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Green River Reservoir State Park, VT

Green River Reservoir is not your typical Vermont State Park in that it provides camping and paddling experiences in a remote setting. Campsites can only be reached by paddling to them - some are a 1 to 2-mile paddle from the launch site.The 653-acre Reservoir includes about 19 miles of ...
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Description
Green River Reservoir is not your typical Vermont State Park in that it provides camping and paddling experiences in a remote setting. Campsites can only be reached by paddling to them - some are a 1 to 2-mile paddle from the launch site.
Geography:

The 653-acre Reservoir includes about 19 miles of shoreline, one of the longest stretches of undeveloped shorelines in Vermont. Access to the park is in the southern part of the Reservoir off Green River Dam Road. The Reservoir is designated as a "quiet" lake under Vermont "Use of Public Waters Rules."Boats powered by electric motors up to 5 mph and human-powered watercraft (canoes, kayaks, etc.) are allowed.

Recreation:

Excellent remote camping, swimming, paddling and nature observation.

Facilities:

27 remote campsites only accessible by non-motorized boats. Each remote site has a fire pit and a privy, and a maximum site occupancy based on the characteristics of the site. There are two designated group campsites that can accommodate up to 12 people each. There is an ADA accessible boardwalk that leads from the parking area to an accessible boat launch. There is no potable water, electricity and parking is limited. Firewood is available for purchase.

Nearby Attractions:

Johnson Woolen Mills, Lost Nation Brewery, Rock Art Brewery, Stowe Mountain Resort gondola, Zip Tour and Treetop Adventures, and Trapp Family Lodge

Services & Amenities:

Within Park
  • Accessible Swimming
  • Boat-In Sites
  • Campsites, Tent Only
  • Car Top Boat Launch
  • Cell Phone Service
  • Firewood
  • Fishing
  • Fishing Licenses
  • Group Camping
  • Non-Motorized Boating
  • Pets Allowed
  • Picnic Area
  • Pit Toilets
  • Remote Sites
  • Swimming
  • Waterfront Sites
Alerts and Important Information
Attention: Day use hours are 10 am - sunset.
This is a remote camping area, come prepared for backcountry conditions.
Plan to carry everything in/out.
There is no potable water at the park.
Pets are permitted in the park, on leash.
Read our camping rules and policies
Read our cancellation policy

Notes

Pets must be leashed at the access area.
Groups of 8-12 people require a permit to use the park. Please call the park with any questions.
There is no potable water at this location.
A non-motorized boat is required to reach any of the campsites.
Parking is limited. Please carpool if possible.

Contact Information:
Mailing Address:
Green River Reservoir State Park
1394 Green River Dam RD
Hyde Park  VT  05655
Phone Number:
Information:  (802)888-1349
Vermont State Parks Reservations: 1-888-409-7579