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Jamaica State Park, VT

This park is located on a bend of the West River about one-half mile from the center of the town of Jamaica. Nearby to the north is Ball Mountain. Hamilton Falls is located about one mile up Cobb Brook, which enters the West River upstream from the park. The West River has a very large ...
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Description
This park is located on a bend of the West River about one-half mile from the center of the town of Jamaica. Nearby to the north is Ball Mountain. Hamilton Falls is located about one mile up Cobb Brook, which enters the West River upstream from the park. The West River has a very large drainage area extending from Weston and the south side of Terrible Mountain to Windham on the east and Bromley on the west. The West River is also a favorite spot for many fishermen. The combination of deep slow running water and shallow fast ripples makes for some fine fishing. A semi-annual release of water from the Ball Mountain Dam provides excellent whitewater paddling that draws enthusiasts from all over New England.
Geography:

Previously, the area had supported a few small farms and a sawmill. The West River Railroad ran through what is now the state park. The old railroad bed is now used as the trail that leads along the West River to Ball Mountain Dam. The railroad operated from about 1879 until 1927, when a flood wiped most of it out.

Recreation:

Excellent camping, swimming, fishing, whitewater paddling, hiking, mountain biking and picnicking. Nature and interpretive programs are available.

Facilities:

41 tent/RV sites, 18 lean-tos, restrooms with flush toilets, hot and cold running water and coin-operated showers. There is also a playground and a picnic shelter for campers. Drinking water is available throughout the park. There is a RV sanitary station but there are no hookups.

Nearby Attractions:

Hildene, the Lincoln Family House, Stratton Resort

Services & Amenities:

Within Park
  • Accessible
  • Accessible Campsites
  • Accessible Flush Toilets
  • Accessible Picnic Areas
  • Accessible Showers
  • Accessible Trails
  • Campfire Rings
  • Campsites, Tent/RV
  • Cell Phone Service
  • Coin Showers
  • Day Use Area
  • Dump Station
  • Firewood
  • Fishing
  • Fishing Licenses
  • Flush Toilets
  • Grills
  • Horseshoe Pit
  • Ice
  • Interpretive Programs
  • Lean-tos
  • Nature Center
  • Park Office
  • Pets Allowed
  • Picnic Area
  • Playground
  • Recycling
  • River Access
  • Swimming
  • Tables
  • Trails, Biking
  • Trails, Hiking
  • Trails, Interpretive
  • Trash Disposal
  • Volleyball Courts
  • Water Spigot
  • Waterfront Sites
  • Wi-Fi
Alerts and Important Information
Attention: Day use hours are 10 am - sunset.
Reservations made more than 7 days in advance require a two-night minimum. One-night stays are allowed within 7 days of arrival, any day of the week. Exceptions apply.
Pets are not permitted in the swimming area but are allowed elsewhere in the park, on leash.
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Read our cancellation policy
Contact Information:
Mailing Address:
Jamaica State Park
48 Salmon Hole Lane
Jamaica  VT  05343
Phone Number:
Information:  (802)874-4600
Vermont State Parks Reservations: 1-888-409-7579