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Picture a classic New England scene of rolling, twisting roads that travel over gentle mountains and through dense woods of maple, oak, and other hardwoods. These trees’ leaves transform from lush green to blazing red, orange, and yellow in autumn. When the temperature dips, the local's don thick, warm sweaters, peacoats, and scarves. Swathed in cozy knitwear, they cheerfully chat on street corners while sipping a hot cup of cocoa. Hardy outdoorsmen in wellies and waders venture into the wilderness of CC Putnam State Forest, armed with a fishing rod.
The closest town is the capital of Vermont, Montpelier. Montpelier, populated with about 8,000 residents, is one of the oldest cities in Vermont. Many homes and buildings are historic, dating back to the early 1800s. The town holds several festivals throughout the year, and they’re a terrific way to find local artists and crafters as well as a souvenir to remind you of the perfect CC Putnam State Forest RV camping trip. Search for an RV in Washington County, and prepare to embark on a memorable outdoor RV camping trip with family and friends.
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Getting Outdoors
Encompassing nearly 14,000 acres, CC Putnam State Forest sprawls across Worcester Mountains, which is a part of the larger Green Mountain system. There are five main trails that meander and weave through the woods of CC Putnam State Forest. These trails take hikers up to different mountain peaks. On a good, clear day, hikers are rewarded with views of New York to the west, New Hampshire in the east, and Vermont to the north and south. Because this park is extremely rugged and remote, it’s not recommended that hikers go off-trail. Hikers, photographers, and nature lovers will often find themselves sharing the woods with moose, white-tailed deer, coyotes, and even an occasional black bear, which are notoriously shy. Rabbits, minks, beavers, grouse, and many other small-game creatures are frequently sighted, too.Upstate Vermont is notorious for getting deep snow in winter, and CC Putnam State Forest is no exception. Most roads are kept plowed, but visitors should call in advance the park office to check the conditions. Though most trails are not groomed, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are popular. Hunting of deer and other small game is permitted in autumn, though all hunters must obtain appropriate licenses and permits. Hikers hitting the trail during this time should take care to wear blaze orange. Should you come to hike, and bring your dogs, they too should don orange.Near Stowe is where you will find one of the more notable features in CC Putnam State Forest, Moss Glen Falls. Descending over 100 feet total, the waterfall tumbles over two large granite ledges that spread the water into a graceful, delicate veil. Depending on recent rainfall and snowmelt, its appearance can change from delicate yet distinct streams of water to one solid misty drape of water. The waterfall is accessed via a four-mile trail that is considered easy for the most part. There is a short climb toward the top of the trail that may prove challenging for some young children. There are several other waterfalls in CC Putnam State Forest. Many appear and disappear after the spring rains, and a few persist year-round. The Blake Falls near Woodbury, VT, is a short but wide waterfall that descends over several shallow ledges.
Camping at CC Putnam State Forest
Skip the long commute from a hotel to CC Putnam State Forest by renting a camper. Wake up surrounded by nature at one of the dozens of campgrounds in the area. Gold Brook Campground near Stowe, VT, has over 60 sites with partial hookups and an additional 26 sites for those willing to forgo water and electric hookups. Amenities include WiFi, a swimming pool, and hot showers.Should space runs out, which does happen occasionally in the peak summer season, there are several other options for camping. Near Morrisville, VT is Mountain View Campground. This family-run campground features hookups, WiFi, a rec room stocked with DVDs for campers to borrow, and an adult-only hot tub.
Exploring the Area
The towns dotting northern Vermont are as equally charming as Montpelier, and many have their own unique flair for out-of-town visitors to discover. Hop into a rental motorhome and hit one of the scenic byways that travel along the length of the state. About halfway between Stowe and Waterbury, VT is Stowe Maple Farm, which is a local long-time maple syrup producer. The farm store has a wide array of genuine maple syrups and homemade, mouthwatering maple syrup candies.Many small towns host festivals and fairs that are designed to both boost tourism and a sense of community for the remote towns of Vermont. Smuggler’s Notch annual Applefest, usually held in October, is an excellent way to discover delicious baked apple goods and desserts, local artists and crafters, and engage in fun games.Northern Vermont has a little of something for everyone: outdoor fun, delicious food, friendly locals, and history. Rent a travel trailer and set out to find your perfect adventure in the Vermont atmosphere.
We had a great time on our vacation. Renting the campervan from Terri was fantastic. The van itself was very clean and well stocked and Terri was always available and accommodating.
We've rented campervans several times and there's no doubt that Red Rover stands out as the best yet. There are an amazing number of nice features built in. The bathroom is the largest and best laid out we've seen. There's so much storage that we didn't begin to fill it all. The kitchen is a dream to work in.Then there are all little details, like the best door screens ever, a real plus for us since we like to sleep with the doors open. The cabin windows have pull-down screens and pull-up privacy blinds. There are lights where you need them. The controls for water, heat, etc. are all all top notch. The small pull-down baskets over each bed were so handy.And there are all the items the hosts provide, like towels that are better than what we have at home. I mentioned sleeping with the doors open, but the comforters on the bed kept us warm even when the outside temp dropped to the 40s. I think the 8 X 12 outdoor rug saw it's first use with us. So nice for keeping the campervan clean.Finally, there were our hosts. Terri provided the most complete and well-laid-out instruction manual ever and gave us a nice pre-flight. We don't care for coffee pods (which come with the van) so Terri gave us her french press. We needed a small cooler for ice, and Terri provided one. She even gave us a call the first night to see if we had any questions or issues.Only one issue and one concern. The issue is that we like to sleep next to each other. Red Rover does let you pull one bed over to connect to the other, but I was sleeping on the crack between the two mattresses and pretty quickly sank through to the frame. If you can stand to be two feet away from your partner at night, not a problem. Other than this issue, the two-bed arrangement offers lots of benefits.Our concern: No campervan rental in the future will be able to match the quality and convenience of Red Rover.