Woodford State Park park
Woodford State Park
Reasons to Visit:
1. Scenic Beauty: Woodford State Park is nestled amidst the Green Mountains, offering stunning views of dense forests, rolling hills, and a picturesque lake.
2. Outdoor Activities: The park provides opportunities for various outdoor activities, including hiking, fishing, boating, swimming, picnicking, camping, and wildlife viewing.
3. Peaceful Atmosphere: With its tranquil setting, Woodford State Park is an ideal destination for those seeking relaxation and an escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
4. Family-Friendly: The park offers facilities suitable for families, such as a sandy beach, designated picnic areas, playgrounds, and well-maintained camping grounds.
5. Fall Foliage: During autumn, the park transforms into a kaleidoscope of vibrant colors, drawing in visitors to witness the spectacular display of foliage.
Points of Interest:
1. Adams Reservoir: The centerpiece of the park is the beautiful Adams Reservoir, providing opportunities for boating, fishing, and swimming.
2. Woodford Hollow: A scenic trail leads to Woodford Hollow, a picturesque valley surrounded by towering trees and a tranquil brook.
3. Molly Stark State Park: Adjacent to Woodford State Park, Molly Stark State Park offers additional recreational opportunities and a campground.
Interesting Facts:
1. Woodford State Park covers an area of approximately 398 acres and was established in 1938.
2. The park is named after the town of Woodford, which borders the park and is located in Bennington County, Vermont.
3. The lake within the park offers excellent fishing opportunities, with species like rainbow trout, brown trout, and largemouth bass.
Best Time to Visit:
The best time to visit Woodford State Park largely depends on personal preferences and desired activities. However, the park is typically most popular during the summer months (June to August) when the weather is pleasant and ideal for swimming and boating. Additionally, the fall season (September to October) attracts visitors looking to experience the stunning fall foliage that blankets the area.
Sources:
1. Vermont State Parks - Woodford: https://vtstateparks.com/woodford.html
2. Tripadvisor - Woodford State Park: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g57406-d105055-Reviews-Woodford_State_Park-Bennington_Vermont.html
3. Vermont State Parks - Molly Stark: https://vtstateparks.com/mollystark.html
Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area campgrounds
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within reach of Woodford State Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodford State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Red Mill Brook | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Clarksburg State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Molly Stark State Park Campsites | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Molly Stark State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Grout Pond Recreation Area | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, fishing spots, and POIs so a park visit can grow into a full weekend.
Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Woodford State Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Woodford State Park
What can I do at Woodford State Park?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Woodford State Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other parks near here
Snoflo-tracked parks within driving distance of Woodford State Park.