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Kettle Pond State Park Campground welcomes pets with appropriate documentation at its primitive sites in Marshfield, Vermont. The park features tent and RV camping options with pet-friendly policies throughout its grounds. New Discovery State Park Campground, also in Marshfield, maintains similar pet allowances while offering drive-in, boat-in, and walk-in access. Groton Forest Road Campground provides additional pet amenities including spacious dog walking areas and designated pet parks with separate sections for large and small dogs. The fenced dog parks give pets ample space to run off-leash while owners maintain control in other camping areas. Most campgrounds in the region require pets to be leashed when outside designated exercise areas, with leashes typically limited to six feet in length. Campers report clean, well-maintained pet waste stations throughout the grounds.
The Cross Vermont Trail accessible from Kettle Pond offers excellent dog-friendly hiking opportunities with multiple access points for campers with pets. Dogs can cool off in Kettle Pond's clear waters after trail excursions, though owners should bring water filtration systems as the primitive sites lack running water. Nearby New Discovery Campground provides water access approximately three miles away. Pet owners camping in the Groton State Forest area benefit from multiple interconnected trails suitable for dog walking between the various state parks. Wildlife encounters remain possible throughout the region, so keeping dogs leashed protects both pets and local animals. The primitive nature of many sites means pet owners should pack adequate water, food, and waste bags, as services can be limited. Veterinary services are available in nearby towns, with the closest options in Plainfield and Barre.
"This campground is easy to access, though owing to that one can hear traffic on the nearby road. The lake is beautiful, clear and clean, and there is a beach with sand for swimming."
"The campground has a small beach, boat launch and it's right on the Cross Vermont Trail. I stayed in October and it was really quiet and relaxing."
from $19 - $110 / night
Check AvailabilityKettle Pond State Park is located in Marshfield, VT only 30 minutes from our home"
"Remote campsite #9 was a bit wet this spring but in truth everything has been wet here in Vermont this year. 3 night get away with son, and first time on Kettle pond."
"Check-in happens at Stillwater, purchase your firewood and drive the 2 min down to Big Deer. For Vermont, these sites felt close, but we could still get privacy."
"Very nice sites, most have good privacy and are rather large - many of them also have large boulders around them! Access to Boulder Beach is included, which is a short walk or drive down the road."
"Easy access to a lake and a picnic pavilion. Noticed more than a few sites that I could hang at."
"There are hiking trails right from the campground, which we always appreciate. You can also go down to the water and rent a kayak or canoe from the rangers."
from $20 - $38 / night
Check Availability"Tucked away in a beautiful part of Vermont, the campground is right on Groton Lake with a swimming area and designated boat launch."
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Stillwater State Park in Groton VT is a delightful retreat, nestled on the shores of Lake Groton. The campground has a mix of lean-tos and tent sites."
"Little River State Park is located just outside of Waterbury Vermont so it’s an ideal location for jumping off on other adventures!"
"We came here to hike the Dalley Loop Trail (which is a great trail full of history), but we wish we had camped here instead of the private campground 45 minutes away where we did stay."
from $19 - $28 / night
Check Availability"The lake was gorgeous to swim in and had different rafts and stuff in the water for public use. The bathrooms were well maintained along with the showers."
from $35 / night
from $30 - $55 / night
Check Availability"It is a private landowners land, and she has various camping options including a cabin, hives, or open locations for rv or tent camping. "
from $35 - $75 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Dog friendly, mini golf, heated pool , two playgrounds, and crafts and fun things for the kids !"
from $50 / night
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ScoutThis 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.
GuideI have a 24’ RV towing a 30 foot trailer for perspective. I easily fit in site 107 and lots of other sites would have worked. They have a place to drop trailers if you don’t fit.
Sites 90 to 108 are best. 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.
Sites have 30 amp electric and water but might need a longish cord or hose. Clean easy to use dump with water.
Tent sites looked nice.
Short walk to nice beach or you can drive a car. Short tunnel so no campers or bikes on the roof.
Right next to rails to trails path that goes onto a causeway over the lake. There is a bike ferry to keep going. Nice ride.
Nice dog park 3/4 miles to the South on the trail.
Far away from noise. Can’t comment on loud campers.
GuideWe just spent 5 days at this wonderful campground. They have paid attention to all of the finer details. Beautiful landscaping, well leveled sites, very clean and neat. The staff is wonderful. My only disappointment with the camp is that there are only a few sites with sewer hookup. However, the dumping station is conveniently located, so if you have a small tank, daily trips are not a problem. There is plenty to do in the area - Littleton is a beautiful little town. The old houses in are incredible. New Hampshire is not a dog friendly state, but a short Drive into Vermont gets you access to many fine restaurants where you can bring your dog. Be sure to visit Dog Mountain in Vermont- a truly touching memorial to departed pets.
GuideVery 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.
ScoutWe enjoyed our stay here and our dog loved the dog park! We would highly recommend this campground.
TravelerWe stayed in a cabin with our pup. This place was very clean and loaded with amenities: pool, dog park, events, open fields, deer, store, etc. This was glamping with a fire pit 😃 There were plenty of sites for all size RV’s with hook-ups. A town with lots to do and see is nearby including hiking trails.
GuideThis campground is drive in and never touch the car again. Two huge sites that can be rented in tandem as a group site. Each site has a prep table, picnic table, fire pit, 5 gallons of fresh water, a raised platform for tents, and a porta potty. Very spacious sites. Easily two camoer vans and two tents on each site. Site is at the bottom of Kitchel and Herbs trails, atop the exit/entrance trails into the village of East Burke. Showers are a short walk away at Mike's Tiki Bar, in the Kingdom parking lot. The sites can be reserved, and usually are up to a year in advance. So call ahead! Sites are pet friendly and there's lots of space for big dogs to run around. Sites are super private from the outside world. This place is truly a hidden gem that can make your trip.
LegendThis is a small family-owned and operated campground just a few miles outside of St. Johnsbury, Vermont. The campground abuts the Moose River which makes for a pretty backdrop and wonderful place to dip your toes in the water. The shallow river is a clear flowing rocky river.
The campground is a mix of seasonal and transient campers with sites large enough to fit big rigs. There is also a rental camper and cabin available. There were tent sites but the owner mentioned they may fade those out. We stayed in a large pull thru (well over 125’), full hook-up site in the center section of the campground. (Site 27 @ $47/night). 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. Cable television is available and produced 32 stations. Our Verizon hotspot and phone worked well.
There are lots of activities at this park. It seems like every week there was a community bonfire where lots of palettes were set ablaze. During our stay, there was a potluck dinner in which the owners supplied roast beef and hosted us in a large covered pavilion. One evening they drove around the campground offering free ice cream sandwiches or drum sticks. Some mornings they supplied free bagels or donuts and always had free coffee. And, there were people always on the porch playing cards. Amenities include river access, a decent size dog park, large covered pavilion, bathhouse and laundry. When you arrive, you are given a swag bag with printed information about the surrounding area and businesses. This is a really nice touch because the reusable bag can be used in the grocery store as plastic bags have been banned in Vermont.
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. Your patio opens to a neighbor but the sites are far enough away that it’s not a bother and you don’t feel like you are on top of them. Probably the nicest site in the park is #23 which is a back-in site with your patio facing the river.
The campground is in a good location, just a few miles from downtown St. Johnsbury, just a mile or so from “Dog Mountain,” and about 15 miles from Littleton, New Hampshire. There is a town forest just a few miles away that has some nice hiking trails. The campground is pretty small so we were happy to find places to hike with our dog.
TravelerClean and quiet, good for kids and pets are welcome. There are 2 bathrooms with coin operated showers. There are sites for campers, tents, and a handful of lean tos. It’s a short hike down to Quechee Gorge, where you can cool off in the shallow water.
It’s very close to Quechee village and Woodstock so there are plenty of other activities, shopping, and dining options near by.
Rangers also run fun programs for children- my children churned butter and made popcorn over the campfire one night, and made tie dyed T-shirts the next (for no fee.)
Pets are welcome.
Ricker Pond State Park Campground offers rustic camping experiences with direct access to water recreation. The park maintains both drive-in sites and remote waterfront options accessible by canoe or hiking trails. The primitive settings feature outhouses rather than flush toilets at most remote sites. Operating from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend, campers should prepare for cool nights even in summer months when temperatures typically range from 60°F-80°F during the day. The surrounding Groton State Forest connects multiple state parks through a network of hiking and biking trails while providing natural habitat for loons, beavers, and other wildlife.
Paddle the motor-free waters: Ricker Pond State Park Campground provides direct water access for non-motorized watercraft. "The pond is serene and a great place to swim, paddle, explore, and fish," writes Hannah H. The calm waters make it ideal for beginners. "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," explains Shari G.
Explore remote campsites: Hike or paddle to secluded spots at Kettle Pond State Park Campground for more privacy. "The remote sites are a few hundred feet apart. But the rest are fairly private, spread out along a trail that rings the pond," notes Bryan P. These sites offer a more wilderness-like experience while still being accessible. "The farthest, most remote site, is about a mile from the parking lot," Bryan adds.
Trek the Cross Vermont Trail: Access this multi-use path directly from campgrounds. "We took a half day bike trip on it one day to go to the town of Marshfield to visit Rainbow Sweets, home of some of the best French pastries in Vermont," writes Rita M. The trail passes through diverse landscapes. "We biked through marshland, seeing Great Blue Herons and other wildlife. We passed by a waterfall, and even stopped at a little farm stand to buy pickles."
Stargazing opportunities: The minimal light pollution creates exceptional night sky viewing. Big Deer State Park Campground offers "goregous views of the milky way galaxy," according to Kelli M. The clear mountain air and distance from urban centers make this area particularly good for astronomy enthusiasts.
Wildlife encounters: Early mornings and evenings provide the best wildlife viewing times. "We got to float alongside a loon family, which was VERY cool," says Rita M. about Kettle Pond. Another visitor observed, "We were able to watch the Loons teaching its chicks to hunt for food," notes M.A.D. P. These encounters happen naturally when campers remain quiet and observant.
Seasonal timing flexibility: New Discovery State Park Campground offers camping from Memorial Day through mid-October. "I stayed at New Discovery this weekend, the sites are well separated and private. The grounds are beautiful and well situated to enjoy Groton State Forest," reports Robin B. Late season camping provides additional benefits. "I stayed in October and it was really quiet and relaxing," Michele S. mentions about Ricker Pond.
Limited cell service: Prepare for minimal connectivity throughout the region. "There is absolutely no cell service for miles, so plan accordingly," warns Michele S. This extends to most parks in the area. At Stillwater State Park Campground, "there is cell service near the water, but it is very inconsistent," according to Rita M.
Water access considerations: Many sites require planning for water needs. "The running water is accessed by going to New Discovery Campground, which is about 3 miles down the road," explains Rita M. about Kettle Pond. For remote sites, "bring a way to filter water, or large containers for getting water at New Discovery."
Weather preparedness: Vermont weather can change rapidly. "Remote campsite #9 was a bit wet this spring but in truth everything has been wet here in Vermont this year," Rick S. reports about Kettle Pond. Pack layers and rain gear regardless of forecast. Temperatures can drop significantly at night, even in summer.
Swimming options: Little River State Park Campground provides safe water recreation areas. "The reservoir was a great place to relax after a day of hiking!" writes Alison O. Families appreciate the designated swimming areas with gradual entry points. "We visited here with our 5 kiddos for 2 nights late July 2016. The facilities were clean, the small playground was great, and the small boat launch and beach kept us in the water," shares Rita M.
Historical exploration: Turn hikes into educational adventures by exploring historical sites. "The hiking trails are really good--actually pretty steep. There are lots of old foundations hidden on the trails that are fun to discover," notes Rita M. about Little River. These remnants of early settlements provide natural history lessons.
Off-season advantages: Consider camping in September when crowds thin but facilities remain open. "I took our Cub Scout Pack here and it was amazing. The fish were bitting all day long for catch and release fishing for our scouts which was perfect because some of the them kids never fished before," explains Chris H. about his experience at Kettle Pond. The shoulder season often offers more campsite availability and quieter conditions.
Site selection considerations: Choose carefully as not all campgrounds accommodate larger rigs. At Groton Forest Road Campground, "the spots were spacious with enough privacy between sites," according to Reid B. RVers should call ahead to confirm site dimensions and leveling requirements.
Electric options: Most primitive sites lack hookups, but some campgrounds offer limited electric access. "My favorite is to get sites 22 & 23 and have awesome water access, places to hang hammocks, just across from the bathrooms but down the hill enough to not be bothered by the comings and goings," Hannah H. recommends at Ricker Pond, though noting the lack of electrical hookups.
Access road considerations: Some campgrounds have challenging approach roads. "You must park in the lot and walk to all these sites," explains Bryan P. about Kettle Pond's remote sites. For larger rigs, contact the campground directly about road conditions, especially after heavy rain when unpaved access roads may become difficult to navigate.
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