Woodford State Park Campground sits at the highest elevation campground in Vermont, creating cooler temperatures even during summer months. The surrounding Green Mountains provide a challenging terrain for hikers, with elevations reaching up to 2,400 feet in some nearby areas. Seasonal conditions can change rapidly with afternoon thunderstorms common during summer months.
What to do
Hiking around the reservoir: Woodford State Park features trails beyond the main 2.5-mile loop, including connections to more challenging terrain. "Sites are either wooded or open in the sun, with good distance between sites. The bathhouse was clean and well maintained," notes a visitor to Savoy Mountain State Forest Campground.
Kayaking on calm waters: Adams Reservoir provides protected paddling opportunities with rentals available for those without equipment. A camper at Molly Stark State Park Campground mentioned, "The trails from the park connect to the Hogback Mountain Conservation area trails, so there are actually many miles of trails you can explore without having to drive anywhere."
Wildlife observation: Morning and evening hours provide the best opportunities for spotting local wildlife. "We heard coyotes at night and loons in the morning. We're going back later this summer for a longer stay," shared a visitor about their experience at Woodford State Park.
What campers like
Clean facilities: State parks in this region maintain high standards for bathrooms and common areas. "This campground is very well kept and very clean. The bathrooms were the cleanest campground bathrooms I've ever seen! The campsites are pretty big and somewhat private which is nice," said a camper about their experience at Woodford State Park.
Family-friendly atmosphere: Many campgrounds near Readsboro welcome children with activities and space to play. "Great place for kids! If you have kids and don't mind them making friends and roaming the campground then this is great! Boat rentals!" commented a visitor about Woodford State Park Campground.
Seasonal beauty: Fall foliage typically peaks in early October, bringing dramatic colors to camping areas. "This campground is very well kept. Well taken care of sites, gardens all around, cute lean-tos, new bathrooms/showers, hiking trail to MT. Olga, and friendly staff," a visitor shared about their stay at Molly Stark State Park.
What you should know
Limited connectivity: Cell service is sparse throughout the region. "I had a flicking bar of coverage at the high point of the campground on Verizon, but all you MIGHT be able to do is text," noted a camper at Savoy Mountain State Forest.
Weather preparation: Mountain elevations can bring unexpected temperature drops, even in summer. "This is a great campground for on the road campers. It is near Route 9 so not much quiet during the day, but at night its great," commented a visitor at Molly Stark State Park Campground.
Reservation requirements: Specialty accommodations like glamping close to Readsboro, Vermont fill quickly, especially for weekend dates. "We unexpectedly had a free Saturday afternoon and night and 2 borrowed kayaks. Site 13 was the only one available," shared a camper at Woodford State Park.
Tips for camping with families
Beach access for kids: Several parks offer swimming areas with gradually sloping entries. "Perfect for families! There are tons of different types of campsites with either tent spots, lean-tos, and a few (hard to get) cabins. Bathrooms are plentiful and clean, hot showers for a small price," mentioned a visitor to Woodford State Park.
Activity planning: Coordinate visits with scheduled campground events for maximum enjoyment. "If you're looking for a quiet spot maybe don't look here. If you have kids and don't mind them making friends and roaming the campground then this is great!" advised a camper at Woodford State Park.
Glamping options: Families seeking luxury camping near Readsboro can find several comfortable options. At Grateful Acres Vermont, a visitor commented, "Cute and private. Over looks a lake that has amazing sunsets and wildlife!"
Tips from RVers
Access challenges: Some roads leading to campgrounds have low bridges or tight turns. "Google Maps will often take you down a bumpy dirt road...stick to Rt 2 as long as possible if you're coming from that direction!" warned a visitor to Savoy Mountain State Forest Campground.
Site selection: Many campgrounds offer a mix of wooded and open sites. "Sites along the river, pull thrus in the field, shaded along the edge of the field, completely wooded area towards the end of the campground," noted a camper at Ashuelot River Campground.
Limited hookups: Many sites near Readsboro offer partial hookups only. "Sites in the woods have water and 50 amp service, no sewer. Most of the open sites have 30/50 amp service with full hook-ups," shared an RVer about their stay at Ashuelot River Campground.
