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Crystal Lake State Park, Barton, VT

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Crystal Lake State Park

A day-use Vermont state park on the sandy shore of Crystal Lake, known for its swimming beach and a historic granite bathhouse.

96 Bellwater Ave., Barton, VT 05822 · Barton, VT

About Crystal Lake State Park

Crystal Lake State Park sits at the northwest end of a glacial lake in Barton, Vermont. Visitors come for the roughly mile-long sandy beach, a marked swimming area, and boating or paddleboarding, with rentals available through the park. Anglers can seek trout, perch, pickerel, bass, and panfish. The park has many picnic tables, charcoal grills, a playground, and a horseshoe pit. Its large granite bathhouse, built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the late 1930s, is a historic landmark and includes restrooms and a concession stand. The park also has a cottage available for rent. Pets are not permitted.

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