Best Campgrounds near Williston, VT

Williston is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Williston is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.

Best Camping Sites Near Williston, Vermont (184)

    1. North Beach Campground

    28 Reviews
    Burlington, VT
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 862-0942

    $37 - $100 / night

    "We stay every year for the Vermont City Marathon. It is a convenient bike ride down the bike path to the waterside park. Easy access to all of Burlington by bike."

    "Sites 1 to 16 are close to each other.

    Sites 113 to 119 are bad. Very close to each other. No redeeming qualities.

    Sites have 30 amp electric and water but might need a longish cord or hose."

    2. Shelburne Camping Area

    16 Reviews
    Shelburne, VT
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 985-2540

    "Lastly, the location was perfect, just outside of Burlington made access to the area ideal."

    "We were near the pool (didn't feel warm, so we didn't partake) and office."

    3. Little River State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Waterbury Center, VT
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 244-7103

    $19 - $28 / night

    "Little River State Park is located just outside of Waterbury Vermont so it’s an ideal location for jumping off on other adventures!"

    "We came here to hike the Dalley Loop Trail (which is a great trail full of history), but we wish we had camped here instead of the private campground 45 minutes away where we did stay."

    4. Smugglers Notch State Park Campground

    23 Reviews
    Stowe, VT
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 253-4014

    $20 / night

    "I’d say this was one of Vermont’s best kept secrets, except I don’t think it’s exactly a secret. Even in October, the Park seemed full with visitors and Stowe was hopping!"

    "They don't have all the usual amenities its more of a primitive set up. has great clean sites with multiple ways to access mount mansfields trail system which is the highest mountain in the state of Vermont"

    5. Grand Isle State Park Campground

    28 Reviews
    Grand Isle, VT
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 372-4300

    $6 - $28 / night

    "Beautifully set on Lake Champlain in Vermont! This is a relatively large campground but is well laid out and doesn't feel small even when it's packed to the gills."

    "Since the park is on a island in Lake Champlain in Vermont there is water all around. Good places to walk and ride."

    6. Lone Pine Campsites

    9 Reviews
    Winooski, VT
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 878-5447

    $8 - $12 / night

    "We had one right next to the playground so our daughter could walk straight to it without having to cross a road. And speaking of playground, it was large and very nice."

    "Cool little campground right in Mallets Bay on Lake Champlain. Campsites are kind of close together. Nice pool, game room, and little store. Its a fun place for families!"

    7. Mount Philo State Park Campground

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

    $23 / night

    "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"

    "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."

    8. Apple Island Resort

    12 Reviews
    Grand Isle, VT
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 372-3800

    $55 - $105 / night

    "Visit this campground in the fall and experience quintessential Vermont in all its glory. The campground is nice. The people are friendly."

    "Brewery and vineyards close by"

    9. Underhill State Park Campground

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

    "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."

    "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."

    10. Mallets Bay Campground

    4 Reviews
    Burlington, VT
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 863-6980

    "This is a smaller campground tucked away in the bayside of Colchester."

    "Right on the water, a nice breeze coming off of the lake, close to everything downtown, but still felt like we weren’t on top of our neighbors. Run by some great people! Highly recommend!"

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Recent Reviews near Williston, VT

687 Reviews of 184 Williston Campgrounds


  • Mindie C.
    Sep. 14, 2025

    North Beach Campground

    Ok for the night

    It’s basically a public park with beach access. The views on the beach are absolutely beautiful. No frills sites.

  • Laura W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 25, 2025

    Rogers Rock Campground

    Roger's Rock

    It was a pretty good park. Wooded nicely. Big lots where we were. Down near the water the sites were pretty crammed together Not parked in a row like an RV park.

  • Greg D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 22, 2025

    Lazy Lions Campground

    Nice quiet place

    Nice campground with plenty of shade, well maintained and decent restrooms. The showers are ok and cost a quarter for 4 minutes. Our site was level and along with a picnic table, they also provide two Adirondack chairs (plastic) and a fire ring.

  • K
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Mount Philo State Park Campground

    Hidden gem!

    Great little campground at a beautiful state park. The campground had widely spaced wooded sites and was exceptionally quiet. Very well-maintained! Recommend nearby Charlotte town beach for swimming ($10 for non-residents).

  • Jim S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Happy Hill Maple Farms

    Offseason

    Quiet spot just off the Hwy. you can hear traffic but not many cars out this time of year(August). They had a fire pit and picnic table . No electricity so we used the generator. We the only one here so the noise should not bother anyone. Great pace for fall visits

  • Jessica C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Chittenden Brook Campground

    Great site

    This was a great site that feels secluded but isn’t. There’s quite a bit of space between each site so you can’t really see your neighbors which is excellent. The vault toilets were surprisingly clean besides the expected smell/flies. No running water or electricity. No cell service a few miles leading up the site, so download your maps in advance. There’s a 2.5 mile dirt road with a steady incline into the camp, which my subie had no issue with, but not sure how well an RV would fair.

    Didn’t see any bear, but take bear food precautions regardless. Each site has a fire pit, tent platform, and picnic table. The sites were well cared for. There were two dumpsters, one for recycling and one for trash, at the end of the loop. They are bear proof and almost me proof! The constant sound of running water from the brook was truly relaxing. I didn’t have issues with bugs (beginning of August) but I also didn’t stay in the camp during the majority of the day.

    All in all, a great campsite and I’ll definitely be back.

  • M
    Aug. 8, 2025

    Brookwood RV Resort

    Nice Campground

    Well maintained campground. Shop onsite with all you can possibly need. Beautiful pool. And easy access to Fort Ticonderoga, restaurants in town and Lake George area.

  • E
    Aug. 7, 2025

    Indian Brook Reservoir

    Family of 4 tent camping

    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. Site was gorgeous and private, right on the reservoir. Really lovely setting!

  • Snooz H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 5, 2025

    Shelburne Camping Area

    Oh My God. NO!

    Electricity would not work. We got an error on our control panel that said stop! Power source is not correct! Dan, one of the owners, said that somebody must have tried to hook a 50 amp into the 30 amp. box. He went about a half block to check breaker said that it was not flipped but it was wobbling pretty loose in there.

    My husband is a licensed electrician and of course had his own testing equipment. It showed 25 amp coming out of it. So he said move to spot 50. Well before we moved our vehicle, we went down there and checked it. He took off before we could. And guess what the exact same problem. We did not even hook into the second one. (#50)
    So he proceeded to tell us that it was our equipment that had gone bad. Even though we never plugged into spot 50!

    I had planned on one night thank God! He did refund our $52. we had to drive down the road and try to find someplace else at 7:00 in the evening. Another thank God, the Walmart about 10 or 15 miles down the road would allow overnight.

    So we are now on our way to our next location which is about a 7 hour drive. We are just hoping that they did not damage our equipment. It has been extremely stressful if you go there you better watch out!


Guide to Williston

Camping near Williston, Vermont, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a quiet retreat, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: There are numerous trails nearby. Campers have enjoyed hiking around the Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday, with one reviewer saying, "As far as location, there is a lot of stuff to do in the area as we went and hiked the mountain, which was amazing."
  • Fishing and Boating: The Saranac Lake Islands Adirondack Preserve is perfect for fishing enthusiasts. One camper mentioned, "Boat access only, primitive camping... I’ve been coming here every year for 15 years and look forward to the next trip."
  • Swimming: Many campgrounds, like Rogers Rock Campground, have access to beautiful lakes. A visitor noted, "The views out the camper were just amazing. The bathroom with the showers by the beaches were gross, but the lake was super clean."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. One review for Little River State Park Campground stated, "The facilities were clean and the shower was nice and hot."
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A visitor at Moosalamoo Campground said, "Sites are generously spaced out. We went 'first come, first serve' and had no problem getting a site."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often mention helpful staff. At the Grand Isle State Park Campground, one reviewer said, "Nice, helpful staff."

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may not have full amenities. A camper at Smugglers Notch State Park Campground noted, "No amenities, no Wi-Fi."
  • Reservations Recommended: Popular spots fill up quickly. A visitor at Saranac Lake Islands advised, "Super popular, so plan ahead and reserve early."
  • Wildlife Awareness: Campers should be cautious of wildlife. One review for Gifford Woods State Park Campground mentioned, "There has been an increase in Black Bear activity."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with activities for kids. One family at Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday mentioned, "They had lots of activities to take back to the campsite for rainy days."
  • Pet-Friendly Options: Many campgrounds allow pets. A reviewer at Grand Isle State Park Campground said, "Pets allowed, picnic table, reservable."
  • Safety First: Always keep an eye on kids near water. A camper at Rogers Rock Campground advised, "Make sure to bring water shoes because everything is gravel."

Tips from RVers:

  • Big Rig Friendly: Many campgrounds can accommodate larger RVs. A visitor at Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday noted, "Big rig friendly, drinking water, electric hookups."
  • Dump Stations Available: Look for campgrounds with dump stations. One reviewer at Little River State Park Campground mentioned, "Sanitary dump available."
  • Check for Wi-Fi: Some campgrounds may have limited internet access. A camper at North Beach Campground said, "The campground is ok, but it is only a place to sleep."

Camping near Williston, Vermont, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Whether you're looking for a rustic experience or a more developed campground, you'll find plenty of options to enjoy the great outdoors.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Williston, VT?

According to TheDyrt.com, Williston, VT offers a wide range of camping options, with 184 campgrounds and RV parks near Williston, VT and 15 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Williston, VT?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Williston, VT is North Beach Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 28 reviews.

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

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 15 free dispersed camping spots near Williston, VT.