Dispersed Camping in Washington County, Vermont
Showing 24 locations in Washington County.
Austin Brook Road Dispersed
A scenic corridor along Austin Brook (Forest Road 25) offering quiet campsites nestled in a lush, wooded valley with an adjacent brook. This popular camping area features several sites with established fire pits, ideal for tent campers and small vans, though tight turns and low-hanging branches make it unsuitable for larger rigs. Visitors are reminded to pack out all trash to help preserve this fragile riparian habitat.
Barre Auditorium Public Parking
A large, paved municipal parking lot located behind the Barre Municipal Auditorium. It provides a convenient urban overnight parking option near downtown Barre, though visitors should maintain a low profile and limit stays to one night.
Blueberry Lake North Parking
A developed National Forest Service parking area situated on the northern end of Blueberry Lake. This location features peaceful surroundings with direct access to local trails and scenic lake views.
Blueberry Lake South Parking
An official National Forest Service parking area located on the south side of Blueberry Lake. This spot provides access to hiking trails and the water, offering a peaceful overnight option for self-contained campervans and smaller rigs.
Boulevard Brewing Parking Lot
A local brewery parking lot where overnight parking may be permitted for small, self-contained camper vans. Travelers should always ask the management for permission before staying.
Cottonbrook Road Primitive Camping
A collection of designated primitive walk-in campsites and a small vehicle parking and canoe launch area located along Cottonbrook Road in Mt. Mansfield State Forest, offering quiet forest camping near Waterbury Reservoir.
Duxbury Road Pullout
A basic roadside gravel pullout located off Duxbury Road near Waterbury, suitable for a quick overnight stop.
Hump Brook Campsite
A primitive, walk-in backcountry campsite located along the wilderness trails of Camels Hump State Park.
Hunger Mountain Trailhead
A gravel parking area for hikers accessing the Waterbury Trail up Hunger Mountain, located in Putnam State Forest. It offers a flat space suitable for small campervans to park overnight before a morning hike.
Little River State Park
A popular and heavily forested state park campground situated along the reservoir, offering numerous wooded sites, cabins, and clean modern restroom facilities. Bookings are highly recommended during peak summer months.
Montpelier Dog River Road Parks
These municipal recreation areas along the river offer basic, short-term overnight parking with quick highway access, though they are prone to highway noise and unhoused encampments.
Montpelier Urban Stealth & Street Parking
An urban street parking zone in Montpelier, providing flat roadside parallel parking spots near the historic city center. Ideal for fully self-contained vehicles seeking overnight resting points.
Montpelier Visitor Center & State Office Lot
A large paved parking lot located behind the Montpelier Visitor Center along the Winooski River. It features scenic river views and flat parking, within walking distance of downtown. The front lot is reserved for state employees during weekday business hours, but overnight resting in vehicles is generally tolerated in the designated rear areas.
Mount Clark Dispersed Area
Undocumented dispersed camping option situated within a scenic forested area near Mount Clark.
North Bear Swamp Road Trailhead
A rustic mountain trailhead parking area located at the high end of North Bear Swamp Road. Offers access to the Worcester Range trail system and features scenic mountain views and a seasonal pit toilet.
North Branch Nature Center Area
A flat gravel parking area serving a local nature center and community garden. While hikers and gardeners frequent the area, overnight parking is generally unauthorized and carries a high risk of contact by staff.
Parkway Curbside Parking (Montpelier)
Residential curbside parking along Parkway in Montpelier. Overnight parking is permitted during the warmer months, but strictly banned in winter for snow clearing.
Primitive Campsite #19
A designated primitive walk-in campsite nestled in the woods off Cottonbrook Road. It provides a peaceful and rustic setting for tent camping.
Primitive Campsite #20
A quiet, designated walk-in campsite offering high privacy. Tucked into the forested terrain near Cottonbrook Road.
Primitive Campsite #21
A scenic primitive walk-in campsite located further along the trail network off Cottonbrook Road, surrounded by dense trees.
Primitive Campsite #22
A designated primitive campsite located near the upper sections of the Cottonbrook Road trail system, offering deep forest solitude.
Warren Falls Parking
An official Forest Service trailhead parking lot directly adjacent to the scenic Warren Falls. It offers wooded surroundings and direct access to hiking trails and natural water features.
Waterbury Public Library Overnight Parking
Tolerated municipal overnight parking located at the public library in Waterbury. Overnight visitors are permitted to use the parking area closest to the building. This is a quiet, family-friendly location within walking distance of local services.
Waterbury Urban Parking & Transit Zone
This urban zone covers convenient parking options in Waterbury, Vermont, including the Amtrak long-term transit lot and the dog park arena area. These flat, paved surfaces offer excellent access to downtown restaurants, cafes, and local shops, making them popular for camper vans and smaller rigs, though ambient road traffic and scheduled train noise are present.