Winhall Brook Camping Area
Winhall Brook Camping Area is nestled in the Green Mountains of Vermont along Winhall Brook and the West River, seven miles north of Ball Mountain Lake. The campground has strong appeal to the outdoorsman at heart, offering hiking, biking and fishing opportunities in a beautiful natural setting.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 74 |
| Standard with electric | 23 |
| overnight shelter nonelectric | 14 |
Site guide
111 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L08 | NORT | Overnight Shelter Nonelectric | Back-in | Grass | Partial | No | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| L12 | NORT | Overnight Shelter Nonelectric | Back-in | Grass | Partial | No | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| L13 | NORT | Overnight Shelter Nonelectric | Back-in | Grass | Partial | No | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| L26 | NORT | Overnight Shelter Nonelectric | Back-in | Grass | Partial | No | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| L27 | NORT | Overnight Shelter Nonelectric | Back-in | Grass | Partial | No | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| L28 | NORT | Overnight Shelter Nonelectric | Back-in | Grass | Partial | No | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| N01 | NORT | Standard | Back-in | Partial | No | 6 / 2 | Yes | |||
| N02 | NORT | Standard | Back-in | Partial | No | 6 / 2 | Yes | |||
| N03 | NORT | Standard | Back-in | Partial | No | 6 / 2 | Yes | |||
| N04 | NORT | Standard | Back-in | Partial | No | 6 / 2 | 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 03:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Day Use Fees are no longer charged *Free Entry*. Firewood for sale at Contact Station. |
| Accessibility | Sites L05, L54, S11 are listed accessible |
- Winhall Brook offers 111 campsites within the North and South camping areas, located on either side of the Winhall River. Available campsites include:
- 74 standard non-electric sites.
- 14 standard non-electric sites with lean-to shelters.
- 23 standard sites with water and 50-amp electric hookups (Sites S6 - S28).
- During their stay, campers can enjoy various day-use opportunities within the park, such as playgrounds, picnic sites, a basketball court, volleyball court, and hiking trails, including several miles of the scenic West River Trail.
- Three restroom facilities within the campground provide flush toilets, showers, drinking water, and dish washing stations for all campers. Dump stations are available on either side of the campground.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Physical address: 919 Winhall Station Rd, South Londonderry, VT 05155. Contact Station Phone Number: (802) 824-4570. From Brattleboro, Vermont, travel north on Vermont Route 30 for 30 miles towards Rawsonville. Turn right onto Vermont Route 100 and continue for an additional 2.5 miles.
| Nearest town | South Londonderry, Vermont |
| Coordinates | 43.1630° N, 72.8104° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 0.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Arm's Saw Shop / Power Equipment ↗ | 8.5 mi |
| RV sales & service | Orchard Trailers ↗ | 51.9 mi |
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Trails nearby
- 4.8 miSwedes-050.3 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 4.8 miSwede1.2 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
- 8.2 miLye Brook Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 18,122 acres
- 9.2 miPeru Peak Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 7,824 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
- Londonderry Town HouseBuilding · South Londonderry · 2.2 mi
- Johnny Seesaw's Historic DistrictHistoric district · Peru · 6.9 mi
- West Townshend Stone Arch BridgeStructure · West Townshend · 7.4 mi
Natural features
Winhall Brook consists of broad grassy meadows amidst a beautiful northern hardwood forest, providing outstanding fall colors and wildlife habitat. Visitors may catch glimpses of the region's native fauna, which include moose, white-tailed deer, black bear, bald eagles, owls, osprey, woodpeckers and a wide variety of songbirds.
Recreation
The Winhall Brook Camping Area rests among the Winhall River, and its confluence with the West River, providing substantial opportunities for fishing and river access. Hiking and biking are popular summer activities during stays within the campground, and the snowy winter months allow opportunities outside the recreation season, including cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. A picnic shelter located on the North Side provides space for larger gatherings during the recreation season. The West River Trail stretches 16 miles along sections of the long-since-abandoned West River Railroad, connecting the villages of South Londonderry, Jamaica and Townshend, each with conveniences for those passing through. Hikers going south along the trail from the Winhall Brook Camping Area will pass notable waterfalls, including Angel Falls just north of Ball Mountain Lake, and Hamilton Falls, south of Ball Mountain Dam. The West River is the main tributary for Ball Mountain Lake, a flood control reservoir with hiking and scenic overlooks available year-round.
Nearby
- Angel Falls flows just south of the Winhall Brook Camping Area, accessible via the West River Trail traveling downriver towards Ball Mountain Lake. A custom stone bridge continues the West River Trail across the falls' pool for an up close view during your hike.
- The Green Mountain National Forest begins just 12 miles west of the Winhall Brook Camping Area, offering multiple opportunities for hiking, backpacking, biking, and scenic views. Head south on Vermont Route 100 towards Rawsonville, before turning west onto Vermont Route 30 towards Manchester, Vermont.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Winhall Brook Camping Area?
Sites at Winhall Brook Camping Area are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Winhall Brook Camping Area?
Day Use Fees are no longer charged *Free Entry*. Firewood for sale at Contact Station.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Winhall Brook Camping Area?
Check-in 03:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Winhall Brook Camping Area have?
111 sites, including 74 standard sites without power, 23 standard sites with power, and 14 overnight shelter nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Winhall Brook Camping Area?
The longest site here provides 40 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
Does Winhall Brook Camping Area have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Winhall Brook Camping Area?
Three restroom facilities within the campground provide flush toilets, showers, drinking water, and dish washing stations for all campers. Dump stations are available on either side of the campground.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Winhall Brook Camping Area?
Yes, pets are allowed at Winhall Brook Camping Area. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Winhall Brook Camping Area?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Winhall Brook Camping Area?
Sites L05, L54, and S11 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Winhall Brook Camping Area?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 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 Winhall Brook Camping Area?
The Winhall Brook Camping Area rests among the Winhall River, and its confluence with the West River, providing substantial opportunities for fishing and river access. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation