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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.
In the 1800's this area was known as Vermont Healing Springs. Mineral water, bottle and sold for its healing properties bubbled forth from a wet meadow. This meadow was later flooded, creating a pond which powered a lumber mill and transported logs from the surrounding forest. To the left of the spillway, you can sill see an old stone foundation, the remains of the sawmill.
Excellent group camping, swimming, boating, fishing, hiking and picnicking. Canoes, kayaks and standup paddleboards are available to rent.
Fully furnished rental cottage, group camping area with 15 lean-tos and large gathering area. Large beach sandy swim area and restrooms with flush toilets and hot and cold running water, picnic and play areas, snack bar concession stand, a pavilion that can seat up to 100 people with electricity, group grills, picnic tables and a nearby restroom. Drinking water is available throughout the park.
Bennington Battle Monument, The American Museum of Fly Fishing, The Southern Vermont Arts Center, The Manchester Farmers' Market
Park Address: 262 Shaftsbury State Park RD, Shaftsbury, VT 05262
