Woods Island State Park Campground
The campground opens May 22, 2026 and operates through September 6, 2026. Reservations require a 2-night minimum if booked more than 7 days in advance; one-night stays are permitted within 7 days of arrival. Sites can be reserved up to 11 months in advance on a rolling basis.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 2 at 1:36PM EDT until July 3 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105. * WHERE...The Champlain Valley of New York and Vermont, as well as eastern Windsor County in Vermont. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The highest heat index values will occur between 1 PM and 5 PM daily through Friday.
About
Woods Island State Park sits in northern Lake Champlain near Burton Island, offering one of Vermont's most remote camping experiences. The 125-acre island features five primitive tent sites spread along the shoreline, each providing waterfront solitude accessible only by boat. A 2-mile interpretive loop trail circles the island through mixed forest, and the rocky shoreline offers excellent swimming and fishing opportunities. This is true backcountry camping. There are no docks, so visitors must beach their boats or anchor offshore. The island has no potable water, electricity, or modern facilities. Each campsite includes a fire ring and picnic table, with composting outhouses serving the camping area. Campers must pack in all supplies and pack out all trash. If you don't have your own boat, water taxi services operate from Grand Isle County. The remote setting rewards paddlers and boaters seeking a wilderness island experience within reach of Burlington.
Directions
Woods Island is located in Lake Champlain approximately 2.5 miles from Burton Island. Access is by private boat or water taxi only. Water taxi services available from Grand Isle County include Capt. Mark Sperber at +1 (802) 234-1397 and St. Albans Bay Marina at +1 (802) 528-3111. There are no docks; beach your boat or anchor offshore.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 - $28 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (888) 409-7579 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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