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.
Charlotte Beach
Vermont
Beaches for Swimming
Boulder Beach (Groton State Forest)
Vermont
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)
Vermont
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
Vermont
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.
Oakledge Park
Vermont
A lakefront park with two small beaches (Blanchard and Texaco), athletic fields, and the starting point of the Island Line Trail. Features Vermont’s first universally accessible treehouse.
Bear Brook State Park
New Hampshire
Beach access at Beaver Pond within New Hampshire’s largest developed state park. Features extensive trail systems, camping, and diverse recreational opportunities beyond swimming.
Kingston State Park
New Hampshire
A day-use park with a small beach on Great Pond, featuring shaded picnic areas, a playground, and canoe rentals. Popular with local families for its clean water and convenient location.
Wentworth State Park
New Hampshire
A small day-use park with a beach on the shore of Lake Wentworth. Offers swimming, fishing, and picnicking in a peaceful setting with mountain views near the historic town of Wolfeboro.
Clough State Park
New Hampshire
A small beach on Everett Lake with a swimming area, bathhouse, and picnic tables. Features a playground, fishing opportunities, and hiking trails through surrounding forests.
Newfound Lake (Wellington State Beach)
New Hampshire
One of the cleanest lakes in the world, Newfound Lake’s beach at Wellington State Park offers crystal clear water, sandy shores, and beautiful mountain views. Popular for swimming and boating.