North Hartland Lake Beach (Vt)
North Hartland Lake — lakeside
Location: North Hartland, VT, VT
Price: From $65 per night
Price range: $65–$85 per night
Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (19 reviews)
Season: May through October
North Hartland Lake is a US Army Corps of Engineers day use facility located on the Ottauquechee River in North Hartland, VT. Close to the towns of Lebanon, New Hampshire, and Hartford, Vermont, North Hartland Lake is a popular destination for outdoor recreation in the Upper Valley.The three picnic pavilions at North Hartland Lake can accommodate from 65 to 100 people each. Flush toilets are located close to the three pavilions, while portable toilets are provided at the beach area.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Boat Launch
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/north-hartland-lake-beach-vt to be notified when sites open up.
North Hartland Lake offers excellent opportunities for water recreation including swimming, fishing, paddling, and boating on the Ottauquechee River. Campers praise the beautiful beach, nature trails, and proximity to outdoor activities in the Upper Valley.
Wildlife alert: Bobcat, Barred Owl, American Bittern, Common Snapping Turtle, and Bald Eagles documented in the area. Turtles commonly seen on logs near the water.
Insider tips for North Hartland Lake Beach (Vt): Book early as this is a popular federal campground with only 3 tent sites Launch canoes or kayaks directly from the facility boat launch Visit during peak season to see Bald Eagles in the area
Skip North Hartland Lake Beach (Vt) if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at this facility. You plan to camp outside May through October seasonal window. You require more than 3 available tent sites.
Best time to visit North Hartland Lake Beach (Vt): May-October — Campground operates seasonally from May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Union Village Dam Picnic Area (Vt) (East Thetford, VT), Stoughton Pond Rec Area (Springfield , VT), Greendale Campground (Manchester Center, NY), Chittenden Brook Campground (Rochester, VT).
Cell Phone Coverage at North Hartland Lake Beach (Vt)
Cell signal at North Hartland Lake Beach (Vt) (North Hartland, VT): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage · T-Mobile 5G: 100%
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
North Hartland Lake is a US Army Corps of Engineers day use facility located on the Ottauquechee River in North Hartland, VT. Close to the towns of Lebanon, New Hampshire, and Hartford, Vermont, North Hartland Lake is a popular destination for outdoor recreation in the Upper Valley.The three picnic pavilions at North Hartland Lake can accommodate from 65 to 100 people each. Flush toilets are located close to the three pavilions, while portable toilets are provided at the beach area.
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as this is a popular federal campground with only 3 tent sites
Launch canoes or kayaks directly from the facility boat launch
Visit during peak season to see Bald Eagles in the area
Campground operates seasonally from May through October only
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
Directions to North Hartland Lake From East and West: Take I-89 to White River Junction, and take I-91N. From the North: (White River Junction) Take exit 11 off of route I-91, and turn onto Rt. 5 South. You will soon pass the VA hospital and Super 8 Motel. Continue on Rt. 5 South for about another 4 miles. Turn Right onto Clay Hill Rd. at the volunteer fire station. (If you reach the highway under pass you have gone too far) Follow Clay Hill Rd. about 1 mile. North Hartland Lake will be on the r
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — North Hartland Lake fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at North Hartland Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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