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Best Tent Camping near Londonderry, VT

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Green Mountain National Forest surrounds Londonderry, Vermont with numerous backcountry tent camping opportunities along the Appalachian Trail and Long Trail corridors. Stratton Pond Shelter, located 3.75 miles from the nearest parking area, offers tent platforms and primitive tent sites near one of the largest bodies of water on the Long Trail. Little Rock Pond Group Camp & Shelters provides tent-only camping with several platforms at just $5 per person per night. Michigan Brook Road Camping in the Green Mountain National Forest offers more accessible tent camping options with established sites along a forest service road approximately 25 miles north of Londonderry.

Most tent campsites in the region require preparation for minimal facilities. Backcountry shelters typically include basic privies but unreliable water sources, particularly during late summer drought conditions. At Michigan Brook Road, campers should bring their own water and be prepared for rough, rutted roads that require higher clearance vehicles, especially after spring thaw when mud can make access challenging. Tent sites at Appalachian Trail shelters are often on uneven ground with minimal site preparation. Fire regulations vary by location, with some areas permitting fires in established rings while others prohibit them entirely during dry periods. Cell service is virtually nonexistent at most primitive tent camping locations.

Tent campers frequently use these sites as stopovers during longer section hikes rather than weekend destinations. According to one visitor at Stratton Pond, "The tent camping areas have two dedicated platforms and several flat spots for multiple tents." At Michigan Brook, a camper noted that "the spot before the bridge right next to the river is the best one" for tent camping. The area around Little Rock Pond offers surprisingly warm swimming during summer months, with large tent areas that can accommodate multiple tents. Winter camping is possible at some locations, though access becomes significantly more difficult, with Stratton Pond requiring snowshoes or skis for the nearly four-mile approach. Most backcountry tent sites provide good separation between campers, offering privacy even during busier periods.

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  • Erin B.
    Sep. 11, 2019

    Clarksburg State Park Campground

    low key and beautiful fall getaway

    Keep in mind that this review is written after camping sept 8th (the week that school started for many) so it might not be relevant to peak camping season. We were pleasantly surprised with our weekend getaway to Clarksburg State Park. Nestled in the Berkshires and basically walking distance to Vermont, Clarksburg State Park provides a comfortable and semi-private tent site. Several spots (including ours 6) were very close to the rather large pond. While the trees obstruct the views, the site was waterfront and we were able to walk a few yards downhill to the waters edge where we launched our kayaks (there is a designated launching spot elsewhere). No electric and water hookups are provided but we were totally okay with that. Bear boxes were provided on each site so that you don’t have to keep stinky food or garbage in your car! Each site also had a fire pit with a grate so that you can cook right there on the fire. The bathrooms were some of the cleanest campground bathrooms and showers i’ve experienced (no bugs or webs also) and there was a dishwashing station on the side. The sites were large and well spaced but they had trees in between so that you felt privacy. The campground itself had plenty of sites, firewood for sale in the front and a pavilion and beach area on the day use side. There are plenty of trails you can hop on right outside your tent site and very little light pollution for optimal star gazing. We really enjoyed our time here and will definitely be back!

  • Ryan A.
    Jun. 12, 2024

    Mohawk Trail State Forest Campground

    Great Campground in Western Mass

    This is a great campground located off of highway 2 in western Mass. I stayed in site 51 and luckily the campground was mostly empty(it was on a Thursday though and was supposed to be full for the weekend.) Each campsite has a bear box and fire ring, there is easy access to hiking trails and flush-toilet bathrooms with sinks are located throughout. There is only one dumpster though and it’s a walk to get to – store your trash in your car or drive it each night, or enjoy the walk. 

    The campsites are very close together without much brush for privacy, so you should expect to see your neighbors up close and personal. Some of the sites are on Cold River(which is more like a creek). The bugs were awful, especially the gnats and I did see a large tick on my fire grill, so be prepared. The best sites are on the lower loop around the water. Avoid any site next to the bathroom as the lights stay on all night and will shine directly into your tent. 49 looked really nice and seemed dark. The hike-in sites were also close together, 22 is the most private. There are baskets with wheels provided. 

    The rangers are friendly and sell firewood in case you need any. You’ll need to check in before going to the campsite, they’ll give you a map and they take good care of the sites. Would definitely camp here again.

  • Justin P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 25, 2022

    Velvet Rocks Shelter Backcountry Campground on the AT — Appalachian National Scenic Trail

    Standard AT back country shelter on the limited site of tent camping

    Note this is a back country shelter along the Appalachian Trail, so it is 100% long hike in with no guaranteed water and a basic privvy.

    I tented along here for a night during a section hike of the AT from Lyme into Vermont.

    The shelter was the basic AT 3-sided wood structure and was generally in good shape.

    The water source here was dry during my trip which was expected during the drought (August 2022).

    The tent camping here was ok, with some slightly slanted spots around the main shelter area.

    There was no real view from the shelter.  There was also a basic privvy available.

    This was a decent shelter to stop at along the AT, but I would not consider it a weekend destination.

    There was no bear box onsite.

  • Justin P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 19, 2022

    Stony Brook Backcountry Shelter on the AT in Vermont — Appalachian National Scenic Trail

    Basic AT shelter with lots of tent camping and swimming hole nearby

    Note: This is a hike in back country shelter with unreliable water and a pit bathroom.

    I tented here on a section hike of the AT. The shelter was a fairly basic 8ish person shelter, but this stop stood out because of a brand new privvy, large tenting areas, and a swimming hole and consistent water just a bit further down the trail (when heading northbound).

    For camping, there were a few large tent areas where multiple tents could fit and which looked quite level.

    The privvy looked brand new and was more spacious than most on the trail.

    There was no water on the shelter, but there was plenty of water at Stony Brook / Mink Brook a bit further northbound. I only explored a bit offtrail down the brook but found a decent swimming hole (could just barely submerge myself) to clean off a bit.

    There was also a bear box here, which I hadn't seen at other shelters along the AT in Vermont (heading southbound).

    Although the shelter was fairly basic, I would keep this on my list as a go-to place to stop if I was planning to hike in the area.

  • Dawn S.
    May. 30, 2020

    Savoy Mountain State Forest Campground

    Clean

    My pup and I spent two nights here and were very happy. While this campground is bare-bones (no pool) it is perfect for anyone who wants to just chill and do nothing or hit the mountains / local area and do some hiking. The entire campground was very clean, as were the bathrooms. At check-in they will give you maps of hiking routes. Firewood is for sale onsite as are a few necessities. They also had bear boxes, picnic tables and fire rings at each site. We will go back.

  • Jessica D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 21, 2023

    Molly Stark State Park Campground

    Quiet, secluded & nestled in the woods

    We stayed here as a stopover on our way home to NJ from Maine. It's 5 min down the road from Wilmington, one of our favorite towns to visit. There are no hookups at any Vermont state parks (Molly Stark included). We stayed at site T16. It's a pull through RV site with a fire ring & picnic table. T16 is right next to bathrooms- unfortunately the map shows showers there too (there are not). We boondocked- there's a spot up top near the other bathrooms where you can fill your fresh water tank. We had a slight issue with our fresh tank overflow valve & the park worker was INCREDIBLE, helpful and so kind. I think his name was Jerry?. He came right over and even rigged up a fix for it in his workshop. We got him a 12pack as a thanks before we left :). Campground is quiet & nestled in the woods. We didn't see any bear, but it is an active bear area. Some tent sites have lean to structures as well. There's a large pavilion at the top of the campground for eating etc. If we stayed longer we would have definitely done the Mt Olga Fire-tower trail. This is no frills, primitive & refreshing camping. And yes- we would stay again!!

  • Sara Q.
    Oct. 7, 2019

    Savoy Mountain State Forest Campground

    Small, loud, muddy

    Unfortunately, I was not a big fan of this small campground. Right from the start, upon checkin, I bought two $5 ea. bundles of wood after being assured they were "kiln dried".  The wood wouldn't catch no matter what I tried -- not even with the help of some fire starter.  The tent site itself was very small and barely fit my truck and tent.  It was made smaller still because of the mud and holes on the perimeter of the site. At night, there was a lot of traffic noise nearby and despite a posted quiet time, other campers were slamming car doors over and over and talking at the top of their lungs, making it difficult to sleep. The surrounding state forest was pretty and the trails were in decent shape.

  • Christina W.
    May. 28, 2019

    Sperry Road Campground — Mount Greylock State Reservation

    I go every year!

    Me and my friends get a group site at least once a year. It's an amazing place with really great staff that care about the safety of everyone and keeping the areas clean. We always have an amazing time here. The views are great and we have never had any issues. 

    First time I went it was intimidating because I had never camped in an all tent camping site with no running water or public restroom areas. However, as soon as I got acclimated, I loved it. There are outhouses stationed at different areas all around, and bear boxes for every group. There are bears around so use the boxes seriously. 

    There are a number of rivers and little waterfalls that are always nice to visit. I plan to go there again very soon!

  • Justin P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 19, 2022

    Gifford Woods State Park Campground

    Quiet and well maintained campground

    I tent camped here before doing a section hike of the Appalachian Trail and it was one of the best campgrounds I’ve stayed at before.

    The sites have some privacy and woods in between, though the tent sites vs. shelters and cabins were mostly closer to the access road. All sites were super clean and had a picnic table and fire ring. Most sites had a built in cooking fire structure (vs. a fire ring) they looked great for camp cooking, though my site (T01) seemed to be the only without it.

    The facilities were well-maintained, there were water spigots everywhere, and though I didn’t get a chance to enjoy, there were lots of activities right there (volleyball lawn, the AT running right through the campground, mountain bike trails).

    I didn’t stay in them, but the cabins and lean-tos looked great for group or family options.

    Kent Pond was also just across the road for water activities, and I saw at least one fly fisher out.

    Killington was also right nearby for restaurants and other needs.

    I will definitely be coming back to explore more!

Guide to Londonderry

Green Mountain National Forest offers primitive tent campsites near Londonderry, Vermont with varying levels of accessibility and facilities. Campsites range from roadside spots to backcountry locations requiring substantial hiking. Most dispersed camping areas operate seasonally from May through October, with winter access limited by snow conditions at higher elevations.

What to do

Explore swimming holes: Michigan Brook Road Camping features several swimming spots along the creek. According to a camper, "Nice little spots to hangout all day. Lots to see, and explore."

Winter camping adventures: While challenging, winter camping is possible at some locations. At Michigan Brook Road, one visitor noted, "The main road to the parking lot is plowed and sanded. However if you would like to continue down the service road during winter months I would highly recommend snowshoes or a snowmobile."

Support local farm-based camping: Maple Ridge Farm offers a different camping experience on private land. A camper shared, "The owners were so friendly and excited to welcome campers. They have a common room that has games and eggs for sale."

What campers like

Shelter amenities: Stony Brook Backcountry Shelter offers "a brand new privvy, large tenting areas, and a swimming hole and consistent water just a bit further down the trail." The reviewer noted it "stood out because of a brand new privvy" that was "more spacious than most on the trail."

Privacy between sites: Tent campers appreciate the separation between sites at many backcountry locations. At Winturri Backcountry Shelter, a hiker observed "this stop had a great amount of tent camping around in spaces with decent privacy."

Transportation assistance: Some private campgrounds help with access. At Maple Ridge Farm, "They'll drive you in an ATV up to some of the sites that are further away from the parking lot."

What you should know

Limited cell coverage: Most backcountry locations have no cellular service. A camper at Michigan Brook Road warned, "THIS LOCATION DOES NOT PROVIDE CELL PHONE SERVICE OR WIFI CONNECTION," though they added, "if you walk to the end of upper Michigan Brook road you will have cell phone service."

Water reliability varies: Water sources at backcountry shelters can be unreliable, especially in late summer. At Winturri Shelter, a hiker mentioned "Water was running when I was there in mid-August from a spring close to the shelter," but noted the shelter "doesn't have consistent water."

Road conditions: Michigan Brook Road Camping requires vehicles with good clearance. A recent visitor cautioned, "Road goes in pretty far. Some parts are muddy and very rough. Higher clearance would be advised!!!"

Tips for camping with families

Bear safety preparation: Some tent camping areas have bear boxes for food storage. At Stony Brook Shelter, a camper mentioned, "There was also a bear box here, which I hadn't seen at other shelters along the AT in Vermont."

Swimming options for children: Multiple locations offer swimming opportunities. At Stony Brook, a camper found "a decent swimming hole (could just barely submerge myself) to clean off a bit" by exploring "a bit offtrail down the brook."

Shelter capacity awareness: When planning family trips to backcountry shelters, consider capacity limits. At Little Rock Pond Group Camp & Shelters, "there's a big 3-wall cabin with room for at least 12, several tent platforms" that can accommodate family groups.

Tips from RVers

Parking limitations: Most dispersed camping areas near Londonderry have restricted vehicle access. At Stratton Pond Shelter, "The shelter is a 3.75mi hike from the nearest parking lot in winter," making it inaccessible for most RVs.

Winter considerations: RV camping becomes extremely difficult in winter. One camper who attempted to bring their car further at Michigan Brook Road "was stuck overnight but was able to dig myself out the next morning."

Supply planning: With limited facilities, campers should bring all necessary supplies. A Michigan Brook Road visitor noted that at the end of the road, "you will have cell phone service and a gas station along with a United States Post Office as well as a general store which also serves as a restaurant. There you can find just about anything."

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