Bird's eye view of the park

Finger Lakes National Forest

picnic table, bear box, and fire pit

Drive Way

## Overview

Backbone Horse Campground is a small, semi-primitive campground designed
primarily for campers or picnickers that bring horses with them.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Backbone Horse Campground is a small, semi-primitive campground designed primarily for campers or picnickers that bring horses with them.</p>

Backbone Privy

Backbone Horse Campground

Backbone Horse Campground Site 5

## Overview

Blueberry Patch Campground is a small, semi-primitive campground located along
Picnic Area Road (County Route 2), next to the large blueberry patch it
received its name from. This is a popular spot to gather berries when they are
in season. The berry patch features the high bush as well as low bush
blueberries.

There are nine campsites available. Each has a fire pit, a tent pad, a picnic
table, and parking for up to two cars. This campground is designed for tents
or small campers under 24 feet long. Some of the picnic tables are handicap
accessible. There are two handicap accessible vault toilets

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Blueberry Patch Campground is a small, semi-primitive campground located along Picnic Area Road (County Route 2), next to the large blueberry patch it received its name from. This is a popular spot to gather berries when they are in season. The berry patch features the high bush as well as low bush blueberries. </p>

<p>There are nine campsites available. Each has a fire pit, a tent pad, a picnic table, and parking for up to two cars. This campground is designed for tents or small campers under 24 feet long. Some of the picnic tables are handicap accessible. There are two handicap accessible vault toilets</p>

Blueberry Patch Campground privies

Blueberry Patch Campground

Blueberry Patch campground tent pad

Blueberry Patch Campground amenities

## Overview

Chittenden Brook Campground is situated in a beautiful northern hardwoods
forest, approximately seven miles from Rochester, VT. It is a small and semi-
remote campground, perfect for those who seek a more tranquil camping
experience.

The Green Mountain National Forest in partnership with the Vermont Huts
Association has a cabin located at the Chittenden Brook Campground available
for reservations. The Chittenden Brook Hut (pictured above) is open for year-
round use and is located within the semi-remote campground on the Green
Mountain National Forest. To make reservations and learn more please visit the
Chittenden Brook Hut website: Chittenden Brook Hut

## Recreation

With an abundance of well-maintained trails, mountain vistas, waterfalls, and
streams, the Chittenden Brook area offers plentiful opportunities for hiking,
mountain biking, swimming, river tubing, fishing, hunting, and more. The
Chittenden Brook trail system starts at the campground and passes through a
mature northern hardwood forest, along a pristine mountain stream, and past a
beaver pond on its way to connecting with the Long Trail.

## Facilities

The campground offers 17 overnight sites for tent and small RV camping
(maximum 18'). Each site has a picnic table, fire ring with a grill, parking
spur with space for two cars, and a gravel tent pad. There are two barrier-
free vault toilets, but there is no potable water available. There is a
recycling and trash station at the end of the campground loop. The campground
also offers several first-come, first-served sites along with sites that can
be reserved.

## Natural Features

The campground is located along Chittenden Brook, a pristine mountain stream
that feeds into the White River. Wildlife located in this area includes white-
tailed deer, moose, and black bear.

## Nearby Attractions

Nearby attractions include Long Trail access on site, river tubing on the
White River, mountain biking on the Green Mountain Trails in Pittsfield and
the towns of Killington, Rochester and Brandon.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Chittenden Brook Campground is situated in a beautiful northern hardwoods forest, approximately seven miles from Rochester, VT.  It is a small and semi-remote campground, perfect for those who seek a more tranquil camping experience.</p>
<p>The Green Mountain National Forest in partnership with the Vermont Huts Association has a cabin located at the Chittenden Brook Campground available for reservations. The Chittenden Brook Hut (pictured above) is open for year-round use and is located within the semi-remote campground on the Green Mountain National Forest.   To make reservations and learn more please visit the Chittenden Brook Hut website: <a href="https://vermonthuts.org/huts/chittenden-brook-hut/" rel="nofollow">Chittenden Brook Hut</a>  </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
With an abundance of well-maintained trails, mountain vistas, waterfalls, and streams, the Chittenden Brook area offers plentiful opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, swimming, river tubing, fishing, hunting, and more. The Chittenden Brook trail system starts at the campground and passes through a mature northern hardwood forest, along a pristine mountain stream, and past a beaver pond on its way to connecting with the Long Trail.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground offers 17 overnight sites for tent and small RV camping (maximum 18').  Each site has a picnic table, fire ring with a grill, parking spur with space for two cars, and a gravel tent pad. There are two barrier-free vault toilets, but there is no potable water available. There is a recycling and trash station at the end of the campground loop. The campground also offers several first-come, first-served sites along with sites that can be reserved.  <h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is located along Chittenden Brook, a pristine mountain stream that feeds into the White River.  Wildlife located in this area includes white-tailed deer, moose, and black bear.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Nearby attractions include Long Trail access on site, river tubing on the White River, mountain biking on the Green Mountain Trails in Pittsfield and the towns of Killington, Rochester and Brandon.

CHITTENDEN BROOK CAMPGROUND Sign

Chittenden Brook

Chittenden Brook Campground

To check availability, learn more, and reserve this hut visit please visit:  vermonthuts.org

Chittenden Brook Hut

Chittenden Brook Campground Trails

CHITTENDEN BROOK

## Overview

Greendale Campground is a small remote campground located along Greendale
Brook in Weston, VT.

There are 11 campsites available in a wooded setting. Each site has a picnic
table, a fire ring with a grill, and a parking spur. Most sites can
accommodate small campers as well as tents. There is also a vault toilet.

The campground offers easy access to the Greendale Loop, a 4.0 mile hike
through a mixed forest of northern hardwood and conifer trees with long
stretches bordering scenic streams. This loop includes approximately 2 miles
of walking along town maintained roads open to vehicular traffic.

This site is not maintained for winter use. Deep snow often covers amenities
at this site December – mid April. The nearest plowed parking area to the
campground in the winter is approximately one mile away and access is via skis
or snowshoes.

## Recreation

Hiking, biking, fishing, camping, and snowshoeing and nordic skiing.

## Facilities

2 Vault toilets and 11 campsites.

## Natural Features

The Greendale brook runs along the campground and provides opportunities for
recreation.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Greendale Campground is a small remote campground located along Greendale Brook in Weston, VT.</p><p>There are 11 campsites available in a wooded setting. Each site has a picnic table, a fire ring with a grill, and a parking spur. Most sites can accommodate small campers as well as tents. There is also a vault toilet.</p><p>The campground offers easy access to the <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/r09/gmfl/recreation/greendale-loop" rel="nofollow">Greendale Loop</a>, a 4.0 mile hike through a mixed forest of northern hardwood and conifer trees with long stretches bordering scenic streams. This loop includes approximately 2 miles of walking along town maintained roads open to vehicular traffic.</p><p>This site is not maintained for winter use. Deep snow often covers amenities at this site December – mid April. The nearest plowed parking area to the campground in the winter is approximately one mile away and access is via skis or snowshoes.</p><h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Hiking, biking, fishing, camping, and snowshoeing and nordic skiing. </p><h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>2 Vault toilets and 11 campsites. </p><h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The Greendale brook runs along the campground and provides opportunities for recreation.  </p>

Camping fee of $10.00 per site, per night is payable at the camping self-
service fee station and is **collected mid-May through October**.

Stream running along campground

Greendale Campground fee station

Greendale Campground Entrance

Greendale Campground

Bird's eye view of the campground

## Overview

Grout Pond is a popular destination for camping, hiking, paddling, and
fishing. Located in a beautiful mixed conifer and hardwood forest, the
campground has 12 reservable sites and offers easy access to over 10 miles of
mulituse trails.

The Green Mountain National Forest in partnership with the Vermont Huts
Association has a cabin located at the Grout Pond Campground available for
reservations. The Grout Pond Hut (pictured above) is open for year-round use
and is located within the semi-remote campground on the Green Mountain
National Forest. To make reservations and learn more please visit the Grout
Pond Hut website: Grout Pond Hut

## Recreation

Grout Pond offers a variety of recreation opportunities year-round. In the
warmer months, fishing and non-motorized boating is popular on the pond. A
200-foot carry-in boat launch is accessible from an unloading pull-out just
before the parking lot.

**Please help prevent the spread of non-native invasive species, such as
Eurasian watermilfoil, by cleaning and drying your boat between each use.**

Hiking is another popular activity at Grout Pond. Over 10 miles of relatively
flat trails are accessible from the campground. These trails connect with a
more extensive system off National Forest lands around Somerset Reservoir to
the south. Trails that are marked with blue diamond blazes are designed for
cross-country skiing and can be very wet and muddy in the spring, summer, and
even fall.

## Facilities

The campground offers 12 overnight sites available for reservation. Nine of
these sites are tent sites accessed by hiking in from the main parking area.
Hike-in distances vary from a quarter to three-quarters of a mile. Three
campsites are drive-in sites that accomodate small RVs. The campground also
offers two drive-in sites that are available on a first-come, first-served
basis and cannot be reserved.

All campsites are outfitted with fire rings and several have picnic tables.
Hike-in sites have tent pads; please use the tent pads in order to minimize
camping impacts. Vault toilets are located off the main parking area and near
the old cabin building. Potable water is available from an old-fashioned hand
pump in the day use area near the pond.

## Natural Features

Grout Pond is 84 acres and 28 feet deep. The water can be chilly but
refreshing on a hot summer day. The campground is located along the pond and
is shaded by red maple, yellow birch and red spruce. Fall foliage viewing in
the autumn months is excellent.

## Nearby Attractions

Nearby attractions include hiking trails accessible from the site and paddling
on the pond. The campground is also in close proximity to Appalachian/Long
Trail trailheads off Kelly Stand Road and Stratton Mountain Resort and
Village.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Grout Pond is a popular destination for camping, hiking, paddling, and fishing. Located in a beautiful mixed conifer and hardwood forest, the campground has 12 reservable sites and offers easy access to over 10 miles of mulituse trails.</p>
<p>The Green Mountain National Forest in partnership with the Vermont Huts Association has a cabin located at the Grout Pond Campground available for reservations. The Grout Pond Hut (pictured above) is open for year-round use and is located within the semi-remote campground on the Green Mountain National Forest. To make reservations and learn more please visit the Grout Pond Hut website: <a href="https://vermonthuts.org/huts/grout-pond-hut/" rel="nofollow">Grout Pond Hut</a> </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Grout Pond offers a variety of recreation opportunities year-round. In the warmer months, fishing and non-motorized boating is popular on the pond. A 200-foot carry-in boat launch is accessible from an unloading pull-out just before the parking lot. </p>
<p><strong>Please help prevent the spread of non-native invasive species, such as Eurasian watermilfoil, by cleaning and drying your boat between each use.</strong></p>
<p>Hiking is another popular activity at Grout Pond. Over 10 miles of relatively flat trails are accessible from the campground. These trails connect with a more extensive system off National Forest lands around Somerset Reservoir to the south. Trails that are marked with blue diamond blazes are designed for cross-country skiing and can be very wet and muddy in the spring, summer, and even fall.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground offers 12 overnight sites available for reservation. Nine of these sites are tent sites accessed by hiking in from the main parking area. Hike-in distances vary from a quarter to three-quarters of a mile. Three campsites are drive-in sites that accomodate small RVs. The campground also offers two drive-in sites that are available on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be reserved. </p>
<p>All campsites are outfitted with fire rings and several have picnic tables. Hike-in sites have tent pads; please use the tent pads in order to minimize camping impacts. Vault toilets are located off the main parking area and near the old cabin building. Potable water is available from an old-fashioned hand pump in the day use area near the pond.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Grout Pond is 84 acres and 28 feet deep. The water can be chilly but refreshing on a hot summer day. The campground is located along the pond and is shaded by red maple, yellow birch and red spruce. Fall foliage viewing in the autumn months is excellent.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Nearby attractions include hiking trails accessible from the site and paddling on the pond. The campground is also in close proximity to Appalachian/Long Trail trailheads off Kelly Stand Road and Stratton Mountain Resort and Village.</p>

pond with picnic table in foreground

Grout Pond

Grout Pond Beach and Boat Launch

Grout Pond view from campsite

Vermont Huts operates the Grout Pond Hut to check availability, learn more, and reserve this hut please visit this website:  https://vermonthuts.org/huts/grout-pond-hut/

Grout Pond Hut

A photo of facility Grout Pond Campground with Waterfront

A photo of facility Grout Pond Campground with Lean To / Shelter

A photo of facility Grout Pond Campground with No Amenities Shown

A photo of facility Grout Pond Campground with Shade

Grout Pond Campground

The Grout Pond Campground facility will be under construction during the 2026
season. The Pond Loop Trail leading walk-in sites 1 - 11 will be under
construction from May - October. Campsites 1 - 11 will be open on a first-
come, first-served basis and will not be reservable on Recreation.gov. The
trail will be upgraded to accessible standards, which will greatly improve the
visitor experience. Parking in the lower lot near the pond will be very
limited due to the construction staging area. Please use caution at the site,
as equipment will be using the access road and Pond Loop trail to complete the
improvements. Thank you for your patience as we improve the site for future
use.

## Overview

Hapgood Pond Recreation Area and Campground is situated next to its scenic
namesake pond, 13 miles east of Manchester, Vermont. Visitors enjoy camping,
canoeing, kayaking, fishing, swimming, and hiking.

## Recreation

The Hapgood Pond is a popular place for non-motorized boating, including
canoeing and kayaking. A carry-down launch area is located on the south end of
the pond. Fishing and swimming are also favorite activities. Hapgood boasts
the Forest's only designated and managed swim beach. A fishing pier is located
on the south shore. Hapgood Pond Trail begins in the day-use area and
continues almost a mile around the north edge of the pond to the dam. A short
spur trail follows a stream and winds through the woods around the pond.
Younger visitors love the big play field area within Hapgood, a perfect spot
for Frisbee or ball games.

## Facilities

Hapgood Pond Recreation Area offers family campsites and day-use picnic
shelters for groups. First come, first served sites are available. Vault
toilets and drinking water are provided. Each family campsite is equipped with
a picnic table, campfire ring with grill, parking spur, and a cleared area for
a tent. Campsites 9-28 are reservable. Each group picnic shelter can
accommodate up to 35 people, and is equipped with a pavilion, picnic tables,
and a grill. The two shelters are available for reservations.

## Natural Features

Hapgood Pond Recreation Area is eight acres and is set in a wooded area in the
northeastern portion of the Green Mountain National Forest, which encompasses
over 400,000 acres in southwestern and central Vermont. Hapgood Pond covers
another 12 acres which is perfect for swimming, boating, and fishing. The
Green Mountain National Forests includes three nationally designated trails:
the Appalachian Trail, the Long Trail, and the Robert Frost National
Recreation Trail. The Forest also contains three alpine ski areas, seven
Nordic ski areas, and approximately 900 miles of multiple-use trails.

## Nearby Attractions

The town of Manchester, Vermont, popular for its shops, restaurants, and other
attractions, including the American Museum of Fly Fishing, is a short drive
away.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Hapgood Pond Recreation Area and Campground is situated next to its scenic namesake pond, 13 miles east of Manchester, Vermont. Visitors enjoy camping, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, swimming, and hiking.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The Hapgood Pond is a popular place for non-motorized boating, including canoeing and kayaking. A carry-down launch area is located on the south end of the pond. Fishing and swimming are also favorite activities. Hapgood boasts the Forest's only designated and managed swim beach. A fishing pier is located on the south shore. 
  
Hapgood Pond Trail begins in the day-use area and continues almost a mile around the north edge of the pond to the dam. A short spur trail follows a stream and winds through the woods around the pond.
  
Younger visitors love the big play field area within Hapgood, a perfect spot for Frisbee or ball games.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Hapgood Pond Recreation Area offers family campsites and day-use picnic shelters for groups. First come, first served sites are available. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. 
  
Each family campsite is equipped with a picnic table, campfire ring with grill, parking spur, and a cleared area for a tent. Campsites 9-28 are reservable.  Each group picnic shelter can accommodate up to 35 people, and is equipped with a pavilion, picnic tables, and a grill. The two shelters are available for reservations.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Hapgood Pond Recreation Area is eight acres and is set in a wooded area in the northeastern portion of the Green Mountain National Forest, which encompasses over 400,000 acres in southwestern and central Vermont.  Hapgood Pond covers another 12 acres which is perfect for swimming, boating, and fishing.
  
The Green Mountain National Forests includes three nationally designated trails: the Appalachian Trail, the Long Trail, and the Robert Frost National Recreation Trail. The Forest also contains three alpine ski areas, seven Nordic ski areas, and approximately 900 miles of multiple-use trails.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The town of Manchester, Vermont, popular for its shops, restaurants, and other attractions, including the American Museum of Fly Fishing, is a short drive away.

Brown one-story bathroom and shower building with flagpole

CCC era out building with interpretive sign

campsite with picnic table, fire ring and gravel surfacing in wooded area

Hapgood Pond with picnic table in foreground

Deciduous trees in foreground with mist over pond in background

Hapgood Pond with foliage and vegetation in foreground

Hapgood Pond with reflection from pond

Bath house at HAPGOOD POND

A photo of facility HAPGOOD POND with No Amenities Shown

Beach Area at HAPGOOD POND

Hapgood Pond

## Overview

Moosalamoo Campground is a small remote campground located at the base of Mt.
Moosalamoo, near Voter Brook. A large mowed grass field in the middle of the
campground is good for a variety of activities, especially for groups with
children. There are 19 campsites (including one host site), six vault toilets
and potable water is available on site via a hand-pump.

## Recreation

The Moosalamoo National Recreation Area consists of 16,000 acres abounding
with recreation opportunities. With over 70 miles of well-maintained trails,
mountain vistas, waterfalls, lakes and streams, it offers opportunities for
hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, swimming, fishing, hunting and more. Two
hiking trails (Mt. Moosalamoo and Voter Brook) are connected to the campground
loop and less than a mile down the road is Voter Brook Overlook, featuring a
picnic area and an accessible path leading to a western vista.

## Facilities

The campground offers 18 overnight sites for tent and limited RV camping. Each
site is equipped with a picnic table and fire ring (with grill). There are six
accessible vault toilets located within the campground. The campground also
offers first-come, first-served sites.

## Natural Features

Moosalamoo Campground is set in a pleasant stand of sugar maple, American
beech, yellow birch and many other hardwoods. Its assortment of trees and
ample ferns and wildflowers add to its beauty and provide shade and privacy to
the campsites.

## Nearby Attractions

The nearest available shopping is in Ripton, located four miles from the
campground. More extensive shopping and dining can be found in Middlebury or
Brandon, both located 12 miles from the campground.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Moosalamoo Campground is a small remote campground located at the base of Mt. Moosalamoo, near Voter Brook.  A large mowed grass field in the middle of the campground is good for a variety of activities, especially for groups with children. There are 19 campsites (including one host site), six vault toilets and potable water is available on site via a hand-pump.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The Moosalamoo National Recreation Area consists of 16,000 acres abounding with recreation opportunities. With over 70 miles of well-maintained trails, mountain vistas, waterfalls, lakes and streams, it offers opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, swimming, fishing, hunting and more.  Two hiking trails (Mt. Moosalamoo and Voter Brook) are connected to the campground loop and less than a mile down the road is Voter Brook Overlook, featuring a picnic area and an accessible path leading to a western vista.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground offers 18 overnight sites for tent and limited RV camping.  Each site is equipped with a picnic table and fire ring (with grill).  There are six accessible vault toilets located within the campground.  The campground also offers first-come, first-served sites.  <h2>Natural Features</h2>
Moosalamoo Campground is set in a pleasant stand of sugar maple, American beech, yellow birch and many other hardwoods. Its assortment of trees and ample ferns and wildflowers add to its beauty and provide shade and privacy to the campsites.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The nearest available shopping is in Ripton, located four miles from the campground.  More extensive shopping and dining can be found in Middlebury or Brandon, both located 12 miles from the campground.

Bike Trail Loop around campground

Bike Pump Track at recreation field 2

Moosalamoo paths and recreation space

Bike Pump Track at recreation field

Open recreation area

Moosalamoo Campground

## Overview

Potomac Group Campground and Day Use Area provides a primitive camping
experience for groups of 8-40 people. It is an excellent site for family
events and youth group activities. The facility is situated in a scenic area
of New York, which makes for an exciting place to explore. A variety of
recreational activities are available. Parking for the campground is located
approximately 500 feet from the campground itself and all gear must be carried
in and out. Recycling cans are available on site but trash must be packed out.

## Recreation

A variety of trails exist in the area, including the Potomac Trail, which
extends about 5 miles round-trip. It is a moderately difficult trail that
travels through a variety of forest types and follows the edges of quite a few
ponds in the area. It is a nice loop on which to learn cross-country skiing
and is also a popular game bird hunting area. The Potomac Trail connects with
the Interloken Trail and the campground. Fishing is allowed in the ponds,
pertaining to state fishing regulations.

## Facilities

Many primitive, group, tent-only campsites, and a group picnic shelter are
available for reservation and equipped with at least 4 tables. A campfire
circle and grills are also provided and vault toilets are located nearby. The
shelter can accommodate up to 40 people and an adjacent parking lot can hold
up to 10 vehicles. There is no electricity at the shelter. Drinking water is
not available at the campground or picnic shelter, nor is trash collection.

## Natural Features

The lush, green campground is located in Finger Lakes National Forest, between
Cayuga and Seneca Lakes in southwestern New York. It is New York's only
National Forest. The Forest has over 30 miles of interconnecting trails that
traverse gorges, ravines, pastures, and woodlands.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Potomac Group Campground and Day Use Area provides a primitive camping experience for groups of 8-40 people. It is an excellent site for family events and youth group activities. The facility is situated in a scenic area of New York, which makes for an exciting place to explore. A variety of recreational activities are available. Parking for the campground is located approximately 500 feet from the campground itself and all gear must be carried in and out. Recycling cans are available on site but trash must be packed out.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
A variety of trails exist in the area, including the Potomac Trail, which extends about 5 miles round-trip. It is a moderately difficult trail that travels through a variety of forest types and follows the edges of quite a few ponds in the area. It is a nice loop on which to learn cross-country skiing and is also a popular game bird hunting area. The Potomac Trail connects with the Interloken Trail and the campground. Fishing is allowed in the ponds, pertaining to state fishing regulations.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Many primitive, group, tent-only campsites, and a group picnic shelter are available for reservation and equipped with at least 4 tables. A campfire circle and grills are also provided and vault toilets are located nearby. The shelter can accommodate up to 40 people and an adjacent parking lot can hold up to 10 vehicles. There is no electricity at the shelter.
  
Drinking water is not available at the campground or picnic shelter, nor is trash collection.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The lush, green campground is located in Finger Lakes National Forest, between Cayuga and Seneca Lakes in southwestern New York. It is New York's only National Forest. The Forest has over 30 miles of interconnecting trails that traverse gorges, ravines, pastures, and woodlands.

The fee is based on the number of people. A group of 8-20 people will be
charged $20.00 per night/daily. A group of 21-40 people will be charged $40.00
per night/daily.

POTOMAC GROUP CAMPGROUND 2

Potomac Group Camp 5

Potomac Group Camp 3

POTOMAC GROUP CAMPGROUND 1

POTOMAC GROUP CAMPGROUND

Potomac Group Camp 6

POTOMAC GROUP CAMPGROUND 4

Potomac Group Camp 7

Potomac Group Campground

## Overview

Silver Lake Campground is a small, primitive **hike or bike-in only**
campground located on Silver Lake in Leicester, VT. There are 15 campsites,
seven of which are available for advanced reservations along with eight first-
come, first-served sites. It is a 0.6 mile hike in or a 1.5 mile bike ride in
to access the campground.

**Please note: This Silver Lake Campground is located in Vermont.**

## Recreation

The Moosalamoo National Recreation Area consists of 16,000 acres abounding
with recreation opportunities. With over 70 miles of well-maintained trails,
mountain vistas, waterfalls, lakes and streams, it offers opportunities for
hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, swimming, fishing, hunting and more. From
Silver Lake Campground, several hiking and mountain biking trails begin,
including the Leicester Hollow / Chandler Ridge loop (open to hiking and
biking) and the Rattlesnake Cliff / Aunt Jenny hiking loop (closed March 15 -
August 1 for Peregrine Falcon nesting). Fishing and swimming are both popular
activities accessible from the campground.

## Facilities

There are two vault toilets and a spring (treat or boil water) within the
campground. **To access each campsite you must hike or bike-in, including all
your gear**. Each campsite has a fire ring, picnic table and a bear-proof food
storage locker.

There is no garbage service available; please carry out what you carry in.

## Natural Features

Silver Lake is a gorgeous 100-acre lake surrounded by National Forest on all
sides. It has attracted people for many generations and, along with its
natural beauty, holds a strong sense of history. Long before the famous Silver
Lake Hotel and religious retreat located on the site of today's picnic area,
ancestors of today's Abenaki people were here enjoying the peace and beauty.

## Nearby Attractions

The nearest available shopping and dining is in Brandon, located nine miles
from the campground. Also nearby is Middlebury (17 miles from the campground),
which offers many additional options.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Silver Lake Campground is a small, primitive <strong>hike or bike-in only </strong>campground located on Silver Lake in Leicester, VT. There are 15 campsites, seven of which are available for advanced reservations along with eight first-come, first-served sites. It is a 0.6 mile hike in or a 1.5 mile bike ride in to access the campground. </p>
<p><strong>Please note: This Silver Lake Campground is located in Vermont.</strong></p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The Moosalamoo National Recreation Area consists of 16,000 acres abounding with recreation opportunities. With over 70 miles of well-maintained trails, mountain vistas, waterfalls, lakes and streams, it offers opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, swimming, fishing, hunting and more. From Silver Lake Campground, several hiking and mountain biking trails begin, including the Leicester Hollow / Chandler Ridge loop (open to hiking and biking) and the Rattlesnake Cliff / Aunt Jenny hiking loop (closed March 15 - August 1 for Peregrine Falcon nesting). Fishing and swimming are both popular activities accessible from the campground.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>There are two vault toilets and a spring (treat or boil water) within the campground. <strong>To access each campsite you must hike or bike-in, including all your gear</strong>. Each campsite has a fire ring, picnic table and a bear-proof food storage locker.    </p>
<p>There is no garbage service available; please carry out what you carry in.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Silver Lake is a gorgeous 100-acre lake surrounded by National Forest on all sides. It has attracted people for many generations and, along with its natural beauty, holds a strong sense of history. Long before the famous Silver Lake Hotel and religious retreat located on the site of today's picnic area, ancestors of today's Abenaki people were here enjoying the peace and beauty.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The nearest available shopping and dining is in Brandon, located nine miles from the campground. Also nearby is Middlebury (17 miles from the campground), which offers many additional options.</p>

Finger Lakes National Forest

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