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The best camping in Little River State Park, VT

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Top-rated campgrounds in Little River State Park

Little River Campground

1. Little River Campground

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Campground in Little River State Park · 76 sites · Tents, RVs
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Top-rated campsites near Little River State Park

Stargaze Over Camels Hump

1. Stargaze Over Camels Hump

97%
(18)
3.3mi from Little River State Park · 5 sites
Close to the base of Camel’s Hump, beautiful view of the hump, we have plenty of wildlife such as deer, bear and coyote at a distance. We have trails up in the back, approximately 70 acres that you can roam in. I only have one fire-pit set up so far and the pot-a-potty has not arrived yet. No power or water up there but it is a beautiful camping field.
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Couching Lion Field

2. Couching Lion Field

99%
(135)
4.9mi from Little River State Park · 1 site · Tent, RV
Learn more about this land: A mowed area of the upper field with a beautiful view of Camels Hump. At times 4wd is helpful to drive to sight. There is a pond to swim in and relax by. Star gaze in the evening and awake hearing the birds singing. There is a patio table (not a picnic table) at the site and water may be had by asking. Coleman cook stoves are fine to use.
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Parade Rest

3. Parade Rest

97%
(17)
5.2mi from Little River State Park · 1 site
Private property on 8 acres. Deer and turkeys pass thru almost daily. It's not uncommon to see a bear running through in season. Private, level spot near garage with electric and water. Fire pit available. Up the hill from main road. Paved road turns into dirt. Gorgeous views on approach. Extremely quiet star filled nights. If you don't need to hookup, you can set up camp anywhere on the property that speaks to you.
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ZenDen in Stowe

4. ZenDen in Stowe

98%
(23)
5.9mi from Little River State Park · 1 site
9x15 insulated and heated cabin with electricity. Wood-fired SAUNA. Seasonal (summer) hot tub and cold plunge. WiFi and good cell signal. Cold/Hot water dispenser. Saw-dust toilet. Fire pit. Covered 10x10 deck with screen protector. Picnic table. Beautiful sunset. Plenty of parking for camper van or small RV. Prime location in Stowe. Text for more photos.
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Vermont Ranch & Riverside Retreat

5. Vermont Ranch & Riverside Retreat

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(366)
7.8mi from Little River State Park · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
⛰ 🌲 Drive right to your secluded site and wake to the sound of nature and water in this private retreat, 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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HOWL Women & Gender Justice Retreat

6. HOWL Women & Gender Justice Retreat

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(168)
9.7mi from Little River State Park · 7 sites · Tents, Lodging
HOWL (Huntington Open Women's Land) is a mission-driven nonprofit which stewards 54 acres of land bordering on Camel’s Hump State Park, creating a space centered on women, trans people of all genders, and nonbinary and agender people. We ask that if you camp with us, you respect our guidelines regarding gender and living in community with others. If you are experiencing financial difficulties, we offer a 15% off discount code. We are also seeking full-time residents! Please note that we are on a dirt road on a mountain well away from town. You will need reliable transportation to visit here; 4WD recommended in winter months.
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Verbena Vista at Dreamland

7. Verbena Vista at Dreamland

99%
(90)
10mi from Little River State Park · 1 site
Welcome to Verbena Vista, the magic cottage at Dreamland~ /|\ Are you at a crossroad of change? I offer Custom Crafted Rituals for guests; an opportunity to be held in your journey of empowerment and transformation with the Earth and myself as your guide. Scroll down to the bottom of this description for more information. Verbena Vista is: ~a tiny guest cottage committed to sustainable, simple living. ~off grid, unplumbed, solar powered and uses only natural cleaning products. ~secluded, quiet, immersed in many acres of forest with meandering brooks, pond, trails, sacred well, stone circle and labyrinth. ~Less than 10 miles from Montpelier, the state capitol; a charming small city. 2 miles to general store/gas station. Unplug, slow down, and sink in to retreat on sacred land.10 x 20’ cozy, bright cottage. Off grid with small solar system.Unplumbed- Tank systems for sink and shower. Compost bucket toilet. Double sized bed and single pull out couch. Please bring your own linens! Propane cook top and heat. Unplugged- No wifi. Limited cell reception. Quaint front porch with rocking chair and awesome vista of gardens, pond, stars, hills; Firewood for sale, $5 for an armload. Please inquire for more info and leave $ in basket in yurt. Please use fire pit in front of cottage, not in stone circle. Feel welcomed to use our temple spaces for solo or respectful group connection quiet time. Please no drinking or smoking in these spaces. Welcome LGBTQIA and BIPOC! Your Ritual Retreat at Dreamland A custom crafted Ritual Retreat is a special opportunity to step away from the busyness of your daily routine to tend to your body and soul, heart and mind. Because sometimes life requires us to unplug, to unplug, unwind and remember our deep connection to Nature and Spirit. Imagine being guided in a customized sacred ritual while held in a breathtakingly beautiful and magically tended land. Once your Ritual Retreat is booked we can chat here to custom craft your rite at Dreamland.
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The Meadows of Worcester View

8. The Meadows of Worcester View

93%
(29)
11mi from Little River State Park · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Single camping site with great views of the Worcester Mountain Range with close proximity to Stowe & Morrisville! Central location to many different mountain biking areas, waterfalls, hiking trails, road cycling routes, picturesque Stowe, breweries, distilleries and of course epic foliage
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The Rooney Farm

9. The Rooney Farm

99%
(36)
12mi from Little River State Park · 1 site
The Rooney Farm is an 820 acre working organic dairy farm and maple sugarbush in Morristown, VT that has been stewarded by the Rooney family for four generations. We milk a herd of fifty holstein, jersey, guernsey, and ayrshire cows. We are right off the Long Trail, Catamount Trail, and VAST trail systems. We have mountain bike trails on the farm as well as a great swimming hole. We have miles of hiking trails that link up to the Beaver Meadow trail network in the Vermont State Forest as well as Morristown Forest trails. Our camp has two full size beds and sleeps four people. The camp is not winterized: will protect you from wind and snow but not the cold!
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Texas Hill Brook

10. Texas Hill Brook

98%
(112)
13mi from Little River State Park · 2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Learn more about this land: Texas Hill Brook camp site The Texas Hill Brook site is a flat, wooded campsite on Texas Hill Brook in Huntington. The campsite is roughly 10m x 30m (30' x 100'), large enough for several tents or a small camper/RV. It is accessed by a sloped 50m (about 150') gravel driveway. The narrowest part of the driveway is 2.6m (about 8.5 feet). There is a 3m x 3m (10' x 10') tent platform and a large picnic table. Firewood is provided. Near our home about 120m/400 feet away through the trees but relatively private. Within a short pedal or drive to some of the best mountain biking and hiking Vermont has to offer, 15 minutes to Richmond and Hinesburg, and just a half hour to Burlington. Electricity on site, primitive fire pit, but no other facilities, so ALL waste must be packed out. We have a bucket commode to loan if you don’t have your own.
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Turtle Hill Gardens

11. Turtle Hill Gardens

99%
(47)
13mi from Little River State Park · 1 site
Learn more about this land: Only 1.5 miles from our cozy little capital city, we are a six minute drive to downtown but set in a wooded landscape bordering protected land and North Branch River Park. The campsite is set away from the house and neighbors and looks down into a peaceful hemlock forest and wilderness parkland. It can accommodate up to a 9x12’ tent. Most of our property is on a slope so you'll get a little workout walking back and forth to your vehicle.
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Shaker Mountain Refuge

12. Shaker Mountain Refuge

100%
(55)
14mi from Little River State Park · 2 sites
Shaker Mountain Refuge sits on 300, mostly wooded acres at the foot of the Green Mountains. With outstanding views of Camel's Hump (Vermont's second tallest peak), the refuge is a wonderful place to sit back, relax and enjoy the natural world. There are numerous hiking trails on site, as well as a beautiful swimming pond. Access to Camels Hump hiking trails is a short drive away. Nearby, Camels Hump Nordic ski and bike center boasts incredible mountain biking and nordic ski trails. Just down the hill, the Huntington River has an abundance of swimming holes and fishing spots. Just over the Appalachian Gap are the Mad River Glen and Sugarbush ski resorts. There are many excellent restaurants within a 20 minute drive.
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Orchard House at Peck Farm

13. Orchard House at Peck Farm

100%
(10)
15mi from Little River State Park · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
The Orchard House at Peck Farm Orchard is the building where we serve our customers during our orchard season September through October. The property is located on a dirt road in rural Vermont and is surrounded by conserved land in current farm use. Please note: This property has been repurposed for the very special event of the full eclipse April 8th, 2024. Travel and weather in Vermont in April can be like summer, like winter, something in between and all of it in one day. Please pack and plan accordingly. Spring(March-May) travel can be very muddy. The building is made of rough cut wood from our farm property and features a cook stove, power, refrigerator and access to an outdoor fire circle. The floor is concrete so an air mattress or better yet a cot is recommended. Is you plan on using the wood cook stove please let us know. While the cookstove can provide some heat and the ability to cook it does not heat the whole building very well. There are outlets for use in the building. There is one string of plug in lights, no other lighting is installed. A traditional outhouse is located just 50 yards from the Orchard House. Drinkable well water is available upon request with 24 hours notice. 2 miles from the Orchard House is a small cooperative country store with food supplies. The Peck Farm Orchard is located on a beautiful 4 mile loop frequently used by runners and walkers. There is easy access to local hiking trails and snowmobile/skiing trails. The orchard and parking area is located on 18 acres with access to trails spanning more than a thousand acres.
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Peck Farm Orchard Pond

14. Peck Farm Orchard Pond

98%
(73)
15mi from Little River State Park · 1 site · Tent, RV
    Over 200 years ago, our ancestors established the Peck Farm to sustain their families and build a community.  Eight generations later, we strive towards the same goals. Our farm is conserved through Vermont Land Trust and is an active farm featuring cropland, maple sugar woods, and apple orchard.Learn more about this land:Your camp site is a flat mowed lawn next to our orchard irrigation pond. The pond is fed via solar pump which is located in the wetland cow pasture just beyond the site. The camp site is situated between 2 woods a wetland and our pick your own apple orchard. A variety of bird species can be seen and heard throughout the day and in the evening. The area is a well used animal transition zone with deer, black bear, bobcats, turkey and many others. A fire pit is available, swimming in the pond is allowed. There is a traditional 2-hole outhouse 600ft from the campsite. Power hookup for charging is available on the property as well. Fall campers will have full access to our corn maze, apples, apple cider, cider donuts, dry hard cider and hay rides. The site is 6.5 miles from the capitol of Montpelier. Our town forest featuring miles of hiking trails is located just one mile from the site. Our parking area is often used by bikers and walkers for convenient parking.
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Fieldstone Farm

15. Fieldstone Farm

100%
(145)
16mi from Little River State Park · 1 site
Fieldstone Farm is a family-owned 178 acre property with rolling meadows, vegetable and flower gardens, diverse forest land, miles of woodland roads, and meandering streams. The campsite is east facing. You can enjoy the morning sunshine on the deck while listening to the loons on nearby Lake Iroquois. You can stroll through the meadow paths, venture on a woodland hike, walk, run, or bike on/off the property. The site also boasts a wide open green space if you are interested in lawn games or inviting friends to join you. The 14X16 wall tent comfortably sleeps 4 with a double bed, twin daybed, and twin pull-out mattress. Please bring your own bedding and pillows. Kitchen supplies are provided for cooking, dining and cleaning. Gas grill with side burner and fire pit are provided for cooking. This area is so diverse in its offering. Lake Iroquois is 200 yards from the site with access to the beach and boat launch one mile down the road. Lake Champlain is 15 miles to the west from us with varied access to swimming, boating, and water sports. Bikers can enjoy dirt road rides, flow trails, single track, and endless paved roads in Hinesburg and near-by towns. Hikers can hit the hills nearby or further away. Camels Hump State Park and access to the Long Trail is just 15 miles away. Need a city fix? Burlington is also 15 miles away and offers shopping, dining, a lively waterfront, music, the arts and more. Don't want to go far away? Hinesburg village offers 6 restaurants, a brewery, music on the green, and a well stocked grocery store. We are excited to share this beautiful property with visitors. Through detailed management and respect for the land we have earned the stewardship forest award. The land is managed to support wildlife, recreation and flora and fauna diversity.
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Smugglers Notch RV Village

16. Smugglers Notch RV Village

97%
(17)
16mi from Little River State Park · 45 sites · RVs, Lodging
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.
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Woodbury Meadows

17. Woodbury Meadows

99%
(435)
16mi from Little River State Park · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
We live on 52 wooded acres in a natural area surrounded by lakes and ponds just 14 miles north of Montpelier VT. We are located on the Green Mountain Gravel Growler bike packing trail and 7 miles south of the Lamoille Valley Rail Trail. We have lots of hiking , biking, boating and swimming opportunities nearby. Our amenity's include a bath house and laundry. We have two 30 amp RV sites with full hook ups and 4 tent/small RV non electric sites. We are 100% solar powered and have good WIFI but no cell service. We cater to small quiet groups who can enjoy our peaceful setting. If your are bike packing and our sites are booked just text or stop in we will accommodate you. The campground is located along our town road and the sites are 50 - 100 feet apart along our driveway. This is not a wilderness experience you will have neighbors, including us. We are a family friendly, non smoking campground. We are open early May till late October. Pets on leashes are OK. Quiet time is all the time :~). 12 and under free, no Generators.
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Hoolie Farm

18. Hoolie Farm

99%
(44)
16mi from Little River State Park · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Our organic vegetables are spread out over 129 acres of flat river bottom fields and high sandy plateaus. The Pekin Brook winds down the middle of the farm and has a couple deeper pools for swimming. We are 20 minutes from our state capital, Montpelier; 60 minutes from our nearest large city, Burlington which is located on Lake Champlain and 40 minutes from Waterbury, home to Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream Factory. Some fun attractions in our neighborhood are: * Chickering Bog- an easy hiking trail with rare plants, variety of nesting birds, and frogs. * # 10 Pond - Our local gem for swimming, (small) boating and fishing * Kent Corner Museum- Various VT Artists featured in a historic Calais home * The Whammy Bar @ The Maple Corner Store- food, music, and community * Morse Farm Maple Sugar Works * Coburn Covered Bridge- travel over a historic covered bridge * Worcester July 4th Fireworks Spectacular * Barre Opera House * Lost Nation Theater * (Fall Attraction)- Peck Family Orchard
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Camping with Goats - Park your RV

19. Camping with Goats - Park your RV

97%
(83)
16mi from Little River State Park · 1 site
We live in this 1830's farmhouse and travel with our Airstream Trade Wind. Often boondocking, and knowing the need for an easy-access place to park our RV, whether it be for a night or a week, we decided to open our driveway to help our fellow RV-travelers explore both the Burlington, VT area and enjoy the great outdoor adventures the Green Mountain State has to offer. BEST OF ALL, you have easy access to visit with our four fainting goats.
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Harold's View Farm

20. Harold's View Farm

99%
(715)
18mi from Little River State Park · 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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Little River State Park camping guide

Overview

About

Vermonters really know how to enjoy the outdoors and the popularity of Little River State Park shows why! Come play in Waterbury Reservoir; spend the day angling bass and trout or slap on some water skis for a thrilling ride. There’s miles of hiking and biking trails to explore and when you’re done you can hop on over to famous Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream for a scoop (or 3). The old sawmills and covered bridges will send history buffs into a tizzy--Little River is sure to become one of your favorite spots to stay and play!

When to go

The ideal time to visit Little River State Park is during the summer months, from June to August, when the weather is warm and the park is fully accessible. Spring and fall offer cooler temperatures and fewer crowds, but be mindful of potential park closures due to weather conditions.

Know before you go

  • Check the weather forecast and park alerts before your visit to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
  • Remember to pack essentials like water, sunscreen, and insect repellent for your day amid nature.
  • Accessibility may vary across different areas of the park; inquire ahead for specific needs.
  • Day-use areas have specific hours, typically from 8:30am to 5pm, so plan your activities accordingly.
  • Respect the park's wildlife and natural habitats by following the 'Leave No Trace' principles.

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