Footnotes: (applicable only where specifically marked above)
** Same-day reservations must be made by calling the park directly.
*** Some sites may be available only from the campground on a first-come-first-served basis.
After March 1, one-night reservations are permitted for non-remote /RV and lean-to sites weekdays (Sun - Thurs) for the remainder of the season.
VERMONT STATE PARKS
Attention: There are no showers at this park.
Due to limited parking capacity, carpooling to Underhill State Park is recommended. In times of peak visitation, visitors may need to park along Mountain Road below the State Park entrance.
Due to limited parking capacity, carpooling to Underhill State Park is recommended. In times of peak visitation, visitors may need to park along Mountain Road below the State Park entrance.
Underhill State Park, VT
This park is probably best known for its hiking. There are four trails to the summit ridge of Mt. Mansfield from Underhill State Park. Walking up the gated road from the park headquarters, the trails begin branching off shortly above the group camp area. The Sunset Ridge Trail, 3...
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Overview
Description
This park is probably best known for its hiking. There are four trails to the summit ridge of Mt. Mansfield from Underhill State Park. Walking up the gated road from the park headquarters, the trails begin branching off shortly above the group camp area. The Sunset Ridge Trail, 3 miles to the summit, is the most popular. Vermont's Long Trail traverses the summit ridge and, with several trails from the other side of the mountain, many loops are possible. Hiking information and trail maps are available at the park headquarters.
Geography:
This park is within Vermont's 40,400-acre Mt. Mansfield State Forest. On the headwaters of the Brown's River, at about 2,000 feet elevation, the park lies on the west slope of 4,300 feet Mt. Mansfield, the state's highest peak. Just over the summit ridge is the Stowe ski area, one of North America's original ski resorts. The elevation and corresponding exposure to harsh climatic conditions have resulted in some relatively unusual vegetation types along the mountain's summit ridge. The low, stunted-plants found in the alpine tundra near the summit, very rare in New England, are more typical of types found on broad expanses of Arctic tundra a thousand miles farther north. These plants are fragile (if you hike to the summit, please stay on marked trails).
Recreation:
Excellent camping, hiking and picnicking.
Facilities:
11 tent sites and 6 lean-tos, restrooms with flush toilets and running water, but no showers. There is a group camping area located approximately 3/4 mile from the ranger station with two tent sites and 7 lean-tos and composting outhouses. Drinking water is available. There is also a picnic pavilion that can seat up to 50 people that has picnic tables and a fireplace.
Nearby Attractions:
Smugglers' Notch Resort, Stowe Resort and Gondolas, ZipTour and Treetop Adventures
Booking Window
Booking Rules
Reservations must be made 1 Day(s) ahead of arrival.New dates are released in blocks, 1 Month(s) at a time.
Season Dates
Season Schedule
Park Season
Start
End
Peak
Fri May 23 2025
Sun Oct 12 2025
Peak
Fri May 22 2026
Sun Oct 11 2026
Services and Amenities
Within Park
- Campfire Rings
- Campsites, Tent Only
- Cell Phone Service
- Day Use Area
- Firewood
- Flush Toilets
- Grills
- Group Camping
- Lean-tos
- Nature Center
- Park Office
- Pavilion, Non-Electric
- Pets Allowed
- Picnic Area
- Pit Toilets
- Scenic Overlooks
- Tables
- Trails, Hiking
- Water Spigot
Fees and Cancellation Policies
Fees and Cancellation
For information on Fees, please click here.
Getting There
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
44.52895, -72.84277
44°31'44"N, 72°50'34"W
From I-89 Northbound: Take exit 11 and turn right at W Main ST/ US RT 2. Turn slightly to the right, onto River Road/ VT Route 117. In about 260', turn right onto Governor Peck Highway and follow it to the end. At the stop sign, turn left onto Browns Trace Road and follow it to the end (about 5.3 miles). At stop sign, turn right onto Route 15 for 1/2 mile. Turn right onto River Road. Continue onto Pleasant Valley Road (2.7 miles). Turn right onto Mountain Road and follow for 3 miles to end. From I-89 Southbound: Take exit 19. VT Route 104 East joins VT Route 15 East in Cambridge. At the Shell gas station, turn right onto Lower Pleasant Valley Road. After 8 - 10 miles, look for the state park sign and turn left onto Mountain Road. Continue 3 miles to the end of road.
44.52895, -72.84277
44°31'44"N, 72°50'34"W
From I-89 Northbound: Take exit 11 and turn right at W Main ST/ US RT 2. Turn slightly to the right, onto River Road/ VT Route 117. In about 260', turn right onto Governor Peck Highway and follow it to the end. At the stop sign, turn left onto Browns Trace Road and follow it to the end (about 5.3 miles). At stop sign, turn right onto Route 15 for 1/2 mile. Turn right onto River Road. Continue onto Pleasant Valley Road (2.7 miles). Turn right onto Mountain Road and follow for 3 miles to end. From I-89 Southbound: Take exit 19. VT Route 104 East joins VT Route 15 East in Cambridge. At the Shell gas station, turn right onto Lower Pleasant Valley Road. After 8 - 10 miles, look for the state park sign and turn left onto Mountain Road. Continue 3 miles to the end of road.
Park Address: 352 Mountain RD, Underhill, VT 05490
