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Quechee-Pine Valley KOA welcomes pets with a fenced dog park where dogs can exercise off-leash while their owners enjoy the campground's other amenities. This Vermont camping destination offers multiple pet-friendly accommodation options including tent sites, RV spots with full hookups, and cabins. Rest N Nest Campground also permits pets throughout their wooded camping areas, providing spacious sites where dogs can relax beside their owners around campfire rings. The bathrooms at campgrounds like Rest N Nest are maintained to exceptional cleanliness standards, often described as "cleaner than home bathrooms." All pet-friendly campgrounds in the area require dogs to be leashed when not in designated off-leash areas and owners must clean up after their pets.
Multiple hiking trails near Thetford Center provide opportunities for dog-friendly outdoor recreation, with the nearby Connecticut River offering water activities for pets who enjoy swimming. Jacobs Brook Campground features a small brook running through the property that creates natural swimming holes where dogs can cool off during summer months. When camping with pets in this region, owners should be aware of seasonal considerations - mosquitoes can be particularly abundant following rainy periods, making bug protection important for both humans and animals. The Pastures Campground sits directly on the Connecticut River with spacious sites featuring fire rings and picnic tables, giving pet owners comfortable spaces to relax with their animals after a day of exploring. Most dog-friendly campgrounds in the area maintain quiet hours to prevent excessive barking and disturbance to other campers.
"Clean and quiet, good for kids and pets are welcome. There are 2 bathrooms with coin operated showers. There are sites for campers, tents, and a handful of lean tos."
"The Quechee Gorge, best accessed from the back of the lawn behind the bathhouse, is the deepest in Vermont.. which is kind of like saying the best bagel or most populous city in Vermont."
from $38 / night
Check Availability"This place was very clean and loaded with amenities: pool, dog park, events, open fields, deer, store, etc."
"Our site, was located in the back of the park in a quieter section because it was away from most of the activities and park entrance."
"Only one of the sites is located along the brook (45), but there's an easy path down a hill. "
"Off the beaten path so its peaceful. Sites are a little small but great if you're camping with a group so your close together. Plenty of sites/types to choose from."
from $30 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Plenty of walking for dogs with a natural pool for them to swim in and the large pool with pirate ship is perfect for little kids with the beach entry. easy location to get to with a travel trailer too"
"Both times were very different experiences, but overall very positive. Just because there are a few, I will mention the cons first."
from $49 - $129 / night
Check Availability"In New Hampshire; Vermont is across the river on the north side of the property. Nice bathroom, showers, laundry room, library. Spacious lots with tables and fire rings."
from $25 - $35 / night
Check Availability"I had site 1 which is near office but away from all other sites so it was very quiet. It's a large site with a nearby brook on 2 sides."
from $30 - $40 / night
Check Availability"Easy to get in, out, and around to the sites. Our campsite backed up to a babbling creek that was perfect to wake up to!"
"Nice campground located in the valley of mountains. Wooded sites but close to your neighbors."
from $62 - $209 / night
Check Availability"As a Tent Camper)
This campground is a great place to bring a dog, especially if they enjoy running/playing in a river. "
"I took off a star because when we came back to our campsite on Saturday afternoon, there was an ongoing loud motor noise of ATVs racing, as there is a race track nearby."
from $38 - $100 / night
Check Availability"Campsites are spread out, great dog walking areas , and very spacious dog parks, one for big dos and one for little ones."
"I chose to stay here while I was finishing up the VT 4000-footers because it was midway between the trails for Mt Ellen/Abram and Killington."
ScoutThis is one of our favorite places to camp in Vermont. The sites are fairly private without being built too close together. Lake is clean and has a great concrete dock that the kids love to jump off. They have boat rentals and nature tours on the lake led by the state park faculty. When the kids get tired from swimming they're a nice beach area and playground.
GuideVery nice, clean campsite. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Campsites are spread out, great dog walking areas , and very spacious dog parks, one for big dos and one for little ones.
GuideWe just spent 5 days at this wonderful campground. They have paid attention to all of the finer details. Beautiful landscaping, well leveled sites, very clean and neat. The staff is wonderful. My only disappointment with the camp is that there are only a few sites with sewer hookup. However, the dumping station is conveniently located, so if you have a small tank, daily trips are not a problem. There is plenty to do in the area - Littleton is a beautiful little town. The old houses in are incredible. New Hampshire is not a dog friendly state, but a short Drive into Vermont gets you access to many fine restaurants where you can bring your dog. Be sure to visit Dog Mountain in Vermont- a truly touching memorial to departed pets.
TravelerLarge campsites, clean amenities, nice dog park, great store with everything you need and located near like Winni.
ScoutWe enjoyed our stay here and our dog loved the dog park! We would highly recommend this campground.
TravelerWe stayed in a cabin with our pup. This place was very clean and loaded with amenities: pool, dog park, events, open fields, deer, store, etc. This was glamping with a fire pit 😃 There were plenty of sites for all size RV’s with hook-ups. A town with lots to do and see is nearby including hiking trails.
LegendWilgus State Park is the first Vermont state park to open each spring, well before Memorial Day each year. While it's still pretty cold for camping in Vermont in early May, you can get a jump start on the season by renting one of the four camping cabins. I'll admit that I haven't stayed in one of the Wilgus cabins, but they are pretty much the same all over Vermont - nothing fancy - just four solid walls, bunk beds, and a small table.
Usually when we stay at Wilgus State Park, we rent a lean-to or stay in site #16, which is the very last tent site, and the most private. All sites have a great view of the river, but I won't go so far as to call them waterfront as there is a bank covered with lush foliage between the sites and the water. There is also a short trail that runs between the campsites and the water - a great place to watch the sunrise!
The best part about camping here is getting out on the water. You can rent kayaks and canoes, and the river moves slowly enough to paddle up stream. There is also a shuttle service run by Great River Outfitters upstream in Windsor. If you make reservations, the come to the park (I think on Wednesdays and Fridays), and they will pick you up in the morning, drive you up river to Windsor, outfit you with a canoe or kayak, and let you paddle back to the park. Later in the evening they will come back and pick up the boats. If you choose this option, be sure to stop at Artisan Park, right on the river and have lunch at Harpoon Brewery.
The campground is really small (under 25 sites) and super quiet. Restrooms are clean. There is a short hiking trail, which is just okay - no views or anything. The ranger has been there for years and is an expert fisherman. He's got lots of tips if you ask. For good hiking, be sure to check out Mt. Ascutney, which is just a few miles away.
ScoutWe are pleasantly surprised! The adage "you get what you pay for" just isn't true here. This campground is my new favorite. The owners, Liz and Ben, are super friendly, easy-going, and welcoming. The campground is clean and quiet, with sites that are spacious and private. The wifi is pretty darn good. There's a cozy lounge room to hang out in with games, books, crayons, and puzzles; a dog park with toys included; and fabulous hiking trails with lots to see, including a pond, waterfalls, and streams.Â
We'll definitely be returning!
GuideThis campground overall is very nice. The camp store has most everything you could need, and the campground is gated so you have to make sure you keep your key card with you whenever leaving in order to get back in. Most of the sites are out in the open though, or very close together. Not so bad if you're camping in trailers or RVs, but if tent camping you won't really have any privacy in those locations. I recommend the sites back in Breezy Knolls (K01-K17 I think?) and then I believe sites 203 and 205 were nice and tucked away in the trees as well. There is a zip line course and a metal "slide" or coaster behind the Breezy Knolls area which can get kind of noisy between the sounds of the gear and the kids screaming. Lol. But it didn't really bother me personally. The wooded area back there is beautiful though so the sites definitely made up for it. Campground has a fenced in dog park, playground, showers, clean bathrooms, and laundry facilities. Would definitely camp here again. I just prefer the wooded/shaded tent sites...which are limited at this place.
Quechee-Pine Valley KOA accommodates pets at all types of sites including tent, RV, and cabin options, with well-maintained grounds and convenient pet amenities. The campground features level sites with good separation between neighbors, allowing comfortable space for campers with dogs. Rest N Nest Campground in East Thetford provides full hookup options for pet owners with a swimming pond, pool, and wooded surroundings that create pleasant walking opportunities. The bathrooms remain exceptionally clean throughout the season, making longer stays with pets more comfortable. Both campgrounds maintain picnic tables and fire rings at sites, with firewood available for purchase on-site.
Jacobs Brook Campground offers wooded sites that provide natural shade for pets during summer months, with a brook running through the property that creates cooling water access for dogs. The small family-owned property maintains hiking trails around the grounds where leashed pets can explore the natural surroundings. Pastures Campground features riverfront lots along the Connecticut River where dogs can enjoy water access, though owners should be aware of local wildlife. Sites across the campgrounds typically require pets to remain leashed when outside of vehicles, and most have specific quiet hours that help minimize barking disturbances. The White River area near Henderson's Hideaway offers additional water recreation opportunities where pets can cool off during summer camping trips.
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