Shaftsbury State Park

State: Vermont

Address 1: 262 Shaftsbury State Park Rd.

City: Shaftsbury

Zip: 05262

Phone: 802-375-9978

Open: Memorial Day Weekend - Labor Day Weekend

Number of Sites: 15

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

Full Hook: Yes

Lake Shaftsbury State Park is on an 84-acre parcel surrounding the small but picturesque Lake Shaftsbury. The area operated as a private campground/cabin resort before it became a state park in 1974. It has become a popular park facility in southwestern Vermont.

There is a fully furnished waterfront cottage that comfortably sleeps six, with deck and grill. Lake Shaftsbury also operates a group camping area with clusters of lean-tos (15) available throughout the year for scouts, church groups, and other organizations. Port-a-let facilities are available. There is also a developed beach, play area, and picnic area. There is an open picnic shelter/pavilion available for large group gatherings. The snack bar concession has rental canoes, kayaks, rowboats, and pedal boats. The “Healing Springs Nature Trail” around the lake is also a popular spot.

Directions:
From Bennington: Go 10 mi. N on Route 7A