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Winhall Brook Camping Area
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — South Londonderry · Vermont · Ball Mountain Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Ball Mountain Lake |
| Location | South Londonderry · Vermont · Ball Mountain Lake · 43.16296, -72.81041 · Map |
| Sites | 111 public sites counted from the federal listing — 74 standard nonelectric; 23 standard electric; 14 overnight shelter nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 23 of 111 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 23 of 111 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 111 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 111 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 40 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 111 sites · 30 ft: 111 sites · 35 ft: 97 sites · 40 ft: 97 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Day Use Fees are no longer charged *Free Entry* Firewood for sale at Contact Station. |
| Check-in / out | In 3:00 PM · Out 11:00 AM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 111 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 3 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 802-824-4570 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-09-19.
From the official listing
Overview 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.
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. Lake access is available at Ball Mountain Lake's car-top boat launch, with the shores providing additional opportunities for fishing and swimming during one's stay. Twice a year, controlled releases from Ball Mountain Dam provide ideal whitewater conditions along the West River, attracting rafting and kayaking enthusiasts from all across New England. Releases are typically scheduled for the first weekend in May and the last weekend in September.
Facilities 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.
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.
Contact Info For local information, please call (802) 824-4570 or call (978) 318-8914 for general information. Nearby Attractions 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.
Charges & Cancellations Please see Recreation.gov changes and cancellation policy at the link below:
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Directions, from the listing
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. Turn right onto Winhall Station Road and follow for 1 mile to the campground entrance station.
From Manchester, Vermont, travel east on Vermont Route 11 for 5 miles. Turn right onto Vermont Route 30 continue for 9 miles towards Rawsonville. Turn left onto Route 100 and continue for an additional 2.5 miles. Turn right onto Winhall Station Road and follow for 1 mile to the campground entrance station.
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Trip Card — Winhall Brook Camping Area
South Londonderry · Vermont · Ball Mountain Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | South Londonderry · Vermont · Ball Mountain Lake |
| Fees | Day Use Fees are no longer charged *Free Entry* Firewood for sale at Contact Station. |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 23 |
| Max RV | Up to 40 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 111 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233676 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.