Quechee State Park RV & Campground Guide
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Quechee State Park is located in far eastern Vermont and is home to one of the state’s most popular attractions, Quechee Gorge. The park was established in 1965 after the land was purchased by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers from a mill company that had been operating since 1869. The Corps of Engineers instituted a flood control plan and built the North Hartland Dam before developing the picnic areas and campground. Visitors can take advantage of interpretive programs to learn more about the park, and these programs include campfire programs, night hikes and special events.
Spring 20-69 F
Summer 52-82 F
Fall 27-72 F
Winter 9-35 F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Quechee State Park
Quechee State Park has 43 RV and tent campsites. None of the sites have hookups. However, all sites are fully or partially shaded, and they each have a picnic table and a fire pit. The maximum RV length is 45 feet. Two restrooms with coin-operated showers, hot water and flush toilets are available. The campground also has an amphitheater, a large parking lot, community water faucets, wireless internet access, a horseshoe pit, a volleyball court and a dump station. Campers must use firewood provided at the park or pre-packed firewood certified by the USDA. Some campsites as well as restrooms and parking lots are handicap accessible.
What to Do at
Quechee State Park
Quechee State Park’s focal point is the gorge, which is 165 feet deep, and it is accessible via a 1.3-mile hiking trail. The park also offers amenities for volleyball, disc golf and horseshoes. In addition, visitors can take advantage of direct river access for fishing and swimming. Several picnic areas are also located throughout the park, including one near the gorge.
With hiking trails running along both sides of the Quechee Gorge as well as with sports amenities and beautiful campsites, Quechee State Park provides visitors great opportunities for sightseeing and recreation.
Fishing
A hiking trail at Quechee State Park descends into the gorge, making it easy to fish on the Ottauquechee River. Anglers can test their skills and strategies for rock bass, rainbow trout, largemouth bass and yellow perch. Fishing is also permitted on Dewey Mills Pond.
Geocaching
Treasure hunters visiting Quechee State Park can search for a special treasure hidden in the park. GPS coordinates for this cache are available on the geocacaching website.
Nature Watching
The dense forest throughout the state park is a native habitat for many birds, including goldfinches, hummingbirds and bluebirds. There are also mammals like bobcats, black bears, moose, chipmunks, squirrels, raccoons and others. Both the hiking trail and the campground are excellent spots to observe native wildlife.
Hiking
The Quechee Gorge Trail covers a distance of 1.3 miles out and back, and this easy hike can be completed in less than 35 minutes on average. Other trails are the Laughlin Trail and the Dewey Pond Trail.
Swimming
Quechee State Park does not have a designated swimming area, but some visitors take a dip in the river after hiking to the bottom of the gorge. The ability to swim safely depends on water flow and depth.
Boating
Kayaking is a popular activity on the river. Some visitors make arrangements to enter the river outside of the park and to exit the water at the park for a longer trip. Non-motorized watercraft can also be used on Dewey Mills Pond.
How to Get to
Quechee State Park
Quechee State Park is located just west of Lebanon, New Hampshire. Interstate 91 and Interstate 89 intersect in Lebanon, making it easily accessible from Burlington, Concord and Springfield. From Lebanon, follow Interstate 89 a few miles west to the exit for Woodstock Road. This road is also known as Highway 4. Before you reach the small town of Quechee, you will see a road sign for Quechee State Park. The park is on the right.
Entering Quechee State Park
Quechee State Park is open for day use between 10 a.m. and sunset from mid-May and late October. The main parking area is located just beyond the park office near Highway 4.
The day-use fee is $5 for ages 14 and older, and it is $2 for children between four and 13 years old. Younger visitors can enter the park for free.
Day Pass (14 and Older) : $5.0
Day Pass (4-13) : $2.0
Frequently Asked Questions About Quechee State Park
Quechee State Park is open from the middle of May through the end of October. Weather conditions are typically ideal for camping, hiking and fishing during these months.
While enjoying the park, visitors may observe the many birds and animals native to the area. Some of these are hummingbirds, black bears, bluebirds, raccoons, goldfinches, squirrels, chipmunks, bobcats and moose.
The camping spots at Quechee State Park are suitable for both RVs and tents.
Reservations are not required, but they are available online with a non-refundable fee of $8. The nightly camping fee is $20 for state residents and $28 for non-residents. A surcharge applies for prime spots along the bluff and for groups of more than four people per site.
Leashed pets are permitted in Quechee State Park. Owners are required to clean up pet messes. An additional fee of $2 per pet per night applies.