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Best Campgrounds near Londonderry, VT

738 Reviews

Londonderry, Vermont and the surrounding Green Mountain region provide a mix of established campgrounds and primitive sites for outdoor enthusiasts. Jamaica State Park Campground, located about 10 miles southwest of Londonderry, offers tent and RV camping with both drive-in and walk-in sites. Winhall Brook Camping Area in South Londonderry features tent, RV, and cabin accommodations with waterfront access. The area includes several state parks and national forest lands that support various camping styles from developed facilities to more remote experiences.

Most campgrounds in the region operate seasonally, typically from May through mid-October, with many closing after Columbus Day weekend. Primitive camping areas in Green Mountain National Forest, such as Hapgood Pond, remain accessible but with limited amenities during shoulder seasons. "Vermont to begin with is beautiful. You can stay in the National Green Mountain forest for only ten dollars a night," notes one camper about the affordability of national forest camping. Road conditions can vary significantly, especially during spring thaw when dirt roads become muddy and rutted. Cell service is generally reliable near established campgrounds but may be limited in more remote areas. Advance reservations are strongly recommended for summer weekends and fall foliage season when campgrounds frequently reach capacity.

Waterfront camping receives consistently positive reviews from visitors to the region. Campers particularly value sites along the West River in Jamaica State Park and near Winhall Brook where swimming and paddling opportunities abound. According to one visitor, "The campground is located where Winhall River meets the West River. There is river swimming, hiking and biking on the West River Bike Trail, theater in the summer in Weston and wonderful towns all around." Mixed-use campgrounds offering both tent and RV sites tend to be well-maintained with clean facilities. Many developed campgrounds provide amenities such as fire rings, picnic tables, and access to potable water, while more primitive sites in the national forest offer greater privacy and a more rustic experience. The region's moderate summer temperatures and stunning fall foliage make it particularly appealing for camping from July through early October.

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Best Camping Sites Near Londonderry, Vermont (192)

    1. Jamaica State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    Jamaica, VT
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 874-4600

    $20 - $42 / night

    "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."

    "Great spot near the river with a flat trail and a waterfall near by."

    2. Emerald Lake State Park Campground

    18 Reviews
    Danby, VT
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 362-1655

    "The camp sites are quite a bit of a walk up the hill from the lake where there is swimming, kayaking, paddle boating and picnicking."

    "Beautiful campground in south central Vermont.  On a lovely emerald green small lake with nice beach. Good for fishing and kayaking.  Well kept."

    3. Winhall Brook Camping Area - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    10 Reviews
    South Londonderry, VT
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 824-4570

    $20 - $26 / night

    "The campground is located where Winhall River meets the West River."

    "There is a small group of camp sides with electricity and water but most sites have none. The bathrooms are clean. Where the two rivers intersect is a nice sport to put your feet in the water."

    4. Camping On The Battenkill

    20 Reviews
    Arlington, VT
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 375-6663

    $45 - $57 / night

    "Our first time in Vermont and we picked an awesome campground. This place has a great layout with lots of great sites to choose from.

    There are several sites right on the river!

    Clean bath houses."

    "Site 16 had a path to the river and was slightly tucked away. Sites 13 and 14 were cool spots too, I’d imagine in the summer you may have less privacy because it’s near the swimming area."

    5. Greendale Campground

    5 Reviews
    Weston, VT
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 747-6700

    "Greendale Campground is a small remote campground located along Greendale Brook in Weston, VT.

    There are 11 campsites available in a wooded setting."

    "We picked a nice site next to a babbling brook. While we only tent camped we plan to return with our new to us pop up this year. We only saw two cars during our entire stay."

    6. Caton Place Campground

    7 Reviews
    Chester, VT
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 226-7767

    "Easy to drive into the campground and into the site. We had no issues at all. Hosts were very friendly and helpful. Campground was very clean and well manicured."

    7. Grout Pond Campground — Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests

    8 Reviews
    Sunderland, VT
    15 miles
    +1 (802) 362-2307

    $16 / night

    "My friend and I were desperately looking for a place to spend the weekend, and with Covid making it a little more difficult to rely on walking in and finding a campsite, we made a blind reservation for"

    "We were the only campers along the waterfront, but there were a few car campers in the sites near the road."

    8. Hapgood Pond NF Campground

    3 Reviews
    Peru, VT
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 362-2307

    "The surrounding grounds are mostly manicured fields."

    "The pond has a nice easy 1 mile trail that loops around the pond. A little bit of cell service (2 bars) with Verizon"

    9. Hapgood Pond

    3 Reviews
    Peru, VT
    5 miles
    Website

    $20 - $50 / night

    "Vermont to begin with is beautiful.

    Getting into a national park to begin with is usually a fee, and then camping is a separate fee."

    "All of the campsites are just a minute walk to the water. There is also a nice trail the leads all the way around the water."

    10. Horseshoe Acres Campground

    3 Reviews
    Weston, VT
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 875-2960

    $37 - $57 / night

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  • alicianlv The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Grout Pond Campground — Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests

    Grout Pond Loop

    Camping Grout Pond Loop is truly nice after Labor Day (Sept 5-7). Campsites 15 & 16 offer pull-out space to turn around truck campers --we lucked out w/ 4 wheel camper pop-up). Over hanging trees would make it difficult for larger equipment, plus saw posting that excludes trailers from certain roads. We reserved well in advance; however many fellow campers were trying to find first come sites and ended up hiking in to camp around pond sites. Sites are in eye-site of each other but you don't feel crowded. Temps during day around 65-70 F. Nights dipped to 45-55F.
    We saw deer & turkeys driving the surrounding woods after short hikes.
    We love chatting w locals and learned of a special shrine that was faithfully built from stone to resemble original in modern day Turkey. What a special & serene place.

  • Lorraine H.
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Aqua Vista Valley Campgrounds

    2 month stay started July

    It's ok great water views stuff for kids to do every weekend it's the seasonal campers that make it not fun at times u have some very friendly then others that are noisy judging ,parting witch parting really ain't problem until ur not watching ur kids or being loud at times I give it a 7 out of 10

  • Andy M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Statton Pond Camp on Forest Road 71

    Large Area with Fire Pit in the middle

    This was a great site.  I couldn't believe that the site was not being used at all, especially the just a couple of days before Fourth of July weekend.  Many other sites further south on 71 were filled and some were just TTs holding the space for the upcoming weekend.

    The site was very flat and could accommodate several small campers.  It was quiet during our overnight stay other than a car or two on Stratton-Arlington Rd.  There weren't many mosquitoes either.  Hiking trail to Stratton Pond close by.

  • Kenneth P.
    Aug. 28, 2025

    Fort Dummer State Park Campground

    Not So Bad

    We spent one night at site #20 and enjoyed our stay.  It was rather peaceful other than the hum of I-91. The staff was friendly and helpful. The sites were generally wooded, pretty level, and fairly spread apart from one another.  I saw no signs of the problems identified in the June 2025 review.  Yes, I must agree that the restrooms are old, but they were clean.  The other problems might happen anywhere and were obviously brought under control.  Clearly, the writer of the June 2025 post knew way more than any weekend camper would be aware of and this shows that is more to their story that should have been revealed in their post.

  • M
    Aug. 26, 2025

    Aqua Vista Valley Campgrounds

    kids always have a blast!

    We went for the Halloween event, and the kids had a great day and evening! They really enjoyed trick or treating!!!

  • W
    Aug. 20, 2025

    Quechee State Park Campground

    Good location

    The park is in a good location; it is right next to the road. We were at sight #3.  We were able to walk to the gorge as well as to the Antique mall.  The staff was very friendly and accommodating with us. My wife really enjoyed it and had a lot of fun. The ice cream was really close and really good. 

    The issue I had was the camp next to ours had the generator on all night long and I had a hard time getting back to sleep after going to the bathroom. Next time I will get a volunteer or park ranger to get it turned off.

  • licia S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Somerset Airfield

    No Wifi, Resevoir Beautiful

    Enjoyed the stunning babbling brook and resevoir- saw happy people swimming, kayaking, and camping. It's been quiet and peaceful and sometimes generators running all night. I arrived after the 4th of July and a neighbor said it was rowdy during the holiday with illegal fireworks set off every night over the dry forest. These pics are from a weekday morning. It's great to see families camping. There are pit toilets. AT.T service at bridge prior to camp- short walk. SOS only in camp. Another camper told me Starlink works here.

  • Ricky H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 13, 2025

    George D Aiken Wilderness Dispersed

    Not terrible

    Site was littered with places previous campers had left human excrement. While not in the site directly, it was all around it. Also had someone who decided to use the area to sight in his rifle. Which was very unexpected as it was incredibly loud with no warning at all. Was not aware this was a gun range. Tried to flag down a park ranger, but he just drove on by.

Guide to Londonderry

Camping near Londonderry, Vermont, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the nearby trails, including those at Quechee State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "There is a hiking trail beside of 37 and it’s steep going down and up but well worth it."
  • Fishing: The rivers and lakes in the area provide great fishing spots. A camper at Camping On The Battenkill said, "There are several sites right on the river!"
  • Swimming: Enjoy a refreshing dip in the local lakes. A review for Lake George RV Park highlighted, "The dog park area is huge and allows for lots of play," which also includes access to swimming areas.

What campers like:

  • Spacious sites: Campers appreciate the roomy and private sites at Woodford State Park Campground. One visitor noted, "Our site was good-sized and private, surrounded by trees."
  • Clean facilities: Many campers rave about the cleanliness of the bathrooms and showers. A review for Jamaica State Park Campground stated, "Showers were free and nice and clean, and you can control the temperature."
  • Friendly staff: Campers often mention the helpfulness of the staff. A visitor at Mt. Greylock Campsite Park said, "Pat and Gordon are incredibly welcoming hosts."

What you should know:

  • Limited cell service: Be prepared for spotty cell reception in some campgrounds. A camper at Monadnock State Park Campground mentioned, "No cell/data service... I wish this were clearer on their website."
  • No electric hookups: Many campgrounds, like Greenfield State Park Campground, do not offer electric hookups. A visitor noted, "No hookups in the campground, and sites are hit or miss with tree coverage."
  • Bugs can be a nuisance: Be ready for bugs, especially in warmer months. A camper at Monadnock State Park Campground humorously remarked, "The bugs… holy hell, the bugs."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-friendly activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and organized activities. A review for Lake George Escape Campground mentioned, "There is a FULL schedule of themed activities for the kiddos, weekly."
  • Safety: Ensure the campground has safe biking areas for kids. A visitor at Moose Hillock Camping Resorts said, "Not very kid bike friendly... the hill was steep along with a loose gravel surface."
  • Spacious sites: Choose campgrounds with large sites for family gatherings. A camper at Camping On The Battenkill noted, "Sites aren’t on top of each other but you can see your neighbors."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site size: Make sure the campground can accommodate your RV size. A review for Moose Hillock Camping Resorts mentioned, "For a private campground, the sites are large and well spaced out."
  • Dump station availability: Look for campgrounds with dump stations. A camper at Woodford State Park Campground appreciated, "There is a dump station available."
  • Road conditions: Be aware of the road conditions in the campground. A visitor at Lake George RV Park said, "The roads in the park are confusing because none are parallel or perpendicular."

Camping near Londonderry, Vermont, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities are available at Londonderry camping facilities?

Camping facilities near Londonderry offer varied amenities to suit different preferences. Silver Lake Campground provides clean facilities with a concrete dock for swimming, boat rentals, and nature tours led by state park staff. Sites are designed with privacy in mind without being too isolated. For a more developed experience, Brattleboro North KOA offers exceptional facilities including a recreation room, laundry services, clean bathrooms, and organized activities for both children and adults. Most state parks in the region provide basic amenities like picnic tables, fire rings, and toilet facilities, while national forest campgrounds like Hapgood Pond offer more rustic experiences with minimal amenities but beautiful natural settings.

Where can I find campgrounds near Londonderry?

Londonderry is surrounded by excellent camping options throughout southern Vermont. Jamaica State Park Campground is a top choice featuring 41 tent/RV sites and 18 lean-tos, with some situated right on the West River. The park offers privacy while still being accessible. For those willing to drive a bit further, Horseshoe Acres Campground near Chester provides drive-in and walk-in access with full amenities. Other nearby options include Hapgood Pond in the Green Mountain National Forest near Manchester, Mount Ascutney State Park in Windsor, and Camping On The Battenkill near Arlington, all within reasonable driving distance from Londonderry.

When is the best season for camping in Londonderry?

The prime camping season near Londonderry runs from late May through early October, with each period offering unique experiences. Summer months provide ideal swimming weather and full access to all facilities. For early season camping, Wilgus State Park Campground opens well before Memorial Day, offering camping cabins for those chilly early spring nights. Fall brings spectacular foliage, especially at Gifford Woods State Park Campground, though sites fill quickly during peak color season. Be prepared for variable weather at higher elevation campgrounds like Woodford State Park, which sits at the highest elevation among Vermont state campgrounds and can experience cooler temperatures even in summer.

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