Gifford Woods State Park

Description: "There are 27 tent/trailer sites and 21 lean-to sites situated in two camping loops. Each loop has a rest room with modern plumbing and hot showers ($). There is a trailer sanitary station, but no hookups. A wooded picnic area is located behind the ranger's quarters with a play area. Day hikes are available and there is an easy hook up with the Appalachian Trail."

This is a very popular hiking area -- the Appalachian Trail runs right through the park and joins the Long Trail about 1 1/2 miles from the camping area. Across the road from the camping area you'll also find the Gifford Woods Natural Area, perhaps Vermont's best known stand of virgin, old-growth hardwoods. Area attractions include the Killington Gondola, Pico Alpine Slide, Vermont Marble Exhibit and Wilson Castle.

Open/Close Dates: Mid-May to October 15

Cost: $14 - $23

Directions: From Jct. U.S. 4 and Hwy 100: Go 1/2 m N on Hwy 100

Website: http://www.vtstateparks.com/htm/gifford.cfm

Contact Information: 34 Gifford Woods
Killington, Vermont 05751
802-775-5354