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Best Tent Camping near South Londonderry, VT

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Tent camping options near South Londonderry, Vermont range from established campgrounds to backcountry shelters along the Appalachian Trail. Little Rock Pond Group Camp & Shelters, operated by the Green Mountain Club, offers tent platforms and a three-walled cabin for $5 per person per night. Stratton Pond Shelter provides walk-in tent sites accessed via a 3.75-mile hike from the nearest parking area, with tent platforms available near a scenic pond within Green Mountain National Forest.

Most tent-only sites in this area require campers to pack in their own water or filter from natural sources, as drinking water is rarely available. The Michigan Brook area in Pittsfield offers primitive tent camping with established fire rings but minimal facilities. Vault toilets are common at designated backcountry sites, while dispersed camping areas typically lack any amenities. Green Mountain National Forest allows primitive tent camping in many areas but requires campers to set up at least 200 feet from water sources and trails. In spring, dirt access roads can become heavily rutted and muddy, making high-clearance vehicles necessary for reaching some tent sites.

The backcountry tent sites provide excellent opportunities for solitude, especially at higher elevations along the Appalachian and Long Trails. Sites near water features like Stratton Pond offer swimming and wildlife viewing opportunities, with one camper noting, "The lake looks great and is one of the largest bodies of water on the Long Trail." Walk-in tent sites at established areas like Little Rock Pond provide a balance between amenities and wilderness experience. Another visitor shared, "Easily my favorite campsite in the Northeast! The pond is surprisingly warm for its altitude and it's home to two Common Loons." Many tent-only areas experience seasonal closures, with higher-elevation sites often inaccessible until late spring due to snow and mud conditions.

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  • Sa R.
    Jul. 7, 2019

    Tully Lake Recreation Area (MA) — Tully Lake

    Beautiful lake

    First time staying there. Two tents allowed per site, no alcohol although no one checked. No water or electricity at the sites. You park & walk in but they provide carts. You have to buy firewood from them. Canoe, kayak & padddleboard rental available. Showers & bathrooms by the parking area. Lots of islands & places to explore on the lake. Buggy in June so bring your repellent. Dogs allowed...that’s all I got for now :)

  • Erin B.
    Sep. 11, 2019

    Clarksburg State Park Campground

    low key and beautiful fall getaway

    Keep in mind that this review is written after camping sept 8th (the week that school started for many) so it might not be relevant to peak camping season. We were pleasantly surprised with our weekend getaway to Clarksburg State Park. Nestled in the Berkshires and basically walking distance to Vermont, Clarksburg State Park provides a comfortable and semi-private tent site. Several spots (including ours 6) were very close to the rather large pond. While the trees obstruct the views, the site was waterfront and we were able to walk a few yards downhill to the waters edge where we launched our kayaks (there is a designated launching spot elsewhere). No electric and water hookups are provided but we were totally okay with that. Bear boxes were provided on each site so that you don’t have to keep stinky food or garbage in your car! Each site also had a fire pit with a grate so that you can cook right there on the fire. The bathrooms were some of the cleanest campground bathrooms and showers i’ve experienced (no bugs or webs also) and there was a dishwashing station on the side. The sites were large and well spaced but they had trees in between so that you felt privacy. The campground itself had plenty of sites, firewood for sale in the front and a pavilion and beach area on the day use side. There are plenty of trails you can hop on right outside your tent site and very little light pollution for optimal star gazing. We really enjoyed our time here and will definitely be back!

  • Ryan A.
    Jun. 12, 2024

    Mohawk Trail State Forest Campground

    Great Campground in Western Mass

    This is a great campground located off of highway 2 in western Mass. I stayed in site 51 and luckily the campground was mostly empty(it was on a Thursday though and was supposed to be full for the weekend.) Each campsite has a bear box and fire ring, there is easy access to hiking trails and flush-toilet bathrooms with sinks are located throughout. There is only one dumpster though and it’s a walk to get to – store your trash in your car or drive it each night, or enjoy the walk. 

    The campsites are very close together without much brush for privacy, so you should expect to see your neighbors up close and personal. Some of the sites are on Cold River(which is more like a creek). The bugs were awful, especially the gnats and I did see a large tick on my fire grill, so be prepared. The best sites are on the lower loop around the water. Avoid any site next to the bathroom as the lights stay on all night and will shine directly into your tent. 49 looked really nice and seemed dark. The hike-in sites were also close together, 22 is the most private. There are baskets with wheels provided. 

    The rangers are friendly and sell firewood in case you need any. You’ll need to check in before going to the campsite, they’ll give you a map and they take good care of the sites. Would definitely camp here again.

  • Nancy R.
    Jul. 31, 2018

    Tully Lake Recreation Area (MA) — Tully Lake

    Tully Lake Campground is perfect to enjoy traditional family camping!

    Tully Lake Campground is located in Royalston, MA, which is a northern part of Central Massachusetts, near the New Hampshire border. It is a State managed campground, and reservations must be made through Massachusetts Trustees of Reservations. There are some prime camp sites with direct access to the lake, but suggest you be prepared to call early in the morning of the first day State Campground reservations can be made, if you want one of these!

    This is a "Carry In" campground. You park at the entrance, register with Ranger. Large wooden wheelbarrows are provided to bring your gear to your camp site. (This means no noise or disturbances from cars entering your camp sites.) There are individual sites, and 2 group sites, if you are camping with a group. Canoes are available to rent to explore Tully Lake. Most parts of the lake are suitable for swimming, and some camp sites offer direct entry into the lake for swimming, canoeing, or kayaking. If you'd like to hike with children, there is an easy hike close to the entrance, along Doane's Falls, a series of 5 waterfalls along an ascending path through a wooded area. The views are beautiful, and it's not unusual to spot professional nature photographers at various points along the waterfalls. Bring your cameras or smart phones to capture some of these breathtaking views! And of course there are longer, more challenging trails for more experienced hikers. There are family oriented programs offered, and dogs are allowed, on leash only. Cell service is spotty to non-existent for some providers within the campground. But a short walk or drive away from the campground you can get connected again.

    The bathrooms are located near the entrance to the Park, and include flush toilets as well as coin operated, hot showers, open 24/7. There are sinks beside the building, where campers are asked to wash their dishes, rather than at the camp site. A fire ring and picnic table are provided at each camp site. If you've forgotten any gear or need groceries, there's a Walmart just a 15 minute drive away, open until 12 midnight.

    The staff are quite friendly, helpful and informative. If you enjoy "old fashioned" family tent camping, without the noise and presence of cars and RV's near your camp site, (or cell phones!) this is the place for you. Enjoy!

  • Justin P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 25, 2022

    Velvet Rocks Shelter Backcountry Campground on the AT — Appalachian National Scenic Trail

    Standard AT back country shelter on the limited site of tent camping

    Note this is a back country shelter along the Appalachian Trail, so it is 100% long hike in with no guaranteed water and a basic privvy.

    I tented along here for a night during a section hike of the AT from Lyme into Vermont.

    The shelter was the basic AT 3-sided wood structure and was generally in good shape.

    The water source here was dry during my trip which was expected during the drought (August 2022).

    The tent camping here was ok, with some slightly slanted spots around the main shelter area.

    There was no real view from the shelter.  There was also a basic privvy available.

    This was a decent shelter to stop at along the AT, but I would not consider it a weekend destination.

    There was no bear box onsite.

  • Justin P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 19, 2022

    Stony Brook Backcountry Shelter on the AT in Vermont — Appalachian National Scenic Trail

    Basic AT shelter with lots of tent camping and swimming hole nearby

    Note: This is a hike in back country shelter with unreliable water and a pit bathroom.

    I tented here on a section hike of the AT. The shelter was a fairly basic 8ish person shelter, but this stop stood out because of a brand new privvy, large tenting areas, and a swimming hole and consistent water just a bit further down the trail (when heading northbound).

    For camping, there were a few large tent areas where multiple tents could fit and which looked quite level.

    The privvy looked brand new and was more spacious than most on the trail.

    There was no water on the shelter, but there was plenty of water at Stony Brook / Mink Brook a bit further northbound. I only explored a bit offtrail down the brook but found a decent swimming hole (could just barely submerge myself) to clean off a bit.

    There was also a bear box here, which I hadn't seen at other shelters along the AT in Vermont (heading southbound).

    Although the shelter was fairly basic, I would keep this on my list as a go-to place to stop if I was planning to hike in the area.

  • Dawn S.
    May. 30, 2020

    Savoy Mountain State Forest Campground

    Clean

    My pup and I spent two nights here and were very happy. While this campground is bare-bones (no pool) it is perfect for anyone who wants to just chill and do nothing or hit the mountains / local area and do some hiking. The entire campground was very clean, as were the bathrooms. At check-in they will give you maps of hiking routes. Firewood is for sale onsite as are a few necessities. They also had bear boxes, picnic tables and fire rings at each site. We will go back.

  • Jessica D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 21, 2023

    Molly Stark State Park Campground

    Quiet, secluded & nestled in the woods

    We stayed here as a stopover on our way home to NJ from Maine. It's 5 min down the road from Wilmington, one of our favorite towns to visit. There are no hookups at any Vermont state parks (Molly Stark included). We stayed at site T16. It's a pull through RV site with a fire ring & picnic table. T16 is right next to bathrooms- unfortunately the map shows showers there too (there are not). We boondocked- there's a spot up top near the other bathrooms where you can fill your fresh water tank. We had a slight issue with our fresh tank overflow valve & the park worker was INCREDIBLE, helpful and so kind. I think his name was Jerry?. He came right over and even rigged up a fix for it in his workshop. We got him a 12pack as a thanks before we left :). Campground is quiet & nestled in the woods. We didn't see any bear, but it is an active bear area. Some tent sites have lean to structures as well. There's a large pavilion at the top of the campground for eating etc. If we stayed longer we would have definitely done the Mt Olga Fire-tower trail. This is no frills, primitive & refreshing camping. And yes- we would stay again!!

  • Sara Q.
    Oct. 7, 2019

    Savoy Mountain State Forest Campground

    Small, loud, muddy

    Unfortunately, I was not a big fan of this small campground. Right from the start, upon checkin, I bought two $5 ea. bundles of wood after being assured they were "kiln dried".  The wood wouldn't catch no matter what I tried -- not even with the help of some fire starter.  The tent site itself was very small and barely fit my truck and tent.  It was made smaller still because of the mud and holes on the perimeter of the site. At night, there was a lot of traffic noise nearby and despite a posted quiet time, other campers were slamming car doors over and over and talking at the top of their lungs, making it difficult to sleep. The surrounding state forest was pretty and the trails were in decent shape.

Guide to South Londonderry

Primitive tent camping can be found across Vermont's Green Mountain National Forest near South Londonderry, with elevations ranging from 600 to 3,900 feet throughout the region. Camping sites near South Londonderry are often situated along creek beds and small ponds, with late spring through early fall offering the most reliable access. Expect temperatures to range from 40°F at night to 80°F during summer days.

What to do

Creek exploration: Michigan Brook Road in Green Mountain National Forest offers several sites near water features. One camper noted, "Nice little spots to hangout all day. Lots to see, and explore."

Fishing and wildlife viewing: Tully Lake Recreation Area offers multiple waterfront activities. A visitor shared, "We take our canoe and spend the whole day at the lake. You can find lots of private areas to swim, pick blueberries and relax."

Winter camping: For those seeking best tent camping near South Londonderry during colder months, prepare for significant snow. One Michigan Brook camper advised, "If you would like to continue down the service road during winter months I would highly recommend snowshoes or a snowmobile."

What campers like

Shelter options: Seth Warner Shelter provides both indoor and outdoor accommodations. A camper reported, "Its .2 miles off the Lt/At and sleeps 6-7 people. There is a fire pit... If you arrive late and there is no more room in the shelter use your tent or hammock in one of the many flat perfect spots."

Privacy between sites: Maple Ridge Farm offers well-spaced camping areas. As one reviewer described, "Very lush campground, plenty of space and privacy between sites. They'll drive you in an ATV up to some of the sites that are further away from the parking lot."

Vehicle-free camping: Many tent camping spots near South Londonderry require walk-in access, creating a quieter environment. A Tully Lake camper mentioned, "No cars at all at the campsites, which was great for peace of mind as our toddler roamed around. It also made for a super quiet stay."

What you should know

Water sources: Most backcountry sites require filtering water from natural sources. For winter camping at Michigan Brook, "walk to the end of upper Michigan Brook road you will have cell phone service and a gas station along with a United States Post Office as well as a general store which also serves as a restaurant."

Road conditions: Access to Michigan Brook Road Camping can be challenging in certain conditions. One visitor warned, "Some parts are muddy and very rough. Higher clearance would be advised!!!"

Gear transportation: Without direct vehicle access, many sites require planning for equipment transport. At Tully Lake, "You park at the entrance, register with Ranger. Large wooden wheelbarrows are provided to bring your gear to your camp site."

Tips for camping with families

Shower facilities: Only established campgrounds offer shower access. A Tully Lake visitor noted, "The bathrooms offer flush toilets and a single shower on each site, plus a dishwashing sink outside. From some of the sites, this will be a long walk during the night."

Emergency planning: Cell service is limited throughout the region. A camper at Michigan Brook warned, "PLEASE NOTE: THIS LOCATION DOES NOT PROVIDE CELL PHONE SERVICE OR WIFI CONNECTION."

Food storage: Wildlife is active near South Londonderry tent camping areas. Seth Warner Shelter campers advise, "Hang your food! Watch for bears and coons."

Tips from RVers

High-clearance vehicles: For the best tent camping near South Londonderry with vehicle access, standard passenger cars may struggle. A Michigan Road camper shared, "I attempted to bring my car and was stuck overnight but was able to dig myself out the next morning."

Walk-in sites preparation: Stratton Pond Shelter requires substantial hiking to access. A winter visitor reported, "The shelter is a 3.75mi hike from the nearest parking lot in winter. There are 2 tent platforms, 2 outhouses and at least 16 bunk spaces in the shelter."

Pack-in requirements: Most dispersed camping areas have minimal facilities. For backcountry sites like Seth Warner, bring essentials as there's only "a fire pit" with no drinking water available.

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