The northeastern Vermont region around Moscow offers diverse camping options with elevations ranging from 600 to 1,200 feet. Summer temperatures typically range from 50-85°F, with cooler nights even during peak season. Many RV parks near Moscow, Vermont remain operational from May through October, closing before the harsh winter arrives.
What to do
Hiking historic trails: Little River State Park Campground offers access to trails with remnants of an abandoned settlement. "We visited here with our 5 kiddos for 2 nights late July 2016... The hiking trails are really good--actually pretty steep. There are lots of old foundations hidden on the trails that are fun to discover," noted a family visitor.
Water activities: The reservoir at Little River State Park Campground provides multiple recreation options. "The reservoir is a fun place to explore via kayak and canoe as well as by motorboat! We tend to hang at the site more than the beaches as the beaches are very small and full of children," reports one camper.
Maple syrup exploration: Many campers use RV parks near Moscow as a base for visiting local maple producers. "There was a farm stand on the main road we got the best lettuce, strawberries and cilantro from the stand," noted a visitor staying at Alburg RV Resort, who also mentioned purchasing maple syrup from a nearby creemee stand.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Campers consistently rate the bathroom facilities at Smugglers Notch RV Village highly. "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," according to a 5-star review.
Waterfront access: Brookside RV Camping offers sites along moving water. "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," noted a visitor in a recent review.
Family activities: Sugar Ridge RV Village & Campground provides numerous recreational options. "This campground has everything! Horse carriage rides, paved roads, 2 pools, playgrounds, mini golf, fireworks..." wrote one enthusiastic camper, with another adding, "We stayed here and were VERY happy! Dog friendly, mini golf, heated pool, two playgrounds, and crafts and fun things for the kids!"
What you should know
Seasonal operation: Most campgrounds in the Moscow area operate within a specific window. "The sites are back-in and very level on gravel pads," noted visitors to several campgrounds.
Varying site sizes: Lone Pine Campsites offers unusually spacious sites compared to many other options. "The sites are absolutely the biggest I've ever seen. The kids have a soccer field out in front of us to play in," reported a satisfied camper.
Remote location benefits: Smaller campgrounds like Woodbury Meadows provide quieter alternatives. "With 6 sites, this family-owned campground was the perfect pit stop on our road trip to Stowe. Dog and kid friendly. Has showers, water, and electrical hookup," mentioned a reviewer.
Tips for camping with families
Pool availability: Many campgrounds provide swimming facilities but they differ significantly. "We had easy access to hikes in Stowe, plus the Ben and Jerry's shop is about 20 minutes down the road! The bathrooms were clean, the site was well maintained, and the reservoir was a great place to relax after a day of hiking!" shared a visitor at Little River State Park Campground.
Playground access: Consider site proximity to play areas. "We had one right next to the playground so our daughter could walk straight to it without having to cross a road. And speaking of playground, it was large and very nice," reported a family staying at Lone Pine Campsites.
Organized activities: Some RV parks near Moscow feature scheduled entertainment. "Super nice people, multiple pools, activity center, playgrounds, ball courts, delivery groceries and food available nearby," noted a family camper at Lone Pine Campsites.
Tips from RVers
Electrical service considerations: Plattsburgh RV Park provides 50-amp service for larger rigs. "This place is huge! With a pool, community center, mini golf, it is a great summer spot. Very close to Burlington VT and Canada there are many different hiking and adventuring options," mentioned one RVer.
Site layout variations: Pay attention to site orientation when booking. "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," advised a camper at Sugar Ridge RV Village.
Internet connectivity: WiFi quality varies significantly between campgrounds. "They also have great WIFI. Very close to Smuggs and only a short but beautiful ride to Stowe," reported a visitor to Smugglers Notch RV Village.
