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Mount Philo State Park Campground welcomes pets at all campsites with clean, well-maintained facilities from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day. Dogs must remain leashed throughout the camping areas and hiking trails. North Beach Campground in Burlington offers pet-friendly sites with electric hookups and water access, featuring a dedicated dog park three-quarters of a mile south on the adjacent rails-to-trails path. Smugglers Notch State Park Campground provides pet-friendly accommodations across its tent sites and lean-tos, with campers noting the grounds are extremely private and shaded. Button Bay State Park includes designated dog trails and a dog beach area near the Catalpa and Willow lean-tos, making it convenient for pets to cool off in Lake Champlain during hot summer days.
Little River State Park Campground allows pets throughout its facilities with numerous hiking trails and water access at Waterbury Reservoir. The campground's spacious sites provide ample room for dogs to rest while maintaining appropriate distance from neighboring campers. Shelburne Camping Area accepts pets year-round with full hookup options for RV campers traveling with animals. Many campgrounds in the region require pets to be current on vaccinations and under control at all times. The rail trail connecting several lakeside campgrounds offers excellent walking opportunities for dogs, with Burlington's waterfront path extending onto a causeway over Lake Champlain. Several state parks feature composting toilets rather than flush facilities, with clean, well-maintained restrooms that make longer stays comfortable for families camping with pets.
"The toilets are composing toilets, but from the user experience, it's very close to a regular toilet in that it's in a stall in a nice, well maintained proper bathroom (unlike some composting toilets in"
"the best part is every night its only a ten minute hike to the summit from where the sites are and you get to watch the sunset over Vermont and lake champlain as the sun falls behind the adirondack mountains"
from $23 / night
Check Availability"This is a nice little private campground in Shelburne, just outside of Burlington. Close to Lake Champlain. Good place to spend the night and good access to activities."
"Lastly, the location was perfect, just outside of Burlington made access to the area ideal."
"The first is where you'll find the lean-tos and the dog trail/beach. This area is super quiet, offers a bit of shade, and plenty of privacy."
"We selected it because it was nearby for our second outing with our new (used) R-Pod camper. Turns out it's a wonderful park."
"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."
"We stay every year for the Vermont City Marathon. It is a convenient bike ride down the bike path to the waterside park. Easy access to all of Burlington by bike."
from $37 - $100 / night
Check Availability"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"All pretty much have access to the streams. Nice fire rings. Keep it clean!"
"This area is right next to FireRoad 25 rd. We did not camp here we camped on FR25."
"there are no amenities other than cascading waterfalls, mountain views, incredible swimming hole, a nearby lake, a picnic table and a fire ring. the easiest access to sites one and two is the Silver Lake"
"Access to campground is on a gravel road but my van did okay. It is small and primitive and there is a camp host who is very nice."
from $15 / night
Check Availability"I’d say this was one of Vermont’s best kept secrets, except I don’t think it’s exactly a secret. Even in October, the Park seemed full with visitors and Stowe was hopping!"
"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
Check Availability"It is located in the mountains of Vermont and right next to a beautiful river. The only con was the highway noise since it's pretty close to the road."
"Entrance and exit are a little steep and tricky in the winter, lot wasn’t plowed so AWD/4x4 and good ground clearance are recommended."
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.
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 visited this campground twice this summer after the switchover to KOA. They had lots of activities to take back to the campsite for rainy days. They do not have a dog park and this caused our pup to get a bit hyper.
GuideTo start off, we are avid KOA campers. So when we looked at this campground, we expected the typical layout which had a swimming pool and other stuff for the kids, however, this campground lacked all of the above. When we arrived here, check-in was easy we did drive along ways to get to our campsite which was nice to be wooded, but I did miss the typical activities and KOA usually has which when I booked the site, I usually expect them since the prices usually, fairly high compared to state parks. Our main reason for seeing KA versus state parks for these extra activities. With that said the bathrooms were clean, which we barely use since we have a full hook up camper. The dog park was very small and it looked like they did the very minimum to check the block. If you’re looking for a place to run your little guy around, he might be disappointed at this place. However, there are plenty hikes nearby to wear them out if you desire. As far as location, there is a lot of stuff to do in the area as we went and hike, the mountain, which was amazing.
ScoutI've camped on Valcour all my life since I was 7. It was amazing. So beautiful. Now it's covered in cockroaches and the water is murky and everything is covered in Zebra muscles. Other campers are rude and have no respect for your property. Has been all Canadians from my experience. They let their pets on the island to defecate and we've had one let their two large dogs swim ashore from their yacht and urinate on all our tents and destroyed our campsite and stole our food off from the picnic table all while the owners watched and laughed it off from their boat. The dogs then swam back and boarded the boat and they left. It's not like it used to be. We were yelling at them the whole time, trying to get the dogs away from our campsite and the owners didn't even apologize. One of the dogs defecated on my son's clothing that has fallen off the line.
RangerI’d say this was one of Vermont’s best kept secrets, except I don’t think it’s exactly a secret. Even in October, the Park seemed full with visitors and Stowe was hopping! Leaf peepers were in full force and the grounds were absolutely spectacular- I really picked the perfect time of year to go. Nights got pretty brisk, but the foliage was breathtaking.
The Park, located along scenic Rte108, has about 20 tent sites and 14 lean-to’s well dispersed throughout the grounds. A couple spots were drive-in sites, accessible to those with disabilities; most had small pathways and/or stairwells leading to their platforms. There was not a bad site within the entire vicinity. All were fully shaded and extremely private. Although, I’d be curious about checking out Sites 1 or 16 next time around!
Bathrooms were clean and the main office sold firewood at the entrance. Facilities are also pet friendly. Plus, there are so many hiking trails and recreational opportunities in and around the Park-from Stowe Mountain Resort to the quaint shops in town and local craft breweries. And even with the Park seeming “full”, the grounds were perfectly quiet, without the incessant sound of generators you find at larger state parks.
Without a doubt, Smugglers Notch State Park is a favorite of mine!
RangerMostly Seasonal area with some overnight spots. No tents allowed. But pet friendly. Small but clean areas with electric at each site. Has some benches outside, a small pool, playground, and community of seasonal campers. I think there was only a few overnighters.
RangerWe stayed last year during the fall and the views were breathtaking. 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. The staff was friendly and the bathroom facilities were kept nice and clean.
Monkton, Vermont sits within the Champlain Valley at an elevation around 450 feet, creating milder conditions than surrounding mountain regions. During summer camping season, daytime temperatures typically range from 68-84°F with cooler evenings dropping to 50-60°F. The region's mixed hardwood forests provide natural shade at most established campgrounds while dispersed sites often feature more exposed conditions.
Waterfall hunting: 0.6-mile hike to Silver Lake from Moosalamoo Campground leads to both a peaceful lake and several impressive cascades. "The trail to the sites features a multitude of cascading falls and is incredibly tranquil. Suitable for solo hikers and families, the sites are large," notes reviewer Michelle R.
Mountain biking: Trail network access directly from Moosalamoo Campground makes it ideal for cyclists. "Moosalamoo campground has awesome bike trails with smooth trail beds and nice rolling bumps. The kind campground hosts can tell you all about the hiking and biking trails within Moosalamoo National Forest," writes 10-year-old reviewer AJB.
Night sky viewing: Zero light pollution at secluded campgrounds. "At night, you can go out to the bicycle pump track and lay a blanket on the grassy hill against the track and look at stars in COMPLETE darkness," notes Alan at Moosalamoo.
Paddling: Waterbury Reservoir offers calm waters for kayaks and canoes. "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 towards sunrise," says Miccal M. about Little River State Park Campground.
Small, uncrowded campsites: Mount Philo State Park offers an intimate camping experience. "Only 8 campsites, dispersed in the trees. $23/night. Picnic table and fire pit. Moderate cell service. Nice hikes and cool views of the area!" reports Kaelin P.
Privacy between sites: Smugglers Notch State Park Campground provides well-spaced sites. "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," explains Jess O.
Historical exploration: Little River offers unique hiking opportunities. "The hiking trails are really good--actually pretty steep. There are lots of old foundations hidden on the trails that are fun to discover," writes Rita M.
Primitive camping options: Austin Brook offers streamside sites. "This location is easy to access and has really nice drive in sites. Will definitely be a regular on our ventures," notes Gavin P. about Austin Brook near Warren Falls.
Shower facilities vary widely: Coin-operated showers common at state parks. "Showers were quarter operated, 50 cents for 5 minutes. Firewood sold on site," reports Beau B. about Mount Philo State Park.
Advance bookings essential: Popular dog friendly campgrounds near Monkton fill quickly during peak season. "Reserve early, as this place doesn't have a ton of sites and it fills up quickly!" advises Ben C. about Smugglers Notch State Park.
Composting toilets: Modern facilities at most state parks. "The toilets are composting toilets, but from the user experience, it's very close to a regular toilet in that it's in a stall in a nice, well maintained proper bathroom (unlike some composting toilets in outhouse situations I've used)," explains Drew Q. about Mount Philo.
Highway noise considerations: Some campgrounds near roads experience traffic sounds. "The site is close to the highway which is convenient but it also means you hear the traffic all night," notes Eli C. about Shelburne Camping Area.
Swimming options: Button Bay State Park Campground offers both lake and pool access. "This state park is so fun to camp at! It has a great playground for kids and a nice swimming pool! You can hike on the trail and Lake Champlain is right there!" shares Debbie S.
Open field sites vs. wooded sites: Consider sun exposure when booking with children. "The second camping loop has a few waterfront camping cabins, which we are dying to check out, but haven't yet. The main camping area is essentially a huge field, so not much shade or privacy," notes a reviewer about Button Bay State Park.
Playgrounds and recreational areas: Several campgrounds feature dedicated kid zones. "This is a good campground for families that are not too rowdy. There is a pool for swimming, paved roads are good for bikes & scooters, pavilion for activities, lake for swimming & fishing and hiking trails," explains Lacy C.
Non-campground beaches: Consider day trips for swimming. "Recommend nearby Charlotte town beach for swimming ($10 for non-residents)," suggests K G. about Mount Philo accommodations.
Site selection for pet owners: North Beach Campground offers pet-friendly camping with convenient features. "This has been one of our favorite campsites so far. We loved being able to walk down to the beach, as well as having full hookups," shares Laura L.
Electrical hookup reliability: Check power before setting up. "My husband is a licensed electrician and of course had his own testing equipment. It showed 25 amp coming out of it," warns Snooz H. about a challenging experience at Shelburne Camping Area.
Alternative parking for large rigs: Some campgrounds offer solutions for oversized vehicles. "Called them same day from Capital Region Welcome Center in NY, about 3 hrs away. They had a full hook up, pull-thru corner space for us. Offered parking for our truck right across lane on separate site," explains DJ about flexibility at dog friendly accommodations.
Site access considerations: Many pet-friendly Vermont campgrounds have challenging RV access. "Vermont's oldest state park has just 10 campsites (7 tent sites and 3 lean-tos)...but because the road is steep and winding, it's not suitable for RVs," notes Tara S. about Mount Philo.
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