The best camping near Jamaica State Park

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Jamaica Campground

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Sunrise Farm

8 sites · RVs, Tents75 acres · Dover, VT

Voted 3rd in Vermont by Hip Camp 2022 6 Sites are on Sunrise Farms 75 acre Conservation land with 50 mile view for Sites 1 and 2. Very quiet area with lots of wildlife and ponds and disc golf. Very quiet with great swimming and lots of hikes right from your sites. 2 of the Brookside Sites (Wishbone Left and Right) are close by (2.7 miles) where we have another 1/2 mile of river frontage and can handle bigger groups as Conservation land on Sunrise Farm only allows 4 campers per site. Sunrise Farm Sites 1 and 2 have oodles of space and Spectacular 50 mile views of Mount Monadnock with no house lights out there in the evening except the party string lights we provide. Site 1 (with entrance 70 yards south of the farmhouse) is best for camping in with up to 20 foot trailers or multiple tents …on the large flat spaces in the 25 acre field to choose from. Great Well water available near farmhouse. Biodegradable soaps Only if used in the ponds. Double Olympic sized Swim Pond we stock with Rainbow Trout to keep clear. We have been advised Not to allow imported firewood (can import Wood Beetle dangerous for our forest). - PLEASE use the Firewood bundle tubs we provide ($11) - pick up at the farmhouse or pull wood from the woods (and make it safer for use). Beautiful and plenty of wildlife nearby... as well as Port a Potties are marked on Map we provide with solar lights marking them at night. Do Not Leave food out when camping or away from site. Bears are rarely seen but it is wild country. Sites have locking garbage lids. Unique and lovely as well as being next to trails and roads to miles of remote spots with very few if any ... people. In Winter we request only AWD vehicles go down to this site or park up by farmhouse and hike in so you can easily get out. When wet park up by the road if you have 2 wheel drive. Always WISE to arrive When LIGHT out as we do not live at the site and are not able to show guests to their sites as a result.

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Grateful Acres Vermont

5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents12 acres · West Dover, VT

Learn more about this land: Welcome to Grateful Acres Vermont, a 420 friendly, Grateful Dead inspired camping destination in the heart of the Green Mountains. We have space available for tents, campers, and trailers. Kayaks available to rent for use at the reservoir located just up the road. WE ARE NOT A COMMERCIAL ENTERPRISE, just a family with some land in Vermont that we would.like to share. PLEASE OBSERVE THE POSTED SPEED LIMIT

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Bent Apple Farm

5 sites · Lodging100 acres · Londonderry, VT

Often described as being the most relaxing, romantic, dreamy and unique farm you'll ever stay in!!! Bent apple farm is natures perfect scape, thanks to my husband and I efforts to create a sanctuary to share with others. From apple trees, beautiful pond and a rustic cabins. Our farm is at the edge of VT natural forest, with often gifts us the visit of wild deers, moose and turkeys. Our property has 5 cabins total that give a small little village feel to it, but spaced enough that each has its privacy. This quiet piece of heaven is our little treasure, built and cared by us to share with you. Instagram: @bentapplefarm You’ll need 4x4 car in the winter time.

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The Lovespun Homestead

3 sites · RVs, Tents22 acres · Windham, VT

Our homestead is a judicious 20-acre mixture of meadow, woodland, orchard, gardens, and wild and cultivated berry patches. Lots of opportunities to interact with wildlife (and my livestock dogs, haha), explore the woods and sit in the peace of wild things. Surplus eggs and extra seasonal produce (grown, foraged) for sale when available. A very rewarding and strenuous hike leads you down into a beautiful secluded brook, with waterfalls and swimming holes. An absolutely magical spot you will most likely get to soak in in complete solitude. Other great hiking throughout our woods and nearby in Jamaica and Townshend state parks. Dogs not encouraged, but not prohibited under certain circumstances. Travelers with dogs please message us before booking! Local attractions: Hamilton Falls (13 min) Jamaica State Park hiking trails (11 min) Pikes Falls (18 min) Farmer's Markets: Townshend Farmers Market (3 min) - Fridays 4:30pm - 6:30pm Londonderry Farmers Market (18 min) - Saturdays, 9am - 1pm Brattleboro Farmers Market (33 min) Putney Farmers Market (35 min) Provisions/Groceries: West River Provisions (9 min) Riverbend Farm Market (12 min) The Newfane Store (16 min) Londonderry Village Market (19 min) Brattleboro Food Coop (33 min) Putney Food Coop (34 min) Hannafords/Aldi's (35 min) Gas: Riverbend Farm Market (12 min) Londonderry Shopping Center (19 min) Hospitals/Pharmacies: Grace Cottage Hospital/Messenger Valley Pharmacy (10 min) Green Mountain Pharmacy (20 min)

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Meadowsweet Farm

1 site · RV, Tent10 acres · Saxtons River, VT

Large pond on property. Property borders Saxtons River. Organic gardening, fruit trees, and fire pit. Fresh deep well water. 15, 20, and 30 amp electrical service. Mowed grass surface. WI Fi available with Verizon extended service. Jamaica State Park nearby. Best for tents, class B rvs, pickup campers, and off road trailers. Portable camping toilet available for tenters.

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Bluebrook Farmhouse

5 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Dover, VT

Located just 1.7 miles away from Mount Snow, in the heart of West Dover, Vermont you can enjoy any brookside camp spot within a 6000 square foot fenced in backyard, choose to camp anywhere beyond the fence in the 5 acres of free range wilderness, or simply camp on one of the lawns or in the driveway. You're welcome to use the fire pit, or disc golf basket, and If your feeling adventurous, take a dip in the brook. There are lots of trees to hang your hammock, soft grass on maintained lawns for your tents, or an easily accessible driveway to park your camper or car camping set up.

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Suzy Greenberg's Mountain Farm

2 sites · RVs2 acres · Winhall, VT

Our blended family of 7 (with 8 on the way) welcome you. We bought this house a few years ago and have been slowing transforming the property into our own. We brought our goats and chickens and even got a mini pig. Cleared some trees to bring in more sunlight and added a hot tub. Come see what we've done with the place and enjoy the mountain air for yourself. We live in a secluded neighborhood with plenty of dirt roads and small ponds to explore by foot or on bike. Learn more about this land:Park your camper at our secluded mountain property! Enjoy easy access to the ski mountains and all the fun local spots. We'll share the best spots to scratch whatever is your itch. We offer a space just off our circular driveway with water and electric as needed. Mix and mingle with our friendly farm animals. Hike/xc ski the 1/4 mile trail around our wooded property, down to a stream fed pond, or to a wild blackberry patch. Access to the Swedish Ski Club trails right out our backyard. In the evening enjoy a backyard fire with a view of Stratton. Access to our hot tub for an additional charge.

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Gus's Gardens

4 sites · RVs9 acres · Wilmington, VT

With the main house built in 1860 this property has seen many uses such as a farm, retail Christmas store, church, rental cabins, and a gravel quarry among other things. I now try to keep the back acreage by the brook and pond as natural as possible for habitat, as well as you the campers! Learn more about this land: Most will have cell service at the site or there is a free public Wi-Fi in Wilmington center. Private yet convenient to Downtown Wilmington, VT. Located between the Harriman reservoir and Lake Raponda, both great for boating, fishing and swimming. As well as the Deerfield River across the street, which runs through town. There is a public hiking trail that goes through the property. It goes from the Fairview ave. boat launch in Wilmington, all the way up to West Dover. You can access this at the back of the site. The site is only a minutes drive from downtown Wilmington, or you can hike/bike there on the trail (approx 15 min). In Wilmington there is plenty of shopping, gifts, coffee, restaurants, gas, liquor store. I also have dry, split firewood available as an extra for $5. Please don't bring your own unless it is prepackaged from shaws or bought from one of the local sellers right around me. Transportation of out of state firewood can bring invasive beetles to our forests...

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Red Gate Farm/ DuGrenier Glass

4 sites · RVs, Tents16 acres · VT

Camp sites are on a 16-acre hayfield nestled in the woods alongside the West River, with valley views and direct access to Route 30. My glassblowing studio is just across the road with a gallery, weekly demos and glass blowing classes offered. Local grocery store and gas station is minutes away. Gravel access road is steep so be careful entering and exiting. We can host RV and larger trailers behind the glass blowing studio. Fishing, tubing and swimming along the river. Great state parks nearby with hiking. Swimming holes minutes from the camp site. We have farm tours every Saturday along with maple syrup classes and glassblowing classes thru Airbnb experiences; ask us for a link.

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Quarry Brook

4 sites · Lodging, Tents100 acres · Putney, VT

It all started on a first date in Boston....Nick had to excuse himself to take a phone call. His cow had fled its pasture. Much to Tara's surprise in that moment, this man she had just met was finishing his engineering degree at Northeastern, but was simultaneously building a homestead in Vermont. Fast forward 7 years, and here we are, building the life we only dreamed of. We yearned for simplicity. Deeper connections to our surroundings and mother nature. A calmer sense of place. The satisfaction that comes from growing food. Creating with our hands. We're a working farm and homestead. Every day at Quarry Brook is a new adventure, and we wouldn’t have it any other way. We’re incredibly excited to share our little corner of southern Vermont and what we’re up to with you!

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Misty Mountain Farm

2 sites · RVs, TentsTownshend, VT

Visitor's have the oppertunity to milk goats, a cow, hike, swim or just relax by the fire. We are 30 min from Stratton mountain and Mt Snow. A short 5 min drive to a great river swimming hole, and ten min to Townshend State forest, dam, and beach.Learn more about this land:Misty Mountain Farm is a family farm raising animals humanely. We are not a campground and are best set up for tents and small campers. The site is large with a 12x12 deck, hammock, and firepit. We have great views in a peaceful setting. There is a outhouse and a hot shower for guests. Fire wood is sold at the farm store but you are welcome to gather wood from the woods around the farm..

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Meadow with apple trees & view

1 site · RV, Tent2 acres · Rawsonville, VT

My home is the original Diers Homestead, established in 1940. It was named The Chicken Ranch in the 1960’s. There aren’t any chickens, but there are many forest creatures that wander out of the Green Mountain National Forest & into the meadow. You may see foxes, deer, moose, large marmots, and lots of different birds including wild turkeys & great blue herons. Apple trees of many varieties are scattered around. Come eat freely when they fruit! You’ll be camping on a hill with a fire ring nearby. The beautiful sunrises and sunsets are both visible as the meadow is open to the south, east & west. This is a special place in a perfect location. If you like to explore by foot, there’s a network of private hiking trails and a river to cool off in, both within 1/4 mile from your campsite. Also easily within walking distance is the village of Rawsonville: Ungrounded Coffee, Meulemans' Craft Draughts, Honeypie, Family Kitchen and Pizzeria, OMG garden center & gift shop (home to the occasional Greenhouse Sessons event!), Mountain Riders, Equipe Sport & the Rawsonville Marketplace where you can get basic supplies and fuel. Speaking of fuel, if you really want to roll your wheels… Stratton Village is 8 minutes by car. Take a gondola ride to the top and check out the fire tower where you can see the entire lower half of Vermont state on a clear day. The village centers of Jamaica, Londonderry and Peru are also very close by and boast great food and crafts. And there’s always Manchester, if you’re seeking lots of shopping and fine dining. Horseback riding is a 15 minute drive from the campsite at Horses For Hire in Peru. This is a truly authentic experience. Trail rides for all abilities- even the “pony ride” for the little kids is a trail through the woods. Not to be missed! Also in Peru is Bromley Mountain which, during the summer months, becomes The Thrill Zone featuring a giant alpine slide. At Bee Well Homestead in Jamaica, there is authentic BBQ, live music and yoga every Sunday morning. The New American Grill in Londonderry has a wide selection of delicious food and their open mic night on Thursdays feature very talented local musicians. Even though it’s so close to all these uniquely wonderful people and their businesses, it is really just off a little country road - the best of both worlds!

The best camping near Jamaica State Park guide

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Despite its name, Jamaica State Park is not located on the island in the Caribbean. Damn! It’s actually on the eastern edge of Vermont’s Green Mountain National Forest. Sweet! Spanning 772 acres on a bend of the West River, it’s about a half-mile from the center of the town of Jamaica (ah, now it makes sense). And though it’s most known for its paddling pastimes, Jamaica offers a host of other activities including hiking, fishing and camping. Scattered about the park you'll find tent, RV, and lean-to sites.

Just outside the campground there are some stunning sights. If you’re willing to wander due north, the West River Trail eventually branches off toward the must-see Hamilton Falls. The falls are a breathtaking geological feature, definitely snapshot- (or at least selfie) worthy. Following the trail south, you’ll come upon The Dumplings. Again, don’t be confused. These dumplings are actually glacial erratics (AKA large boulders) in the river. They’re a favorite playground for whitewater boaters and a scenic view for the rest of us!

When to go

The ideal time to visit Jamaica State Park is during the summer months, from late May to early September, when the weather is warm and the park is fully accessible. Winter brings a quiet beauty, but be prepared for cold temperatures and limited access due to snow.

Know before you go

Check the weather forecast before your visit to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
Be aware of park hours, which typically run from 8:30am to 5pm, to plan your activities accordingly.
Remember to pack essentials like water, snacks, and a first-aid kit for your outdoor adventures.
Stay informed about any trail closures or area restrictions that may be in effect during your visit.
Take advantage of the available amenities, including picnic areas and restrooms, to enhance your day out.