Best camping near Essex Junction

22 campgrounds · 22 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best camping near Essex Junction, Vermont — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 15 of 22 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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Scouts Point
#1 Scouts Point Prime
2.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Comfortable day · high 72°F· No active weather warnings
Scouts Point camping area, located in the state of Vermont, offers a range of amenities to make your camping experience enjoyable. The campground provides spacious and…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 28 things to do within 15 mi
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North Beach
#2 North Beach Prime
9.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Mild day · high 68°F· No active weather warnings
North Beach camping area is located in the state of Vermont and offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground provides restroom facilities, picnic tables, and fire pits…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 31 things to do within 15 mi
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Appletree Bay Campground
#3 Appletree Bay Campground Prime
12.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Mild day · high 66°F· No active weather warnings
Appletree Bay Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Vermont. Nestled in a serene natural setting, this campground offers a range of amenities to enhance…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 42 things to do within 15 mi
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Grand Isle State Park
#4 Grand Isle State Park Prime
15.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Mild day · high 66°F· No active weather warnings
Grand Isle State Park in Vermont offers established campsites (no dispersed camping) with required reservations and modest fees. The campground features flush toilets, hot…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 35 things to do within 15 mi
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Burton Island
#5 Burton Island Prime
17.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Mild day · high 66°F· No active weather warnings
Burton Island camping area is a picturesque island located in Lake Champlain, Vermont, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and water. The campground has 17…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 29 things to do within 15 mi
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Primitive Campsite 19
#6 Primitive Campsite 19 Prime
18.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Comfortable day · high 72°F· No active weather warnings
Primitive Campsite 19, located in the state of New York, is a charming camping area that offers a unique and immersive outdoor experience. This campground is known for its rustic…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 33 things to do within 15 mi
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Primitive Campsite 20
#7 Primitive Campsite 20 Prime
18.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Comfortable day · high 72°F· No active weather warnings
Primitive Campsite 20 is located in the state of New York and offers a serene camping experience. This campground does not provide many amenities, making it perfect for those…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 33 things to do within 15 mi
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Ausable Point  - DEC
#8 Ausable Point - DEC Prime
18.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Comfortable day · high 72°F· No active weather warnings
Ausable Point - Dec camping area, located in the state of New York, is a fantastic destination for campers of all ages. Situated near Lake Champlain, this campground offers a…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 36 things to do within 15 mi
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Primitive Campsite 13
#9 Primitive Campsite 13 Prime
18.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Comfortable day · high 71°F· No active weather warnings
Primitive Campsite 13 is a secluded and tranquil camping area located in the state of New York. Situated in a picturesque setting, it offers a true wilderness experience for…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 34 things to do within 15 mi
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Primitive Campsite 14
#10 Primitive Campsite 14 Prime
18.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Comfortable day · high 72°F· No active weather warnings
Primitive Campsite 14, located in the state of New York, is a serene camping area surrounded by natural beauty. This campground offers a true primitive experience, with limited…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 34 things to do within 15 mi
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Primitive Campsite 15
#11 Primitive Campsite 15 Prime
18.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Comfortable day · high 72°F· No active weather warnings
Primitive Campsite 15 is a secluded camping area located in the state of New York. Situated amidst breathtaking natural beauty, this campground offers a truly rustic and primitive…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 33 things to do within 15 mi
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Primitive Campsite 16
#12 Primitive Campsite 16 Prime
18.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Comfortable day · high 72°F· No active weather warnings
Primitive Campsite 16 is a picturesque camping area located in the state of New York. This campground offers a truly rustic experience, with no modern amenities provided. As a…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 33 things to do within 15 mi
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Mt. Philo State Park
#13 Mt. Philo State Park Prime
19.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Comfortable day · high 71°F· No active weather warnings
Mt. Philo State Park is a popular camping destination located in Vermont. Situated in a picturesque area, this campground offers a range of amenities to enhance your camping…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 26 things to do within 15 mi
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Twin Brooks Tenting Area
#14 Twin Brooks Tenting Area Prime
11.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Comfortable day · high 72°F· No active weather warnings
Twin Brooks Tenting Area is a beautiful campground nestled in the heart of Vermont, offering picturesque views of the surrounding mountains and forests. The area is dotted with…
Why 72: live conditions (prime) · 10 things to do within 15 mi
72Top-rated
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Primitive Campsite #21
#15 Primitive Campsite #21 Prime
16.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Comfortable day · high 72°F· No active weather warnings
Primitive Campsite #21 is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Vermont. Nestled in a serene natural setting, this campground offers a true back-to-nature experience…
Why 73: live conditions (prime) · 11 things to do within 15 mi
73Top-rated

Camping near Essex Junction

The Essex Junction area has 22 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best camping near Essex Junction

How are these campgrounds ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

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