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Harold's View Farm
1. Harold's View Farm
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(632)
Westford, VT · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Former Dairy Farm but, the milking and hay barns burned many years Past.
Harold's View Farm now camping. There are 4 entrances to the 80 acres of hay fields, now camping sites. Three entrances are for two sites each, the house entrance is for any questions. Please stop in if you have questions.
The fields have been maintained to some degree until 2019 when Lee came up with the idea of primitive camping. The land turns out to be ideal because each site makes you feel like the only campers there.
New this year you will find a picnic table for 6 and a 3 Ft. dia. fire pit with adjustable grill that flips out for open fire @ each site.
Another new item is open to the sky "Hot Shower"
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Timbertrail Farm
2. Timbertrail Farm
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Shaftsbury, VT · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Come see Lake Shaftsbury State Park! This 200 year old farm is at the top of a dead end road on 150 acres. It sits in a region of Bennington County formerly called Healing Springs Vermont. The springs that flow off of West Mountain come down through the farm and across Route 7 where they feed the picturesque state park!
Best drinking water, anywhere to the left of the chimney at the white house.
Arrive at our 150 acre property at the top of this dead-end road.. (Please stay left all the way up to the top...the road becomes our driveway).. Step out onto this 200-year-old farm at your own private site all of which are several acres each minimum.. Walk to streams ponds and Lake Shaftsbury State Park.
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Grateful Acres Vermont
3. Grateful Acres Vermont
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West Dover, VT · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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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. Just a family with some land in Vermont that we would like to share.
PLEASE OBSERVE THE POSTED SPEED LIMIT
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Green Mountain National Forest
4. Green Mountain National Forest
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(31)
National forest in Vermont · 123 sites
A peaceful woodland in the heart of New England filled with outdoor fun.
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Elmore State Park
5. Elmore State Park
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(7)
State park in Vermont · 45 sites
Elmore State Park is a haven for nature lovers and adventure seekers.
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Ascutney Basin Camping
6. Ascutney Basin Camping
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Reading, VT · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Come camp on 85 beautiful acres of land in Weathersfield, Vermont—just 20 minutes to Okemo, 35 minutes to Killington, and 20 minutes to GMHA.
The sites are located near the hiking trail for Little Ascutney, with mountain biking and skiing close by. Local ponds and lakes, just 8 minutes away, are perfect for kayaking and fishing. Hike the trails, and reconnect with yourself, your loved ones, and nature.
Enjoy a trip to Woodstock, Vermont (20 minutes away), where you can visit Billings Farm & Museum and Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park. For a rainy-day adventure with kids, the Montshire Museum is only 30 minutes north near Hanover, NH and Dartmouth College.
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Site 1: The Garden Field (Off-Grid)
• Located on the edge of a beautiful field with mountain views and stunning sunsets
• Water available at the guest house
• Suitable for any size rig, from tent to motorhome
Site 2: Near the Guest House
• Features 110V electrical hookup and water
• Multiple setup options depending on your rig
• Suitable for any size rig or tent
Both sites include a picnic table and a fire ring. Firewood from our sawmill is available on-site for a small fee. Each site can also accommodate multiple rigs or tents if you’re camping with a group.
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Sunrise Farm
7. Sunrise Farm
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East Dover, VT · 9 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Voted in the Top 3 in Vermont State by Hip Camp reviews since 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 ($12.50) - 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 Outhouses 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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Vermont Ranch & Riverside Retreat
8. Vermont Ranch & Riverside Retreat
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Moretown, VT · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
⛰ 🌲 Drive right to your secluded site and wake to the sound of nature and water in this private retreat, situateon the confluence of 2 rivers. Eventually, once part of a much larger working merino sheep farm owned by the Cobb family in the 1700s-1800’s, part of the land transitioned to a dairy cow farm operation, c.1940. Today, we steward 10 acres specially designed with horses in mind. Adjacent to a 40-acre cornfield on one side and Mt. Cobb on the other, with sweeping views our place overlooks the confluence of the Mad and Winooski Rivers. From here, you can mountain bike or hoof it to access miles of trails and bucolic scenery. Come visit this gateway to the Scenic Mad River Valley!
🌲🏊🐟The Swimming/Fishing/Tenting site ("site 1") is perched directly aside the Mad River and the Sweet Meadow Side site ("site 2") is just a 2-minute walk across the grassy meadow and down the secluded riverside path to our beloved Mad River beach. This is a semi-secluded beach, river's edge, and swimming holes. Swim, tube, fish and relax up or down the river and in the confluence of the Winooski and Mad Rivers..
👢👓 Get curious about the history of this place by checking out the old abandoned Massey Furgeson hay baler tucked in the woods, the Cobb family cemetery, and more gems from many years gone by. Leave from either site on foot to access a sweet trail that travels along the river, over a private bridge, down a beautiful dirt road and into the forest.
🚴 Our property is located on the CROSS VERMONT TRAIL: "a multi-use path connecting communities, and the natural areas in between - across Vermont!" Check out their website (Cross Vermont Trail Association) for maps, guides, events and outings! Many adventurists also enjoy nearby, mountainous and beloved trails: Camel's Hump, The Long Trail, Mt. Mansfield, Stowe Pinnacle, Smuggler's Notch and more. There are a plethora of shorter, scenic and gentle hikes in our region, "the crossroads and recreation center of Vermont"! We are located just 2 miles from Interstate 89 and we reside on Vermont State Route 100B, allowing ease of access to points North, South, East and West
Explore our on-site activity offerings:
🐴 Introduction Session: Get acquainted with our horses, tour the barn, and learn about equine-guided education and grooming. $45 for 1 hour for 1-6 people.
🐴 Horsemanship and Riding Lessons: Learn non-forceful bareback and bit-less leading and mounted techniques step by step. $100/hour or $150/1.5 hours for 1-2 people.
🐴 Family Team Building-Bonding (Most Popular): Enjoy an adventurous, fun, and challenging experience together as a family with exercises and activities facilitated by Lucinda. Non-mounted equine guided education at its best! $250 for 2.5 hours.
These rates are discounted for our onsite Hipcampers 🙏🏼 Visit our website for more details: Horses and Pathfinders dot com. We'd love to hear from you!
You are welcome to review all the varied, detailed and descriptive reviews and photos from other guests' experiences. This is a working ranch and sometimes equipment is running, but never for more than an hour at a time. Horses are on site and they have full access to this property. If you have an untrained, young or problematic dog, please consider a long lead line and read the dog rules and limits carefully. This is not a deep-woods, wilderness site. Please review the map and note our proximity to the interstate and the route where we reside.
❤️ Many guests, families and couples return here year after year as their destination vacation and getaway. We welcome you to experience what they enjoy so much -- right on site and in this special region, the heart of Vermont. ❤️
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Green Mountain Glamping
9. Green Mountain Glamping
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West Burke, VT · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Experience all that the northeast kingdom of Vermont has to offer while staying at Green Mountain Glamping. Ride the Kingdom Trails right from the property! Nestled among the trees, our bell tent sites feature comfortable beds, pillows, linens, towels, a picnic table, smokeless fire pit, large ADA portapotty and more! We also have two sites for those that want to bring their own tent, adventure rig, camper or RV. All sites are accessible with 2WD and are privately situated on our 14 acre property. We also have a bike wash station and outdoor shower.
These are private sites on our property. You'll drive past our home, garage, and garden to get to each site and you'll be able to see our buildings from the sites. We have a very large English Mastiff and some hens. Both are contained in our fenced in yard. Eggs can be purchased upon request. We also have a some dirt jumps if you need to get warmed up before your ride, and a simple bike wash station ready to go when you get back.
Lots of wildlife inhabit our area of Vermont. During your stay you're likely to see whitetail deer, squirrels and chippies, rabbits, and hawks. There's a chance you may see a fox, black bear, moose or even a bobcat! We ask that food is secured in your vehicle and not brought into the bell tents, for your own safety. We do have a basket of safety equipment in each tent. The basket contains bug spray, bear horn, simple first-aid kit, fire extinguisher, and a flash light.
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Coolidge State Park
10. Coolidge State Park
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State park in Vermont · 26 sites
Discover Coolidge State Park's natural beauty and outdoor adventures.
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Gifford Woods State Park
11. Gifford Woods State Park
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(4)
State park in Vermont · 26 sites
Gifford Woods State Park: A Haven for Nature Lovers and Campers Alike.
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Jamaica State Park
12. Jamaica State Park
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(4)
State park in Vermont · 43 sites
Discover the natural allure of Jamaica State Park.
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Kettle Pond State Park
13. Kettle Pond State Park
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(4)
State park in Vermont · 26 sites
Discover Kettle Pond State Park's serene beauty and outdoor adventures.
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Willoughby Farm Animal Rescue
14. Willoughby Farm Animal Rescue
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Fairlee, VT · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
We are a 107-acre forest and farm animal rescue in Vermont. Sleep with the sheep, alpacas, donkeys, and potbellied pigs when you pitch your tent or park your camper on our farm.
2026 CAMP FOR FREE WEEKENDS: MAY 8 to 10 and SEPTEMBER 18 to 20. Come for the weekend, volunteer, and make a real difference in the lives of the rescues. To participate: (1) message us with your email, or (2) sign up on the event page on our Facebook profile.
ALL SITES HAVE A 2-NIGHT MINIMUM ON WEEKENDS.
OVERVIEW OF OUR SITES:
Reserve the Group Site and stay in the middle of the action, no group required. Co-located sites share a community fire ring, making it easy to meet new friends.
No tent or RV? Spend the night in The Greenhouse, a real working greenhouse that doubles as a unique glamping experience.
Want more privacy? Choose one of our two Tent Deck sites, Buddha North or Grandmother Pine, each with a picnic table, private fire ring, and commercial-grade park grill. Tucked into the forest near the animals, they feel remote while still being less than a 5-minute walk from your car.
Looking for something more spectacular? Hike a half-mile to the Big Sky Tent Deck and enjoy an incredible vista.
Check-in time: 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Please arrive within this window. EXTENSIONS ARE AVAILABLE FOR $15 IN ADVANCE OR $30 ON ARRIVAL.
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NEED GEAR?
We rent tents, propane stoves, water containers, cast iron grill baskets and griddles, an Anker Portable Power Station, and a kerosene heater.
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NEED SUPPLIES?
We have charcoal and propane. We also have Mimikai Tick Repellent Spray, scientifically proven to be as effective as DEET, yet non-toxic and DEET-free!
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MORE ABOUT US:
We are a small 501c3 nonprofit. When you stay, rent equipment, or take a tour, 100% of what you pay goes directly to the care and feeding of our rescue animals. Thank you for supporting neglected, abused, and abandoned farm animals.
Want a closer look? Sign up for a Farm Tour and enjoy a behind-the-scenes experience. You can even learn Tai Chi during your stay.
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The TrailHouse
15. The TrailHouse
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Poultney, VT · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Historic, quintessential VT farmstead on 38 private acres at the end of a quiet dirt road. The Slate Valley Trails pass through our property - providing direct access to 50+miles of world-class mountain biking and hiking trails. We are located mid-point in the network at a perfect jumping off point for adventure. There are also miles and miles of quiet dirt roads and abandoned forest tracks in the area, offering near endless opportunities for gravel cycling adventures.
The property features perennial gardens, a pond, open meadows, forestland, and picturesque southerly views from the top of the north meadow.
The tent, van and glamping sites are thoughtfully located in protected nooks in the forestland and along the forest's edge.
We have hot outdoor showers (3) and a handmade wooden building that houses our portable toilets. There is also a communal fire pit.
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Maple Ridge Farm
16. Maple Ridge Farm
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Guilford, VT · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Thank you for a great 2025 season, as our 6th season closes, we still maintain a few sites for late Fall/early Winter (tent & van/camper sites)! Enjoy the Vermont Countryside year round.
Our farm is nestled along a country road between several other farms, mostly horses and a special needs/therapy farm, we are hobby farmers/homesteaders. We have three sites open anytime, during camping season (depending on weather), either all three tent camping sites or a mix of one or two for camper vans & small trailers (into late Fall/early Winter). If there is any question please ask, we can modify the schedule but are only able to accommodate three sites at any given time. Thanks and PLEASE email if you have any questions!
The Guilford Fairgrounds is less than 1/4 mile away and has many hiking and biking trails.
The land was originally part of a colonial Glebe Trust with the Church of England and divided up, the original 100+ year farmhouse and barn can be seen from many of the campsites.
Guilford, Vermont is located in the southeast of Windham County, resting along the Massachusetts border to the south and New Hampshire not far to the east. A community with a long and interesting history, Guilford was actually Vermont’s largest town as long ago as 1790. Now, with a population of about 2,100, its by no means considered a large community yet with its beautiful old covered bridges, churches, and one-room schoolhouse, Guilford maintains an unmistakable sense of history while at the same time having a reputation as one of the truly unique small communities in southern Vermont.
Guilford has some of the most quintessential small town landmarks in all of Vermont. Sites like the Christ Church, Broad Brook House, and Guilford Center Meeting House were all built in the early 19th Century and are now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These buildings are found in what is considered the historic Center; shop for great local products at the Guilford Country Store, visit the charming Free Library, or even see some of the exhibits at the Historical Society Museum to learn more about the area and its history.
Beyond the town center, venturing through the rest of Guilford will enable you to see the beautiful Vermont landscape.
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Kindness!
17. Kindness!
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Guilford, VT · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Stone Walls & Starlight • 1785 Vermont Homestead
Tucked away on 178 peaceful acres, our historic 1785 Vermont homestead offers a true back-to-the-land experience—just 15 minutes from downtown Brattleboro.
Wander old logging roads and wooded trails perfect for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and quiet forest bathing. Cool off in the clear swimming holes along Broad Brook, listen to birdsong, and keep an eye out for deer, owls, and other wildlife. Ancient stone walls wind through the property, telling stories of the land’s long history.
Bring your horses—there’s plenty of room to roam and miles of trails to explore together. At night, settle in under some of the darkest skies around, where the stars truly put on a show. We have three Nubian goats, No No Nannett, Mario, and Luigi, an English Springer Spaniel named Oliver, and A French Guinea hen named Hercules.
Feeling a little adventurous? Try your hand at gold panning in Broad Brook—campers are welcome to borrow equipment and give it a go.
This is a place to slow down, breathe deep, and enjoy the simple beauty of Vermont.
🌿 Amenities & Features
🏕️ Private, peaceful campsites
🌲 178 acres of forest, fields, and old stone walls
🚶♀️ Miles of on-site trails (hiking, biking, horseback riding)
🐎 Horse-friendly property (bring your own horse)
💧 Swimming holes in Broad Brook
🌌 Exceptional dark-sky stargazing
🐦 Birdwatching & abundant wildlife
🍃 Ideal for forest bathing & quiet retreats
🪨 Historic 1785 homestead setting
⛏️ Gold panning in Broad Brook (equipment available)
🚗 Just 15 minutes to downtown Brattleboro
🐕 Pet-friendly
🔥 Campfire-friendly
**Firewood Information:**Vermont prohibits out-of-state firewood to protect against invasive tree pests. You may bring certified heat-treated firewood (71°C/160°F for 75 minutes) labeled with the producer’s name and address, or purchase it locally at stores.
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Art and Health Chill Camping
18. Art and Health Chill Camping
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Cabot, VT · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Yeah! Summer is here and Fall is around the corner!
Making plans for the family, a group of friends, or a romantic getaway, perhaps a bike tour or trip across New England? Art and Health Chill Camping will exceed your expectations. A hot sauna to a pottery class, sacred geometry gardens with pathways through the pollinator gardens all lead to diverse camp sites for tents hammocks, vans and even a school bus or small rv. The Hive Design.us cabins, rustic cabin, or bedroom also offer queen beds.
Common space includes wifi, a kitchen with frig access, full bath, and living room and with deck. The Milky Way, fireflies, and beauty surround you as well as the lack of noise and light pollution. Be prepared to be "experience how extraordinary the ordinary is!"
Organic Certified veggies, herbs, medicinal s, and edible flowers are available, throughout the season. I have approximately 70 varieties foraged and planted. I am developing a garden of dyeing flowers, as well.
Art classes and materials are available, for pottery [ beginner to advanced.] as well as sketching, fabric dyeing, plen air, or making mandalas. I do have leather tools, sewing machines, and stained glass. Bring your project or try a new one.
Lots of space in the common barn area for group lesson, or set up a spot and enjoy all by yourself!
Cabot has lots to offer for day trips, be it water sports, rail trail on bikes or walking, music, and cultural events, or purchasing fresh milk, beef, eggs, apples,
cheese, or homemade breads, all from Cabot. Contra Dance, music from Cabot Arts, or at the Den our local pub, are 2 miles away. The Bread and Puppet, Highland Center for the Arts, Barre Oprah house, art galleries, etc within an hour
drive in any direction.
A great place for children, I have swings and trees to climb, games, archaeological digs, scavenger hunts finding 10 different antique farm implements, and learning how they were used, to learning about mini microbe's and how to be friends with pollinators.
Massage including scar release, and MPS, Cranial Release, energy work with tuning forks and singing bowls are available. Singing bowl concert in the gardens can also happen! Expect the unexpected! See you soon!
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Cloud 9 campsite Fairlee VT
19. Cloud 9 campsite Fairlee VT
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Fairlee, VT · 1 site · Tent, RV
We live in the beautiful wooded area in fairlee vt with beautiful views of the ascutney mountains .
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You will be camping at our cloud 9 campsite which private and peaceful! The site is located behind many large pine trees in the upper part of the field across from our house which is hidden and cannot be viewed from the campsite. You can connect with wifi at the wifi sign near the beginning of the campsite road. We have a few hiking trails on Blood brook road one of which you can walk to from our home and it’s only a very short distance away. We are located 3 miles from Lake Fairlee Public beach also known as Treasure Island so bring your swimsuit! We are also within 5 minutes of the Lake Fairlee boat launch so feel free to bring your canoe or kayak and enjoy a paddle around our beautiful lake. We enjoy hosting both families and large groups looking for a place to unwind.
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Peaceful Country Haven
20. Peaceful Country Haven
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New Haven, VT · 1 site · Tent, RV
This camp site is accessed from our driveway. We have 72 acres you are welcome to explore. If you want more privacy and have a tent, feel free to find a place in the woods. This is our home and our family visits often so please expect some cars passing by the site. We are happy to share this beautiful space and hope you enjoy it as much as we do.
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Park your RV or pitch your tent and take some time to relax. Take a walk through the woods, take your kayak out on Otter Creek starting at the base of our driveway or relax with a campfire. Visit the horses or ring the humongous bell, and check out the wildlife. Do you have a dog? Enjoy the freedom of letting it run and play in the small ponds in the woods. You are most likely to hear the train whistle a time or two. Wake up to beautiful sunrise to start your day off right!
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97% (7.9K) • 2,874 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds in Vermont
Harold's View Farm
1. Harold's View Farm
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Westford, VT · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Former Dairy Farm but, the milking and hay barns burned many years Past.
Harold's View Farm now camping. There are 4 entrances to the 80 acres of hay fields, now camping sites. Three entrances are for two sites each, the house entrance is for any questions. Please stop in if you have questions.
The fields have been maintained to some degree until 2019 when Lee came up with the idea of primitive camping. The land turns out to be ideal because each site makes you feel like the only campers there.
New this year you will find a picnic table for 6 and a 3 Ft. dia. fire pit with adjustable grill that flips out for open fire @ each site.
Another new item is open to the sky "Hot Shower"
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Timbertrail Farm
2. Timbertrail Farm
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Shaftsbury, VT · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Come see Lake Shaftsbury State Park! This 200 year old farm is at the top of a dead end road on 150 acres. It sits in a region of Bennington County formerly called Healing Springs Vermont. The springs that flow off of West Mountain come down through the farm and across Route 7 where they feed the picturesque state park!
Best drinking water, anywhere to the left of the chimney at the white house.
Arrive at our 150 acre property at the top of this dead-end road.. (Please stay left all the way up to the top...the road becomes our driveway).. Step out onto this 200-year-old farm at your own private site all of which are several acres each minimum.. Walk to streams ponds and Lake Shaftsbury State Park.
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Grateful Acres Vermont
3. Grateful Acres Vermont
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West Dover, VT · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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. Just a family with some land in Vermont that we would like to share.
PLEASE OBSERVE THE POSTED SPEED LIMIT
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Green Mountain National Forest
4. Green Mountain National Forest
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(31)
National forest in Vermont · 123 sites
A peaceful woodland in the heart of New England filled with outdoor fun.
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Elmore State Park
5. Elmore State Park
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State park in Vermont · 45 sites
Elmore State Park is a haven for nature lovers and adventure seekers.
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Ascutney Basin Camping
6. Ascutney Basin Camping
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Reading, VT · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Come camp on 85 beautiful acres of land in Weathersfield, Vermont—just 20 minutes to Okemo, 35 minutes to Killington, and 20 minutes to GMHA.
The sites are located near the hiking trail for Little Ascutney, with mountain biking and skiing close by. Local ponds and lakes, just 8 minutes away, are perfect for kayaking and fishing. Hike the trails, and reconnect with yourself, your loved ones, and nature.
Enjoy a trip to Woodstock, Vermont (20 minutes away), where you can visit Billings Farm & Museum and Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park. For a rainy-day adventure with kids, the Montshire Museum is only 30 minutes north near Hanover, NH and Dartmouth College.
Campsites
Site 1: The Garden Field (Off-Grid)
• Located on the edge of a beautiful field with mountain views and stunning sunsets
• Water available at the guest house
• Suitable for any size rig, from tent to motorhome
Site 2: Near the Guest House
• Features 110V electrical hookup and water
• Multiple setup options depending on your rig
• Suitable for any size rig or tent
Both sites include a picnic table and a fire ring. Firewood from our sawmill is available on-site for a small fee. Each site can also accommodate multiple rigs or tents if you’re camping with a group.
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Sunrise Farm
7. Sunrise Farm
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East Dover, VT · 9 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Voted in the Top 3 in Vermont State by Hip Camp reviews since 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 ($12.50) - 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 Outhouses 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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Vermont Ranch & Riverside Retreat
8. Vermont Ranch & Riverside Retreat
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Moretown, VT · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
⛰ 🌲 Drive right to your secluded site and wake to the sound of nature and water in this private retreat, situateon the confluence of 2 rivers. Eventually, once part of a much larger working merino sheep farm owned by the Cobb family in the 1700s-1800’s, part of the land transitioned to a dairy cow farm operation, c.1940. Today, we steward 10 acres specially designed with horses in mind. Adjacent to a 40-acre cornfield on one side and Mt. Cobb on the other, with sweeping views our place overlooks the confluence of the Mad and Winooski Rivers. From here, you can mountain bike or hoof it to access miles of trails and bucolic scenery. Come visit this gateway to the Scenic Mad River Valley!
🌲🏊🐟The Swimming/Fishing/Tenting site ("site 1") is perched directly aside the Mad River and the Sweet Meadow Side site ("site 2") is just a 2-minute walk across the grassy meadow and down the secluded riverside path to our beloved Mad River beach. This is a semi-secluded beach, river's edge, and swimming holes. Swim, tube, fish and relax up or down the river and in the confluence of the Winooski and Mad Rivers..
👢👓 Get curious about the history of this place by checking out the old abandoned Massey Furgeson hay baler tucked in the woods, the Cobb family cemetery, and more gems from many years gone by. Leave from either site on foot to access a sweet trail that travels along the river, over a private bridge, down a beautiful dirt road and into the forest.
🚴 Our property is located on the CROSS VERMONT TRAIL: "a multi-use path connecting communities, and the natural areas in between - across Vermont!" Check out their website (Cross Vermont Trail Association) for maps, guides, events and outings! Many adventurists also enjoy nearby, mountainous and beloved trails: Camel's Hump, The Long Trail, Mt. Mansfield, Stowe Pinnacle, Smuggler's Notch and more. There are a plethora of shorter, scenic and gentle hikes in our region, "the crossroads and recreation center of Vermont"! We are located just 2 miles from Interstate 89 and we reside on Vermont State Route 100B, allowing ease of access to points North, South, East and West
Explore our on-site activity offerings:
🐴 Introduction Session: Get acquainted with our horses, tour the barn, and learn about equine-guided education and grooming. $45 for 1 hour for 1-6 people.
🐴 Horsemanship and Riding Lessons: Learn non-forceful bareback and bit-less leading and mounted techniques step by step. $100/hour or $150/1.5 hours for 1-2 people.
🐴 Family Team Building-Bonding (Most Popular): Enjoy an adventurous, fun, and challenging experience together as a family with exercises and activities facilitated by Lucinda. Non-mounted equine guided education at its best! $250 for 2.5 hours.
These rates are discounted for our onsite Hipcampers 🙏🏼 Visit our website for more details: Horses and Pathfinders dot com. We'd love to hear from you!
You are welcome to review all the varied, detailed and descriptive reviews and photos from other guests' experiences. This is a working ranch and sometimes equipment is running, but never for more than an hour at a time. Horses are on site and they have full access to this property. If you have an untrained, young or problematic dog, please consider a long lead line and read the dog rules and limits carefully. This is not a deep-woods, wilderness site. Please review the map and note our proximity to the interstate and the route where we reside.
❤️ Many guests, families and couples return here year after year as their destination vacation and getaway. We welcome you to experience what they enjoy so much -- right on site and in this special region, the heart of Vermont. ❤️
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Green Mountain Glamping
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West Burke, VT · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Experience all that the northeast kingdom of Vermont has to offer while staying at Green Mountain Glamping. Ride the Kingdom Trails right from the property! Nestled among the trees, our bell tent sites feature comfortable beds, pillows, linens, towels, a picnic table, smokeless fire pit, large ADA portapotty and more! We also have two sites for those that want to bring their own tent, adventure rig, camper or RV. All sites are accessible with 2WD and are privately situated on our 14 acre property. We also have a bike wash station and outdoor shower.
These are private sites on our property. You'll drive past our home, garage, and garden to get to each site and you'll be able to see our buildings from the sites. We have a very large English Mastiff and some hens. Both are contained in our fenced in yard. Eggs can be purchased upon request. We also have a some dirt jumps if you need to get warmed up before your ride, and a simple bike wash station ready to go when you get back.
Lots of wildlife inhabit our area of Vermont. During your stay you're likely to see whitetail deer, squirrels and chippies, rabbits, and hawks. There's a chance you may see a fox, black bear, moose or even a bobcat! We ask that food is secured in your vehicle and not brought into the bell tents, for your own safety. We do have a basket of safety equipment in each tent. The basket contains bug spray, bear horn, simple first-aid kit, fire extinguisher, and a flash light.
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Coolidge State Park
10. Coolidge State Park
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State park in Vermont · 26 sites
Discover Coolidge State Park's natural beauty and outdoor adventures.
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Gifford Woods State Park
11. Gifford Woods State Park
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State park in Vermont · 26 sites
Gifford Woods State Park: A Haven for Nature Lovers and Campers Alike.
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Jamaica State Park
12. Jamaica State Park
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State park in Vermont · 43 sites
Discover the natural allure of Jamaica State Park.
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Kettle Pond State Park
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State park in Vermont · 26 sites
Discover Kettle Pond State Park's serene beauty and outdoor adventures.
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Willoughby Farm Animal Rescue
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Fairlee, VT · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
We are a 107-acre forest and farm animal rescue in Vermont. Sleep with the sheep, alpacas, donkeys, and potbellied pigs when you pitch your tent or park your camper on our farm.
2026 CAMP FOR FREE WEEKENDS: MAY 8 to 10 and SEPTEMBER 18 to 20. Come for the weekend, volunteer, and make a real difference in the lives of the rescues. To participate: (1) message us with your email, or (2) sign up on the event page on our Facebook profile.
ALL SITES HAVE A 2-NIGHT MINIMUM ON WEEKENDS.
OVERVIEW OF OUR SITES:
Reserve the Group Site and stay in the middle of the action, no group required. Co-located sites share a community fire ring, making it easy to meet new friends.
No tent or RV? Spend the night in The Greenhouse, a real working greenhouse that doubles as a unique glamping experience.
Want more privacy? Choose one of our two Tent Deck sites, Buddha North or Grandmother Pine, each with a picnic table, private fire ring, and commercial-grade park grill. Tucked into the forest near the animals, they feel remote while still being less than a 5-minute walk from your car.
Looking for something more spectacular? Hike a half-mile to the Big Sky Tent Deck and enjoy an incredible vista.
Check-in time: 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Please arrive within this window. EXTENSIONS ARE AVAILABLE FOR $15 IN ADVANCE OR $30 ON ARRIVAL.
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NEED GEAR?
We rent tents, propane stoves, water containers, cast iron grill baskets and griddles, an Anker Portable Power Station, and a kerosene heater.
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NEED SUPPLIES?
We have charcoal and propane. We also have Mimikai Tick Repellent Spray, scientifically proven to be as effective as DEET, yet non-toxic and DEET-free!
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MORE ABOUT US:
We are a small 501c3 nonprofit. When you stay, rent equipment, or take a tour, 100% of what you pay goes directly to the care and feeding of our rescue animals. Thank you for supporting neglected, abused, and abandoned farm animals.
Want a closer look? Sign up for a Farm Tour and enjoy a behind-the-scenes experience. You can even learn Tai Chi during your stay.
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The TrailHouse
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Poultney, VT · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Historic, quintessential VT farmstead on 38 private acres at the end of a quiet dirt road. The Slate Valley Trails pass through our property - providing direct access to 50+miles of world-class mountain biking and hiking trails. We are located mid-point in the network at a perfect jumping off point for adventure. There are also miles and miles of quiet dirt roads and abandoned forest tracks in the area, offering near endless opportunities for gravel cycling adventures.
The property features perennial gardens, a pond, open meadows, forestland, and picturesque southerly views from the top of the north meadow.
The tent, van and glamping sites are thoughtfully located in protected nooks in the forestland and along the forest's edge.
We have hot outdoor showers (3) and a handmade wooden building that houses our portable toilets. There is also a communal fire pit.
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Maple Ridge Farm
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Guilford, VT · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Thank you for a great 2025 season, as our 6th season closes, we still maintain a few sites for late Fall/early Winter (tent & van/camper sites)! Enjoy the Vermont Countryside year round.
Our farm is nestled along a country road between several other farms, mostly horses and a special needs/therapy farm, we are hobby farmers/homesteaders. We have three sites open anytime, during camping season (depending on weather), either all three tent camping sites or a mix of one or two for camper vans & small trailers (into late Fall/early Winter). If there is any question please ask, we can modify the schedule but are only able to accommodate three sites at any given time. Thanks and PLEASE email if you have any questions!
The Guilford Fairgrounds is less than 1/4 mile away and has many hiking and biking trails.
The land was originally part of a colonial Glebe Trust with the Church of England and divided up, the original 100+ year farmhouse and barn can be seen from many of the campsites.
Guilford, Vermont is located in the southeast of Windham County, resting along the Massachusetts border to the south and New Hampshire not far to the east. A community with a long and interesting history, Guilford was actually Vermont’s largest town as long ago as 1790. Now, with a population of about 2,100, its by no means considered a large community yet with its beautiful old covered bridges, churches, and one-room schoolhouse, Guilford maintains an unmistakable sense of history while at the same time having a reputation as one of the truly unique small communities in southern Vermont.
Guilford has some of the most quintessential small town landmarks in all of Vermont. Sites like the Christ Church, Broad Brook House, and Guilford Center Meeting House were all built in the early 19th Century and are now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These buildings are found in what is considered the historic Center; shop for great local products at the Guilford Country Store, visit the charming Free Library, or even see some of the exhibits at the Historical Society Museum to learn more about the area and its history.
Beyond the town center, venturing through the rest of Guilford will enable you to see the beautiful Vermont landscape.
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Kindness!
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Guilford, VT · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Stone Walls & Starlight • 1785 Vermont Homestead
Tucked away on 178 peaceful acres, our historic 1785 Vermont homestead offers a true back-to-the-land experience—just 15 minutes from downtown Brattleboro.
Wander old logging roads and wooded trails perfect for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and quiet forest bathing. Cool off in the clear swimming holes along Broad Brook, listen to birdsong, and keep an eye out for deer, owls, and other wildlife. Ancient stone walls wind through the property, telling stories of the land’s long history.
Bring your horses—there’s plenty of room to roam and miles of trails to explore together. At night, settle in under some of the darkest skies around, where the stars truly put on a show. We have three Nubian goats, No No Nannett, Mario, and Luigi, an English Springer Spaniel named Oliver, and A French Guinea hen named Hercules.
Feeling a little adventurous? Try your hand at gold panning in Broad Brook—campers are welcome to borrow equipment and give it a go.
This is a place to slow down, breathe deep, and enjoy the simple beauty of Vermont.
🌿 Amenities & Features
🏕️ Private, peaceful campsites
🌲 178 acres of forest, fields, and old stone walls
🚶♀️ Miles of on-site trails (hiking, biking, horseback riding)
🐎 Horse-friendly property (bring your own horse)
💧 Swimming holes in Broad Brook
🌌 Exceptional dark-sky stargazing
🐦 Birdwatching & abundant wildlife
🍃 Ideal for forest bathing & quiet retreats
🪨 Historic 1785 homestead setting
⛏️ Gold panning in Broad Brook (equipment available)
🚗 Just 15 minutes to downtown Brattleboro
🐕 Pet-friendly
🔥 Campfire-friendly
**Firewood Information:**Vermont prohibits out-of-state firewood to protect against invasive tree pests. You may bring certified heat-treated firewood (71°C/160°F for 75 minutes) labeled with the producer’s name and address, or purchase it locally at stores.
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Art and Health Chill Camping
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Cabot, VT · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Yeah! Summer is here and Fall is around the corner!
Making plans for the family, a group of friends, or a romantic getaway, perhaps a bike tour or trip across New England? Art and Health Chill Camping will exceed your expectations. A hot sauna to a pottery class, sacred geometry gardens with pathways through the pollinator gardens all lead to diverse camp sites for tents hammocks, vans and even a school bus or small rv. The Hive Design.us cabins, rustic cabin, or bedroom also offer queen beds.
Common space includes wifi, a kitchen with frig access, full bath, and living room and with deck. The Milky Way, fireflies, and beauty surround you as well as the lack of noise and light pollution. Be prepared to be "experience how extraordinary the ordinary is!"
Organic Certified veggies, herbs, medicinal s, and edible flowers are available, throughout the season. I have approximately 70 varieties foraged and planted. I am developing a garden of dyeing flowers, as well.
Art classes and materials are available, for pottery [ beginner to advanced.] as well as sketching, fabric dyeing, plen air, or making mandalas. I do have leather tools, sewing machines, and stained glass. Bring your project or try a new one.
Lots of space in the common barn area for group lesson, or set up a spot and enjoy all by yourself!
Cabot has lots to offer for day trips, be it water sports, rail trail on bikes or walking, music, and cultural events, or purchasing fresh milk, beef, eggs, apples,
cheese, or homemade breads, all from Cabot. Contra Dance, music from Cabot Arts, or at the Den our local pub, are 2 miles away. The Bread and Puppet, Highland Center for the Arts, Barre Oprah house, art galleries, etc within an hour
drive in any direction.
A great place for children, I have swings and trees to climb, games, archaeological digs, scavenger hunts finding 10 different antique farm implements, and learning how they were used, to learning about mini microbe's and how to be friends with pollinators.
Massage including scar release, and MPS, Cranial Release, energy work with tuning forks and singing bowls are available. Singing bowl concert in the gardens can also happen! Expect the unexpected! See you soon!
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Cloud 9 campsite Fairlee VT
19. Cloud 9 campsite Fairlee VT
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Fairlee, VT · 1 site · Tent, RV
We live in the beautiful wooded area in fairlee vt with beautiful views of the ascutney mountains .
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You will be camping at our cloud 9 campsite which private and peaceful! The site is located behind many large pine trees in the upper part of the field across from our house which is hidden and cannot be viewed from the campsite. You can connect with wifi at the wifi sign near the beginning of the campsite road. We have a few hiking trails on Blood brook road one of which you can walk to from our home and it’s only a very short distance away. We are located 3 miles from Lake Fairlee Public beach also known as Treasure Island so bring your swimsuit! We are also within 5 minutes of the Lake Fairlee boat launch so feel free to bring your canoe or kayak and enjoy a paddle around our beautiful lake. We enjoy hosting both families and large groups looking for a place to unwind.
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Peaceful Country Haven
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New Haven, VT · 1 site · Tent, RV
This camp site is accessed from our driveway. We have 72 acres you are welcome to explore. If you want more privacy and have a tent, feel free to find a place in the woods. This is our home and our family visits often so please expect some cars passing by the site. We are happy to share this beautiful space and hope you enjoy it as much as we do.
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Park your RV or pitch your tent and take some time to relax. Take a walk through the woods, take your kayak out on Otter Creek starting at the base of our driveway or relax with a campfire. Visit the horses or ring the humongous bell, and check out the wildlife. Do you have a dog? Enjoy the freedom of letting it run and play in the small ponds in the woods. You are most likely to hear the train whistle a time or two. Wake up to beautiful sunrise to start your day off right!
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Shearwater
November 2025
20 ft campervan
With pets
Gorgeous location! What a cool spot. Directions brought us right up the road that runs between the two main houses- Your classic white antique farmhouse on the left & the newer house on the right. Just past the house & down around back, we loaded up 2 big bins of firewood & headed down the hill to the campsite entrance on the right. There are 2 ponds along the road where RV's & vans can park, no fire pits, & kind of out in the open for us. The lower pond & camp site was lovely, but little tricky to get our little schoolie parked in close to the fire pit area, plus it was a bit wet & mushy, (understandably, in late November) so we decided to walk down & see if there was a dryer option. We found a few more drive-in campsites each with picnic tables, fire pits, a little outhouse & level, nicely woodchipped, tent spots. It's all pretty obviously marked with painted signs & little solar lights. Its adorable. We parked our bus down there since it was cold as heck & we wanted to be very close to a bonfire! This area was also more private, in the edge of the woods under the trees. We had the whole place to ourselves. We had a huge bonfire, while it lightly snowed. Beautiful.
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Gabe
November 2025
19 ft campervan
Absolutely gorgeous spot on a charming farm, perfect in every way. Joan and Bob were wonderful hosts—as were the gentle cows! They’ve put a lot into making it a welcoming place for campers and have thought of everything. Thank you so much for having me!
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Jacob
November 2025
Tent
With pets
Beautiful property with an outstanding view. Very private. We had a wonderful time!
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Guy
November 2025
37 ft Class C
I can't say enough good things about our stay with Joan and the area in general. It was beautiful, relaxing, and just what my wife and I needed for a weekend away. This working farm was absolutely gorgeous and peaceful. Joan was such a generous host, she even invited us out to see the cows which was the highlight of our stay. The farm was easy to locate and there was plenty of room to maneuver virtually any size RV. We will absolutely be back for a visit in the warmer months!
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Scott
November 2025
16 ft travel trailer
Fantastic communication!
The road into this site was fantastic!
The site was as advertised. Noah and his mother Steffanie run a beautiful grateful Dead themed property!
We stayed in sight one I had a picnic table and a fire pit Wood was close by and reasonably priced at five dollars!
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Heidi
November 2025
16 ft travel trailer
Green acres was a wonderful spot just like advertised.
Stephanie and her son Noah were excellent hosts with fantastic communication!
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Nina
October 2025
20 ft travel trailer
With pets
Absolutely wonderful place! The views of both sunrise and sunset are breathtaking, the location is perfect, and the property is very well maintained. Our host, Stephanie, was incredibly welcoming and helpful. Grateful Acres is just 25 minutes from great restaurants and coffee shops, and only 5 minutes from the stunning Somerset Reservoir and nearby hiking trails. We loved our stay and would love to come back!
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D
October 2025
22 ft campervan
Lucinda is a welcoming, friendly host and the hipcamp has great views. Very relaxing.
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Carmen
October 2025
30 ft campervan
With pets
Beautiful property to camp on located just outside of an adorable small town surrounded by amazing parks, trails, and mountains. We had the best trip ever and it’s because Gus is the kindest host!
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Julia
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
Gorgeous views! So peaceful and a lovely site. It was super nice and convenient that you can purchase firewood at the campsite.
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Erica
October 2025
31 ft Class C
This was our second time at Sandy’s property and we can’t decide what our favorite season to visit is! There are so many amazing qualities: privacy, lack of light pollution, views, etc. that already have us planning our next visit. The sauna is an absolute must for us as it completely helps us rejuvenate our souls.
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Maureen
October 2025
15 ft travel trailer
With pets
Beautiful area with the most stunning view ever!! Very peaceful escape to nature.
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Nikki
October 2025
16 ft car
This place is beyond beautiful! Between the view from your camp site, hot water showers & Louella being an excellent host, this place is one of a kind. She was/is the sweetest lady & came to help me when my car died & had fire wood ready for my arrival. Will book again!
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faith
October 2025
Tent
I loved the upper meadows view and the fact that Louella put fire wood at the campsite, so sweet because it was so cold at night! Definitely would come back again!
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hailin
October 2025
20 ft campervan
The campground is well maintained. The environment is very nice.. grass lawn clean. The trail nice is nice for Hiking. It is located around my route 9. It is convenient for in and out. The owner, Gus , is very nice. When I checking, he came out welcome to us and showed us where the campsite is and how to get there. My campsite has a tub of 5G T-Mobile. Will come next time definitely.
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Sarah
October 2025
19 ft pop-up camper
The Farm was great site. We had plenty of privacy. The views were beautiful. Super easy check in and with clear Instructions. The location was perfect for Vermont as we did some hiking, and visited Burlington. Support local business.
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Lynne
October 2025
19 ft travel trailer
With pets
Beautiful spot. Walking distance to town, trail right from camp. Gus is very friendly. He greeted us briefly when we arrived and gave us our privacy. Would definitely stay again.
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Sarah
October 2025
Tent
We loved camping here! Joan is a great host and made us feel at home. Our campsite had a wonderful view and felt like true Vermont countryside. We enjoyed exploring the Grand Isle area. We bought fresh beef from Joan before leaving. Will definitely camp here again in the future!
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Owen
October 2025
16 ft car
Gracious host and hostess on beautiful land with unique trails. Thank you Caitrin and Hardy!
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Roxanne
October 2025
16 ft car
Joan is an amazing host and the farm is breathtakingly beautiful! She made sure my stay at the base camp was comfortable and that I had everything I needed while giving me plenty of space (and recommendations) for doing my own thing. Getting to explore the island as the fall colors were popping was the break I needed. The steak I purchased from their stock was also ridiculously good with this garlic Parmesan "Better Butter" that I got from the local store. So good. If I lived on the East Coast, I'd definitely visit again!
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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.
