Moosalamoo Campground

Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Rochester, VT, VT

Price: From $15 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (70 reviews)

Season: May through October

Moosalamoo Campground is a small remote campground located at the base of Mt. A large mowed grass field in the middle of the campground is good for a variety of activities, especially for groups with children. There are 19 campsites (including one host site), six vault toilets and potable water is available on site via a hand-pump.The campground offers 18 overnight sites for tent and limited RV camping.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Camp Host, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/moosalamoo-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Small, remote campground at the base of Mt. Moosalamoo with a large mowed grass field suitable for groups and families. Located within the 16,000-acre Moosalamoo National Recreation Area offering diverse activities including hiking, biking, fishing, and water sports.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, North American Porcupine, White-tailed Deer, Common Loon, Northern Shrike, Yellow Palm Warbler, and Smooth Greensnake documented in the area.

Insider tips for Moosalamoo Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 19 sites and high demand. Hand-pump potable water available on site; verify water system operational before arrival given recent maintenance reports. Sites 3, 10, and 14 noted as favorites by recent campers.

Skip Moosalamoo Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, suitable for self-contained RVs only.. You require full-service amenities — this is a remote, primitive campground with vault toilets.. You are visiting outside May-October — campground is seasonally closed..

Best time to visit Moosalamoo Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Silver Lake Campground (Brandon, VT), Chittenden Brook Campground (Rochester, VT), Union Village Dam Picnic Area (Vt) (East Thetford, VT), North Hartland Lake Beach (Vt) (North Hartland, VT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Moosalamoo Campground

Cell signal at Moosalamoo Campground (Rochester, VT): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Moosalamoo Campground

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Rochester, VT, VT★ 4.5 (70 reviews)From $15/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Moosalamoo Campground is a small remote campground located at the base of Mt. A large mowed grass field in the middle of the campground is good for a variety of activities, especially for groups with children. There are 19 campsites (including one host site), six vault toilets and potable water is available on site via a hand-pump.The campground offers 18 overnight sites for tent and limited RV camping.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV20 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites1 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesCamp Host
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — no hookups available, suitable for self-contained RVs only.✕ You require full-service amenities — this is a remote, primitive campground with vault toilets.✕ You are visiting outside May-October — campground is seasonally closed.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 19 sites and high demand.

Hand-pump potable water available on site; verify water system operational before arrival given recent maintenance reports.

Sites 3, 10, and 14 noted as favorites by recent campers.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Black Bear, North American Porcupine, White-tailed Deer, Common Loon, Northern Shrike, Yellow Palm Warbler, and Smooth Greensnake documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Middlebury: Travel south on Route 7 to the junction of Route 125. Travel east on Route 125 for 6.8 miles, and turn right onto Forest Road 32. Follow FR 32 for 3.3 miles, and turn right onto Forest Road 24. The entrance to the campground loop is at 0.4 miles. From Rochester: Travel north on Route 100 to the junction of Route 125. Travel west on Route 125 for 10.9 miles, and turn left onto Forest Road 32. Follow FR 32 for 3.3 miles, and turn right onto Forest Road 24. The entrance to the camp

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Moosalamoo Campground cost per night?+
Moosalamoo Campground costs $15 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Moosalamoo Campground open?+
Moosalamoo Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Moosalamoo Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Moosalamoo Campground?+
Moosalamoo Campground can accommodate RVs up to 20 feet.
How do I make reservations at Moosalamoo Campground?+
Moosalamoo Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Moosalamoo Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Moosalamoo Campground is rated moderate. Best carrier: Verizon. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Moosalamoo Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Moosalamoo Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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$15 /night★ 4.5 (70)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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