Brighton State Park

Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation

1. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially during the summer months and on  weekends. Reservations can be made up to 11 months in advance online or over the phone. 
2. Brighton State Park does not have any designated first-come, first-served campsites, but campers are welcome to stay in the campground without reservations, space permitting. 
3. Same day reservations can only be made by contacting the park directly. 
4. The five waterfront cabins can be reserved up to eleven months in advance. Book early, cabin rentals fill quickly.  

When to Go

The Brighton State Park Campground is open Memorial Day weekend through Indigenous Peoples' Day, the second Monday in October. The park remains open the rest of the year but access and services are limited. Thanks to its remoteness, Brighton State Park does not get as busy as other Vermont State Parks. Campsites are often available in summer, even without a reservation. July and August are the best times for swimming and boating and fall colors often peak in late September. 

Know Before You Go

1. Campsites include fire rings, picnic tables, and access to flush toilets, coin-operated showers, and a dump station. There are no hookups.  
2. Kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards are available to rent at the campers’ beach.
3. The park’s interpretive center offers nature crafts, night hikes, and campfire programs.
4. Dogs are not allowed on beaches, designated swimming areas, in day use areas, or in most cabins. Dogs are allowed elsewhere in the park.