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Button Bay State Park Campground

Button Bay State Park Campground, near Vergennes, Vermont, is a fantastic spot for those looking to soak in the beauty of Lake Champlain and the surrounding Green Mountains. With spacious sites and a friendly vibe, it’s perfect for families and anyone wanting to kick back and enjoy nature.

The campground boasts clean facilities, including bathrooms and showers, which visitors appreciate after a day of outdoor activities. Many campers rave about the stunning lake views and the cool breezes that make even hot summer days enjoyable. One happy camper noted, “Perfect Lake Champlain views from a few prime sites,” highlighting the beauty right at your doorstep.

For those who like to stay active, there are trails for hiking and biking, plus a playground and a swimming pool for the kids. While there’s no beach, you can take a short walk to a rocky ledge for a refreshing swim. As one reviewer put it, “This state park is so fun to camp at!”

If you’re planning to visit, be sure to book early for the best waterfront sites. With a welcoming atmosphere and plenty of activities, Button Bay State Park Campground is a great choice for your next outdoor adventure.

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Location

Button Bay State Park Campground is located in Vermont

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Vergennes: Go 1/2 mi. S on Hwy. 22A, then 6-1/2 mi. NW on local roads.

Address

5 Button Bay State Park Rd
Vergennes, VT 05491

Coordinates

44.18299526 N
73.3507554 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Good

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Cabins
  • Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups

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12 Reviews

Reviewed Oct. 12, 2021

Quiet and friendly

Very clean campground and bathrooms. Super friendly guests and park rangers. Gorgeous views of lake Champlain and the Green Mountains. Make sure to take a walk to the point to see where the Bay and Lake meet. On Loop 2, campsites are wide open so make sure to bring a screen shelter or pop up with panels if wanting privacy.

Siteloop 2
Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Jun. 14, 2021

Great Lakeside Vermont State Park!

Although we live only about 25 miles from this VT State Park, and have biked by here many times, we've never camped here. We selected it because it was nearby for our second outing with our new (used) R-Pod camper. Turns out it's a wonderful park. Perfect Lake Champlain views from a few prime sites, nice cool breezes off the lake even though the temperatures we reaching into the 90's! Lots of lean-tos in the first loop and some cabins in the second. Foot trails connect the loops and a day-use area that has playgrounds, a swimming pool, and a large picnic shelter. (Pool closed in 2020 and 2021 - Covid) No beach, but you can walk a half mile trail to a rocky ledge where you can swim. Boat launch is about 7/10 mile drive (or foot path). Huge spaces for RVs and very private lean-tos. All mostly empty during our weekday stay in June. As in all VT State Parks, no electric or water hookups.

Site52
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Button Bay State Park Campground by Kenneth B., June 14, 2021
  • Review photo of Button Bay State Park Campground by Kenneth B., June 14, 2021
  • Review photo of Button Bay State Park Campground by Kenneth B., June 14, 2021
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Reviewed Oct. 2, 2020

State Park

Nice, clean, friendly park. Not a lot of trees for privacy, or for that wilderness feel, but the sites are spacious and the park has swimming pool with life guard. Nice park for cycling the Lake Champlain Byway.

Siteleantoo
Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Button Bay State Park Campground by M.A.D. P., October 2, 2020
  • Review photo of Button Bay State Park Campground by M.A.D. P., October 2, 2020
  • Review photo of Button Bay State Park Campground by M.A.D. P., October 2, 2020
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Reviewed Sep. 12, 2020

Great waterfront park

Wonderful state park, the waterfront sites are fantastic, they are wide so smaller units can be parked parallel to the lake. Bathrooms are clean, facilities are great. Easy access to the lake. Book early for the best sites.

Reviewed Sep. 17, 2019

Button Bay

Great campground. Everything from sunny meadow sites to more wooded private sites. Nice pool. No hookups but have a dump station

Reviewed Jun. 20, 2019

On the shore of Champlain

Stayed here 1 night in June. Quiet out of the way state park on the shore of Lake Champlain. Rangers were ridiculously nice. Sites were big and grass covered; but without many trees for hammocks. Fire rings and tables at each site. Central bathroom and water supply. Beautiful sunset overlooking the lake.

Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Button Bay State Park Campground by Clay A., June 20, 2019
  • Review photo of Button Bay State Park Campground by Clay A., June 20, 2019
Reviewed Sep. 20, 2018

Great State Park

This state park is so fun to camp at! It has a great playground for kids and a nice swimming pool! You can hike on the trail and Lake Champlain is right there!

Reviewed Aug. 22, 2018

Family Friendly

This is a good campground for families that are not too rowdy. There is a pool for swimming, paved roads are good for bikes & scooters, pavilion for activities, lake for swimming & fishing and hiking trails.

Reviewed Jul. 21, 2018

Really great park

Simple campsites and not too crowded. Bathrooms are relatively close and complete with showers! Basketball courts, a park and swimming are some of the things to do there. And the people were super nice and lient with the amount of people/tents we had.

Reviewed Oct. 21, 2017

Questivamazing!

very quick overnight stay here for an adventure race! Beautiful place.

Month of VisitOctober
Reviewed Sep. 27, 2017

One of our favorite spots for sunsets and crisp fall days

We've been camping at Button Bay for years, and while it can be hot and buggy in the summer months, there is no place we'd rather be in September! There are two campground loops to choose from. The first is where you'll find the lean-tos and the dog trail/beach. This area is super quiet, offers a bit of shade, and plenty of privacy. We almost always get the Catalpa or Willow lean-to because we bring dogs and it's easy for them to run to the lake and cool off.

The second camping loop has a few waterfront camping cabins, which we are dying to check out, but haven't yet. The main camping area is essentially a huge field, so not much shade or privacy. The benefit of this area is that it's closer to everything - the playground, pool, nature center, kayak and canoe rentals, and the trail out to the point. There are also amazing views of the lake and the mountains right from the camping area.

I think this is one of the best state parks in Vermont for families with kids, and for dogs. There isn't a great place to swim in the lake here, although plenty of people swim off the point. There is a nice pool, but it closes after Labor Day weekend. If you want to swim in Lake Champlain, I highly recommend Kingsland Bay State Park, just a few miles north.

Definitely hike the short nature trail out to Button Bay Point. It's especially lovely in the evening as the sun is setting. Enjoy!

SiteCatalpa or Willow Lean-to
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Button Bay State Park Campground by Tara S., September 27, 2017
  • Review photo of Button Bay State Park Campground by Tara S., September 27, 2017
  • Review photo of Button Bay State Park Campground by Tara S., September 27, 2017
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Reviewed Jul. 15, 2016

Wow!

Beautiful scenery and well kept and new places. I would recommend this place to anyone!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Button Bay State Park Campground have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Button Bay State Park Campground has water hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Button Bay State Park Campground?

    Button Bay State Park Campground allows vehicles up to 60 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Button Bay State Park Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Button Bay State Park Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Button Bay State Park Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Button Bay State Park Campground does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Button Bay State Park Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is good.