Boat-in access only makes Waterbury Reservoir Remote Sites a logistically specific trip that rewards campers who plan ahead. Sites R11 through R27 are best reached from the Cotton Brook Road launch, roughly a 30-minute paddle to mid-range sites like R14. Launching from Little River Road adds significant time on the water. Little River State Park Campground sits just to the west for those who want drive-in access instead. Composting toilets are on-site, picnic tables are provided, and T-Mobile cell service has worked at the reservoir. At least one site has sloped tent ground, so conditions vary by spot. Reservations are available. This setup works best for paddlers comfortable hauling gear across open water.
Description
Camping at the Waterbury Reservoir’s remote sites is a real backcountry adventure! Although every campsite provides a fire ring and toilet, the rest is a primitive experience. You will be far from other people and resources, surrounded by a beautiful wilderness. Campers are strongly encouraged to use cook stoves or bring their own firewood, also to pack water filters, adequate food/shelter and emergency supplies.
Camping Reservations
Beginning May 2, 2022, at 9:00 a.m., all 27 remote campsites along the reservoir perimeter will become available to reserve for any date in the 2022 operating season. Beginning June 1, 2022, reservations for the 2023 season will become available to be reserved up to 11 months in advance like other Vermont State Parks. Reservations can be made online, or through the park’s reservation call center at 1-888-409-7579, beginning at 9:00 a.m. The maximum stay will be limited to 7 nights. Regular camping fees will be charged like other state park camping areas. Every remote campsite has a maximum occupancy of 6 people, unless otherwise posted. Kayaks at the reservoir Kayaks sit at the waters edge. Facilities/Amenities
Dispersed all around the Reservoir are 27 remote campsites, each with a roofed composting toilet. Several day use areas, some also with toilets, are also provided for recreational use from sunrise to sunset. Day Use areas are locations where fires are permitted until closure at sunset.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsWaterbury Reservoir Remote Sites is located in Vermont near Waterbury Center
Coordinates
44.38983675032699 N
72.75761802332026 W
Connectivity
T-MobileLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/22/26- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/22/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 7/22/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/22/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/22/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 7/22/26
Access
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 29 min from Burlington, VT
- 2 hrs 3 min from Manchester, NH
- 2 hrs 21 min from Glens Falls, NY
- 3 hrs 36 min from Lewiston, ME
