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Little Averill Lake Natural Area - The Nature Conservancy
Averill, VT
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Managed by the Vermont Nature Conservancy, the lake is a perfect place for a paddling trip.


Crystal Lake State Park
96 Bellwater Ave
Barton, VT 05822
802-525-6205
Crystal Lake is a glacial lake beautifully situated among roughhewn mountain sides.


Willoughby River
Barton, VT
The Willoughby and Barton Rivers form the western boundary of the Willoughby Wildlife Management Area.


The Connecticut River
Canaan, VT
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At 407 miles, the Connecticut is the longest river in New England.


The Black River
Craftsbury, VT
Located in Orleans County, the Black River is 30 miles long and is known for abundant wildlife habitats and unsettled, forested


Craftsbury Outdoor Center
535 Lost Nation Rd
Craftsbury Common, VT 05827
802-586-7767
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A non-profit focusing on lifelong sport, sustainability and conservation, with accommodations for up to 90 guests at our lakeside campus.

Lake Caspian
Greensboro, VT
Lake Caspian in Greensboro doubles as a natural band shell. Classical music concerts can be heard playing over Caspian's waters in the summer.
Long Pond Natural Area - The Nature Conservancy
Greensboro, VT
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The Nature Conservancy manages 1,500 feet of shoreline around this remote pond surrounded by a softwood and hardwood forest.

Ricker Pond State Park
18 Ricker Pond Camp Ground Road
Groton, VT 05046
Nestled in Groton State Forest, Ricker Pond State Park sits below the hustle and bustle of Lake Groton.
Maidstone State Park/Maidstone Lake
R1, Box 388
Guildhall, VT 05905
802-676-3930
Maidstone is the most remote of Vermont's state parks and still retains much of the wilderness character of the NEK.

Island Pond
Island Pond, VT
Island Pond is a smaller lake nestled in the heart of the Northeast Kingdom.
Kettle Pond State Park
4239 VT Rte 232
Marshfield, VT 05658
The campground has 47 tent/trailer sites and 14 lean-tos. There is a play area and access to miles of hiking trails.

Seymour Lake
Morgan, VT 05853
A clean and beautiful Vermont lake surrounded by hills and mountains.
Lake Memphremagog
Newport, VT
A 30 mile long lake that crosses the border into Canada.

Passumpsic River
St. Johnsbury, VT
The Passumpsic River allows for a 43-mile canoe trip through the heart of the Northeast Kingdom.
Northern Forest Canoe Trail
Waitsfield, VT 05673
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Paddle your way through history on the Northern Forest Canoe Trail as it wanders through the Northeast Kingdom.

Harvey's Lake
West Barnet, VT 05821
Nearly a quarter mile of sandy beach with a marked swimming area, lifeguard, picnic tables & bathhouse.
Willoughby Lake
Westmore, VT 05860
Public beaches at the north and south ends with restrooms, excellent boating, fishing, kayaking and canoeing.