Lake Carmi State Park

OVERVIEW

Located in Vermont’s scenic northern countryside, Lake Carmi State Park offers one of the largest and most family-friendly camping destinations in the state. With over two miles of lake frontage and surrounded by forests, fields, and wetlands, this park is a haven for swimmers, paddlers, anglers, and nature lovers alike.

Whether you're camping for the weekend or staying longer to explore Franklin County, Lake Carmi State Park delivers a classic Vermont lakeside experience perfect for families, groups, or solo adventurers.

THE CAMPGROUND

Lake Carmi State Park features one of Vermont’s largest campgrounds, offering a wide variety of site types across a beautifully wooded landscape. Whether you prefer tent camping, RV hookups, or a rustic cabin, this park has you covered.

Campground features include:

• Over 140 campsites (tent/RV)
• 35 lean-to shelters
• 2 cozy rental cabins
• Flush toilets, hot showers, and a dump station
• Group camping areas
• Fire rings and picnic tables at every site
• Camp store with firewood, ice, and basic supplies
• Pet-friendly areas (designated pet sites)

Campers enjoy the park’s well-maintained facilities and family-friendly atmosphere. It’s the kind of place where generations return every summer to relax, explore, and enjoy the water.

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES & ACTIVITIES

The star of the park is Lake Carmi, Vermont’s fourth-largest natural lake. It’s ideal for boating, kayaking, canoeing, and especially swimming — with a large sandy beach and designated swimming areas.

Outdoor highlights include:

• Fishing for northern pike, perch, and walleye
• Two boat launches for kayaks, canoes, and motorboats
• Multiple hiking trails through woods and wetlands
• Wildlife viewing in the Lake Carmi Bog Natural Area
• Evening ranger-led programs, nature walks, and kids' activities

Whether you're paddling at sunrise or roasting marshmallows at sunset, Lake Carmi offers something for every kind of camper — from laid-back lakeside lounging to full days of Vermont-style adventure.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open Season: Memorial Day Weekend – Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Check-In: 2:00 PM
Check-Out: 11:00 AM
Park Office & Contact Station Hours:
Daily: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM (subject to seasonal change)

Quiet Hours: 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM

CAMPSITE ADDRESS

Lake Carmi State Park
460 Marsh Farm Rd
Franklin, VT 05457