Grout Pond Campground
Grout Pond is a popular destination for camping, hiking, paddling, and fishing. Located in a beautiful mixed conifer and hardwood forest, the campground has 12 reservable sites and offers easy access to over 10 miles of mulituse trails. The Green Mountain National Forest in partnership with the Vermont Huts Association has a cabin located at the Grout Pond Campground available for reservations. The Grout Pond Hut (pictured above) is open for year-round use and is located within the semi-remote campground on the Green Mountain National Forest.
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Site mix
| Walk-in | 8 |
| Standard, no hookups | 6 |
| Shelters | 2 |
| Host/management | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 20 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
16 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Walk-in | Partial | Lakefront | 6 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 2 | Walk-in | Partial | Lakefront | 4 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 3 | Walk-in | Partial | 4 / 1 | Yes | ||||
| 4 | Walk-in | Partial | 4 / 1 | Yes | ||||
| 5 | Walk-in | Partial | 4 / 1 | Yes | ||||
| 6 | Shelter | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | ||||
| 8 | Shelter | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | ||||
| 9 | Walk-in | Partial | Lakefront | 6 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 10 | Walk-in | Partial | Lakefront | 6 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 11 | Walk-in | Partial | Lakefront | 6 / 1 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 14 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground offers 12 overnight sites available for reservation. Nine of these sites are tent sites accessed by hiking in from the main parking area. Hike-in distances vary from a quarter to three-quarters of a mile. Three campsites are drive-in sites that accomodate small RVs. The campground also offers two drive-in sites that are available on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be reserved. All campsites are outfitted with fire rings and several have picnic tables. Hike-in sites have tent pads; please use the tent pads in order to minimize camping impacts. Vault toilets are located off the main parking area and near the old cabin building. Potable water is available from an old-fashioned hand pump in the day use area near the pond.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Forest | Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests |
| Booking | Most campsites are available for reservations at least 4 days in advance online through recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Camping Fee: $16.00 per site per night. Fees are paid at the self-service pay station located near the entrance to the site. |
| Rules | No horses, mountain bikes, or motorized vehicles. Maximum campers per site: 8 people. Dogs must be on a leash at all times. Quiet Hours are 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Check out time is 12:00 PM. Maximum stay is 14 days in any 30-day period. |
Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests recreation page ↗
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Getting there
From Route 7 in Arlington, take the Arlington exit and turn west on Route 313 at the end of the exit ramp. Take the first right onto South Road and follow to the end. Turn right onto Kansas Road and follow it over Route 7 and over a two-lane bridge.
| Nearest town | Manchester Center, Vermont |
| Coordinates | 43.0455° N, 72.9546° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | MS Sports at the Grand ↗ | 6.2 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 10.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | Orchard Trailers ↗ | 46.1 mi |
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Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miGrout Pond West0.8 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 0.1 miGrout Pond Loop ↗5.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, snowshoe and 1 more
- 0.2 miGrout Pond Hill Top1.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, snowshoe and 1 more
- 0.3 miGrout Pond East3.2 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 0.4 miGrout Pond Camp1.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, snowshoe and 1 more
- 0.5 miGrout Pond East Trail Accessunder 0.1 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forests.
- inGreen Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forests ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 854,081 acres
- 2.9 miLye Brook Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 18,122 acres
- 6.8 miGlastenbury Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 22,330 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Stratton Mountain Lookout TowerHistoric district · Stratton · 3.2 mi
- District No. 1 SchoolhouseBuilding · Somerset · 6 mi
- Zera Hard HouseBuilding · Manchester · 8.7 mi
Natural features
Grout Pond is 84 acres and 28 feet deep. The water can be chilly but refreshing on a hot summer day. The campground is located along the pond and is shaded by red maple, yellow birch and red spruce. Fall foliage viewing in the autumn months is excellent.
Recreation
Grout Pond offers a variety of recreation opportunities year-round. In the warmer months, fishing and non-motorized boating is popular on the pond. A 200-foot carry-in boat launch is accessible from an unloading pull-out just before the parking lot. Please help prevent the spread of non-native invasive species, such as Eurasian watermilfoil, by cleaning and drying your boat between each use. Hiking is another popular activity at Grout Pond. Over 10 miles of relatively flat trails are accessible from the campground. These trails connect with a more extensive system off National Forest lands around Somerset Reservoir to the south. Trails that are marked with blue diamond blazes are designed for cross-country skiing and can be very wet and muddy in the spring, summer, and even fall.
Nearby
Nearby attractions include hiking trails accessible from the site and paddling on the pond. The campground is also in close proximity to Appalachian/Long Trail trailheads off Kelly Stand Road and Stratton Mountain Resort and Village.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Grout Pond Campground?
Sites at Grout Pond Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Most campsites are available for reservations at least 4 days in advance online through recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Grout Pond Campground?
Camping Fee: $16.00 per site per night. Fees are paid at the self-service pay station located near the entrance to the site.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Grout Pond Campground?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Grout Pond Campground have?
18 sites, including 8 walk-in sites, 6 standard sites without power, and 2 shelter nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Grout Pond Campground?
The longest site here provides 14 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Grout Pond Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Grout Pond Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Grout Pond Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. No horses, mountain bikes, or motorized vehicles.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Grout Pond Campground?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Grout Pond Campground?
Grout Pond offers a variety of recreation opportunities year-round. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Grout Pond Campground?
Manchester Center, Vermont. Nearby attractions include hiking trails accessible from the site and paddling on the pond.
Source: Getting there
What if Grout Pond Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Winhall Brook Camping Area (10.9 mi), Hapgood Pond (14.7 mi, partly first-come), and Greendale Campground (22.1 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby