Warning
GeneralThe Grout Pond Campground facility will be under construction during the 2026 season. The Pond Loop Trail leading walk-in sites 1 - 11 will be under construction from May - October. Campsites 1 - 11 will be open on a first-come, first-served basis and will not be reservable on Recreation.gov. The trail will be upgraded to accessible standards, which will greatly improve the visitor experience. Parking in the lower lot near the pond will be very limited due to the construction staging area. Please use caution at the site, as equipment will be using the access road and Pond Loop trail to complete the improvements. Thank you for your patience as we improve the site for future use.
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About Grout Pond Campground
Number of accommodations: 13
Campground Amenities
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Pet Friendly
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (63)
What Guests Are Saying
Grout Pond Campground offers a serene and clean semi-primitive camping experience with well-maintained trails and beautiful scenery. Guests appreciate the quiet atmosphere, spacious sites, and the proximity to the pond for kayaking and swimming. While the walk-in distance and limited amenities can be challenging for some, many plan to return for future visits, highlighting the campground as a wonderful spot for families and nature lovers.
What Guests Are Saying
Grout Pond Campground offers a serene and clean semi-primitive camping experience with well-maintained trails and beautiful scenery. Guests appreciate the quiet atmosphere, spacious sites, and the proximity to the pond for kayaking and swimming. While the walk-in distance and limited amenities can be challenging for some, many plan to return for future visits, highlighting the campground as a wonderful spot for families and nature lovers.
Review Summary
Lucas P
VerifiedJuly 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 4, Loop:
Great scenery, not much hiking nearby. Reserve a spot on the water for sure.
Julius H
VerifiedJuly 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 17, Loop:
We an incredible time camping this past week, however we reserved a spot online and learned we were not able to camp there due to reservations needing to be made 3 days in advance (THIS WAS NOT MADE CLEAR ON THE WEBSITE). Great place to camp, kayak, fish, and swim! Would recommend!
Anonymous
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Location Grout Pond Campground
Address:
2538 Depot Street
Manchester Center, VT, 05255
United States
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. After the bridge turn right and travel east on the Kelley Stand Road (Stratton-Arlington Road) for about 10.32 mils. Turn right onto Forest Road 262 and follow in to the end.
From Route 100 in West Wardsboro, travel west on the Kelley Stand Road (Stratton-Arlington Road) for about 6.0 miles. Turn left onto Forest Rooad 262 and follow it to the end.
Latitude & Longitude: 43.0455 / -72.9546
Elevation: 713 feet
Policies & Rules
| Category | About |
|---|---|
| General |
There are no electricity/water/sewer hookups at this campground. |
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralThe Grout Pond Campground facility will be under construction during the 2026 season. The Pond Loop Trail leading walk-in sites 1 - 11 will be under construction from May - October. Campsites 1 - 11 will be open on a first-come, first-served basis and will not be reservable on Recreation.gov. The trail will be upgraded to accessible standards, which will greatly improve the visitor experience. Parking in the lower lot near the pond will be very limited due to the construction staging area. Please use caution at the site, as equipment will be using the access road and Pond Loop trail to complete the improvements. Thank you for your patience as we improve the site for future use.
