Best parks near Pownal

12 parks · 12 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best parks near Pownal, Vermont — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 12 of 12 parks · best 15 shown on the map
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Green Mountain National Forest
#1 Green Mountain National Forest
15.3 mi away
Green Mountain National Forest is located in the state of Vermont, not Massachusetts. It covers over 400,000 acres in the southern part of the state and is a popular destination…
Why 80: protected / landmark status
80Elite
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Taconic Trail State Park
#2 Taconic Trail State Park
6.2 mi away
Taconic Trail State Park is a picturesque recreational area located in the state of Massachusetts. This park offers various activities for nature enthusiasts and outdoor…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Clarksburg State Park
#3 Clarksburg State Park
6.7 mi away
Clarksburg State Park is a beautiful park located in the northwestern part of Massachusetts. The park offers visitors a wide range of activities, including hiking, fishing…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Woodford State Park
#4 Woodford State Park
10.7 mi away
Woodford State Park, located in the state of Vermont, offers visitors a picturesque and serene getaway surrounded by the beauty of nature. Here is a summary of the park, including…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Monroe State Forest
#5 Monroe State Forest
12.7 mi away
Monroe State Forest is a picturesque woodland located in the state of Massachusetts. The forest is spread over an area of 3,828 acres and is a popular destination for nature…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Grafton Lakes State Park
#6 Grafton Lakes State Park
14.1 mi away
Grafton Lakes State Park is a beautiful state park located in the state of New York. It is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, offering a wide range…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Shaftsbury State Park
#7 Shaftsbury State Park
16.2 mi away
Shaftsbury State Park, nestled in southwestern Vermont, is known for its peaceful setting around Lake Shaftsbury, offering tranquil water views, forested trails, and excellent…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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State Park Mount Greylock
#8 State Park Mount Greylock
16.3 mi away
State Park Mount Greylock is located in the state of Massachusetts, not New York. Situated in the Berkshire Mountains, Mount Greylock is Massachusetts' highest peak, standing at…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Cherry Plain State Park
#9 Cherry Plain State Park
17.2 mi away
Cherry Plain State Park is a beautiful state park located in the Rensselaer County of New York. It covers an area of 175 acres and offers a wide range of outdoor recreational…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Balance Rock State Park
#10 Balance Rock State Park
19.3 mi away
Balance Rock State Park is a popular tourist destination located in the town of Lanesborough, Massachusetts. It is named after the impressive natural rock formation that balances…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Wilderness Glastenbury
#11 Wilderness Glastenbury
7.7 mi away
Wilderness Glastenbury, located in southwestern Vermont, is a captivating natural area that offers visitors a range of outdoor activities and intriguing points of interest. Here…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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Wilderness George D. Aiken
#12 Wilderness George D. Aiken
9.8 mi away
Wilderness George D. Aiken, located in the state of Vermont, is a beautiful natural area that offers visitors a chance to explore and appreciate the state's stunning wilderness…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated

Parks near Pownal

The Pownal area has 22 parks on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best parks near Pownal

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