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Running Bear Camping Area
Overview
Running Bear Camping Area offers a traditional Vermont camping experience nestled within the scenic Upper Valley. This family-oriented park serves as a peaceful retreat for those traveling through the Green Mountain State. With a focus on simple pleasures and natural surroundings, the campground provides a mix of shaded RV sites and open grassy areas, creating an inviting atmosphere that encourages guests to slow down and enjoy the quiet rhythm of rural life.
Location & Surroundings
Located along Route 5 in Windsor, the park is ideally positioned near the Connecticut River. This location provides easy access to both Vermont and New Hampshire, making it a convenient hub for regional exploration. The surrounding landscape is defined by rolling hills, dense woodlands, and the shadow of Mount Ascutney, offering travelers a picturesque backdrop for their stay while remaining close to local conveniences and historic downtown Windsor.
Amenities & Park Features
The park is equipped with essential features to ensure a comfortable stay for modern travelers. Key facilities include:
- Full hookup RV sites with 30 and 50 amp service available.
- A seasonal swimming pool and sun deck area for relaxation.
- Clean restrooms, hot showers, and on-site laundry facilities.
The camp store provides basic supplies, while the playground and game room offer entertainment for younger guests. Each site is designed to highlight the natural beauty of the wooded terrain and provides a fire ring and picnic table for authentic outdoor living.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
History buffs will appreciate being minutes away from the Cornish-Windsor Covered Bridge, one of the longest in the country. Just down the road, the American Precision Museum highlights the area's rich industrial heritage. Outdoor enthusiasts should visit Mt. Ascutney State Park for hiking and hang gliding opportunities. For a taste of local culture, the Harpoon Brewery and various artisan shops in Windsor provide a delightful afternoon of exploration.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is an excellent choice for family vacationers seeking a safe and active environment for children to play. It also serves as a perfect basecamp for history enthusiasts and nature lovers who want to explore the landmarks of the Upper Valley without the noise of more commercialized resorts. If you value a friendly, laid-back vibe and a genuine connection to the local landscape, this campground will feel like a home away from home.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Facility
- Internet
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Lisa Abbott
I've never personally stayed here but I've visited many times and purchased items from the store at the entrance. It's a cozy area with a big pavilion where they host corn hole tournaments, have live music on Saturday nights, and there's a small but spread out playground beside the pavilion. The camper sites have various sizes of yard space, depending on which area of the park you're located. The pool is small but nice, I've never been when it was uncomfortably busy.
Laurie St.Sauveur Wallace
Attended a birthday party under the pavilion. The snack bar food was yummy. There was a live band playing. The campground is very inviting with lots of beautiful views of rolling hills and mountains.
Charmaine Out On Bail Band
Out on bail band performed on Aug 3rd . We had a blast . People are very friendly . Place is very clean . I loved the store very clean and so much to purchase there. I even loved they have special bones on the counter for your dogs. Something for everyone. Ross Girard that did hire us stayed through our performance and was a very big help. He also stayed up until the time we packed up. Very nice. Everyone is pleasant. We had a blast and would definitely love to come back and hopefully even camp there. Specially hanging up our American Flag made me so Proud . God Bless America. Charmaine & the Out On Bail Band , We Thank you all for welcoming us in your beautiful place. Thank you
Russ Abbott
Looks nice first time here, some signs would be nice for the people who have never been there before how to exit.
Kevin Paradis
Great place, out of the way and yet still just a hop skip and a jump to town.
Bonnie Wheeler
We have been camping at Running Bear since our girls were very little. Although we could go anyplace else we always find ourselves at Running Bear! It’s the place the kids feel at home...my husband has many friends and the staff and owners make you feel like part of the family. Over the years the next generation of our married children now bring their kids! If you are looking for “that” place to camp. This is “that” place !
Heather Dombroski
Great campground with excellent entertainment! Owners work hard to keep paying campers safe!
Michelle Duford
We have been camping here at RBCA for a very long time and have enjoyed our time here. The Owners and staff have always been pleasant, very helpful. If you need something they are right there to help. Unfortunately, this past weekend there where some college students that came in to stay in tents for an event they were attending over the weekend, simple process-make a reservation and pay your fee. Well there were 21 reservations made and well over 200 people that just kept coming in, did not pay, did not follow the rules, speed limit is 5mph, they did not slow down when asked to. Long story short… most of the tenters in this group were very disrespectful to the owners, staff and other paying campers. They even placed very rude stickers on someone’s brand new truck! When asked not to return the next day, they packed their tents and left, yelling vulgar names at the owners and staff and driving at an excessive speed- speed limit is 5 mph for a reason. I feel bad for the ones that followed the simple process and made a reservation, they did not get to enjoy the campground because of the many others that didn’t. Thank you Ross and Buffy, we had a great season and can’t wait to come back next year! Oh, these are some of the pictures, mostly the ones that didn’t make a reservation, wanted to start a bonfire without even asking, how rude!
John
A great time. Very nice family campground. Clean & very friendly. Staff pleasant & helpful. Store has a little of everything. Fresh baked goods were delicious. Look forward to next time.
Cody Arrington
Thank goodness they were open when most everyone else was closed for winter. However the showers & restrooms were extremely nasty. The shower was nothing but exposed pvc pipes. Overall it was a good place to stay since everywhere else was closed.