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Campgrounds near Proctor, Vermont provide access to multiple lake and forest settings in the Green Mountain region. Gifford Woods State Park Campground, about 20 miles east of Proctor, offers cabin camping alongside traditional tent and RV sites. Lake Bomoseen area provides several developed options including Bomoseen State Park and Lake Bomoseen KOA, both offering waterfront campsites with a variety of accommodation types. Half Moon Pond State Park, located within the larger Bomoseen complex, features more secluded tent sites and cabins. The Green Mountain National Forest also provides more primitive camping options at locations like Chittenden Brook and Michigan Brook Road.
Most campgrounds in the region operate seasonally from Memorial Day through mid-October, with limited winter access. Vermont state parks typically require advance reservations for weekend stays during summer months. Several campgrounds feature waterfront sites that book quickly, especially during July and August. Road conditions generally remain accessible for standard vehicles, though some National Forest sites may have rougher access roads. Cell service varies significantly throughout the area, particularly at more remote locations. A camper noted: "Half Moon is a small, quiet state park. The bathhouse was very clean, the swimming beach is small but perfect, and there are even cabins for rent on the other side of the pond."
Waterfront camping represents a significant draw in this region, with many campsites providing direct lake access. Lake Bomoseen offers larger water bodies suitable for motorized boating, while Half Moon Pond provides quieter paddling opportunities. During warmer months, swimming beaches and boat launches become central gathering spots. Camping reviews frequently mention clean facilities and well-maintained grounds as highlights. The interconnected trail systems between parks allow for hiking without leaving the protected areas. As one visitor described: "We had a waterfront site so we could launch our kayaks right from our site. The park is small, quiet and very well cared for. Restrooms are modern and clean. Everyone seems to adhere to quiet hours so it was easy to get a good night's sleep."
"Decent bathroom situation--I've seen better and I've seen worse in Vermont."
"The park is amazingly clean, well run, located just of RT 4 and very near to Killington, Vermont. It has multiple lean-to sites which are in wooded areas."
"No ATM on site to get cash… The sites are spacious enough, but are very close to each other. Zero buffer between neighboring sites means encroaching slide outs."
"family camping Kabins, rv, and tent sites, arcade, store, ice cream, and Lake Bomoseen. Easy to get to, close to Castleton, Rutland, and Hubbarton Battlefield. Great spot for a family get-a-way."
"Bomoseen State Park is right down the road, but I recommend staying at Half Moon and taking advantage of the large swimming area at Bomoseen, as well as all the cool ponds, lakes, and hiking trails nearby"
"The pond is clean and swim-able and great for kayaks/canoes (near Glen Lake and Lake Bomoseen for boating and more kayaking/canoeing)."
"It was during the COVID-19 pandemic, and we are happy to report that everyone wore masks in public spaces (restrooms), and that there was plenty of room for social distancing. "
"We had a nice private site, close to amenities and the lake, the beach area was nice, kind of rocky, but had sand for the beach. The play area has a nice set up, overall a nice camping area."
"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."
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Check Availability"This place gets my vote for best campground in Vermont. Especially true if you're lucky enough to get one of the few sites on the outside of A loop that has a Lean-to with a view."
"Coolidge is off the beaten path but well worth the wander! There are no water sites, it’s on the side of a heavily wooded mountain with a few sites having amazing views!"
"For the last three years, we have traveled with dozens of friends and families to Rogers Rock Campground, which is tucked into the north end of the gorgeous 32 mile-long oasis that is Lake George."
"Ive been coming to this spot nearly every year since I was a little girl."
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Check Availability"The site was so scenic with a little waterfall and stream nearby. The camp staff was so nice. They kept the the bathrooms and areas so clean."
"Love to lake access, secluded camping, the hiking and remote area. Planning on revisiting next summer, even in august the nights get to a good sleeping temperature a vast majority of the time."
"I stayed at this campsite located at the end of upper Michigan road. It is winter and there is a lot of snow. The main road to the parking lot is plowed and sanded."
"Few nice ones near the creek. I stayed at one on top of a lots of space at mine."
"Nice hiking trails close to long trail, really tucked away a few miles off 73. Great if you’re looking for some solitude."
"Well maintained, and nice access to trails right from the campground."
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TravelerThis is a good spot if you don’t mind being social. The main camping area is a large grassy opening where multiple people park and camp together, and there is a bathroom, but there isn’t much privacy between sites. If you continue farther down the forest road, there are several smaller pull-offs with much more private dispersed camping spots. I’d recommend checking those out if you’re looking for a quieter experience.
ScoutReally enjoyed the setting at Crow’s Nest. There are lots of trees and having the Sugar River running alongside the campground gives the whole place a nice New Hampshire feel. We were mostly looking for somewhere to disconnect for a couple of days, cook outside, fish a little, and enjoy being away from home. Crow’s Nest was a great fit for that.
ScoutWhat we liked most about Crow’s Nest was being able to choose between doing absolutely nothing or heading out and exploring. One day we stayed around the campground, went swimming and relaxed by the river. The next day we got out and explored more of the Lake Sunapee area. It made a really good home base and it was always nice coming back to our campsite at the end of the day.
ScoutVery Disappointed With the Changes
Crown Point Campground used to be a wonderful place to camp. Unfortunately, since Happy Grounds purchased the campground, we have seen a significant decline in the overall experience.
I do want to make one thing very clear: the woman managing the campground is absolutely wonderful. She genuinely cares about the campers, is kind, helpful, and does her best to make people feel welcome. Our frustrations are not directed toward her. She deserves recognition for the effort she puts in, especially given the circumstances.
Unfortunately, there are serious concerns with the direction the campground has taken. There is no reliable Wi-Fi or cell service, which is especially concerning because there is no dependable way to call out in the event of an emergency. We have also seen a significant change in the atmosphere and clientele. Drugs have been found on the premises, including needles, which is extremely concerning for the safety of campers, especially families with children.
The campground has also become increasingly overcrowded. Tent sites have had upwards of 10 people on a single site, creating a very different camping experience from what many long-time campers originally signed up for.
Seasonal campers were told that there would be a gradual increase over two years to bring rates up to the new “going rate.” However, when the new contracts came out for next year, the price had increased by approximately $900. That is a substantial increase for a campground that, in our opinion, has continued to decline rather than improve.
What was perhaps most disappointing was how campers' concerns were handled. When people questioned the increase and expressed their frustrations, the response from the corporation was, and I quote:
“Get out and leave. I’ve heard enough complaints. Just leave if you don’t like it.”
That is an incredibly disappointing way to speak to people who have supported this campground for years.
It is heartbreaking to see what Crown Point Campground has become. There are good people here, and the campground itself has so much potential. Most importantly, the manager genuinely cares about the campers, and she deserves credit for that.
Our hope is that Happy Grounds will listen to the people who have invested years of their time and money here, address the safety and overcrowding concerns, and bring back the sense of community that once made Crown Point such a wonderful place to camp.
TravelerGreat little dispersed camping area off Forest Road 71 in West Dover, Vermont. Once you get onto the forest service road, everything is gravel/dirt, with several small pull-offs and primitive campsites scattered along the road. Some sites are only a few feet from the road, while others are tucked back around 100 feet and offer a little more privacy.
The individual pull-offs can be a little more challenging to reach. Most involve some combination of hills, rocks, ruts, and mud, although nothing was too crazy. Some spots are definitely easier to get into than others, so having a vehicle with decent ground clearance is helpful.
There was a decent amount of traffic passing through the area while we were there, but nothing too crazy or disruptive. The campsite we stayed at had a fire pit, but there was no running water at our site, and I don’t believe the other dispersed sites have running water either.
Overall, a pretty good option if you’re looking for a primitive, low-key camping spot with multiple sites to choose from. Just don’t expect complete solitude, especially during busier times.
GuideGood size campground with three loops. 2 shower / restroom facilities. Many of the sites are simply grass. There are a few gravel ones. The staff has no problem with driving on the or parking on grass. All sites have a firepit. Wood can be obtained locally. There is no store at the camp. There is only one dump station. There is a boat launch with limited trailer parking although when we stayed (Aug 2026) the water was only 18 in to 2 ft deep at docks. Heavily choked with vegetation. Shower facilities were clean enough but could use more attention, heavy cobwebs at lights, corners and edges of shower pretty dark with mold. Plenty of fresh water spigots throughout the camp. Camp is on the banks of lake Champlain, although only a couple sites have a lake view. Ruins of two pre-revolutionary war forts are within walking distance and offer a great introduction to life in the early 18th century. Fort Ticonderoga is a 30 min drive and will take most of the day to tour. Well worth the trip. Only 3 min drive to Vermont. I would stay again.
ScoutCrow’s Nest was a really convenient stop for us while traveling through New Hampshire. Getting our RV situated was easy and we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
LegendWe spent a long weekend at Moose Hillock in Fort Ann, New York, to visit Lake George. This is a difficult place for me to review. But I’ll do my best to share my experience.
The pool is the main attraction here and probably the largest and most ridiculous I’ve ever seen at a campground. Great for young kids.
THINGS I LIKED:
— The sites are enormous and private, probably the biggest sites we’ve ever seen at any campground we’ve stayed at.
— The mature trees are everywhere, great for privacy.
— It’s located about 25-minutes to the heart of Lake George. Easy drive away but not in the loud and busy area.
— The camp store is pretty good and sells snacks, drinks, basic supplies, and souvenirs.
THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH:
— Our site(# 709) was sloped, so much that even with leveling boards under the rear wheels, rear jacks fully extended and front jacks fully retracted, we couldn’t level. That’s annoying and so easily fixed by a campground this size with this array of equipment and resources.
— Except for the entry roads, the rest of the park is gravel and dirt, which was extremely dusty. Our vehicles and our stuff were instantly covered by this dusty dirt which was a never-ending battle to keep outside.
— I’m ok paying premium money for a great site, but this site wasn’t matched to the price. I paid$647.38 for 3-nights. That’s$215.79 per night.
WOULD WE COME BACK?
Probably not. For me, having a level site that’s not covered in dirt and dust is important— especially when it costs$215 per night. There’s a much nicer park about 10-minutes away(closer to Lake George) where we’ve stayed in the past. The sites are smaller, but they’re level.
ScoutWe brought the kids here for a few days and they had a blast. Between swimming, exploring around the campground, and just riding around and making friends, they always had something to do. For us, it was nice being able to actually relax while the kids stayed entertained. We cooked at the campsite most nights and spent the evenings around the fire. Great family trip.
Camping sites near Proctor, Vermont range in elevation from 450 feet near Lake Bomoseen to over 2,000 feet in the Green Mountains. This central Vermont region experiences average summer highs around 80°F with nighttime temperatures often dropping into the 50s, even during July and August. Most campgrounds don't offer Wi-Fi and cell service is unreliable throughout the region, particularly at higher elevations.
Hiking from camp to panoramic views: At Moosalamoo Campground, trails lead directly from campsites to several spectacular viewpoints. "There are lots of great hiking accessible from the campground, or within a short drive. Silver Lake and Lake Dunmore are nearby. Both have beaches: Silver Lake is accessible only by foot, down a .6 mile trail from the parking area," notes camper Nancy M.
Paddling on sheltered ponds: The calm waters at Half Moon Pond State Park Campground provide protected paddling opportunities for beginners and families. A camper reported: "Sites are a good size and we were able to snag a water front site which was really beautiful. There are also lean-to sites and some cabins. We fished and kayaked right from our site."
Mountain biking accessible routes: The trail systems surrounding some campgrounds feature maintained bike paths suitable for various skill levels. At Moosalamoo, one visitor mentioned, "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."
Private, well-spaced sites: Coolidge State Park Campground gets high marks for site separation. "It was a very quiet location. There was plenty of room between sites. The roads going in and leaving were well maintained," reports William P. This higher-elevation park offers a notably different camping experience than lakefront options.
Clean facilities despite rustic settings: Campers consistently praise the maintenance standards at Gifford Woods State Park Campground, with one noting: "This campground is the number one rated in Vermont for a reason. The staff were wonderful, the sites are pristine and picturesque, the faculties are decorated with wildflowers."
Varied accommodation types: Multiple camping styles are available across the region. A Lake Bomoseen KOA camper observed: "This campground is located on lake bomoseen. The campground is small which makes it nice. It has three pools. A kiddie pool, a water slide pool and a larger pool that goes from 3 ft to 6 ft. There is a boat launch and docks to keep your boat."
Road access challenges: Some camping areas require navigating rough roads. At Michigan Brook Road Camping in Green Mountain National Forest, a visitor warned: "Road goes in pretty far. Some parts are muddy and very rough. Higher clearance would be advised!!!"
Seasonal considerations: Most campgrounds in the region operate only from late May through mid-October. Weather can be unpredictable even in summer months. A Branbury State Park camper shared, "Even in august the nights get to a good sleeping temperature a vast majority of the time."
Wildlife precautions: Bears are active throughout the area, requiring proper food storage. One camper at Chittenden Brook noted: "Didn't see any bear, but take bear food precautions regardless. Each site has a fire pit, tent platform, and picnic table. The sites were well cared for."
Water-based recreation options: Branbury State Park Campground offers excellent swimming and boating facilities for families. A visitor enthusiastically reported: "Spacious sites, hiking trails, biking trails, nice beach and grounds. Fishing, kayak, canoe, paddle boat and paddle board rentals. There's a nature center with all kinds of information and activities."
Playground access: Several campgrounds maintain play areas for children. At Bomoseen State Park, one camper mentioned, "We stayed 2 nights me my mom and 7 kids all my moms grandkids it was a lot of fun we got 2 leantos they are great it was my kids first time camping EVER they loved it. Our spot was close to the beach which had a fantastic park."
Educational opportunities: Historical sites near camping areas provide learning experiences. Gifford Woods campers can access the Appalachian Trail: "While on a 4 state section hike I traveled by foot through this park. The ranger gave me an ice cream, pointed me to the showers and then chatted with me for an hour about my hike so far."
Limited hookup availability: Most state parks have no or minimal RV hookups. When available at private campgrounds like Lake Bomoseen KOA, expect basic services. One RVer reported: "The campground is ok. It was a little tight for our 36ft 5th wheel but manageable. The sites are a good size and relatively level."
Dump station access: Plan water usage around dump station locations. Several state parks have dump stations but no sewer hookups at individual sites. A Rogers Rock camper noted access to "sanitary-dump" facilities despite limited other amenities.
Size restrictions: Larger RVs face limitations at many area campgrounds. At Chittenden Brook, a camper observed: "Great tent camping area with good privacy at sites. Would be tough for any but the tiniest RV. No water." Consider vehicle length before booking less developed sites.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Proctor, VT?
According to TheDyrt.com, Proctor, VT offers a wide range of camping options, with 229 campgrounds and RV parks near Proctor, VT and 34 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Proctor, VT?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Proctor, VT is Gifford Woods State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 18 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Proctor, VT?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 34 free dispersed camping spots near Proctor, VT.
What parks are near Proctor, VT?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 parks near Proctor, VT that allow camping, notably Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests and Green Mountain National Forest.
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