Best Tent Camping near Vergennes, VT
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Best Tent Sites Near Vergennes, Vermont (49)
1. Mount Philo State Park Campground
9 Reviews•44 Photos•91 SavesCharlotte, Vermont- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- Tents
$23 / night
2. Branbury State Park Campground
9 Reviews•33 Photos•136 SavesSalisbury, VermontThe park is divided by Route 53. 19 tent/RV sites and 7 lean-to sites are on one side of the highway in a heavily wooded area, and 17 tent/RV sites are located along the perimeter of a grassy open area near the beach. There are restrooms with flush toilets, hot and cold running water and coin-operated hot showers. There is also a concession stand selling snacks, drinks and beach toys.
Nearby hiking trails to scenic vistas, waterfalls, caves, mountain lakes and streams provide outstanding hiking opportunites. Mountain biking trails are also nearby. There is fishing and boating on Lake Dunmore (canoe, kayak, rowboat, and pedal boat rentals are available at the park).
- Electric Hookups
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
- Equestrian
- Cabins
3. Green Mountain National Forest FR25 - Dispersed Camping
4 Reviews•1 Photo•61 SavesWarren, Vermont- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Group
- Standard (Tent/RV)
4. Wilderness Campground at Heart Lake
9 Reviews•43 Photos•201 SavesLake Placid, New YorkThe Adirondack Mountain Club’s Wilderness Campground offers a variety of primitive camping opportunities. The seasonal washhouse is available during the spring, summer, and fall; this facility has men and women’s washrooms with showers, toilets, and sinks. During the winter months guests are able to use the facilities in the High Peaks Information Center. All food must be stored inside a vehicle to avoid attracting wildlife. Campsites There are 32 campsites located in the Wilderness Campground. Each campsite has a fire pit and picnic table. A limited number of sites are large enough to accommodate a pop-up camper or small trailer. A maximum of 6 people and a maximum of 3 tents are allowed per site. These sites are open year-round. Lean-tos The Wilderness Campground has 16 lean-tos, several are located adjacent to Heart Lake. Lean-tos are a traditional three-sided Adirondack shelter, they offer protection from weather but have the feel of sleeping out in the open. Each lean-to has a fire pit and picnic table. The lean-tos are open year-round. Canvas Cabins There are six canvas cabins in the Wilderness Campground, each sleeps six people in three bunk beds. The canvas cabins have mattresses but no pillows or linens are provided. Each canvas cabin has a fire pit and picnic table. They are open from the weekend prior to Memorial Day through Columbus Day.
- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
- Cabins
$25 - $55 / night
5. Route 100 Dispersed Camping
5 Reviews•4 Photos•249 SavesWarren, Vermont- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- Tents
- Standard (Tent/RV)
7. South Meadow Campground
1 Review•15 SavesWitherbee, New YorkSouth Meadow is the free parking and camping alternative to ADK Loj. There are a number of primitive campsites along the road. And one of the trails at this trailhead provides access to New York's high point, Mt. Marcy. Other trail will take you to John's Brook Lodge and the Great Range and to Mt. Van Hovenberg
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8. Underhill State Park Campground
6 Reviews•25 Photos•60 SavesUnderhill Center, VermontUnderhill is within Vermont's 39,837-acre Mt. Mansfield State Forest. On the headwaters of the Brown's River, at about 2,000 feet elevation, the park lies on the west slope of 4,300 feet Mt. Mansfield, the state's highest peak. Just over the summit ridge is the Stowe ski area, one of North America's original ski resorts.
The elevation and corresponding exposure to harsh climatic conditions have resulted in some relatively unusual vegetation types along the mountain's summit ridge. The low, stunted-plants found in the alpine tundra near the summit, very rare in New England, are more typical of types found on broad expanses of Arctic tundra a thousand miles farther north. These plants are fragile (if you hike to the summit, please stay on marked trails).
The park is probably best known for its hiking. There are four trails to the summit ridge of Mt. Mansfield from Underhill State Park. Walking up the gated road from the park headquarters, the trails begin branching off shortly above the group camp area. The Sunset Ridge Trail, 3 miles to the summit, is the most popular. Vermont’s Long Trail traverses the summit ridge and, with several trails from the other side of the mountain, many loops are possible. Hiking information and trail maps are available at the park headquarters.
Facilities / Amenities The CCC-built pavilion has a fireplace and picnic tables The CCC-built pavilion has a fireplace and picnic tables The upper camp area, about 3/4 of a mile above the ranger station, has 7 lean-to sites and 2 tent sites, pit toilets, and is reserved for organized group-use. In the lower camp area, around the contact station, are 11 tent sites and 6 lean-to sites. There is cold water and flush toilets in the restrooms, but there are no showers.
Access to all campsites requires a short walk. Campsites are not accessible by vehicle.
The park also has a CCC-built sheltered tentsite tentsite that can be rented for up to a maximum of 8 people. The site comes with a picnic table and the shelter fireplace is to be used in lieu of a fire ring. Additionally, there are 2 standing grills adjacent to the shelter. The sheltered tentsite is $51 per night plus the $8 reservation fee.
Off-season access: The park gate remains open after park closes until the first snowfall. Once it snows, the gate is closed until there is sufficient snowfall to ski into the park, then it is reopened until spring melt.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- Tents
9. Camel's Hump State Park — Camels Hump State Park
2 Reviews•23 Photos•61 SavesBolton, Vermont- Fires
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- Cabins
- Alcohol
$10 / night
10. Patterson Brookside camp on West Hill Road
2 Reviews•23 Photos•36 SavesGranville, Vermont- Pets
- Fires
- Tents
- Dispersed
- Alcohol
Recent Tent Reviews near Vergennes, Vermont
712 Reviews of 49 Vergennes Campgrounds
- KKarolina
Traveler
Draper’s Acres
Good location to hike ADK
Tent camped here several times in past few summers. Good location for major trailheads and near by lake placid keene. Tent sites are not very big. Although weconfortavly fit with one vehicle. Free hot showers.
Justin P.
Legend
Gifford Woods State Park Campground
Quiet and well maintained campground
I tent camped here before doing a section hike of the Appalachian Trail and it was one of the best campgrounds I’ve stayed at before.
The sites have some privacy and woods in between, though the tent sites vs. shelters and cabins were mostly closer to the access road. All sites were super clean and had a picnic table and fire ring. Most sites had a built in cooking fire structure (vs. a fire ring) they looked great for camp cooking, though my site (T01) seemed to be the only without it.
The facilities were well-maintained, there were water spigots everywhere, and though I didn’t get a chance to enjoy, there were lots of activities right there (volleyball lawn, the AT running right through the campground, mountain bike trails).
I didn’t stay in them, but the cabins and lean-tos looked great for group or family options.
Kent Pond was also just across the road for water activities, and I saw at least one fly fisher out.
Killington was also right nearby for restaurants and other needs.
I will definitely be coming back to explore more!
- Raj T.
Guide
Camel's Hump State Park — Camels Hump State Park
Hump Brook Tent Site
Great tent site, site 1 can have 3 platform and fire pit
M.A.D. P.Legend
Kettle Pond State Park Campground
Remote camping on a secluded pond
My wife and I spent 10 days at this remote tent site. Our site was on the far western end of Kettle Pond and the only tent site in the remote camping area. A trail that goes around the pond is easily accessed from site 10. We were able to watch the Loons teaching it's chicks to hunt for food. A bit of work to get to this site but every bit worth the trade off for peace n quiet!
- aannette M.
Scout
Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday
Reliable KOA
Another KOA that’s reliably good. Very big, very full campground, but the tent sites are nicely dispersed
- JJames K.Guide
Chittenden Brook Campground
Really nice semi-remote campground
Great tent camping area with good privacy at sites. Would be tough for any but the tiniest RV. No water. Well maintained, and nice access to trails right from the campground.
Jason D.Traveler
Mountain View Campground
Good family camp ground
Nice family campground nestled in between route 15 and the lamoille River. Great car accessible tent sites right on the water and plenty of amenities that the kids will love. We'll stocked camp store and two pools. It can get a bit noisy due to the proximity to the highway, but it's still a good option for car camping in this part of Vermont.
- AAli B.Traveler
North Beach Campground
Lakeside Convenience
Smaller tent sites. One centrally located bathroom. Nice mix of sun and shade. Convenient to down town and waterfront. Beach is beautiful and conveniently close to sites.
Alex R.Guide
Bushnelle Falls Campsite
Great campsite near the river and falls.
Great campsite!
Lots of tent sites and 2 lean-to.
2 privy.
Near the river and a huge falls too.
Campsite is FREE (but entry is 10$ day)
Geraint J.Scout
Big Deer State Park Campground
Beautiful
A great place. Peaceful and quiet, camp sites are well maintained, great fire pits. Plenty of different tent sites available, a nice walk down to the lake. Enjoy.
- Michelle R.Guide
Lake Bomoseen KOA
family camping on Lake Bomoseen
family camping Kabins, rv, and tent sites, arcade, store, ice cream, and Lake Bomoseen. Easy to get to, close to Castleton, Rutland, and Hubbarton Battlefield. Great spot for a family get-a-way.
- Sara M.Scout
Mountain View Campground
Beautifully Kept
A lovely family camp ground with rv and tent sites, all near the bathrooms, amenities galore, and a great camp store. Visited in early October and was not disappointed. A wonderful stay.
Thomas B.Guide
Mount Philo State Park Campground
Beautiful Vermont
I only got to stay two nights here but it was veey nice. only seven tent sites and three Leanto so pretty secluded. the best part is every night its only a ten minute hike to the summit from where the sites are and you get to watch the sunset over Vermont and lake champlain as the sun falls behind the adirondack mountains, its quite an amazing site. very highly recommended if y oi u want piece and quiet and that mountain feel with a stunning view.
Melisa A.Guide
Ausable Point Campground
Beautiful falls, decent campground
Beautiful destination! Take a walk up the path next to the chasm. So relaxing listening to the water falls. Great place to watch the sunset! Make sure you bring a light jacket in the summer, the evenings can still get chilly from time to time. If you are camping here in the fall, check out Rulfs orchard for some apple picking. Fillion's diner is amazing and super reasonable pricing.
You can rent a cabin if you don't want to camp in a tent. Nice way to stay away from mosquitoes and black flies. Tons of activities to do here: hiking, biking, walking, disc golf, etc.
- HHarry H.
Ranger
Putnam Pond Adirondack Preserve
Perfect backpacking basecamp
Beautiful views over the lake with sunset views. Canoe rentals on site. Very clean, truly hot showers, large tent sites, shady & wooded campground. Try to book the site on the little island, but the others are all nice too.
- HHarry H.Ranger
Paradox Lake Campground
What’s the paradox? If you find out let me know.
Adirondacks scenery, camping along the lake. Trail access from campground. Swim & boat on site. Modern but basic state park. Some tent sites nicely private. Close to rt 87, convenient stop on the way to or from Canada from NYC.
- EEric M.Scout
Draper’s Acres
Nice areas for tents, plus private cabins
This site has good tent sites that are separate from RV area and rental cabins. Very reasonable rates and friendly staff, also showers on site tho they're a bit rustic. Great experience; if you tent, try to grab a spot on the outer ring for a quieter time, larger space and better views
Bojangles R.Scout
Underhill State Park Campground
Terrific Camping
Spent a few nights here as a base camp while hiking some of the mountains in the area. 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. Quiet hours were definitely observed. Easily one of the best camp sites I’ve stayed at.
- Dina S.Traveler
Lincoln Pond Campground
Peaceful
Tent camping at its best. Quiet and nestled in the trees. Not much is nearby in the way of attractions but there is amazing hiking trails all throughout this area. If you are new to hiking in real mountains like the ones near this campground (I’m from Jersey so...) be sure to have a personal beacon since your cell phone won’t work on the hikes. The campground does get 1 bar.
Miccal M.Legend
Crown Point State Historic Site
great place to stop for a night - very little privacy
If you like history this is a great spot to camp, when exploring. Just don't expect privacy. That said the views are wonderful. The sites all have fire rings, tent sites don't have anything else. RV sites do offer full hookups. The access into the site is paved. There is a trash house and bathhouse on the grounds.
- Alex R.Guide
Sno-Bird
Tiny remote campsite
very tiny and remote.
5-6 tent sites and a small box privy.
But great when you hike the HaBaSa trail (haystack, basin, saddleback).
Since it's right after Haystack and not too far from Basin.
No need to walk more...it's on the way.
It's a very high campsite...So it's windy and colder at night.
Bryan P.ScoutKettle Pond State Park Campground
Group Camping PLUS "Remote" Lean-tos
Kettle Pond is a classic northern pond set in Vermont's Groton State Forest. Besides the group camping area, which can get busy, the pond has six lean-tos (across the pond from the group sites) and one tent site. They've got fire pits, crappers and a fair amount of privacy. The first two lean-tos are a few hundred feet apart. But the rest are fairly private, spread out along a trail that rings the pond. You must park in the lot and walk to all these sites. The farthest, most remote site, is about a mile from the parking lot. Here's a map: https://vtstateparks.com/assets/pdf/groton-remote.pdf
- Heather M.Scout
AuSable Chasm Campground
Peaceful, Clean, Fun
3 night stay, tent camping on a site with water and electric. The site we had was quite large, I had booked an end site (#73) hoping it would be big! The campground staff was friendly, and worked hard to keep the bathrooms and showers clean. The camp ground is within minutes of Ausable Chasm, which offers great hiking trails and rafting/tubing. We had a great time on this camping trip!
- Miccal M.Legend
Limehurst Lake
Typical RV camping
I will start by saying I have not stayed here. I looked into and toured this campground looking for a place for my extended family to camp at while in the area. While it does have a few tent sites, and a pond it is mainly a RV camping site with long term RV rentals. It was not the kind of place I wanted My nephews camping at.
Natalie N.GuideDraper’s Acres
Campground with options
Great campground with secluded sites most with woods behind each site, especially the tent area. The RV and tent camping is well separated and there are different kinds of RV space available as well. The showers are a bit gross, but free. The cabins look nice but a little close together. They don’t pick up the phone right away so call a few times to get ahold of someone. We had water/electric for a trailer at $35 a night in perfect location between Keene Valley and Lake Placid. Sites were clean and the fire pits were beautiful! We camped in site 45 and were pleasantly left alone.
Levi M.GuideAuSable Chasm Campground
Cute and Quaint
Upon arrival, the front desk clerk was very nice and helpful. We found our way to the tent sites, nestled in the very back corner which for us was exactly what we like. Sites were a medium distance apart but still spacious enough to not be close to neighbors. Showers and restrooms were nearby and it being a weekday, there really wasn’t much traffic of campers or hikers. It was cozy and tucked into the woods with town only being a few miles away!
Sarah C.Legend
Baker's Acres
Sub-par
This is clearly a residential RV seasonal place. Some of the RVs here look as though they've had houses added onto them over the years. Seeing as it caters to RVs over anything else, other services/amenities were lack luster. Showers were a bit dirty and there were only 4 tent sites in the campground. It worked for a stop over on a thru paddle of the Northern Forest Canoe Trail, but as a regular tent camper, I would not recommend this spot if you can avoid it.
There is a lovely country store a quarter of a mile away!
Guide to Vergennes
Discover the beauty of tent camping near Vergennes, Vermont, where lush landscapes and serene lakes create the perfect backdrop for outdoor adventures.
Tent campers should check out local attractions
- Enjoy the scenic views and hiking opportunities at Branbury State Park Campground, known for its access to some of the best trails and paddling spots in the state.
- Experience the stunning sunsets over Lake Champlain from the summit of Mount Philo State Park Campground, just a short hike from your tent.
- Explore the picturesque surroundings of Camel's Hump State Park, where you can hike to one of Vermont's highest peaks and enjoy breathtaking views.
Tent campers like these nearby activities
- Take a refreshing dip at the beach area of Branbury State Park Campground, which features a lovely swimming area and boat launch.
- Hike the trails at Mount Philo State Park Campground for a mix of short walks and more challenging hikes, all with beautiful views.
- Enjoy the peaceful ambiance and natural beauty while camping at Patterson Brookside camp on West Hill Road, where you can relax by the river.
Unique features of these campgrounds
- Branbury State Park Campground offers electric hookups and reservable sites, making it convenient for tent campers looking for some amenities.
- At Mount Philo State Park Campground, you'll find well-maintained composting toilets and coin-operated showers, ensuring a comfortable stay.
- Experience the tranquility of Camel's Hump State Park, where you can enjoy a primitive camping experience with the thrill of hiking to a stunning summit.
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