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bigdon68
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Apr 15, 2018

Shelburne Camping Area - whats it like???

Going to Shelburne Camping area in June -- just want for someone to give me a quick review of the place.
We have a 41 ft. 5th wheel so I hope it is open enough for us to get into a site.
The map doesn't look like they have pull thrus.

You help and advice would be appreciated.

bidgon68
  • I wouldn't call it a dump, but it's not a destination resort. It was pretty tight getting our 36' fifth wheel in one of the back-in sites, but we did and tucked the truck underneath the overhang and had room for the Corolla beside the truck. Don't know if you could do that with a 41' trailer, though. To us, what the campground was good for was as a place to stay while we visited Middlebury (my wife went to graduate school there), rode the bikes along the lake, visited Stowe, etc.

    Rob
  • Well, prepare yourself it's a bit of a dump! Okay, it's more than a "bit"... I've stayed there 6 or 8 times in the past years and I've heard myself say, "I'll never lower my standards to come to this dump again" But, looking at what else is in the area and I not there for the camping experience (my family lives in the area), it's not that bad. The place is well kept (sort of), the restroom are clean, there is no sewer for the transients, but the has water, power and cable and plenty of room at the sites... Well, most of them, but be sure to stress how big you are. I have a 38' travel trailer and I've always have more than enough room. If you're looking for 5 star resorts you'd better not come to VT, there aren't any.

    You'll be close to all the area attractions... Don't miss visiting Shelburne Farms, you'll really be impressed with that place. Also take it from an Old Vermonter grab a picnic lunch a go to Mt. Philo State Park. Bring your chairs and do lunch while over looking the Champlain Valley. It's an absolutely a must do! Its just down the road (Rt 7) from Shelburne.

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