Best Dispersed Camping near Woodstock, VT
Multiple dispersed camping sites exist near Woodstock, Vermont within the Green Mountain National Forest, where visitors can camp for free without reservations or permits. Most sites are located along forest roads, with notable areas including National Forest Road 207, which features primitive meadow sites with mountain views, and Texas Falls, which has multiple fire rings near a brook. Additional camping can be found along FR42, FR25, and several riverside spots on forest service roads where campers have established fire rings.
Forest roads leading to dispersed sites often require high-clearance vehicles, with some access points becoming difficult or impassable during wet weather or winter months. Many roads feature rough terrain with rocks, mud holes, and steep sections that may challenge standard passenger cars. As one visitor noted, "Being primitive sites there are no facilities. You will find fire rings at each site though." Most areas lack amenities like toilets, trash receptacles, and potable water, requiring visitors to pack out all waste and bring their own supplies. Fire regulations vary seasonally, with some sites allowing fires while others prohibit them year-round.
The dispersed sites offer varying levels of privacy and natural features, from meadows with panoramic mountain views to riverside camps with water access. According to a camper at FR207, there are "many spots on open fields with beautiful scenic views of the mountains." Several visitors have reported increasing popularity at these sites, especially during summer weekends. A recent reviewer cautioned that "this area is being heavily used and some spots are being shut down from abuse," highlighting the importance of proper waste disposal and site restoration. Cell service is limited or nonexistent at most sites, with some areas receiving minimal coverage from certain carriers.
