Lake Shaftsbury State Park

Vermont State Park · Bennington County

CountyBennington
CampingYes
Cabins / lodgeYes

Lake Shaftsbury State Park hours

Day use: 10am - official sunset

Season: Friday of Memorial Day Weekend through the second Monday in October

Hours as published by Vermont State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

About Lake Shaftsbury State Park

A former private cabin resort turned state park in 1974, these 84 acres circle little Lake Shaftsbury with a sandy beach and the easy Healing Springs Nature Trail. Rent a kayak or pedal boat, cast for rainbow trout, or book the six-sleeper waterfront cottage.

Things to do

  • 🥾 Hiking
  • 🛶 Paddling
  • 🏊 Swimming
  • 🎣 Fishing
  • ⛵ Boating

Amenities & facilities

  • 🏕️ Campsites
  • 🚻 Restrooms
  • 🛖 Cabins
  • 👥 Group Sites
  • 🛝 Playground
  • ♿ Accessible Facilities

Camping options

  • Group camping

Lodging options

  • Cottage — $120/night, $840/week · Reserve

Facility rentals

Pavilions and meeting rooms you can reserve for groups and events.

  • Open-air pavilion (up to 100 people) — $175

Contact

Phone802-375-9978

Address262 Shaftsbury State Park Rd, Shaftsbury, VT 05262

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