Gifford Woods State Park

State: Vermont

Address 1: 34 Gifford Woods Rd. 802-775-5354

City: Killington

Zip: 05751

Phone: 802-775-5354

Open: Open from mid May 21 through Oct 19

Open all Year: No

Number of Sites: 42

Camp URL: http://www.vtstateparks.com/htm/gifford.htm

Full Hook: Yes

With its location at the base of Killington and Pico peaks and close proximity to the Appalachian and Long trails, this park is a favorite of hikers. Many through-hikers pass the park on their Appalachian Trail journey from Georgia to Maine. The park is also a popular destination during the fall foliage season for its dramatic autumn colors.

There are 4 cabins, 22 tent/trailer sites and 20 lean-to sites situated in two camping loops. Each loop has a rest room with modern plumbing and hot showers ($). There is a trailer sanitary station, but no hookups. Fire and ice are available for sale. A wooded picnic area is located behind the ranger’s quarters with a play area. Day hikes are available and there is an easy hook up with the Appalachian Trail.