A town beach on Caspian Lake, renowned for its exceptionally clear waters. The lake is spring-fed with visibility up to 30 feet deep, making it one of Vermont’s cleanest lakes.
Beaches for Swimming
Lake Bomoseen State Park
Vermont’s largest lake entirely within state borders featuring a sandy beach, camping facilities, and boat rentals. The park includes historic slate quarry ruins accessible via hiking trails.
Lake Carmi State Park
A large lake near the Canadian border with multiple beach areas and extensive camping facilities. Known for fishing and water recreation with boat rentals available.
Knight Point State Park
A day-use park in the Lake Champlain Islands with a small rocky beach area. Features shaded picnic areas, easy water access, and scenic views of the broad lake and distant mountains.
Shelburne Bay Park
A town park with beach access on Shelburne Bay of Lake Champlain. Features a popular walking trail, kayak launch, and fishing access in a scenic natural setting near Shelburne Museum.
Charlotte Beach
A small town beach with access to Lake Champlain near the ferry crossing to Essex, NY. Features scenic views of the Adirondack Mountains and a peaceful setting away from urban areas.
Boulder Beach (Groton State Forest)
A sandy beach on Lake Groton within the extensive Groton State Forest. Features a beach house with changing facilities, hiking trails, and connections to other recreational areas in the forest.
Woodbury Lake (Sabin Pond)
A peaceful lake with a small public beach area in rural Vermont. Features clear water, mountain views, and a quiet atmosphere away from tourist crowds.
Elmore State Park
A small beach on Lake Elmore with mountain views including Elmore Mountain. Features a campground, hiking trails to a fire tower, and boat rentals for exploring the scenic lake.
Squam Lake (Town Beach)
A serene town beach on Squam Lake, made famous as the filming location for “On Golden Pond.” Offers swimming in crystal clear waters surrounded by mountains and forests.