Branbury State Park

Vermont


On the shores of Lake Dunmore, 10 miles south of Middlebury, this family-friendly 69-acre park has 36 campsites, seven lean-tos and one cottage. Enjoy swimming and rental boats at the sandy beach, backed by a grassy lawn with playground and barbecue facilities. Hiking trails climb to the pretty Falls of Lana and Silver Lake in adjacent Green Mountain National Forest.

Pets can stay for $1 per pet per night.


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