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Best Campgrounds near Sheffield, VT

824 Reviews

Campgrounds near Sheffield, Vermont range from full-service RV parks to rustic tent sites, with several options concentrated along scenic waterways. The region includes established campgrounds like Kingdom Campground in Lyndonville and White Caps Campground in Westmore, which offer amenities for different camping styles including tent camping, RV hookups, and cabin accommodations. Several facilities provide access to outdoor recreation opportunities, particularly around Lake Willoughby and the Northeast Kingdom trail systems, making the area popular with hikers, mountain bikers, and water enthusiasts.

Access to most campgrounds in the area is via paved or well-maintained gravel roads, with many sites accessible for standard vehicles. The primary camping season runs from May through mid-October, with most facilities closing after the fall foliage season. Reservations are strongly recommended during peak summer months and fall color weekends, as campgrounds with lake or trail access fill quickly. Winter conditions limit camping options significantly from November through April, when snow and freezing temperatures prevail throughout the region. A camper noted, "We are here for their last weekend the campground is open. Foliage is just past peak, the staff is friendly, the store is pretty well stocked and everything is clean and tidy."

Mixed-use campgrounds throughout the Northeast Kingdom cater to various preferences, with developed campgrounds like Sugar Ridge RV Village offering extensive amenities including heated pools, mini-golf, and playgrounds. Smaller operations like Camp Kiki provide more basic accommodations but with strategic locations that appeal to mountain bikers and outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors frequently mention the proximity to Kingdom Trails as a significant advantage for several campgrounds. According to one visitor, "This place is amazing! We could hop on our bikes and hit the trails from our site! Short walk or ride to town for food, music, and supplies." Campground options vary in size and privacy, with some reviewers noting that certain properties have tightly spaced sites, particularly at waterfront locations, while others offer more secluded camping experiences.

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Best Camping Sites Near Sheffield, Vermont (175)

    1. White Caps Campground

    9 Reviews
    West Burke, VT
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 467-3345

    $35 - $75 / night

    "But the grass area and view of lake right in front of you is priceless. We were able to just walk our kayaks across street and put in right there."

    "Cheaper than a hotel for kingdom trails though and right next to lake Willoughby"

    2. Kingdom Campground

    5 Reviews
    Lyndonville, VT
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 626-1151

    $46 / night

    "Clean, quiet, friendly and full-featured campground in northeastern Vermont"

    "Just North of Lyndonville and close to Interstate 91. Brand new sites, very spacious and clean. Great camp store, deli, huge walk in pool and very friendly staff."

    3. Moose River Campground

    10 Reviews
    St. Johnsbury, VT
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 748-4334

    "This is a small family-owned and operated campground just a few miles outside of St. Johnsbury, Vermont."

    "Very close to dog mountain. The river was behind our site. Perfect place to stay! We didn’t want to leave. Everyone was very nice! More like friends or family!"

    4. Camp Kiki

    3 Reviews
    West Burke, VT
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 227-2578

    $50 - $65 / night

    "This campground is drive in and never touch the car again. Two huge sites that can be rented in tandem as a group site."

    "Amazing location.  Can walk right into town and never use your car the entire time you are there.   Bike trails are right off the campground."

    5. Sugar Ridge RV Village & Campground

    6 Reviews
    St. Johnsbury, VT
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 684-2550

    $50 / night

    "They have a great little store and now they have Vermont Maple soft serve ice cream from my understanding. Kids love to play here and mini golf on site makes it even better."

    "We truly enjoyed this park most sites are spacious and some good ones with privacy as well you have walking trails local stores, and a pond too !! We will be back 100%"

    6. Brighton State Park Campground

    12 Reviews
    Island Pond, VT
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 723-4360

    $20 - $50 / night

    "I usually don't camp near other people, but I really like this site. I think every site has a waterfront view."

    "We stayed in the Poplar lean-to, which was very private, with a short trail leading down to the lake. Some of the other sites are right on the water, which would have been nice too!"

    7. Happy Hill Maple Farms

    1 Review
    Lyndonville, VT
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 535-5676

    $25 - $40 / night

    8. Belview Campground

    2 Reviews
    Barton, VT
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 525-3242

    "We got space 14 which is an easy drive through site for beginners like us. The bench around the fire ring and the spacing between other sites where great. The short walk to the beach was a plus."

    "Lastly, there is a grill and picnic table at every site and they even have a waterfall on property with an available tent site nearby."

    9. Serenity Field

    1 Review
    Lyndonville, VT
    7 miles
    +1 (802) 473-2822

    $25 - $30 / night

    "Literally feet away from kingdom trails. Drinking water available and bike wash. Bathroom is a (super clean) porta-potty. Sick spot!"

    10. Burke Campground

    2 Reviews
    West Burke, VT
    11 miles
    Website

    $42 - $55 / night

    "First of 2 lean-to On the red trail ...near the split for red-blue options.

    With fire pit."

    "Nice lean-to on the blue trail. With a fire pit"

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  • R
    Oct. 10, 2025

    Riverside Camping & RV Resort

    Impeccibly Maintained

    Easily one of the most well maintained sites we have visited. The host was attentive and gracious. Beautiful nature trails behind the campground. I found one that lead to a beach by the river, perfect for reading and relaxing.

  • nThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 4, 2025

    Waterbury Reservoir Remote Sites — Waterbury Center State Park

    State park

    Little river st park wide flat camp sites no hookups limited gen. Use hours 8am/10am and 4pm/6pm. Rough road coming5th to campground. Very quite. cell phone t mobile works fine. Site could hold big rig we have a 28ft 5th wheel plenty of room for 35/40

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2025

    Jefferson Campground

    Great Mountain Campground

    Nice campground in a beautiful location. This place is a bit off the beaten path of White Mountain tourist areas but is still within easy drive to all the major attractions. We picked this spot for that exact reason. Open field camping in the middle with wooded sites on the edges of the park. I originally chose a site that was a bit too small to properly unhook the trailer but staff helped me get a better location. Site 17 was too tight for 44 ft total length. Switched to site 5 pull through. Some sites face each other for camping with friends. Follow their map to pull in correctly. Staff is excellent and very helpful. Small store on site with necessities and fire wood. FYI Amenities: pool, playground, laundry (affordable) hot showers. Off season so the place was not busy, very quiet. This is on our short list for when we return next year.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 20, 2025

    Brewster River Campground

    A regular

    Been coming here for a few years now and it’s my favorite place to go in Vermont so far.

  • Joshua M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 19, 2025

    Dolly Copp Campground

    Calm and clean gem

    Went here in mid Fall of '25 and couldnt have been greated by nicer people, had a great private site with water and 30amp hookups. Very dog freindly, many hiking trails in the the area. Next to zero cell phone service.

  • Erin D.
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Lost River Valley Campground

    Dirty and Disappointing

    Here’s the revised version of your review with the laundry issue added in seamlessly:⸻ I came to this campground after seeing it advertised in a New Hampshire magazine, noting that it had once been recommended by Yankee Magazine. Unfortunately, it seems that recommendation must have been from many years ago, because what we experienced was nothing like what was promised. From the moment we arrived, it was clear the property was extremely rundown. The entrance and camp store were full of broken wood, broken signs, and musty smells. The bathrooms were absolutely atrocious—filthy, smelly, and clearly not maintained. They may not have been updated in years, but they could at least be kept clean, and they were not. The playgrounds—despite this being advertised as a family-friendly campground—were unsafe and neglected. Structures were practically falling down, weeds were everywhere, and one so-called playground was nothing more than a tarp on the ground with a tiny jungle gym. The game room was equally disappointing: dirty, moldy, and unusable. We had also looked forward to using the laundry facilities, but they were completely out of order and appeared to have been that way for quite some time. This was extremely disappointing and added to the sense that the entire campground is neglected. The swimming area was also a major letdown. The water was murky and uninviting—I wouldn’t even consider kayaking or putting my feet in it. Calling it a“beach” is misleading; it was unkempt and unpleasant. Overall, this campground was an extreme disappointment. It felt neglected, unsafe, and unhygienic in every way. I will not be returning, and I would strongly caution others to look elsewhere for a true family-friendly New Hampshire camping experience.⸻ Would you like me to shorten this into a punchier version(since some review sites have word limits), or keep it as a full detailed account for maximum impact?

  • Josh S.
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Mountain Lake Camping Resort

    Great campground for families!

    If you're looking for a safe, family friendly, quiet campground this is it.

    Pool with water slides for kids, Kayaks, paddle boats, canoes, playground with slides and a pirate ship.

    Strict quiet hours at 1030 make it very quiet in the evening with no worry of loud parties keeping you up.

    Super clean restrooms and sites and a camp store with about everything in it.

    10 minute drive to the cute town of Lancaster which has coffee shops, brewery, restaurants, bakery and groceries.

  • Dale S.
    Aug. 23, 2025

    Nauman Tentsite

    Perfect Camping Adventure in White Mountains

    This campsite sounds like a perfect spot for nature lovers who enjoy rugged terrain and peaceful surroundings. The mix of wooden platforms, nearby water sources, and bear protection measures shows how well-prepared it is for group camping. Exploring trails like the Appalachian or enjoying the views from Mount Washington would make the trip even more memorable— almost like the adventure and excitement you find in an android game.

Guide to Sheffield

Campgrounds around Sheffield, Vermont cluster along major waterways in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom region. Located at elevations between 800 and 1,200 feet, this area experiences distinct seasonal patterns with summer temperatures ranging from 55°F to 78°F. Most Sheffield area campgrounds remain operational from late May through mid-October, with limited overnight options during the region's snowy winters.

What to do

Mountain biking access: Camp Kiki offers tent sites with direct trail connections. A camper noted, "This place is amazing! We could hop on our bikes and hit the trails from our site! Short walk or ride to town for food, music, and supplies."

Waterfront activities: White Caps Campground provides lake access across from their camping area. A visitor mentioned, "Campgrounds was cozy and clean. Visitors were very friendly & courteous... And absolutely beautiful view of Lake Willoughby. Take a paddle out there, they have rentals very reasonably priced!"

Hiking nearby: Brighton State Park Campground offers multiple trail options adjacent to the camping area. According to a reviewer, "Great trails right in the park, including the Shore Trail and the Boreal Forest loop. There are lots more trails to discover just a short drive from the park."

What campers like

Clean facilities: Moose River Campground maintains well-kept grounds and restrooms. A visitor stated, "This is a beautiful RV campground! We are backed up to the river. The owners are very nice. Mary put together a very comprehensive list of places to go, things to do, etc."

Private wooded sites: Several campgrounds offer secluded options. According to a Brighton State Park camper, "We stayed in the Poplar lean-to, which was very private, with a short trail leading down to the lake. Some of the other sites are right on the water."

Community activities: Kingdom Campground provides social programming for guests. One visitor commented, "Brand new sites, very spacious and clean. Great camp store, deli, huge walk in pool and very friendly staff."

What you should know

Site size variations: White Caps Campground has tighter spacing on some sites. A reviewer noted, "The spots are so close to each other that I could hear my neighbor flush their toilet from inside my rv."

Seasonal popularity: Campgrounds fill quickly during summer weekends and fall foliage season, particularly those with water access or near biking trails. Reservations should be made 3-6 months in advance for peak times.

Limited cellular service: Some campgrounds have spotty reception. A camper at Sugar Ridge RV Village & Campground mentioned, "Decent cell phone signal (Verizon)" while others report minimal connectivity at more remote locations.

Tips for camping with families

Pool facilities: Sugar Ridge offers water recreation options on-site. A visitor remarked, "Kids were happy with the heated pool, horse rides, and other activities. Site map is oriented upside down and would be helpful if corrected and updated."

Multiple playgrounds: Some campgrounds provide extensive recreational facilities. A Sugar Ridge camper stated, "We truly enjoyed this park most sites are spacious and some good ones with privacy as well you have walking trails local stores, and a pond too!!"

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Brighton State Park offers loon watching from lakeside sites. A visitor mentioned, "Love listening to the loons in the morning," while another noted they were "quite vocal during the evening and morning hours."

Tips from RVers

Hookup reliability: Electric services vary between campgrounds. A visitor to Moose River Campground stated, "No electricity so we used the generator. We the only one here so the noise should not bother anyone."

Pull-through availability: Belview Campground offers easy-access sites for newer RVers. According to a visitor, "We got space 14 which is an easy drive through site for beginners like us. The bench around the fire ring and the spacing between other sites where great."

Site dimensions: Kingdom Campground accommodates larger rigs. A visitor noted, "Very clean and quiet campground mostly set up for RVs. All RV sites have water, sewer, and electric. Tent sites have water and electric."

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Sheffield, VT?

According to TheDyrt.com, Sheffield, VT offers a wide range of camping options, with 175 campgrounds and RV parks near Sheffield, VT and 9 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Sheffield, VT?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Sheffield, VT is White Caps Campground with a 3.2-star rating from 9 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Sheffield, VT?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 9 free dispersed camping spots near Sheffield, VT.

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