The Battenkill River is one of the premier recreational rivers in America. Though shallow and rocky in places, it is ideal for canoes, plastic kayaks, and especially tubes.
Certain bends in the river provide excellent fishing and swimming, depending on the time of day, but a trip down the river in one of the aforementioned modes […]
For a quiet day of swimming and hiking in a small, warm (for Vermont at least) lake, Emerald Lake State Park is a great stop. Though not ideal for kayaking or canoeing due to its small size, Emerald Lake provides everything that a family needs for a great day: a relatively clean lake, clean facilities, […]
If you’re looking for a nice little beach on a small lake with a tremendous view of the Green Mountains, then Lake Paran is the perfect place. Nestled in North Bennington, Lake Paran is a great spot to hang for the day, especially with kids.
The admission last time we were there is $3.50 for adults […]
