Camp Plymouth State Park

🌲 OVERVIEW

Tucked along the scenic shores of Echo Lake, in the foothills of Vermont’s Green Mountains, Camp Plymouth State Park offers a charming mix of lakefront fun, forested tranquility, and family-friendly recreation. Located just outside Ludlow, Vermont, this beloved state park welcomes visitors of all kinds—from campers and paddlers to picnickers, day-trippers, and wedding parties.

With its blend of natural beauty and historical charm, Camp Plymouth is more than a campground—it’s a place where memories are made and traditions are born, season after season.

🏕️ THE CAMPGROUND

Set within a former Boy Scout camp, the park’s layout blends history and nature, offering a cozy, peaceful camping experience beneath towering pines and along Echo Lake’s quiet coves. Whether you’re pitching a tent or settling into a rustic cabin, Camp Plymouth makes it easy to embrace the outdoors in comfort and simplicity.

Campground features include:

• Tent/RV sites (no hookups) nestled in the woods
• Four cozy cabins with porches and bunk beds (available by reservation)
• Lean-tos for rustic shelter with lake views
• Restrooms with flush toilets and hot showers
• Picnic tables and fire rings at all sites
• Easy access to Echo Lake for swimming, boating, and fishing
• Pet-friendly policies (with designated areas for leashed pets)

Each site is a peaceful retreat—perfect for relaxing after a day on the water or around the campfire with friends and family.

🌊 LAKE DAYS, FOREST TRAILS & HISTORIC GROUNDS

The park’s biggest draw is Echo Lake, a glacially carved body of water known for its calm surface, mountain views, and welcoming waterfront. With on-site boat rentals, a sandy beach, and picnic pavilions, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy a summer day here.

Things to do in and around the park:

• Swim, kayak, or canoe on beautiful Echo Lake
• Fish for trout and perch right off the dock
• Launch your own boat from the park’s ramp
• Hike forested trails with views of the surrounding mountains
• Explore the park’s historic buildings, once part of a 1930s-era scout camp
• Picnic under large group shelters, perfect for reunions and celebrations
• Visit Ludlow and Okemo Mountain Resort, just a few miles away

Whether you spend your time on the water, in the woods, or simply soaking up the quiet, Camp Plymouth is the perfect setting for outdoor fun with a laid-back feel.

🔥 CAMPFIRE COOKING & LOCAL FLAVOR

At Camp Plymouth, cooking is part of the joy. Every campsite and lean-to includes a fire ring and picnic table, ideal for roasting marshmallows, grilling up dinner, or gathering around the flames as the stars come out.

Need supplies or a bite in town? You’re just minutes from:

• Ludlow’s local markets, restaurants, and cafés
• Farm stands and maple syrup shops in the nearby countryside
• Seasonal farmers markets for fresh produce and local treats

Want to keep it simple? Toast up some s’mores and let the fire do the talking.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 FOR FAMILIES, GROUPS & LAKE LOVERS

Camp Plymouth State Park is a top pick for:

• Families looking for safe, easy lake access
• Couples wanting a peaceful cabin escape
• Groups planning weddings, reunions, or youth retreats
• Nature lovers who want both water and woods
• History buffs curious about the park’s unique past

With its balance of recreation, relaxation, and natural beauty, Camp Plymouth is ideal for both quick getaways and longer summer stays.

📍 PARK ADDRESS

Camp Plymouth State Park
2008 Scout Camp Rd
Ludlow, VT 05149

Located just off VT-100, a short drive from Okemo Mountain, downtown Ludlow, and other Southern Vermont attractions.

🕒 HOURS OF OPERATION

Seasonal Operation:
Open Memorial Day Weekend – Indigenous Peoples' Day (early October)
Day Use Area: 10:00 AM – Sunset
Campground: Accessible 24/7 for registered guests

Advance reservations recommended for cabins, lean-tos, and group shelters—especially in peak summer and foliage seasons.

🌄 WHY CAMP PLYMOUTH?

Because here, the lake is calm, the forest is wide, and the days are yours to shape.

At Camp Plymouth State Park, you’ll find a place where families unplug, friends gather, and the spirit of summer is alive and well. Whether you’re paddling at sunrise, hiking at golden hour, or swapping stories by the fire, you’re sure to discover something that keeps you coming back year after year.