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Bingo Brook Campground

Open

Open year-round, first-come first-served. No vehicle access in winter as Forest Road 42 is not plowed. No reservations needed or accepted.

Frost Advisory issued September 22 at 1:20PM EDT until September 23 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Burlington VT

1:20 PM — September 23rd, 3:15 AM

* WHAT...Temperatures between 30 and 36 will result in frost formation. * WHERE...The St. Lawrence Valley, and portions of northern, central, and southern Vermont. * WHEN...From 2 AM to 9 AM EDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...In Chittenden and Franklin Counties in Vermont, and Clinton County in New York, frost will be less likely in areas near Lake Champlain.

Green Mountain National Forest

Grout Pond Drinking Water Unavailable

There is no drinking water available at Grout Pond Recreation Area at this time. Please plan ahead and come prepared.

Green Mountain National Forest

Forest Road 264 Closed Beginning July 8

Forest Road 264 will be closed from July 8 through September 30, 2026.Work will begin at the 2nd bridge, located 0.22 miles from the intersection of Mill Road and Forest Road 264, progressing toward the 5th bridge, 1.95 miles from the intersection. These improvements are necessary to ensure the…

About

Bingo Brook Campground is a primitive dispersed camping area situated along Forest Road 42 in the Rochester Ranger District of Green Mountain National Forest. The 10 designated sites are spread along Bingo Brook, a small mountain stream that runs parallel to the forest road. This is general forest camping at its most basic, ideal for those seeking solitude and a rustic backcountry experience without the crowds of developed campgrounds. The headwaters of Bingo Brook offer some of the best wild trout fishing in Vermont, with both brook trout and rainbow trout present. The surrounding Green Mountain National Forest provides access to hiking trails, including connections to the Long Trail and Appalachian Trail corridor. Stargazing is exceptional due to minimal light pollution in this remote area. This is truly primitive camping with no amenities. There are no restrooms, no potable water, and no trash service. Campers must bring all water or filter from the brook, pack out all trash, and practice Leave No Trace principles. The forest road is not plowed in winter, making vehicle access difficult or impossible during snow season.

Directions

From Rochester, Vermont, take State Route 73 west. Turn onto Forest Road 42, which runs alongside Bingo Brook. Campsites are dispersed along the forest road.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets No
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $0

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites

Contact

Phone +1 (802) 747-6700

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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