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Onion River Campground accommodates pets at its sites along the river in Plainfield, Vermont. The campground features full hookup RV sites with 50-amp service, tent camping areas, and maintains a pet-friendly policy throughout the property. Campers traveling with dogs appreciate the spacious sites that provide room for pets to relax while leashed. Groton Forest Road Campground and Kettle Pond State Park Campground also welcome pets with proper documentation, offering a range of accommodation options from tent sites to RV spots with electric hookups. The campgrounds in this region typically require pets to be leashed at all times, properly vaccinated, and never left unattended at campsites. Campers browse The Dyrt when exploring the best sites near Plainfield, Vermont.
Several campgrounds in the area feature dedicated pet amenities that enhance the camping experience for dog owners. The Lazy Lions Campground provides pet-friendly cabin options for those who prefer not to tent camp with their animals. Art and Health Chill Camping maintains a peaceful environment where pets can enjoy the outdoors alongside their owners. Nearby, the Quechee-Pine Valley KOA offers a fenced dog park where dogs can run off-leash, with separate areas for large and small dogs. The short hiking trails at New Discovery State Park provide excellent opportunities for dog walking, while the shallow waters of the Moose River at Moose River Campground allow pets to cool off during summer months. When planning a trip, campers should pack pet waste bags, portable water bowls, and appropriate leashes, as most campgrounds strictly enforce their pet policies to ensure all guests have an enjoyable experience.
"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 Availability"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."
"Kettle Pond is a classic northern pond set in Vermont's Groton State Forest."
"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"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."
"We brought our dog as well. Busy, depending on the time of year, so may be a little loud at night. RV sites available. Large campsites with fire pits and picnic tables."
from $49 - $100 / night
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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
"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
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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.
The Groton State Forest region surrounding Plainfield, Vermont sits at elevations between 900-1,700 feet and experiences typical northern New England seasonal patterns with summer highs averaging in the 70s. Cell service throughout the area is spotty or nonexistent, particularly in the more remote camping areas. Winter temperatures regularly drop below zero, making most campgrounds seasonal operations from late May through mid-October.
Paddle motor-free ponds: At Ricker Pond State Park Campground, there's minimal motorboat traffic, creating ideal conditions for kayaking and canoeing. "The pond is serene and a great place to swim, paddle, explore, and fish. If you paddle or swim to the other side of the camp ground, there is a huge rock with a rope swing," explains Hannah H.
Hike historic foundations: Little River State Park Campground offers unique hiking opportunities through abandoned homesteads. "The hiking trails are really good--the actually pretty steep. There are lots of old foundations hidden on the trails that are fun to discover," says Rita M. Trails range from easy half-mile loops to more challenging 4-5 mile routes.
Ride the Cross Vermont Trail: Access this multi-use bike path directly from Kettle Pond State Park Campground for a day adventure. "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. We biked through marshland, seeing Great Blue Herons and other wildlife," reports Rita M.
Remote lean-to sites: Kettle Pond State Park Campground offers secluded campsites accessible only by foot or boat. "The pond has six lean-tos (across the pond from the group sites) and one tent site. They've got fire pits, crappers and a fair amount of privacy... The farthest, most remote site, is about a mile from the parking lot," notes Bryan P.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: The various ponds throughout the forest provide excellent opportunities to observe Vermont wildlife. "One evening, during a sunset paddle, we got to float alongside a loon family, which was VERY cool," shares a camper from Kettle Pond. At Ricker Pond, Michele S. reports: "The campground has a small beach, boat launch and it's right on the Cross Vermont Trail."
Clear swimming water: New Discovery State Park Campground provides excellent water access at Osmore Pond. "A few of the mornings, the kids even swam before breakfast because the water was warm enough that it was warmer than the cool morning air temperature!" The ponds throughout the area feature clean, clear water with rocky rather than mucky bottoms.
Limited cell service: Prepare for digital disconnection at most dog friendly campgrounds near Plainfield. "There is absolutely no cell service for miles, so plan accordingly," warns Michele S. about Ricker Pond State Park Campground.
Campground check-in logistics: Some smaller campgrounds require check-in at neighboring facilities. "Check in for this park happens up the road at Stillwater State Park," notes Sarah C. about Big Deer State Park. Similarly, Kettle Pond check-in happens at New Discovery Campground, about 3 miles away.
Water access varies: Not all sites provide direct water access. "Most sites up on hill looking over lake, not easily assessable from camp site... Left kayak down at beach," explains Cindy L. about Little River State Park. Water sources also differ significantly: "There is not ANY running water. The running water is accessed by going to New Discovery Campground."
Book early for prime sites: The most popular sites fill months in advance, especially waterfront options. "I've been visiting Ricker Pond for nearly 20 years (except for the years that I don't book enough in advance and aren't able to secure a spot for my desired length of stay)," advises Neena B.
Try group sites for gatherings: Stillwater State Park Campground offers designated group camping areas with multiple lean-tos. "The group sites all have 5-6 lean-tos, with each lean-to having privacy and its own fire ring with grill. In addition, each group site has a large, community fire pit, picnic tables, and out house."
Bring water containers: Many pet friendly campgrounds around Plainfield have limited water access. "Bring a way to filter water, or large containers for getting water at New Discovery," recommends Rita M. Water spigots at many campgrounds aren't threaded, so traditional RV water connectors may not work.
Limited hookup options: Big Deer State Park Campground provides some sites with electric but no full hookups. "This campground has a mix of standard tent/rv(no hook ups) sites and lean-to shelters," notes Sarah C. For full hookups, consider Onion River Campground which offers 50-amp service.
Site size variations: Big rigs may struggle at some of the state parks. "Site size various pretty vastly as you travel through the campground," reports Sarah C. about New Discovery. At Groton Forest Road Campground, reservations are essential as "Reservations are def a plus. Can be difficult to get into on the weekend."
Access road challenges: Some campgrounds have narrow access roads that may challenge larger RVs. "You need to go over a bridge in order to get to the campground which is ridiculously narrow and there are terrible potholes. Our 42 foot fifth wheel barely made it in," warns one RVer about accessing certain camping areas.
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