We love camping in Vermont, but hadn’t been out to the Queechee Gorge area, so decided we would spend a weekend at the campground checking out the gorge. The campground is easy to find, just off the main road in Hartford, VT.
We reserved well ahead of time for the “Ash” lean-to, which was very nice. For lean-to sites, you generally need to reserve many months in advance. Check-in at the contact station was quick and easy, and we paid for 2 bundles of campfire wood to be delivered to our campsite (which arrived right away). Our site was very clean and well-maintained.
There are regular campsites and lean-to sites. Since we booked so far in advance and we have kids, we went with the lean-to, which is a great way to avoid having to work around rain. We fit two 2-person tents inside our lean-to, plus we were able to store our camp chairs and other gear out of the rain.
There are several bathrooms in the park, with showers as well (bring quarters).
They were well maintained and one of the buildings is brand new, which was nice.
The kids were excited to see that there were events going on at the park, and it is nice to have some activities for kids to do.
The kids made a sign for the campsite and some butterflies.
Of course, we also hiked down to the Quechee Gorge. There is a trail for the general public that starts at the public Visitor’s Center on the main road, which is easy to walk to, or you can take the private campground trail right from inside the park.
The trail isn’t too long and comes out near the bottom of the gorge. The kids had a blast exploring and jumping in. Read more about the fun we had in the gorge here.
Across the street from the campground are some shops, pizza place, mini golf, a Quality inn, and more, so it is easy to find things to do while you are camping, both in and out of the park.
Visit the Quechee Gorge State park website here.
Quechee Stat Park is the kind of place that my family loves to visit. We have so much fun getting back to nature.
Oh my goodness what an absolutely beautiful looking place to spend some time camping. There is nothing quite like going completely off-grid from time to time.
This is nice for a day of calm and clarity. I love that the restroom is clean. I think that is why I avoid many parks. I hate unkept restrooms. – yolonda
This sounds like a great place to visit!
This looks like such a beautiful park. I love visiting new parks and exploring. My family would love to spend a day checking this place out!
Such a beautiful looking place! I love that the kids were doing signs and butterflies!
This sounds like a nice place to spend time at with the family. Growing up, we went camping every summer. I kinda miss it now.
What a beautiful park! It looks like such a fun time for the whole family.
We are planning a trip here. My Dad is from Norwich Vt. We live in Alabama. I cant wait to see the area he grew up in. My cousins have a place in Quechee
What a beautiful park. I love to go camping
How fun. I love State Parks. You can get such incredible photos there.
That looks like a great destination and with nice facilities. I will keep this in mind and you can never forget that name.
That is a nice camping spot. I like the lean spots for the tents as it would be a great way to avoid the rain on your tent.
Loving all the kids activities spelled out so nice and neat for you!
I love the views at Quechee State Park. I’d like to take my kids hiking in a similar location where they can appreciate nature. We’d also go bathing in a stream!
Clean restrooms are so essential, glad that this one is clean.
We love exploring state parks too, but right now, we have to make do with the community park. I like this place you’ve visited with the kids. So many fun activities to do and the scenery is fantastic!
wow! It’s so cool that there are activities for kids in the park. My kid will be so happy to attend them!
I am in love with the big trees! Indeed a great place to bond with your family, Surely kids will definitely enjoy it. I wish I can visit this in the future too!