Button Bay State Park
"Middlebury visitors come for a nearby lakeside retreat with camping and swimming. The park is a convenient option for students, families, and weekend travelers."
A scenic Lake Champlain park known for camping, boating, swimming, and wide-open waterfront views.
D.A.R. State Park
"Middlebury visitors come for a scenic drive and a relaxed day by the lake. The park is close enough for spontaneous trips, especially in summer."
A peaceful Lake Champlain park known for camping, swimming, boating, and scenic waterfront views.
Bomoseen State Park
"Middlebury visitors can reach the park for swimming, paddling, and picnicking in under an hour in many cases. It is a popular nearby summer destination for families and students."
A lakeside park on Vermont’s largest lake with swimming, boating, camping, and picnic areas.
Half Moon Pond State Park
"Middlebury visitors may choose Half Moon Pond State Park for camping and a peaceful pond setting away from campus-town activity. The park is a good fit for families and small groups."
A peaceful lakeside park in the Taconic Mountains with swimming, paddling, camping, and forested scenery.
Knight Island State Park
"Middlebury is within range for a full-day outing or weekend on the lake. Visitors from here come for boating, fishing, and the park’s quiet, undeveloped atmosphere."
A secluded boat-access island park on Lake Champlain offering primitive camping, swimming, fishing, and scenic paddling.