The best big rig friendly campgrounds in Vermont

Known for its colorful fall foliage, wilderness lakes, and scenic camping areas, Vermont is an outdoor lover's playground. From camping, hiking, fishing, and boating in summer to cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and downhill skiing in winter, the state has something for every kind of adventure traveler. Here you'll find over 50 state parks, a vast network of trails including portions of the Appalachian Trail, and 400,000 acres of protected lands in the Green Mountain National Forest. Choose from hundreds of camping sites to pitch a tent, park an RV, or book a backcountry cabin.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Known for its colorful fall foliage, wilderness lakes, and scenic camping areas, Vermont is an outdoor lover's playground. From camping, hiking, fishing, and boating in summer to cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and downhill skiing in winter, the state has something for every kind of adventure traveler. Here you'll find over 50 state parks, a vast network of trails including portions of the Appalachian Trail, and 400,000 acres of protected lands in the Green Mountain National Forest. Choose from hundreds of camping sites to pitch a tent, park an RV, or book a backcountry cabin.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Little Sister's Campsite

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3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Newport, VT

As private as private gets but only 6 miles to Newport Vt. There is a creek and a one acre pond (20 feet deep). It is all mixed hard and softwoods. It has some magnificent old growth trees 100 foot tall. There is a good rd that my friend has used with his Lincoln. Most any vehicle (car or Pickup)can get to the site. It gets a little tricky if you are pulling a trailer. A small one is OK but a large one - not so much....... The rd goes 1/2 mile to the rear of the land. Moose, deer and other critters visit too. We live 1/2 mile away from where you enter the woodlot. Our house is on Brownington Pond (200+ acres) & campers can use this site for swimming, boating & fishing. For more info call 863220 5881 Excellent drinking water is available from the hose at our house. Fires are allowed and we supply the firewood at no extra charge.

2. Smugglers Notch RV Village

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44 sites · RVs · Cambridge, VT

At Smugglers Notch RV Village Vermont, we offer 60 full hookup sites nestled in the wilderness, providing all the comforts of home with water, sewer, and power connections. Start your day surrounded by the serene Green Mountains, sipping a warm cup of coffee at your own picnic table. When it’s time to unwind after a long day of adventure, retreat to your site and gather around the fire pit, creating cherished memories beneath the starlit sky. Immerse yourself in the true essence of the outdoors at Smugglers Notch RV Village Vermont. Come, make yourself at home at Smugglers Notch RV Village, where every amenity is designed with your peace and pleasure in mind.

3. Golden Maple Farm - Camping

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4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Belvidere Center, VT

Nestled in the Green Mountains, we are an operating maple syrup farm. Our property is located on a well-maintained dead-end road. It is a beautiful, tranquil place that offers or is near to several activities. Whether you are coming from far away or just want to get out of the hustle and bustle, our place is a GREAT place to unplug. Campsites are located with a view of our beautiful rustic barn, a legacy apple orchard, mountains, and plenty of trees surrounding the area. Sunsets are a beautiful time of day, sitting by your campfire enjoying the peacefulness! Enjoy your smores under a starry sky and listen carefully—you may hear one of our owls! Camping as a group? We may be able to accomodate you! Rent 2 or more sites. Great place to come with your friends or family. ATV/UTV Trails Access ATV/UTV trails from your campsite. There are miles of trails to ride! HIKING Take a hike through our woods or access the thousands of acres adjacent to our property. You will see waterfalls, streams, birds, tracks from the wildlife, and beautiful views. Plenty of places to dip into the cool water when you need to cool off! Walk or drive down to either of 2 covered bridges and see the craftmanship that enables them to continue to be used today! Access the Long Trail at multiple locations within a few miles. BIKING Bike the back roads of the area—wooded areas, windy or flat terrain, beautiful views, plenty of spots to rest beside a flowing stream. Or, access the Lamoille Valley Rail Trail (93+ miles of non-motorized riding/walking on a converted and maintained railway bed). FISHING/HUNTING In the mountains we have streams, brooks, and rivers. There are many hotspots for fishing—lots of brook trout! No matter the rod you use, there are many places to try your skills. A fishing/hunting license is needed. CANOE, KAYAK, TUBE Got your own? Bring it! The Lamoille River is a few miles away and a favorite for water lovers. Don't have one, there is a great rental place down the road where you can take one out for the day. Looking for another option to the river? The Belvidere Pond is down the road and offers a peaceful place to paddle around surrounded by the mountains. MAPLE SYRUP/SUGARBUSH Want to learn about the maple sugaring process? We are always happy to give you a tour of our sugarhouse and the woods, and explain how we turn the tree sap into yummy Maple Syrup. (We only boil January-early April.) We do have this year's crop bottled and available for sale! Buy one for morning pancakes, to add to your morning coffee, or to take home! WILDLIFE/BERRIES/MUSHROOMS/FIDDLEHEADS Depending on the time of the year, you can find wild raspberries, blackberries, mushrooms, and fiddleheads. (Please do not pick or eat something if you don't know if it is poisonous!) And, wildlife are around. Look for tracks in the soil, signs they have been there, or if you are really quiet (usually in the early morning or at dusk) you might see deer, geese, or wild turkeys! OTHER ACTIVITIES - Smugglers Notch is a quick drive (South) - Jay Peak is a quick drive (North) - Disc Golf, Ropes Course, Golf, and more. - Access local eateries like the Burger Barn - a local favorite, grap a yummy sandwich or pizza at the Cupboard. - Explore local breweries and distilleries - Forgot something? There are small groceries, a couple of hardware stores, gas stations, etc within a quick drive. Camp sites include flat area, fire ring. Electricity and water at 2 sites. 1 site has a poured concrete pad -- perfect for a camper/RV. The other sites (grassy) can accomodate a camper/RV or tents. Please be prepared to provide your own camping toilet and pack out your trash. If you bring your dog(s), please clean up after them and have "control" as the dirt road is fully in view of the sites. (ATVs (on the trail) and a few vehicles do use the road.) Firewood for firepits available for sale.

4. Between The Brooks Farm

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2 sites · Tents, RVs · Stockbridge, VT

Simple easy field and stream camping! Located on VASA trails and access to The Appalachian Trail. Beautiful views and wildlife. PortaPotty on site Power and water available We love it here and would love to share it with you! We are dog friendly! WiFi on site! General stores are 10 minutes away, and amazing food options 30 to 45 minutes away.

5. Prime, Quiet , Relaxing Spot

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1 site · Tent, RV · Newport, VT

We are providing a level stone pad 12'x40' with 30 amp power and water. We also have an above ground pool, fire pit, and 6' picnic table. Downtown Newport is 1.5 miles away to visit the gateway center, go on a cruise on the lake aboard Northern Star. Golf course and driving range is just .5 miles away. Take canoe or kayaks to Clyde pond for Bass fishing or just to enjoy nature. There is a dump station 1.5 miles away at treatment plant at Gardner park. This is a very easy drive through site with a lot to offer if visiting or just passing through..

Stories from the community

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Hanna

October 2025

25 ft Class C

2 nights at Smugglers Notch RV Village

Great campground with clean facilities. Fantastic communication and recommendations from Will the host 😊

Lisa

October 2025

18 ft campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to Smugglers Notch RV Village

Perfect location if you plan on visiting surrounding cities, like Stowe. Camp site was well taken care of. The owner is extremely knowledgeable about the area and gave several recommendations for activities and dining ahead of the visit for planning. All around really nice dude! Multiple showers/flushable toilets available. Dog friendly. Many guests but was very quiet, which was great. Bathroom could be a bit cleaner/welcoming...but it is camping and I'm always grateful just to have access to utilities. Over all, nice stay.

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Debbie

October 2025

15 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Between The Brooks Farm

The hosts were very friendly, helpful and accommodating. The site is in an open grassy field, very peaceful and beautiful!

Michael

October 2025

35 ft travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Prime, Quiet , Relaxing Spot

The site was thoughtfully appointed for campers. Easy access, drive through site. Level pad with electric and water supply. Hosts were good communicators and welcoming. Under two miles to Newport center.

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Casey

October 2025

18 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Smugglers Notch RV Village

Easy to find, plenty of space to get into my spot. Easy, solid hook ups and large, clean shower house. Would stay here again for sure!

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Steve

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Golden Maple Farm - Camping

Absolutely beautiful spot. We missed peak foliage by about a week, but it did not matter. Quiet, peaceful and secluded. We will be back next year.

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Kim

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Golden Maple Farm - Camping

This was a gorgeous spot! Very peaceful, lots of area to explore (forest trails, streams, covered bridges and various farms (including llama!) closeby, and more), and the host was so kind and welcoming. We hope to stay again!! Definitely recommend for a peaceful camping trip in a beautiful spot.

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Sahana

October 2025

30 ft Class C

With kids

Weekend Trip to Smugglers Notch RV Village

Wonderful campsite despite some disruptive neighbours. The location was great and our host was incredibly knowledgeable about the area and catered some recommendations towards our interest. Wish we spent more time here !

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Ashley

October 2025

22 ft campervan

With pets

3 nights at Smugglers Notch RV Village

This spot was 10/10! As a solo female traveling with just her dog I felt completely safe here. Everyone else staying was very kind and Will was fantastic! The bathrooms were clean and it was in the perfect location to be able to drive through smugglers notch multiple times to get to Stowe! I would definitely stay here again!

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Michelle

October 2025

30 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Golden Maple Farm - Camping

Golden Maple Farm was so quiet and peaceful! The views were magnificent. Host was very pleasant and had a lot of information about the area. Would definitely stay here again!

Cheryl

October 2025

21 ft Class B

With pets

1 night at Golden Maple Farm - Camping

It was a great secluded site with lovely views. Good communication and electric hookup. Loved the syrup and best firewood ever!

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Abbey

October 2025

25 ft campervan

1 night at Smugglers Notch RV Village

Will was super welcoming, accommodating, and responsive. He gave us some great local recommendations for around the area. His campground had beautiful views and was the perfect location to explore Smuggler’s Notch. Bathrooms and showers were very clean. The campground was well taken care of. Would stay here again!

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Jacqueline

October 2025

17 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Between The Brooks Farm

Wonderful hosts. Unfortunately, we only stayed one night and did not have a chance to explore. It is a great spot. There is a road that goes along the campsite that is surprisingly busy. Nothing crazy, but unexpected. We will be back when traveling in the area.

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Susan

October 2025

25 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Smugglers Notch RV Village

The owner of the campground was very kind and helpful. He really wanted to make sure we had a really good stay. The campground was easy to get in and out of and the sites were level with convenient hook ups. We would love to return here

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Ron

October 2025

31 ft Class C

3 nights at Golden Maple Farm - Camping

The hosts are beyond amazing. Spencer gave us the FULL tour of his maple syrup farm/property, and the quiet and private space here is unparralelled. We will most definitely be back!

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Charles

October 2025

10 ft travel trailer

With pets

4 nights at Smugglers Notch RV Village

Awesome camping experience! Host was very helpful with lots of tips on things to do and see in the area.

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James

September 2025

30 ft travel trailer

With pets

15 nights at Golden Maple Farm - Camping

We loved camping at Golden Maple Farm. It was beautiful, remote but convenient and the hosts were outstanding. One of our favorite places we’ve stayed.

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Craig

September 2025

16 ft travel trailer

4 nights at Golden Maple Farm - Camping

Coralee was friendly and welcoming. Attentive to bringing more firewood and sharing ideas of what to see. And the campsite was beautiful. Magnificent view of the mountain. The leaves were just beginning to change. Very peaceful. Will definitely come back.

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Jillian

September 2025

22 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Golden Maple Farm - Camping

Site was very large and very private. Enjoyed the unobstructed view of the beautiful night sky, and plenty of room for playing with yard games. Had a bit of a hard time leveling the RV. But it was worth it. Recommend bringing a extra step stool in case your stairs end up too far off the ground. Also note that you will get contact info in the last email from the system, and you are supposed to text on arrival. We missed the email so we didn't know.

Melanie

September 2025

36 ft Class A

8 nights at Golden Maple Farm - Camping

Coralee and Spencer’s descriptions and recommendations for the site were 100% accurate and useful. Site 2 is well thought out and accommodating for our 36’ Class A, and can easily handle a bigger Rig. Golden Maple Farm is an incredible piece of land that offers beautiful forests, open fields, starry skies, an abundance of wildlife, walking trails, water access and so much more. The location is also perfect with easy access to the North East Kingdom, Smugglers Notch, Stowe, Jay Peak, hiking, biking, covered bridges , etc. Thank you Coralee and Spencer for sharing your gorgeous land with us. We can’t wait to come back!!

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The best big rig friendly camping in Vermont guide

Where to go

Lake Champlain

Often referred to as the sixth Great Lake, Lake Champlain is a huge freshwater lake flanked by the Green Mountains and the Adriondacks. Nearly half of the lake is in Vermont, parts of it are also in New York and Quebec, and it's known for boating, sea kayaking, swimming, and an array of camping experiences. Campers will find a variety of options near Lake Champlain from RV sites with full hookups and dump stations, and glamping sites near Burlington and St. Alban, to state parks with tent sites right on the lakeshore of Grand Isle and Burton Island.

The Northeast Kingdom

The northeast corner of Vermont is the state's wildest and most remote region, filled with world-class mountain biking trails and challenging hiking trails. Several state parks dot the area, including some with the northeast's most charming campgrounds: Brighton State Park, where you'll find lakeside camping and waterfront cabins, and Maidstone State Park, a favorite among fishermen.

Green Mountain National Forest

Featuring rolling hills of dense forest and some of the best fall foliage shows in the northeast, Green Mountain National Forest is one of Vermont's top outdoor destinations. Hundreds of miles of trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and cross-country skiing weave through the Green Mountains along with nearly a dozen national forest campgrounds and day-use areas.

When to go

Summer is the best time for camping, hiking, kayaking, and paddling in Vermont. Most Vermont state parks are open from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, although some parks are open through the second Monday in October and others open earlier and stay open later. Fall is especially lovely, when the leaves turn vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow—catch the show in late September in the northern part of the state or mid-October in the south. Ski season typically runs from December through March.

Know before you go

Vermont State Park reservations can be made up to 11 months in advance. Reservations can be made online, by calling the state park's reservations center, or by calling the park directly (during open season).
Many Vermont State Parks have "lean-to" campsites featuring a 3-sided structure that can shelter campers from wind and help keep gear dry. Some campers set up tents inside the lean-to, and others just use it for cooking and staying dry.
Some Green Mountain National Forest and Groton State Forest campgrounds can be reserved ahead of time online. Plenty of first-come, first-served campsites are also available.