BRANBURY STATE PARK
Branbury is located on the eastern shore of Lake Dunmore at the base of Mt. Moosalamoo. The Green Mountain National Forest is its neighbor to the east. Historically, the 69-acre park operated as a farm at the turn of the century, then a guest house, summer boy's camp and private beach and picnic area. In 1945, it became Branbury (Brandon-Salisbury) State Park.
The park is divided by Route 53. Twenty-two tent sites and 6 lean-to sites are on one side of the highway in a heavily wooded area, and 17 tent sites are located along the perimeter of a grassy open area near the beach. Flush toilets, hot showers ($), and a dump station are provided. The 1000 foot natural sandy beach, clean, clear Lake Dunmore, and the large open grassy areas make the area very popular for swimming, sunning, or picnicking. Hiking trails to scenic vistas, waterfalls, caves, mountain lakes and streams, as well as an interpretive nature trail, provide outstanding hiking opportunities. There is fishing and boating (rowboats, canoes, paddle boat rentals) on Lake Dunmore.
1. Branbury State Park offers a 1000-foot natural sandy beach for swimming.
2. The park's Lake Dunmore is ideal for open water swimmers and families alike.
3. Lifeguards are on duty during peak summer months ensuring safety while swimming.
4. Swimming lessons are available through the Vermont Department of Parks' "Swim Smart" program at this location.
5. Canoes, kayaks, paddleboards can be rented to enjoy beyond the designated swim area in Lake Dunmore.
6. The lake's clear waters offer visibility making it suitable even for novice swimmers or children under supervision.
7. Picnic areas near the beach provide an opportunity to relax post-swimming activities.
You can enjoy fishing on Lake Dunmore, home to species like smallmouth bass, yellow perch and northern pike. The Neshobe River also offers trout fishing opportunities.