Central Vermont has beautiful state parks where mountain climbing is ideal
284 Allis State Park Road
Randolph, VT
Phone: 802-276-3175
Season: Memorial Day-Labor Day
Several ponds nearby offer excellent bass fishing. A loop hiking trail within the park provides a strenuous workout. Baker Pond is nearby on Route 12, two miles west of the park; North and South ponds lie together one mile east of the park; Sunset Lake is in the village of Brookfield, two miles east of Bear Mountain. The villages of Brookfield, Northfield, Randolph and Williamstown are all within a 20-minute drive. There is a fire tower,hiking trails, a large picnic shelter and one rest room. Day use hours: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
3444 Little River Road
Waterbury, VT
Phone: 802-244-7103
Season: Mid-May-Columbus Day
Waterbury Reservoir is particularly favored for boating with a portion of the reservoir devoted to quieter uses. Angling for bass and trout is as popular here as water-skiing. Enjoy swimming beaches, play areas, boat rentals and a launch, and miles of hiking and mountain bike trails in the adjacent Mt. Mansfield State Forest. Self-guided history and nature trails are located close to the camping area. There is a campground with 81 tent/trailer sites, 20 lean-tos and three cabins. Adjacent to the park are miles of hiking trails (open for day use) that take in the rich cultural and natural history of the area.
Mt. Philo State Park
Off U.S. Route 7
North Ferrisburgh, VT
Phone: 802-425-2390
Visitors to this park will enjoy climbing 970 foot Mount Philo, hiking trails, and picnic areas. A public campground is available.
