Quechee State Park

Quechee State Park is a 612-acre recreation area in Hartford featuring Vermont's deepest gorge carved by the Ottauquechee River. The park has multiple trails, picnic areas, and camping facilities spread throughout its forested landscape.

The property was once home to the A.G. Dewey Company, a wool processing mill established in 1869 that operated for nearly a century before closing in 1952. Following industrial decline, the land was transformed into a public recreation area.

Park interpreters conduct educational programs throughout the summer season, teaching visitors about local wildlife, geology, and environmental conservation.

The park has over 45 tent sites and lean-to shelters with showers, toilets, and basic facilities for campers and day visitors. The best time to visit is during warmer months when trails are clear and all facilities operate at full capacity.

The river cuts through a canyon that took shape roughly 13,000 years ago during glacial times, leaving visible marks of ancient ice movement on the bedrock. This geological story makes it a compelling place to understand how ice ages shaped New England.

Location: Vermont

Website: https://vtstateparks.com/quechee.html

GPS coordinates: 43.63680,-72.40050

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:40