a small but well stocked store." Always research road conditions before arrival.