Vermont State Parks' Top Five: Hiking
Branbury State Park, Salisbury

Located on the shores of Lake Dunmore, Branbury State Park abuts the 400,000 acre Green Mountain National Forest and the 20,000 acre Moosalamoo Recreation Area.  There are over 70 miles of trails in this region of mountains and lakes traversing the western slopes of the Green Mountains. 

Some popular trails are the “Falls of Lana” which leads to a series of cascading falls carved out of rock, “Rattlesnake Point”, which has breeding peregrine falcons and panoramic views of Lake Dunmore, and “Silver Lake”, a hike to a small, scenic mountain lake. 

The park offers tent, RV and lean-to camping, a rental cottage, a large swimming beach and expansive lawns, boat rentals and interpretive programs.  Reservations may be made up to eleven months in advance through the central reservations call center at 1-888-409-7579 Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

Additional trail links:

Green Mountain Forest- Hiking
Moosalamoo National Recreation Area