Lake Shaftsbury State Park, Vermont

Your social media feed has been clogged up with notions of picturesque docks, jutting out into the foggy morning mist, with hands holding coffee before the tree-lined distance. That could be you at Lake Shaftsbury! It comes with the perfect recipe for camera-ready outdoor time--canoes, lake, forest, dock, the works. The only thing you need is that steaming cup of java.

Lake Shaftsbury State Park used to operate as a private cabin resort before it opened for public enjoyment. Now you can take advantage of the kayak, rowboat, canoe, and pedal boat rentals from the park’s concession stand before heading out on the Healing Springs Nature Trail. If you have a family reunion or are just really popular, head here for reservation details about the beautiful pavillion on site.