Best Tent Camping near Stowe, VT

Tent campers seeking backcountry experiences near Stowe, Vermont can find several established options within a short drive. Underhill State Park Campground offers walk-in tent sites at the base of Mount Mansfield, while Camel's Hump State Park provides hike-in tent camping along the popular mountain trail system. Green River Reservoir State Park, located northeast of Stowe, features remote tent sites accessible only by paddling across the reservoir.

Most primitive tent setups in the area require some planning and self-sufficiency. Waterbury Reservoir Remote Sites provide boat-in access to secluded tent camping with minimal amenities—just composting toilets shared between sites. A recent review noted that "these remote sites are so peaceful" but warned campers to "be sure to launch from cotton brook road if your site is r11-27" to avoid an excessively long paddle. Sites typically include fire rings, but campers should bring their own drinking water as most locations lack potable water sources. The camping season generally runs from Memorial Day weekend through mid-October, though some areas close after Labor Day.

In early fall, many tent campgrounds offer crisp air and fewer crowds. The Green Mountain National Forest provides dispersed camping options along Forest Road 25, where tent campers can find small clearings near streams. These sites tend to be more rustic than state park campgrounds but offer greater solitude. A visitor commented that the sites "looked lovely though. Some people were really entrenched with string lights etc." Tent campers frequently use these areas as bases for day hikes on nearby trail systems. At Camel's Hump State Park, the designated primitive camping area is about 1.5 miles into the hike with approximately 10-12 sites. The area features a host who remains on-site and a shared area for eating and food storage to mitigate bear encounters. Most backcountry tent sites require proper food storage techniques and adherence to Leave No Trace principles.

Best Tent Sites Near Stowe, Vermont (37)

    1. Underhill State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Underhill Center, VT
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 899-3022

    "Camp spots were far enough away from one another, trees helped with privacy, and the tent site had a great area to setup the tent.

    Facilities were accessible and clean."

    "They ask that you limit your driving on the path to the site- so we were sure to go into town to get all we needed before we settled into camp- which wasnt hard to do."

    2. Waterbury Reservoir Remote Sites — Waterbury Center State Park

    1 Review
    Waterbury Center, VT
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 585-4855

    "The bathroom is a composting toilet that you’ll share with fishing spiders the size of your hand, slam the lid before use!"

    3. Green River Reservoir State Park Campground

    3 Reviews
    Hyde Park, VT
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 888-1349

    $20 - $50 / night

    "It’s a primitive park, perfect for paddling, wild camping, swimming, and watching wildlife. The reservoir is 653 acres with 19 miles of shoreline. There are 27 campsites and two group camspites."

    "I love this location because you have to paddle out to a site for camping. It‘s private, quiet, and really gives you that “forest bathing” escape."

    4. Camel's Hump State Park — Camels Hump State Park

    2 Reviews
    Bolton, VT
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 879-6565

    $10 / night

    "This is a short and sweet hike to one of the higher points in Vermont. It is a beautiful scenic (somewhat strenuous) hike to the summit. The views are pretty epic though."

    "Great tent site, site 1 can have 3 platform and fire pit"

    5. Black Creek Maple's Nature Escape and Tent Haven

    2 Reviews
    Jeffersonville, VT
    18 miles
    +1 (802) 923-6698

    $35 - $45 / night

    "Weather was not cooperative and my fiancé and I were able to rent one of the cabins for our second night. We will definitely recommend it to others and we will be back again."

    "The small amount of camping space made the experience quite unique and private. The host, Dianne, was really friendly. Many amenities such as wood, water and outhouse nearby. Very nice experience."

    6. Indian Brook Reservoir

    2 Reviews
    Essex Junction, VT
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 878-1342

    $21 - $36 / night

    "There is an extensive trail system that is easy to navigate. Nestled in the woods are several tent platforms that you can access by foot or by boat. They are spacious but not too private."

    "I mistakenly assumed they had drive up campsites. They do not. It was a 15 minute hike to the site, so pack light. If you have a kayak, you can transport your stuff over."

    7. Mount Philo State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    Charlotte, VT
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 425-2390

    $23 / night

    "apparently this is the first state park in Vermont. Only 8 campsites so try to book early. Nice trails that lead to scenic views of Lake Champlain. Bathrooms and showers were clean."

    "There are less than 20 sites total, and all sites are near walk-in paths to excellent views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondacks or the Green Mountains. The facility is small, but adequate."

    8. Molly’s Falls Pond State Park Campground (Remote Hike In Sites)

    1 Review
    Marshfield, VT
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 476-0170

    "Route 2 traverses the northern edge of the property and there is a dam at the western end of the reservoir that is owned by Green Mountain Power Company. "

    9. Burton Island State Park Campground

    8 Reviews
    North Hero, VT
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 524-6353

    "Spacious sites with fire rings. Shade is limited at certain times of the day. Nice hiking trails nearbye."

    "When we booked our Labor Day weekend tent site back in March, there were only 2 leantos (out of 26) left and a handful of tent sites (out of 14)."

    10. Green Mountain National Forest FR25 - Dispersed Camping

    4 Reviews
    Warren, VT
    29 miles
    Website

    "All the sites were full when I visited (6 to 8 sites, approximately, but i didn't go down a couple little gravel paths to check each spot as you couldn't turn around easily) , so I didn't get to camp there"

    "Beautiful sites on the River but with the wet summer, we just couldn’t dry out. Make sure to lock you valuables. Our Jackery, Solar panels & toilet were stolen."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Stowe, VT

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Stowe, VT is Underhill State Park Campground with a 4.8-star rating from 6 reviews.

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