Hapgood Pond
Hapgood Pond Recreation Area and Campground is situated next to its scenic namesake pond, 13 miles east of Manchester, Vermont. Visitors enjoy camping, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, swimming, and hiking.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 26 |
| group picnic area | 2 |
| Walk-in | 2 |
| Host/management | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 25 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
30 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | HAPG | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | |
| 002 | HAPG | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | |
| 003 | HAPG | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | |
| 004 | HAPG | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 |
| 005 | HAPG | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | |
| 006 | HAPG | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 |
| 007 | HAPG | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | |
| 008 | HAPG | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 |
| 009 | HAPG | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | |
| 010 | HAPG | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 25 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
Hapgood Pond Recreation Area offers family campsites and day-use picnic shelters for groups. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Each family campsite is equipped with a picnic table, campfire ring with grill, parking spur, and a cleared area for a tent. Campsites 9-28 are reservable. Each group picnic shelter can accommodate up to 35 people, and is equipped with a pavilion, picnic tables, and a grill. The two shelters are available for reservations.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | Memorial Day to Columbus Day |
| Forest | Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests |
| Booking | Reservations must be made 4 days in advance. |
| Fees | Day-use fees, payable the self-service fee stations located near the entrance to the site: $5.00 per vehicle. Walk-ins and bicyclers have a reduced fee. Camping fees, payable at the camping self-service fee station: $20.00 per site per night. |
| Rules | 8 people maximum per site. Checkout time is 12:00 PM. Dogs must be on a leash at all times. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Maximum stay is 14 days in a 30-day period |
Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests recreation page ↗
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Getting there
From Manchester, take Route 11 6 miles east and go left into Peru. Continue 2 miles north on Hapgood Pond Road.
| Coordinates | 43.2533° N, 72.8922° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 7.6 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Gear Haus ↗ | 9.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | Blue Compass RV ↗ | 56.5 mi |
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Hapgood Pond Campground | Green Mountain National Forest [Review]
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miHapgood Nature1.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.2 miHapgood Campground Spurunder 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.5 miWild Wings - Woodcock0.3 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 0.6 miWild Wings - Snow Goose1 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 0.6 miWild Wings - Maccuaig'S Field0.3 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 0.6 miCatamount - Peru0.9 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
- 1.8 miPeru Peak Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 7,824 acres
- 4.1 miBig Branch Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 6,725 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
- Johnny Seesaw's Historic DistrictHistoric district · Peru · 3.1 mi
- Londonderry Town HouseBuilding · South Londonderry · 5.6 mi
- John Wilder HouseBuilding · Weston · 5.6 mi
Natural features
Hapgood Pond Recreation Area is eight acres and is set in a wooded area in the northeastern portion of the Green Mountain National Forest, which encompasses over 400,000 acres in southwestern and central Vermont. Hapgood Pond covers another 12 acres which is perfect for swimming, boating, and fishing. The Green Mountain National Forests includes three nationally designated trails: the Appalachian Trail, the Long Trail, and the Robert Frost National Recreation Trail. The Forest also contains three alpine ski areas, seven Nordic ski areas, and approximately 900 miles of multiple-use trails.
Recreation
The Hapgood Pond is a popular place for non-motorized boating, including canoeing and kayaking. A carry-down launch area is located on the south end of the pond. Fishing and swimming are also favorite activities. Hapgood boasts the Forest's only designated and managed swim beach. A fishing pier is located on the south shore. Hapgood Pond Trail begins in the day-use area and continues almost a mile around the north edge of the pond to the dam. A short spur trail follows a stream and winds through the woods around the pond. Younger visitors love the big play field area within Hapgood, a perfect spot for Frisbee or ball games.
Nearby
The town of Manchester, Vermont, popular for its shops, restaurants, and other attractions, including the American Museum of Fly Fishing, is a short drive away.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Hapgood Pond?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Hapgood Pond?
Day-use fees, payable the self-service fee stations located near the entrance to the site: $5.00 per vehicle. Walk-ins and bicyclers have a reduced fee. Camping fees, payable at the camping self-service fee station: $20.00 per site per night.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Hapgood Pond?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Hapgood Pond open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Memorial Day to Columbus Day.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Hapgood Pond have?
32 sites, including 26 standard sites without power, 2 group picnic area, and 2 walk-in sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Hapgood Pond?
The longest site here provides 25 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
What is there to do at Hapgood Pond?
The Hapgood Pond is a popular place for non-motorized boating, including canoeing and kayaking. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Hapgood Pond is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Winhall Brook Camping Area (7.5 mi), Greendale Campground (7.6 mi), and Little Rock Pond/Green Mountain Loop (10.7 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby