Walk through one of Vermont's most beautiful landscapes under the shade of the
Mount Tom Forest, the oldest continuously managed scientific forest in the
United States. This is a landscape of loss, recovery, and conservation. This
is a story of stewardship, of people taking care of places - sharing an
enduring connection to land and a sense of hope for the future.

Walk through one of Vermont's most beautiful landscapes under the shade of the Mount Tom Forest, the oldest continuously managed scientific forest in the United States. This is a landscape of loss, recovery, and conservation. This is a story of stewardship, of people taking care of places - sharing an enduring connection to land and a sense of hope for the future.

Bird's eye view of the park

Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park

At the upper end of the reservoir, the Ottauquechee River flows through the
sheer-faced 165-ft deep Quechee Gorge, one of the outstanding natural
spectacles in the state. An overlook area and a state-managed campground as
well as a new Visitor Center opening in the summer of 2005 are nearby. At
North Hartland Lake, there is boating on the 215-acre lake, picnicking in a
wooded picnic area, grills, playground, play field, horseshoe pits, volleyball
nets, nature trail and a small beach offering swimming. There are three picnic
shelters at North Hartland Lake that can be reserved for a group event for a
nominal fee. The trash policy for the park is carry in/carry out. For up-to-
date information, call (802) 295-2855.

At the upper end of the reservoir, the Ottauquechee River flows through the sheer-faced 165-ft deep Quechee Gorge, one of the outstanding natural spectacles in the state. An overlook area and a state-managed campground as well as a new Visitor Center opening in the summer of 2005 are nearby. At North Hartland Lake, there is boating on the 215-acre lake, picnicking in a wooded picnic area, grills, playground, play field, horseshoe pits, volleyball nets, nature trail and a small beach offering swimming. There are three picnic shelters at North Hartland Lake that can be reserved for a group event for a nominal fee. The trash policy for the park is carry in/carry out. For up-to-date information, call (802) 295-2855.

## Overview

North Hartland Lake is a US Army Corps of Engineers day use facility located
on the Ottauquechee River in North Hartland, VT. Close to the towns of
Lebanon, New Hampshire, and Hartford, Vermont, North Hartland Lake is a
popular destination for outdoor recreation in the Upper Valley.

## Recreation

Swimming, fishing, paddling, and boating are all popular activities at North
Hartland Lake. A playground, horseshoe pits, volleyball nets, picnic tables
and grills are available for all to enjoy. Family gatherings and events are
also popular at any of the three picnic pavilions.

## Facilities

Swimming, fishing, paddling, and boating are all popular activities at North
Hartland Lake. A playground, horseshoe pits, volleyball nets, picnic tables
and grills are available for all to enjoy. Family gatherings and events are
also popular at any of the three picnic pavilions.

## Natural Features

The North Hartland Lake Day Use Area provides a sandy swimming beach and boat
access to the Ottauquechee River. Shaded areas and open lawns provide a
variety of picnic opportunities.

## Nearby Attractions

Quechee State Park provides opportunities for tent and RV camping as well as
hiking. The Quechee Gorge is also a great area for sightseeing and exploring.

<h2>Overview</h2>
North Hartland Lake is a US Army Corps of Engineers day use facility located on the Ottauquechee River in North Hartland, VT. Close to the towns of Lebanon, New Hampshire, and Hartford, Vermont, North Hartland Lake is a popular destination for outdoor recreation in the Upper Valley.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Swimming, fishing, paddling, and boating are all popular activities at North Hartland Lake.  A playground, horseshoe pits, volleyball nets, picnic tables and grills are available for all to enjoy.  Family gatherings and events are also popular at any of the three picnic pavilions.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Swimming, fishing, paddling, and boating are all popular activities at North Hartland Lake.  A playground, horseshoe pits, volleyball nets, picnic tables and grills are available for all to enjoy.  Family gatherings and events are also popular at any of the three picnic pavilions.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The North Hartland Lake Day Use Area provides a sandy swimming beach and boat access to the Ottauquechee River.  Shaded areas and open lawns provide a variety of picnic opportunities.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Quechee State Park provides opportunities for tent and RV camping as well as hiking. The Quechee Gorge is also a great area for sightseeing and exploring.

Lower Shelter

Upper Shelter

NORTH HARTLAND LAKE BEACH (VT)

Small Shelter

North Hartland Lake Beach (Vt)

butterfly on yellow flower

A photo of Site H037 of Loop H at Tuolumne Meadows Campground with Picnic Table, Fire Pit, Shade, Food Storage, Tent Pad

North Hartland Lake

Your National Park for the Arts preserves the home and studio of sculptor
Augustus Saint-Gaudens (1848-1907). Here stories flow through a landscape of
inspiration. Discover the history behind the captivating bronze sculptures and
enjoy the beauty of art and nature. The park and its partners continue the
tradition of the Cornish Colony of artists. Unleash your creativity today.

Your National Park for the Arts preserves the home and studio of sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens (1848-1907). Here stories flow through a landscape of inspiration. Discover the history behind the captivating bronze sculptures and enjoy the beauty of art and nature. The park and its partners continue the tradition of the Cornish Colony of artists. Unleash your creativity today.

Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park

The 20 dollar gold piece Saint-Gaudens designed, is considered the most beautiful American coin ever minted

Twenty dollar gold coin, 1907

Visitors looking at the bronze cast of the Shaw Memorial, Saint-Gaudens' masterpiece.

The Shaw Memorial

Built in 1817, Saint-Gaudens came here in 1885. He named it Aspet after the birthplace of his father in France.

Aspet, home of Augustus Saint-Gaudens

The Little Studio where Augustus Saint-Gaudens worked, exhibits some his well known works.

Interior of the Little Studio

The Formal Gardens remain much like they were in the artist's time.

Formal Gardens

Near Thetford, over 6 miles of river are available for fishing for stocked
brown and rainbow trout and also natural brook trout. Recreation facilities
include a swim area, picnic tables, grills, drinking water, overhead shelter
and restrooms. Fees apply for some facilities. Summer and winter activities
are popular with park visitors. Pack-In/Pack Out. For up-to-date information,
call (802) 649-1606.

Near Thetford, over 6 miles of river are available for fishing for stocked brown and rainbow trout and also natural brook trout.  Recreation facilities include a swim area, picnic tables, grills, drinking water, overhead shelter and restrooms.  Fees apply for some facilities.  Summer and winter activities are popular with park visitors.  Pack-In/Pack Out.  For up-to-date information, call (802) 649-1606.

## Overview

Union Village Dam is a US Army Corps of Engineers facility located on the
Ompompanoosuc River in Thetford, VT. Close to the towns of Hanover, New
Hampshire, and Norwich, Vermont, Union Village Dam is a popular destination
for outdoor recreation in the Upper Valley.

## Recreation

Swimming, fishing, and hiking are all popular activities at Union Village Dam.
A playground, horseshoe pit, volleyball net, picnic tables and grills are
available for all to enjoy. Family gatherings and events are also popular at
our picnic pavilion.

## Facilities

Swimming, fishing, and hiking are all popular activities at Union Village Dam.
A playground, horseshoe pit, volleyball net, picnic tables and grills are
available for all to enjoy. Family gatherings and events are also popular at
our picnic pavilion.

## Natural Features

Union Village Dam provides a sandy swimming beach and over a mile of trails to
explore on the property. Shaded areas and open lawns provide a variety of
picnic opportunities along the Ompompanoosuc River.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Union Village Dam is a US Army Corps of Engineers facility located on the Ompompanoosuc River in Thetford, VT. Close to the towns of Hanover, New Hampshire, and Norwich, Vermont, Union Village Dam is a popular destination for outdoor recreation in the Upper Valley.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Swimming, fishing, and hiking are all popular activities at Union Village Dam.  A playground, horseshoe pit, volleyball net, picnic tables and grills are available for all to enjoy.  Family gatherings and events are also popular at our picnic pavilion.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Swimming, fishing, and hiking are all popular activities at Union Village Dam.  A playground, horseshoe pit, volleyball net, picnic tables and grills are available for all to enjoy.  Family gatherings and events are also popular at our picnic pavilion.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Union Village Dam provides a sandy swimming beach and over a mile of trails to explore on the property.  Shaded areas and open lawns provide a variety of picnic opportunities along the Ompompanoosuc River.

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