Woods Island State Park
"Colchester is close to the Champlain Islands and is a common launch area for visitors heading out to the park by boat."
A secluded, boat-access-only island park on Lake Champlain with rustic camping and shoreline recreation.
Knight Island State Park
"Colchester is a convenient gateway for boaters heading to the park. Families and anglers from the area visit for calm-water recreation and primitive camping."
A secluded boat-access island park on Lake Champlain offering primitive camping, swimming, fishing, and scenic paddling.
Underhill State Park
"Colchester visitors can reach the park in under an hour for hiking and picnicking. It’s a popular destination for those looking to trade lakefront recreation for mountain scenery."
A mountain park on Mount Mansfield’s western slope with camping, hiking access, and scenic forest views.
Camel's Hump State Park
"Colchester travelers visit for a mountain day trip that feels remote without being far from home. The park offers a strong contrast to lakefront recreation with steep climbs and alpine views."
A rugged mountain park centered on Vermont's iconic Camel's Hump peak.