Elmore State Park
3 notices: Sept 29–30: The trailhead parking area will be closed. Campers may still access trails … · Sept 30–Oct 1: The Fire Tower Trail, Ridgeline Trail, and Nature Trail will be closed f… · Updated closure status will be posted on VT Trail Finder. — details
- Status
- Open (per official listing)
- Entrance fee
- Statewide rule — see below
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed, with restrictions
- Camping
- 59 campsites
- Official site
- vtstateparks.com(802) 888-2982
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 6
Alert Day‑use concessions and boat rentals may be delayed or unavailable. Please call ahead i…Day‑use concessions and boat rentals may be delayed or unavailable. Please call ahead if you’re visiting specifically for boat rentals.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Construction The Fire Tower on Elmore Mountain is scheduled for important safety improvements.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Closure Sept 29–30: The trailhead parking area will be closed. Campers may still access trails …Sept 29–30: The trailhead parking area will be closed. Campers may still access trails on Sept 29, but no vehicle parking will be available as… (more)
Sept 29–30: The trailhead parking area will be closed. Campers may still access trails on Sept 29, but no vehicle parking will be available as materials are staged for helicopter transport.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Closure Sept 30–Oct 1: The Fire Tower Trail, Ridgeline Trail, and Nature Trail will be closed f…Sept 30–Oct 1: The Fire Tower Trail, Ridgeline Trail, and Nature Trail will be closed for heli‑lift operations.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Partial closure Sept 14–Oct 30: The Fire Tower will be closed. The Fire Tower Trail and Ridgeline Trail…Sept 14–Oct 30: The Fire Tower will be closed. The Fire Tower Trail and Ridgeline Trail will remain open, but the short spur to the tower will be… (more)
Sept 14–Oct 30: The Fire Tower will be closed. The Fire Tower Trail and Ridgeline Trail will remain open, but the short spur to the tower will be closed.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Closure Updated closure status will be posted on VT Trail Finder.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Elmore State Park is a park in Lamoille County, about 3 miles east of Morrisville.
Popular activities here are canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, fishing, and hiking. On the water side, there is a boat ramp and boat or kayak rentals. For overnight stays there are 59 campsites (RV sites, tent sites, and showers).
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | 10am - official sunset | ||
Official wording
10am - official sunset
Friday of Memorial Day Weekend through the second Monday in October.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).
Fees and passes
Per person day-use admission: Adult (14+) $5, Child (4-13) $2; no resident/non-resident difference except the Green Mountain Passport for VT residents 62+/veterans. Undeveloped park lands charge no fees.
Statewide fee rule from Vermont's park system; this park’s page doesn’t list its own fees.
Vermont park passes
- Individual Season Pass — $40. Unlimited day-use entry to any park for one individual. Non-transferable. Details
- Vehicle Season Pass — $105. Unlimited day-use entry for up to 8 people in one vehicle; second vehicle pass $65. Details
- Organization Vehicle Pass — $180. Unlimited day-use for up to 17 people in one vehicle. Details
- Day-use punch card — $40. One punch provides day-use entry for one person. Never expires. Details
- Green Mountain Passport — $2. Lifetime free day-use entry for Vermont residents 62+ or honorably discharged veterans; sold at town clerk offices. Details
From the Vermont state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Vermont State Parks reservation website (vtstateparks-visit.com, Aspira/ReserveAmerica platform)
- Phone
- 1-888-409-7579
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed, with restrictions
Not allowed in or on: the day-use beach at any time.
Pets are not permitted on the day-use beach at any time. Please clean up after your pets.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmore State Park campground Dump station | 59 | None (ANR layer field TentRVnoElect)Showers | — |
Camping details from the park
44 tent/RV sites, 15 lean-to sites Camping: Elmore State Park has 44 tent/RV sites and 15 lean-tos.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BoatingCampingFishingHikingSwimmingCanoeing and kayakingPicnicking
Trails
Hiking: Two trails lead to the summit of Elmore Mountain (elevation: 2,608 ft). There is a fire tower at the summit, offering great, 360-degree views of the surrounding area. There is also a short nature trail originating from the trailhead parking area.
Swimming
Swimming: Elmore State Park has a beach with a designated swimming area.
Boating and paddling
Boating: Cartop boats are welcome at the park. Visitors must carry boats to the waterfront to launch. Canoes, kayaks, and pedal boats can be rented from the Beach House. Stand-up Paddle Boarding: SUPs are available to rent from the Beach House.
Fishing
Fishing: Mostly small fishing in Lake Elmore (perch, pike, and panfish).
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Playground
- Park or camp store
- Restaurant or food service
Water
- Boat ramp
- Boat, canoe or kayak rentals
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Getting there
- Address
- 856 VT Route 12
Elmore, VT 05657 - Nearest town
- Morrisville — about 3 mi east (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 44.5436, -72.5294
- Phone
- (802) 888-2982
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
From South (Montpelier): On I-89 N, get off at exit 8 in Montpelier, follow VT-12 to the town of Lake Elmore, park sign is on the left. From North (Burlington): Follow I-89 S to VT-100 N in Waterbury. Take exit 10 from I-89 S. Continue on VT-100 N. Drive to VT-12 S in the town of Lake Elmore.
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Vermont State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- Park Finder (one .parkInfo block per developed park) + Other State Park Lands list; coordinates/campsite counts from ANR Open Data ArcGIS 'Vermont State Parks' layer and 'ANR Unit Points'
- Wikidata
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology