Established Camping
Wilgus State Park Campground
About
State Park
The land of Wilgus State Park was given to the state of Vermont in 1933 by Colonel and Mrs. William Wilgus for the creation of Wilgus State Park.
The original park, constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps, consisted of a picnic area with large flue-type stone fireplaces and picnic tables, and the ranger's quarters.
The campground was developed and expanded between 1960 and the present time. Wilgus State Park is a very popular park for canoes and kayaks, since it is located on the Connecticut River.
This park provides day use access to the Connecticut River and the Pinnacle Trail hike provides a scenic vista of the Connecticut River Valley.
Facilities / Amenities There are 4 cabins, 15 tent/trailer sites and 6 lean-to sites which overlook the Connecticut River. There are two restrooms with flush toilets, hot and cold running water and coin-operated hot showers. There is a picnic area and 3 lean-tos in the Group area. Canoe and kayak rentals are available at the contact station as well as a WiFi connection. A trailer sanitary station is located near the ranger's quarters. There is also a small picnic shelter for campers.
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonGood
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
GuideSmall and peaceful
A tad close to Rte 5, but it quiets down in the evening. Sites are also a bit small but well spaced from others; we had not problem with our 20' trailer. View of river is pretty nice.
GuideMy favorite
Nice group camping area on Connecticut River with tent and lean to options. Ranger Eric and staff were awesome.
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ScoutSmall, Quiet, Clean
This is a small park, but it's a good spot to stay to explore the area (nearby Mt. Ascutney State Park, Harpoon Brewery, the American Precision Museum, etc.).
Kayaking on the river is the big draw, which is a great place to be on a hot day.
The one hike across the road is steep so it would not be suitable for small children, but walking around the campground is very pleasant.
The grounds and facilities are immaculate.
Location
Wilgus State Park Campground is located in Vermont
Directions
From I-91 (Exit #8): Go 1.5 miles south on US 5.
Address
3985 Route 5
Springfield, VT 05156
Coordinates
43.39100021 N
72.408 W