Finding primitive backcountry tent camping sites in Vermont state forests means looking for simple, nature-first places to pitch a tent. The locations below are campgrounds, camping areas, and campsites across Vermont, including Victory State Forest Primitive Camping and other tent-friendly options in or near forested parts of the state. Each entry uses only verified listing information such as category, town, address, and aggregate rating.
This list is built for campers who want a straightforward comparison before choosing where to go. Some options sit in remote-feeling corners of Vermont, while others are close to towns, rivers, or lakes. Ratings and review counts are included where available so you can weigh popularity alongside the style of each camping area. Where information is not available, it is left out rather than guessed.
Use this guide as a starting point, then confirm current rules, reservations, and access details with each location or the relevant Vermont land manager before you travel. Primitive camping often means fewer services, so planning ahead matters.
★★★★☆ 4.3 · 4 reviews
Victory State Forest Primitive Camping is listed as a campground in Victory, VT 05858. Its name explicitly references primitive camping within a state forest setting, making it the most directly relevant option on this list for campers searching for primitive backcountry tent sites in Vermont state forests. The listing holds an aggregate rating of 4.3 from 4 reviews. It sits at latitude 44.5465027, longitude -71.8272399 in a sparsely populated part of northeastern Vermont. No amenity, fee, or reservation details are provided in the listing.
Address: Victory State Forest Primitive Camping, Victory, VT 05858, United States
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★★★★★ 4.6 · 383 reviews
Camping On The Battenkill is a campground at 48 Camping on the Battenkill, Arlington, VT 05250. It has a strong aggregate rating of 4.6 from 383 reviews, indicating a well-established and frequently reviewed camping area. Located at latitude 43.08393419999999, longitude -73.1454729, it sits in southern Vermont near the Battenkill area. The listing category is Campground. No opening dates, site types, or fee information are provided, so campers should confirm details directly.
Address: Camping On The Battenkill, 48 Camping on the Battenkill, Arlington, VT 05250, United States
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★★★★☆ 4.2 · 308 reviews
Shelburne Camping Area is a campground at 4385 Shelburne Rd, Shelburne, VT 05482. It holds an aggregate rating of 4.2 from 308 reviews, making it one of the more reviewed camping options in this list. Its location at latitude 44.393356, longitude -73.217636 places it in northwestern Vermont near Shelburne. The listing identifies it as a Campground. No information about tent-specific sites, hookups, season, or pricing is included in the supplied data.
Address: Shelburne Camping Area, 4385 Shelburne Rd, Shelburne, VT 05482, United States
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★★★★☆ 4.3 · 158 reviews
Running Bear Camping Area is a campground at 113 Running Bear Trail, Windsor, VT 05089. It has an aggregate rating of 4.3 from 158 reviews. The address and name suggest a dedicated camping area in Windsor, in eastern-central Vermont, at latitude 43.4223967, longitude -72.4027878. The listing category is Campground. Details such as site types, services, and reservation policies are not available in the supplied data and should be verified before visiting.
Address: Running Bear Camping Area, 113 Running Bear Trail, Windsor, VT 05089, United States
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★★★★☆ 4.4 · 51 reviews
Howell's Camping Area is a campground at 212 No Name Rd, Arlington, VT 05250. It holds an aggregate rating of 4.4 from 51 reviews. Located at latitude 43.0700666, longitude -73.1635909, it sits in the same general southern Vermont area as other Arlington listings. The category is Campground. No amenity, tent-pad, or fee details are provided, so campers should check directly for current conditions and availability.
Address: Howell's Camping Area, 212 No Name Rd, Arlington, VT 05250, United States
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★★★★☆ 4 · 69 reviews
Lakeside Camping is a campground at 1348 VT-105, Island Pond, VT 05846. It has an aggregate rating of 4.0 from 69 reviews. The address places it in Island Pond, in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom, at latitude 44.8099093, longitude -71.8613435. The listing category is Campground. The city field is not provided, but the address identifies Island Pond. No information on tent sites, boat access, season, or pricing is included.
Address: Lakeside Camping, 1348 VT-105, Island Pond, VT 05846, United States
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★★★★★ 5 · 10 reviews
Gus's Gardens Camping is listed as a camping farm at 177 VT-9, Wilmington, VT 05363. It holds a perfect aggregate rating of 5.0 from 10 reviews, though the low review count means it should be treated as a smaller or newer listing. It is located at latitude 42.8726622, longitude -72.8861388 in southern Vermont near Wilmington. The category is Camping farm. No details about site types, farm activities, or fees are provided in the supplied data.
Address: Gus's Gardens Camping, 177 VT-9, Wilmington, VT 05363, United States
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★★★★★ 5 · 3 reviews
Clyde River Camping is a campground at 466 Center School Rd, West Charleston, VT 05872. It has an aggregate rating of 5.0 from 3 reviews; the very small review count means the rating reflects limited feedback. It is located at latitude 44.8411653, longitude -72.02516109999999 in northern Vermont near West Charleston. The category is Campground. No information on river access, tent sites, season, or pricing is included, so campers should confirm details locally.
Address: Clyde River Camping, 466 Center School Rd, West Charleston, VT 05872, United States
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★★★★★ 4.7 · 605 reviews
Quechee Pine Valley Campground is listed as an RV park at 3700 Woodstock Rd, White River Junction, VT 05001. It has a high aggregate rating of 4.7 from 605 reviews, making it the most reviewed location in this list. It sits at latitude 43.6585502, longitude -72.3852175 in eastern Vermont. Because the category is RV park, tent campers should verify whether tent sites are available. The city field is not provided, but the address identifies White River Junction.
Address: Quechee Pine Valley Campground, 3700 Woodstock Rd, White River Junction, VT 05001, United States
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★★★★★ 4.6 · 258 reviews
Mountain View Campground is an RV park at 3154 VT-15, Morristown, VT 05661. It holds an aggregate rating of 4.6 from 258 reviews. Located at latitude 44.568742, longitude -72.53424199999999, it sits in northern Vermont near Morristown. The category is RV park, so tent-specific availability is not confirmed by the listing. No amenity, season, or pricing details are supplied, and campers should check directly before planning a tent stay.
Address: Mountain View Campground, 3154 VT-15, Morristown, VT 05661, United States
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★★★★☆ 3.7 · 283 reviews
Lake Bomoseen KOA Holiday is a campground at 18 Campground Dr, Bomoseen, VT 05732. It has an aggregate rating of 3.7 from 283 reviews. It is located at latitude 43.6835152, longitude -73.1890337 in western Vermont near Lake Bomoseen. The KOA branding indicates a managed campground, but no details about tent sites, hookups, amenities, or season are included in the supplied data. Campers should confirm current offerings directly.
Address: Lake Bomoseen KOA Holiday, 18 Campground Dr, Bomoseen, VT 05732, United States
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★★★★★ 4.6 · 211 reviews
Greenwood Lodge & Campsites is a campground at 311 Greenwood Dr, Woodford, VT 05201. It holds an aggregate rating of 4.6 from 211 reviews. Located at latitude 42.877, longitude -73.0770955, it sits in southern Vermont near Woodford. The category is Campground. No information about lodge rooms, tent sites, services, or fees is provided in the listing, so campers should verify availability and site types before booking or arriving.
Address: Greenwood Lodge & Campsites, 311 Greenwood Dr, Woodford, VT 05201, United States
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How We Selected These Places
This list was assembled from the supplied structured location data for Vermont camping options, with priority given to locations whose names or categories indicate camping, tent camping, primitive camping, or state forest access. Each listing was compared using available fields: category, city or address, aggregate rating, review count, and geographic placement across Vermont. No on-site visits, inspections, or personal testing were performed, and no facts were added beyond the supplied data. Locations are presented in the order provided, and missing details such as prices, hours, amenities, or booking requirements are intentionally omitted. Ratings and review counts are shown only where supplied and should be treated as general signals rather than endorsements.
Tips
Before heading out for primitive backcountry tent camping in Vermont, confirm the current rules for the specific state forest or campground you plan to use. Primitive sites often have limited or no services, so plan to carry in what you need. Check seasonal access, since many Vermont camping areas operate on a seasonal schedule. Use the supplied addresses and coordinates to navigate, and treat ratings and review counts as general signals rather than guarantees. Leave no trace, follow local fire regulations, and store food properly to protect wildlife.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which Vermont state forest is best known for primitive tent camping?
- Victory State Forest Primitive Camping in Victory, VT is the most directly relevant listing in this data because its name explicitly references primitive camping in a state forest. It holds an aggregate rating of 4.3 from 4 reviews.
- Are there tent-friendly campgrounds near Vermont state forests?
- Yes. The list includes campgrounds such as Camping On The Battenkill, Shelburne Camping Area, Running Bear Camping Area, Howell's Camping Area, Lakeside Camping, Clyde River Camping, and Greenwood Lodge & Campsites. Tent-specific availability is not confirmed in the supplied data, so campers should check directly.
- Which campground on this list has the most reviews?
- Quechee Pine Valley Campground has the most reviews in this dataset, with 605 reviews and an aggregate rating of 4.7. It is listed as an RV park, so tent campers should verify whether tent sites are offered.
- Do these Vermont camping listings include fees, hours, or amenities?
- No. The supplied data includes category, address, rating, and review count only. Fees, opening hours, amenities, and reservation details are not provided and should be confirmed with each location or the relevant land manager.
- Should I rely only on ratings when choosing a primitive campsite?
- Ratings are useful but should be combined with other factors such as location, category, and review count. Some listings here have very few reviews, so the rating reflects limited feedback and should be treated as a general signal rather than a guarantee.
Conclusion
Choosing among primitive backcountry tent camping sites in Vermont state forests and nearby campgrounds comes down to matching the setting to your trip style. Victory State Forest Primitive Camping is the clearest state-forest primitive option in this data, while the other campgrounds and camping areas offer alternatives in different parts of Vermont, from Arlington and Shelburne to Island Pond and Woodford. Use the addresses, ratings, and review counts here as a starting point, then confirm current rules, seasons, and site availability directly. With the right planning, Vermont's forested camping areas can provide a simple, memorable tent camping experience.
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