Vermont

Silver Lake State Park

Silver Lake State Park was established in 1955 when two pieces of land were donated to the State by Mr. and Mrs. John McDill of Woodstock, Miss Margaret Crosby of Barnard, and Mr. Richard H. field of Boston. Development of recreational facilities began soon after. There are 40 tent/trailer sites and 7 lean-to sites. There … Read more

Lake St. Catherine State Park

The park, which consists of 117 acres, first opened as a small picnic and swimming area in 1953. The area is known for its past slate quarrying operations, with remains of slate mills, quarries, and rubble piles still visible. The park itself was once a children’s summer camp and farmland. The campground contains 50 tent/trailer … Read more

Tree Farm Campground

Directions From Interstate 91, Exit 7: Take Route 11 west for 3 miles until you come to a traffic signal at Bridge Street (you will see the Southern Vermont Recreation Center on the northwest corner of this 3 way intersection). Turn right and continue for about 1/2 mile to the stop sign at the top … Read more

Townshend State Park

A visit to Townshend State Park, located at the foot of Bald Mountain on a bend of the West River, feels like a step back in time. The park was constructed during the Great Depression by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), a public works program aimed at putting young men to work. The campground, situated … Read more