Smuggler's Notch State Park provides hiking, camping, nature programs, and mountain biking…read more Smuggler's Notch Park got its name because In 1807, President Thomas Jefferson passed an embargo act forbidding American trade with Great Britain and Canada. This was a severe hardship for northern Vermonters, since Montreal was closer than other markets in the US. Many local people continued illegal trade with Canada, herding cattle and carrying other goods through the Notch. Later, fugitive slaves used the Notch as an escape route to Canada. During the Prohibition years, liquor was smuggled from Canada over the improved road built in 1922. My mother and I just rode through and it was miles of the park with different areas to explore. The we're many hikers and explorers out. All I can say is the mountains are beautiful and the atmosphere is amazing. I would definitely want to come back in fall to see the trees change colors.

I love this twisty road! The spring is a must stop for a drink of water literally flowing out of…read morethe mountain. It's usually gorgeous in the fall but we missed the leaves this year. There are plenty of places to stop and hike along the notch. It's really a beautiful place.

We had a great experience--owner was very nice; atmosphere was quiet (granted, we visited while it…read morewas still a bit cold). Info to note: -It's closed from some time in the fall until about April. Not sure whether they have set dates or go by the weather. -there are only two stalls in the women's bathhouse, so I assume the same is true for the men, and the bathhouse has no heat or A/C. -the showers are coin operated: 25¢/5 minutes. One can pre-pay for multiple 5-minute increments at a time. -Shower water temp was easily adjustable, got nice and hot, and stayed that way for 20 minutes! -There are outlets in the bathhouse, e.g. for a hairdryer.

We arrived here late in the evening by bicycle after taking a wrong turn which required an extra 5…read moremiles of riding, half of it uphill. The campground was completely quiet and directions to our site had been left for us on the bulletin board at the camp office. We easily found our site, used the very clean restrooms, and fell asleep to the hooting of an owl. Next morning, we had a quick conversation with the campground manager who was raking up apples - the area seems to have been an apple orchard in the past. Very friendly. Campground was still fairly quiet, although we talked to a few other campers, and the restrooms were still clean. We didn't stay long, as we had to get on our way again, but our trip will take us back there for the last night, and will be glad to stay there again.

Perfect family campground! Local owner owned, very well maintained and clean. Check in is…read moreseamless, well stocked on site store. You'll appreciate the established feel, the mature landscaping, and the quiet nature of the guests. atmosphere was pure Vermont. We were in a deluxe site with concrete pad and picnic table, near the shuffle board court- it was great. Next time we come we may try a site that backs up to the river to mix it up.

My husband and I recently stayed at Mountain View Campground in Vermont. While the location has…read morepotential, our stay was quite disappointing due to a few major issues. To start, the roads leading into the campground were incredibly dusty and desperately need new gravel. The individual campsites are also on the smaller side, leaving you with very little space.A massive issue for me is that I work remotely, and the Wi-Fi here was terrible--essentially nonexistent. If you rely on internet access for work or streaming, be prepared to have no connectivity. Additionally, the water pressure at our site was awful, making basic tasks a hassle. Unless you are fully prepared to go off the grid and deal with tight spaces, you might want to look elsewhere.

I won't go in to the embarrassing and awful details of my first night at the campsite but let's…read morejust say if it wasn't for the generosity and over-the-top unbeatable hospitality of Martha, owner of Maple Hill, and her family (and friends), our weekend would have been absolutely ruined. Maple Hill offers an in-expensive and convenient camping experience for those looking to go hiking or sight seeing in the Bristol/Waterbury area. The "downtown" of Bristol is a short drive away if you need to buy supplies or want a nice evening out for dinner and ice cream. They have both wooded and field sites you can get a nice spot right on the river. There is also a bathhouse with running water, showers, and flush toilets. I have never been so pleased with an experience of true human compassion and the people running this campground are what all humans should achieve to be. I know this review may be somewhat cryptic but might I just add: Make sure that you remember that the road for the campground is located across the street from the white house and not to find yourself going down a rocky dirt road in the dark, in a rainstorm, in the fog....Things may not end up well for you haha. Anyways, Martha is the best and thank God for AAA. Check in and registration is at the white house and campsites run about 25/night for non electric sites.

Great little campground!…read more We had a spot right over the brook and fell asleep to the sound of it babbling. Some of the wooded spots are definitely on the small side but they vary. The field sites are huge, and open... they don't offer the privacy but would be a fantastic place camp with a group and stargaze. Maybe the only time I have used a campground bathroom and not had to avoid the hordes of harvestmen/daddylong-legs. And the bathroom lights are solar powered! Super nice owner, low rates, very clean grounds. It's close to some neat swimming holes, hiking and mountain biking trails, as well.

Where do I begin, the name says it all. It is child free which means it is super quiet and so…read morerelaxed. We spent about 11 days in absolute paradise at this campground. All of the sites are charming in their own right and the access to the lake is wonderful, providing a truly stunning view and wonderful place to cool off. The owners take great pride in the property that they have curated, and it is evident in every inch of the campsite. The facilities are cleaned daily, firewood is available, and the owners are a wealth of local knowledge and insight. this is by far the best campsite we have ever stayed at, the tone set by the owners really does attract a certain level of campers that are respectful and pleasant, there was no loud music, late nights or bright lights blazing through the night. This is an absolutely perfect place to decompress and enjoy the scenery. We cannot wait to come back!

We felt like we stepped into a garden paradise when we drove in! JC & Emma are delightful, really…read morework hard to keep this place lush, clean & interesting, and it shows. Bravo for running an out of the ordinary park. It's not for everyone, but we certainly couldn't have enjoyed our stay more! Oh, and did I mention the west facing "sunset deck" on the river? Magnificent!

Very nice family oriented campgrounds! New swimming pool, go carts, arcade, mini golf and…read moreplayground for children. Also you don't need to be camping there to enjoy this place. All activities are open to the public for a fee. Great place!!

Absolutely wonderful campground, Moriah (and smore) were wonderfully welcoming, helpful, and…read moreaccommodating. We enjoyed a lot of time on our site and at the beach. Fishing, kayaking, and lounging were just some highlights of our week long stay. It was a serene location!

This has been our family's and friends' go-to for summer fun for many years. Always accommodating,…read morealways friendly, always clean. Highly recommended for all, including those who camp with their dogs. Has a private beach, gazebo, and an enclosed dog play area.

What a wonderful find in Vermont! The owners were personable and available if needed. The…read morecampground was well maintained with lush grass sites. We camped late September so we were pleased that the clean and tidy bath houses were open. Nice Laundry facility with plenty of machines. Water pressure was good. If you're showering at the bath house you'll need to bring some quarters which wasn't an issue for our group. We recommend this RV park!!

This campground is very clean, quiet and peaceful. I stayed in one of the spacious screened…read morelean-to's . The lot was very well setup with a picnic table and fire ring. The person that helped me check in was very friendly and accommodating. I would definitely stay again.

This is a gorgeous park along the shore of lake Champlain, with a wonderful walkway for locals and…read moretourists to enjoy the beauty of the landscape. The downtown Burlington is visible from the park. There's also tiny beach like sand area available. The adjacent park is also very popular among locals. The area bbq stations setup. Multiple playground areas with slides, swing, and marry go round. The park has two parking areas. One closer to main park, another one is further in, closer to the tree house. Both are paid parkings, but when we went on Sunday, we didn't have to pay. There are couple of volleyball fields next to the treehouse. We saw a bunch of people playing. The treehouse itself was underwhelming. Still it is a beautiful park to visit.

What a nice park! It really has everything. Hiking trails by the river, playground, sports court,…read moreand the view! The playground has 2-3 sections so it's not over crowded at the same area. Along the hiking trail, there are equipments for physical therapy. The day we went was chilly but still quite a lot of people biking and hiking. The treehouse is cool but I think it will have better view in summer. Lots graffiti inside tho. I didn't like that. Parking lot on site (kiosk to pay fee?)