A pristine lake in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom with a small public beach area. Known for its clear water, natural setting, and peaceful atmosphere away from development.
Vermont Beaches
Lake Iroquois Recreation District
A public beach on Lake Iroquois managed by surrounding towns. Features a swimming area with lifeguards, picnic facilities, and non-motorized boat access in a natural setting.
Eden Recreation Area (South Pond)
A small beach on South Pond featuring clear mountain water and natural surroundings. Popular with locals and managed by a community organization that maintains the facilities.
Bayside Park
A town beach on Malletts Bay of Lake Champlain with sandy shoreline and grassy areas. Features playground equipment, picnic facilities, and beautiful sunset views over the bay.
Oakledge Park
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.
Lake St. Catherine State Park
A day-use and camping park with a sandy beach on the scenic Lake St. Catherine. Features boat rentals, fishing opportunities, and well-maintained facilities in a peaceful setting.
Crystal Lake State Park
Features a 100-foot sandy beach and the oldest beach house in the state park system (built in 1930). The spring-fed lake offers exceptional water clarity and a scenic mountain backdrop.
D.A.R. State Park
A day-use park on Lake Champlain offering spectacular views of the Adirondack Mountains and a small beach area. Named for the Daughters of the American Revolution who donated the land.
Kamp Kill Kare State Park
A former boys’ camp on St. Albans Bay of Lake Champlain with a small beach area. Features a historic inn building, boat launch, and ferry access to Burton Island State Park.
Caspian Lake (Greensboro Beach)
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.