D.A.R. State Park, State park in Addison County, Vermont
D.A.R. State Park is a campground and day-use area in Vermont situated directly on Lake Champlain. The facility offers about 46 tent and RV sites, 24 lean-to shelters, and basic amenities including two bathhouses with flush toilets and showers, while the shoreline features naturally flat shale and stone that slopes gently toward the water.
The park was established as a memorial by the Daughters of the American Revolution organization, giving it a patriotic historical foundation. Its creation reflects the early-to-mid 20th century movement to establish public campgrounds and recreation areas across Vermont and the region.
The park sits along Lake Champlain and reflects how locals and visitors use this shoreline for outdoor relaxation and family gatherings. Stone and shale areas create informal gathering spots where people naturally collect to watch the water and share meals together.
The park operates from late May through Labor Day and welcomes visitors from 10 AM until sunset, with separate seasons for day-use and overnight camping. Water shoes are helpful along the rocky shore, and bring quarters if you plan to use the showers, which are a paid convenience.
The shoreline is covered with flat shale and naturally smooth stones that are ideal for skipping, offering visitors a playful and tactile experience rarely found at other lakes. This natural stone formation creates informal gathering spots where children and adults naturally gravitate toward the water.
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