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Chittenden Reservoir

Chittenden Reservoir

Source: state_of_vermont Updated 1 year ago

City: Chittenden, VT
County: Rutland County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 43.72358845, -72.92103070
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About This Access Site
Located in Rutland County near the village of Chittenden, this boat ramp provides access to Chittenden Reservoir in the Green Mountain National Forest. To reach the launch, take Dam Road out of the village of Chittenden and follow it for approximately 2 miles until you see a sign marking the ramp entrance on the right side. The facility includes a concrete boat ramp and parking area, with a porta-potty available during summer months.

This is an ideal access point for kayakers and canoeists looking for a more remote paddling experience in a beautiful northern hardwoods forest setting. Chittenden Brook Campground is located nearby and offers reservable campsites and cabin accommodations, making it convenient for multi-day paddling trips. Note that campsites operate on a pack-in/pack-out basis. For more information or to make reservations, contact Chittenden Brook Campground at (802) 767-4261.
Federal Facility Information
(802) 767-4261 Free Access Reservations Available

Overview
Chittenden Brook Campground is situated in a beautiful northern hardwoods forest, approximately seven miles from Rochester, VT. It is a small and semi-remote campground, perfect for those who seek a more tranquil camping experience.
The Green Mountain National Forest in partnership with the Vermont Huts Association has a cabin located at the Chittenden Brook Campground available for...

Overview
Chittenden Brook Campground is situated in a beautiful northern hardwoods forest, approximately seven miles from Rochester, VT. It is a small and semi-remote campground, perfect for those who seek a more tranquil camping experience.
The Green Mountain National Forest in partnership with the Vermont Huts Association has a cabin located at the Chittenden Brook Campground available for reservations. The Chittenden Brook Hut (pictured above) is open for year-round use and is located within the semi-remote campground on the Green Mountain National Forest. To make reservations and learn more please visit the Chittenden Brook Hut website: Chittenden Brook Hut  
Recreation
With an abundance of well-maintained trails, mountain vistas, waterfalls, and streams, the Chittenden Brook area offers plentiful opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, swimming, river tubing, fishing, hunting, and more. The Chittenden Brook trail system starts at the campground and passes through a mature northern hardwood forest, along a pristine mountain stream, and past a beaver pond on its way to connecting with the Long Trail.Facilities
The campground offers 17 overnight sites for tent and small RV camping (maximum 18'). Each site has a picnic table, fire ring with a grill, parking spur with space for two cars, and a gravel tent pad. There are two barrier-free vault toilets, but there is no potable water available. There is a recycling and trash station at the end of the campground loop. The campground also offers several first-come, first-served sites along with sites that can be reserved. Natural Features
The campground is located along Chittenden Brook, a pristine mountain stream that feeds into the White River. Wildlife located in this area includes white-tailed deer, moose, and black bear.
Nearby Attractions
Nearby attractions include Long Trail access on site, river tubing on the White River, mountain biking on the Green Mountain Trails in Pittsfield and the towns of Killington, Rochester and Brandon.

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Nearby Campgrounds (1 within 10 miles)
CHITTENDEN BROOK CAMPGROUND
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