Cabin accommodations around Lake Elmore provide heated shelters with a variety of furnishing levels. Mountain View Campground offers fully-equipped cabins with beds, kitchenettes and private bathrooms, while Smugglers Notch State Park features more rustic cabin options with simpler amenities. Electricity, picnic tables, and fire rings are standard at most locations. Cabin interiors typically include basic furniture like tables, chairs, and bed frames. Access to drinking water, showers and toilets varies by location. A camper wrote, "We stayed in a cabin and it was absolutely wonderful. It was clean and had everything we needed. All of the buildings were meticulously kept."
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Little River State Park Campground offers cabin accommodations from May through October, while other facilities like Singing Wood Farm and Mountain View Campground maintain similar seasonal operations. Most locations require advance reservations, especially during summer and fall foliage season. Pet policies vary - Mountain View Campground allows pets in designated cabins while Singing Wood Farm does not permit pets. A recent review noted, "The cabins were cozy and perfect just a short walk to the lake that's easily viewed from your cabin."
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities range from fully equipped kitchenettes in premium cabins to simple counters with microwaves in basic units. Firewood is available for purchase at most locations including Mountain View Campground, Smugglers Notch State Park, and Little River State Park. On-site camp stores stock essential items, with Mountain View Campground featuring "a small camp store with s'more fixings and a great beer selection." Visitors staying in more remote cabins should pack accordingly as amenities become more limited the further from developed areas.
"The Park, located along scenic Rte108, has about 20 tent sites and 14 lean-to’s well dispersed throughout the grounds."
"Close to tons of beautiful hikes. As for the campground. It was quiet, comfortable, and kid, as well as pet friendly. Would definitely camp here again."
from $20 / night
"The site was freshly raked when we got there, and the leftover wood was stacked next to the fire pit. Picnic table easily seats 8. Lots of bathrooms around the park, each with showers."
"Little River State Park is located just outside of Waterbury Vermont so it’s an ideal location for jumping off on other adventures!"
from $19 - $28 / night
"The campground is updated with a new laundry room and shower house. There are 2 pools (one for adults only) and a hot tub."
"We tended not to sit outside because of the heat which was fine because your patio is really close to your neighbors RV."
"If you want a place to nomadic camp that is near Stowe, but away from the hustle and bustle, then this place is for you. "
from $30 - $125 / night
"It’s a beautiful and quiet campground with limited spots that you have to reserve before going (they don’t do walk in’s). The woman in the office is so sweet and helpful."
"Been coming here for a few years now and it’s my favorite place to go in Vermont so far."
from $45 - $70 / night
"I’ve been visiting Ricker Pond for nearly 20 years (except for the years that I don’t book enough in advance and aren’t able to secure a spot for my desired length of stay)."
"A wide array of rustic cabins, lean-to shelters, and traditional tent campsites scattered throughout the park along the shores of Ricker Pond. "
from $19 - $110 / night
"It is a private landowners land, and she has various camping options including a cabin, hives, or open locations for rv or tent camping. "
"Book your stay and leave them some love."
from $35 - $75 / night
"Dog friendly, mini golf, heated pool , two playgrounds, and crafts and fun things for the kids !"
"They have a great little store and now they have Vermont Maple soft serve ice cream from my understanding. Kids love to play here and mini golf on site makes it even better."
from $50 / night
"Spaced out under trees. Sites 1 to 16 are close to each other.
Sites 113 to 119 are bad. Very close to each other. No redeeming qualities."
"This was their closing weekend and lots of spaces were available. Stayed in tent circle loop and it was almost empty. Great access to lake shore and bike path."
from $37 - $100 / night
"Tons of other activities for kids- splash pad, water slides, playground, basketball court, etc. Campground has no cell service and you have to pay for WiFi which is less than ideal."
"Laundry room and clean showers."
from $42 - $100 / night
GuideCar camped on Sunday of Columbus Day weekend in October. This was their closing weekend and lots of spaces were available. Stayed in tent circle loop and it was almost empty. Great access to lake shore and bike path. Walked back toward marina and town in the evening and ran in the morning the other direction going out to Rock Point. Didn’t use the shower facilities. The bathroom near our loop only had sinks and toilets and was fine.
GuideStayed here to be able to do the bike trail. Was warned to keep the bikes locked up. The sites are very close together. The picnic tables and fire pits(tire rims) are moveable. Our picnic table was in rough shape and broken.
The bathrooms have keypads on them but on our last morning there was a guy in the bathroom with his pants on the floor sitting in a shower chair for a couple of hours. The bathrooms also have spiders all throughout them. The water pressure was high and the showers were hot.
GuideSeems clean and well-kept. Staff in the office are friendly and helpful.
ScoutVery nice campground with great modern facilities. Many of the RV lots have nice views of Lake Champlain.
ScoutLove it here, great for swimming, kayaking and camping with your family
ScoutI've stayed on and off for 20 years, love the atmosphere, hospitality, pools, water slides. Laundry room and clean 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!
ScoutThe cleanest, nicest shower room we’ve ever experienced. The staff is exceptionally welcoming and friendly. The mini golf is decent but gold panning in the Wild Ammonusuc is the tourist draw. The salt water pool is sparkling cleaning. We enjoyed our visit very much and will come again.
RangerWe stayed at site 69 over the Fourth of July weekend this year. It was amazing - the site is so secluded, wooded, and had a lot of forest for the kids to explore.
The bathrooms were clean and renovated, showers were token only but were clean and hot with good water pressure.
The campground itself had so many activities planned (sunset kayak tour, fishing for beginners, and a Fourth of July parade were the ones we participated in) and the staff was great.
Ice and wood on hand, decently priced.
Sites were cleaned immediately after they were left by the precious campers.
Cabin rentals near Lake Elmore provide shelter in Vermont's Northern Green Mountains, where elevations range from 850 to over 2,000 feet in the surrounding peaks. These rustic accommodations serve as base camps for exploring nearby attractions like Smugglers Notch State Park and Little River State Park. Winter temperatures regularly drop below freezing, while summer averages 70-80°F during peak cabin rental season.
Hiking trails access: Several campgrounds near Lake Elmore connect directly to Vermont's extensive trail systems. At Smugglers Notch State Park Campground, cabins position you "minutes from some amazing hiking, which is great when you don't feel like driving long distances after a day hike." The park offers "multiple ways to access Mount Mansfield's trail system which is the highest mountain in the state of Vermont."
Winter camping options: Off-season cabin stays provide unique winter recreation opportunities. Some Lake Elmore area cabins remain accessible through winter months. At Smugglers Notch, a visitor noted, "Stayed at a lean-to site here in March. Free of charge during off season, you just have to call a couple weeks ahead to reserve and make sure you park in the allotted area. Hike/snowshoe in to your site as the gate is closed and the area is not plowed."
Water activities: Lake access enhances cabin camping experiences. At Ricker Pond State Park Campground, "The pond is serene and a great place to swim, paddle, explore, and fish. If you paddle or swim to the other side of the camp ground, there is a huge rock with a rope swing." Another visitor mentioned that "Paddling out on the lake has to be the best way to enjoy this wonderful area. With boats available for rent, you don't even need to bring your own."
Privacy levels: Cabin sites offer varying degrees of seclusion. At Little River State Park Campground, "Some of the best sites are up on a bluff with views over the lake towards sunrise." Other parks feature more secluded options, as one camper at Smugglers Notch noted: "Campsites are well spaced. Some of the campsites on the outside ring you need to walk into (a very short distance), but it makes it feel very secluded and less like car camping."
Local exploration: Cabins serve as central bases for regional exploration. A visitor at Little River State Park Campground shared, "I would highly recommend this campground to anyone looking to visit the Stowe/Waterbury area. We had easy access to hikes in Stowe, plus the Ben and Jerry's shop is about 20 minutes down the road!" Another camper noted, "This is a great park to just relax."
Well-maintained facilities: Recent renovations and upkeep across properties enhance cabin experiences. At Mountain View Campground, "The campground is updated with a new laundry room and shower house. There are 2 pools (one for adults only) and a hot tub." Another visitor noted the site was "beautifully maintained" with staff who were "incredibly friendly."
Reservation requirements: Advance booking is essential, especially for cabin accommodations. At Singing Wood Farm, a visitor reported, "It is a private landowner's land, and she has various camping options including a cabin, hives, or open locations for rv or tent camping." The property limits occupancy to "5-6 campers at any point in time."
Connectivity limitations: Cell service and WiFi vary significantly between locations. A camper at Ricker Pond State Park advised, "There is absolutely no cell service for miles, so plan accordingly." Similarly at Smugglers Notch, expect limited connectivity, though some sites like Singing Wood Farm provide access points: "There is a common area building on the property with Wi-Fi...We used it to check email and make phone calls, as cell access is spotty in this general area of Vermont."
Seasonal operations: Most cabin facilities follow strict seasonal schedules. A visitor to Smugglers Notch noted, "No facilities off season...Carry out all trash/waste." Similarly, Mountain View Campground operates "May 1 to Oct 15" with no winter accommodations. Check each location's specific dates as they vary widely, with most state park cabins closing after Columbus Day weekend.
Kid-friendly amenities: Several cabin providers offer specific family-focused features. At Sugar Ridge RV Village & Campground, families appreciate that it "has everything! Horse carriage rides, paved roads, 2 pools, playgrounds, mini golf, fireworks." One visitor with children reported, "We stayed here and were VERY happy! Dog friendly, mini golf, heated pool, two playgrounds, and crafts and fun things for the kids!"
Educational opportunities: Some Lake Elmore area cabins provide unique learning experiences. Smugglers Notch features "ranger programming" that was described as "exceptional," while Little River State Park offers hiking trails with "lots of old foundations hidden on the trails that are fun to discover."
Waterfront considerations: Choose cabin sites based on water access needs. At Ricker Pond, "The tent only loop is so private and perfect for kids biking and swimming. Nice pavilion and the pond was wonderful for canoes and kayaks." For those seeking supervised swimming, some parks provide this service: "There are life guards on duty at the beach and a playground and grills."
Hookup availability: RV cabins near Lake Elmore offer varying utility connections. At Moose River Campground, visitors appreciate "a large pull thru (well over 125'), full hook-up site in the center section of the campground. The electric worked fine and the sewer was easily reached with my 20' sewer hose. The pad was gravel (as were the roads) and the patio was nice grass."
Site positioning: Consider cabin and RV site location when booking. A visitor to Moose River Campground advised, "If you can score a riverfront site those are nice to sit outside and enjoy a fire. The pull thru sites are very close on one side as each RV pulls in the opposite direction; however, the sites are so long that if you pull up far enough you are not looking at your neighbor."
Leveling requirements: Some cabin and RV areas require extra leveling gear. At Singing Wood Farm, "The sites in the field are generally un-level, and we had to really work to level our trailer." Similarly, at Mountain View Campground, "Our gravel pad had a slight slope to it but we were able to get level. The pad was long enough to fit our RV with just enough room to fit the car in front."
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