Rivers Bend Campground

Owner is rude, aggressive and confrontational. an unbearably stressful experience.

At one point the Vermont State Police were there to calm him down. When leaving I heard one of the officers say, “This guy is an absolute nut job!”

The ladies who work there are very kind and try to be helpful but seem afraid. It sounds like they rely on him to live there year round.

There are cameras on buildings and on trees around the campground with microphones so don’t expect privacy.

A beautiful setting on the river but there is poison ivy, water snakes and cockroaches.

If anyone is wondering about the owners level of sanity, just read his responses to his guests that he has written here- for thousands to read. Then imagine what he says and what it’s like standing alone with him in the dark late at night with your family trying to sleep while overhearing this “nut job” on another rant.

We left right away, he kept all our money, we didn’t care. We went and had a very enjoyable vacation at another beautiful campground. There are many in the area and with people who are warm and friendly.

Great campground next to a beautiful river. Sites are good size and the views are fantastic along the river. Staff are great and the campground was in fantastic condition.
WE will be back again to enjoy this place.

I drove all the way there to check it out as a possible spot for a seasonal stay for 2026.
I didn't get to see the Campground because I wasn't allowed to go past the office/guard house. Apparently, one is only allowed to do a drive or walk thru on certain days no matter how far you drove to look at the Campground.
They have a ton of rules. Some seemed to be overkill.
I have to say, I don't know if its a good place or not. I wasn't allowed to see the property layout. I did not get a warm fuzzy feeling with my brief encounter there.

This is a very nice campground. We went tenting with our family and they love the river, pool, swings and even more the space.

They had an spectacular fireworks show due to 4th of July, it was amazing!!!

Only thing I do suggest for this camping to be perfect is that they add a bathroom or even a toilet closer to sites5,4,3,2,1, maybe near the trash?? Even a portable toilet helps when small children needs a bathroom at night time or an emergency. The main bathroom is far from these sites.

Thank you for having us! We hope to
Come back!

My family - and the families of several good friends - have been visiting River's Bend several times a year for many years and always enjoy our time there. The campground sits in a beautiful location at the juncture of the New Haven River and Otter Creek, is well maintained - including numerous upgrades since the new ownership took over the property - and has hosts who work hard to ensure all their guests are able to enjoy their stay. I'd highly recommend this campground, and look forward to our next stay!