Wrightsville Reservoir, body of water
Wrightsville Reservoir is a water body in Vermont covering about 88 acres with sandy beaches, picnic areas, and playgrounds. The facility features a boat rental shop offering kayaks, paddleboards, and canoes, along with 5 miles of trails for walking, running, and biking.
The reservoir was established in 1983 by Vermont lawmakers and is managed by four nearby towns: Middlesex, Montpelier, East Montpelier, and Worcester. This partnership allows the towns to share operational costs and maintain the park as a public recreation area.
The reservoir serves as a gathering place for the local community, drawing families and nature lovers throughout the warmer months. The mix of water activities and trail use creates a social rhythm where people return season after season to enjoy outdoor time together.
The park opens seasonally during warmer months, with a flag system indicating whether the area is accessible on any given day. Season passes provide cost-effective access to swimming, boat rentals, and activities, with discounts available for residents of the surrounding district.
The area hosts diverse bird life including ospreys and bald eagles hunting over the water, along with nesting merlins near the disc golf course that many visitors overlook. The open water and shrubby trails also provide excellent chances to spot beavers actively working along the shoreline.
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