$20 - $30 / night

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Established Camping

Wilgus State Park Campground

7 Reviews

About

State Park

The land of Wilgus State Park was given to the state of Vermont in 1933 by Colonel and Mrs. William Wilgus for the creation of Wilgus State Park.

The original park, constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps, consisted of a picnic area with large flue-type stone fireplaces and picnic tables, and the ranger's quarters.

The campground was developed and expanded between 1960 and the present time. Wilgus State Park is a very popular park for canoes and kayaks, since it is located on the Connecticut River.

This park provides day use access to the Connecticut River and the Pinnacle Trail hike provides a scenic vista of the Connecticut River Valley.

Facilities / Amenities There are 4 cabins, 15 tent/trailer sites and 6 lean-to sites which overlook the Connecticut River. There are two restrooms with flush toilets, hot and cold running water and coin-operated hot showers. There is a picnic area and 3 lean-tos in the Group area. Canoe and kayak rentals are available at the contact station as well as a WiFi connection. A trailer sanitary station is located near the ranger's quarters. There is also a small picnic shelter for campers.

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Location

Wilgus State Park Campground is located in Vermont

Directions

From I-91 (Exit #8): Go 1.5 miles south on US 5.

Address

3985 Route 5
Springfield, VT 05156

Coordinates

43.39100021 N
72.408 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

WiFi
Unknown
Verizon
Good
AT&T
Good
T-Mobile
Unknown

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group

Features

For Campers

ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Firewood Available
Phone Service
Reservable
WiFi
Showers
Drinking Water
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump

$20 - $30

/ night

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General Info

Reservations

(888) 409-7579

Jamie D.

Guide

Reviewed Oct. 1, 2021

Small and peaceful

A tad close to Rte 5, but it quiets down in the evening. Sites are also a bit small but well spaced from others; we had not problem with our 20' trailer. View of river is pretty nice.

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Month of VisitNovember

Bryan P C.

Guide

Reviewed Sep. 1, 2019

My favorite

Nice group camping area on Connecticut River with tent and lean to options. Ranger Eric and staff were awesome.

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Susan E.

Scout

Reviewed Aug. 10, 2018

Small, Quiet, Clean

This is a small park, but it's a good spot to stay to explore the area (nearby Mt. Ascutney State Park, Harpoon Brewery, the American Precision Museum, etc.).

Kayaking on the river is the big draw, which is a great place to be on a hot day.

The one hike across the road is steep so it would not be suitable for small children, but walking around the campground is very pleasant.

The grounds and facilities are immaculate.

Month of VisitAugust

Cailin G.

Scout

Reviewed May. 17, 2018

Beautiful

Absolutely loved this campground. The setting was beautiful and peaceful. The staff were very helpful during our stay there on May 4-6, where we were under a tornado warning. We visited this campground as part of a Camporee with the Pathfinders - it's a Christian Scouting organization.

Month of VisitJune

Tara S.

Legend

Reviewed Sep. 29, 2017

All About the Connecticut River

Wilgus State Park is the first Vermont state park to open each spring, well before Memorial Day each year. While it's still pretty cold for camping in Vermont in early May, you can get a jump start on the season by renting one of the four camping cabins. I'll admit that I haven't stayed in one of the Wilgus cabins, but they are pretty much the same all over Vermont - nothing fancy - just four solid walls, bunk beds, and a small table.

Usually when we stay at Wilgus State Park, we rent a lean-to or stay in site #16, which is the very last tent site, and the most private. All sites have a great view of the river, but I won't go so far as to call them waterfront as there is a bank covered with lush foliage between the sites and the water. There is also a short trail that runs between the campsites and the water - a great place to watch the sunrise!

The best part about camping here is getting out on the water. You can rent kayaks and canoes, and the river moves slowly enough to paddle up stream. There is also a shuttle service run by Great River Outfitters upstream in Windsor. If you make reservations, the come to the park (I think on Wednesdays and Fridays), and they will pick you up in the morning, drive you up river to Windsor, outfit you with a canoe or kayak, and let you paddle back to the park. Later in the evening they will come back and pick up the boats. If you choose this option, be sure to stop at Artisan Park, right on the river and have lunch at Harpoon Brewery.

The campground is really small (under 25 sites) and super quiet. Restrooms are clean. There is a short hiking trail, which is just okay - no views or anything. The ranger has been there for years and is an expert fisherman. He's got lots of tips if you ask. For good hiking, be sure to check out Mt. Ascutney, which is just a few miles away.

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Month of VisitJune

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Franklin R.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 1, 2016

Awesome!!

This place was such a fun place to go camping! We brought a drift boat and fishing gear and had a blast! There was sites for tents, as well as cabins and lean to's this place was beautiful with such a relaxing and humbling environment

Tim K.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 1, 2016

Wilgus on CT River

We have been to Wilgus twice in the last month. Just a few miles from Brattleboro this campsite is perfect for those who love to fish, kayak or canoe. Set on the banks of CT River Wilgus has tent sites, lean to's and 4 newly built cabins. There is also a boat launch for drift boats as well. Quiet campsite with hiking trails right from the campground. Bathrooms and showers were clean which is a theme in VT, they take great care of their parks. The cabin is great as it has a set of bunk beds and futon. Great for starting out with your kids.

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