RV sites near Middlesex, Vermont operate primarily from May through October due to the region's cold winter climate, with most campgrounds closing for the season by late fall. The area sits within Vermont's Green Mountains, characterized by rolling hills and forests at elevations between 800-1,200 feet. Ground frost typically persists until mid-May in shaded camping areas, affecting early season camping conditions.
What to do
Kayaking on reservoir waters: Little River State Park Campground offers paddling opportunities on the adjacent reservoir. "Canoeing or kayaking on the lake is great and there are paddle only sites available. Some of the best sites are up on a bluff with views over the lake and towards sunrise," notes camper Miccal M.
Explore local hiking trails: Trails at Little River State Park Campground feature historical elements. "The hiking trails are really good--they're actually pretty steep. There are lots of old foundations hidden on the trails that are fun to discover," shares Rita M.
Visit local attractions: The region provides easy access to popular Vermont destinations. "We had easy access to hikes in Stowe, plus the Ben and Jerry's shop is about 20 minutes down the road!" reports Alison O. about staying at Little River State Park.
What campers like
Proximity to multiple destinations: Campgrounds serve as ideal base camps. "Very nice campground, great location! The reservoir was beautiful... Definitely recommend this campground, very remote, but Stowe and Waterbury close by!" comments Cindy L. about Little River State Park Campground.
On-site activities: Many campgrounds offer recreation opportunities. "This campground has everything! Horse carriage rides, paved roads, 2 pools, playgrounds, mini golf, fireworks..." mentions Jen C. about Sugar Ridge RV Village & Campground.
Waterfront locations: Several campgrounds provide water access. "This is a great spot to stop for a night with your RV and enjoy the river for a night. Easy to get to, just off of a one-way paved road," notes Miccal M. about Brookside RV Camping.
What you should know
Varied terrain affects site selection: Many campgrounds feature hilly terrain. "Entire location on rolling hills gives the feeling of a small campground but it is fairly large. Lots of seasonal campers. Decent cell phone signal (Verizon)," reports Russ V. about Sugar Ridge.
Seasonal considerations: Fall foliage season brings increased demand. "I would highly recommend this campground to anyone looking to visit the Stowe/Waterbury area," suggests Alison O. about Little River State Park Campground.
Campground development: Some RV parks continue to expand. "This is new campground opened this past season. This is our 3rd visit and it gets better each time," notes Alan B. about Smugglers Notch RV Village.
Tips for camping with families
Look for kid-friendly amenities: Some campgrounds cater specifically to families. "Kids were happy with the heated pool, horse rides, and other activities," shares Russ V. about Sugar Ridge RV Village & Campground.
Check for playground access: Multiple campgrounds offer play areas. "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," reports Rita M.
Consider water activities: Water features provide entertainment for children. "The small boat launch and beach kept us in the water," mentions Rita M. about Little River State Park, while another camper notes, "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."
Tips from RVers
Site map considerations: Check campground maps carefully before arrival. "Site map is oriented upside down and would be helpful if corrected and updated. Our site looked angled on map so thinking it would be easier to approach from a certain direction to back in, drove in as I needed but found site was perpendicular to road," advises Russ V. about Sugar Ridge.
Power compatibility: Verify electrical service matches your needs. "Family staying next to us found their site had 50 amp service not the expected 30 amp and they needed to borrow an adapter cord (which was free). Labeling individual site power on map would be helpful," notes a Sugar Ridge camper.
Site selection for big rigs: Some campgrounds offer specific areas for larger vehicles. "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. The sites are good size and come with full hookups," reports Alan B. about Smugglers Notch RV Village.