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Little River State Park Campground welcomes dogs throughout its range of accommodations including tent sites, RV spots, cabins and glamping options. Located in Waterbury, 23 miles from Northfield, the park provides essential pet amenities while maintaining clean facilities with showers, toilets and drinking water. The swimming area at Limehurst Lake Campground accommodates pets with designated pet exercise areas. Lazy Lions Campground supplies two Adirondack chairs at each site's fire ring, ideal for pet owners relaxing while their animals explore the spacious grounds. Most campgrounds require leashes no longer than 6 feet, though policies vary by location.
Green Mountain National Forest offers several dispersed camping options for pet owners seeking a more primitive experience. Austin Brook features multiple streamside sites where dogs can access the water, though campers should secure valuables as theft has occurred at some locations. The FR25 dispersed camping area provides peaceful riverside sites with picnic tables and fire rings. Route 100 dispersed camping shows mixed status with some reviewers noting "No Camping" signs posted since 2021, while others report continued use. These free camping areas provide no facilities, requiring visitors to pack out waste and bring water for themselves and their pets. When temperatures rise, the proximity to streams offers cooling options for dogs after hiking the nearby trails.
"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."
from $49 - $100 / 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."
"If you're considering a spot in Vermont to camp, come here! Also, make sure your car has a bit of clearance as some sports have dips in the ground."
"Able to see sunrise/sunset/moonrise over the surrounding rolling hills and crests. Upper meadows accessible with 4WD / high clearance vehicles."
from $24 / night
Check Availability"Limehurst Campground was perfect for our stay in Vermont. We had a site right on the beautiful lake with full hook-ups. Campground is well maintained."
from $30 - $150 / night
Check Availability"All the sites were full when I visited (6 to 8 sites, approximately, but i didn't go down a couple little gravel paths to check each spot as you couldn't turn around easily) , so I didn't get to camp there"
"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
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Pet friendly camping near Northfield, Vermont offers numerous options within Green Mountain National Forest and surrounding state parks. The area sits in Vermont's central region at elevations between 700-2,500 feet with well-maintained forest service roads providing access to both established and primitive campsites. Weather varies significantly with summer temperatures ranging from 55-85°F and frequent evening cooling even during July and August.
Explore remote hiking trails: Austin Brook campsites provide strategic access to lesser-known trails throughout Green Mountain National Forest. "There's a few sites here! All pretty much have access to the streams. Nice fire rings. Keep it clean!" notes a camper from Thomas and James S. who appreciated the streamside location.
Paddling opportunities: Ricker Pond State Park Campground offers various watercraft options for campers with pets. "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 reviewer Shari G., who visited with her dog. The park strictly enforces its leash policy on shore but allows dogs on boats with owners.
Visit mountain viewpoints: Green Mountain National Forest FR207 features elevated camping with panoramic views suitable for pet owners. "Spent two nights on FR207 at one of the fields and explored the rest. Views are spectacular, choose either sunrise or sunset and you should be able to get a site to fit your needs," writes Miccal M., who recommends bringing water for both humans and pets.
Private wooded sites: Little River State Park Campground earns praise for its sense of seclusion while maintaining accessibility. "Clean, quiet campground that feels like wilderness, but is accessible!" shares Brenna T. The park allows pets throughout all accommodation types including tents, RVs and cabins.
Water recreation access: Many campgrounds offer pet-friendly water features. "The reservoir was beautiful. Took the kayak, only issue I had was getting to the lake. Most sites up on hill looking over lake, not easily assessable from camp site, but still had a great time," notes Cindy L. about Little River State Park.
Year-round availability: Some dispersed sites in Green Mountain National Forest remain open through winter for cold-weather camping with dogs. "My first time winter camping and had the entire area to myself. Beautiful sunsets, night skies and scenery. Extremely calm and peaceful. Woke up to two moose nearby the morning I was leaving," describes Phil J. about his winter experience at FR207.
Campsite availability varies seasonally: Popular sites fill quickly in summer months. "This is a pretty small State Park, so it fills up quickly. The sites on the pond are beautiful if you can get one!" advises Michele S. about Ricker Pond State Park.
Limited facilities at dispersed sites: Green Mountain National Forest FR25 offers primitive camping with minimal infrastructure. "Beautiful sites on the River but with the wet summer, we just couldn't dry out. Make sure to lock your valuables," cautions Melissa M., highlighting both the beauty and challenges of riverside camping.
Leash requirements: Most campgrounds enforce strict leash policies, typically requiring 6-foot or shorter leashes. Some dispersed sites have more flexibility but always keep control of pets near wildlife areas.
Choose established sites with amenities: Lazy Lions Campground provides comfortable sites with extras for family camping. "Our site was level and along with a picnic table, they also provide two Adirondack chairs (plastic) and a fire ring," mentions Greg D., appreciating the additional seating for family gatherings.
Look for child-friendly activities: Sites with gentle terrain and safe water access work best for families with pets. "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. about her family experience at Little River.
Plan for limited connectivity: Most forest camping areas have minimal cell service. "There is absolutely no cell service for miles, so plan accordingly," warns Michele S. about Ricker Pond, suggesting families download maps and bring alternative entertainment.
Consider site access carefully: Many forest roads have clearance requirements. "This is not a place to go without at least 9" of ground clearance," advises Miccal M. about FR207, recommending higher-clearance vehicles for RVers bringing pets to dispersed sites.
Look for level sites: Brookside RV Camping offers flat sites with electric hookups. "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., highlighting the ease of access for RVers with pets.
Check hookup availability: Most dispersed camping areas lack hookups, requiring self-contained RV systems. Established campgrounds like Lazy Lions offer various hookups but have size limitations for larger rigs.
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