Hiking, fishing, and fall foliage draw campers up the wooded hillside to Coolidge State Park Campground, a small state park facility set within one of Vermont's largest forests in Plymouth. The campground runs from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend, and the autumn timing matters: the lean-to sites along the outer edge of the A loop face open sightlines toward Killington and the rugged Green Mountains terrain, and those views draw repeat visitors specifically for the October color change.
The site layout rewards those who do their homework before booking. The prime lean-to sites with mountain views book up far in advance and require reservations. Sites clustered near the top of the campground sit closer together, which works well for groups but less so for those wanting separation. As Bob W. notes, "sites for tents offer some set away but further from water and toilet," so tent campers should factor that trade-off into their site selection. Site #2 near the park entrance is a frequently mentioned lean-to with an outhouse and views of Killington. All sites are semi-secluded within the ash and maple woods.
Bathrooms are consistently described as clean and well-maintained. Showers are coin-operated. Firewood is available on-site. Bears have been reported active in the campground, so standard food storage practices apply. Cell service is limited. The picnic pavilion at the top of the campground is worth the short walk for its open view across the ridgeline.
Beyond the campground itself, the Calvin Coolidge historic homestead sits nearby and is a common stop for visitors. Hikers should note that the park's trail map has been flagged by reviewers as inaccurate regarding shelter locations along the summit routes, so cross-referencing with an updated source before heading out is a practical precaution. Camp Plymouth State Park Campground provides a nearby alternative for those who want waterfront access, and campers planning a longer stay in the region can browse campgrounds around Coolidge State Park for additional options.
Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for the view-facing lean-to sites.
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Map & DirectionsCoolidge State Park Campground is located in Vermont near Plymouth
Directions
From the junction of Hwy 100 and Hwy 100A: Go 2 miles north on Hwy 100A.
Address
855 Coolidge Sp Rd
Plymouth, VT 05056
Coordinates
43.55100044 N
72.69900018 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/6/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/6/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Pull-Through Sites
Drive Time
- 1 hr 30 min from Glens Falls, NY
- 1 hr 42 min from Manchester, NH
- 1 hr 43 min from Burlington, VT
- 2 hrs 1 min from Pittsfield, MA
























