Sherrie W
August 27, 2022
great time and wonderful location...park ranger Heather stopped by to see if we needed anything...will be returning again
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About North Hartland Lake Beach (VT)
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.
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- Grill
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- Playground
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48 reviews
Summary
North Hartland Lake Beach offers a fantastic venue for group gatherings, featuring spacious pavilions with ample shelter from the elements, clean facilities, and friendly staff. Visitors appreciate the well-maintained amenities like charcoal grills, picnic tables, and playgrounds, making it ideal for family reunions and company events. Some guests noted navigation issues with the address, but overall experiences were overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the beautiful scenery and enjoyable atmosphere.
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Sherrie W
August 27, 2022
great time and wonderful location...park ranger Heather stopped by to see if we needed anything...will be returning again
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Stephanie S
August 8, 2022
We rented the upper shelter and it held our large family (65ppl) very well. Loved that the bathrooms were on site, clean and had AC. The young kids got to use the playground on site while adults mingled. We did have to share parking spaces with the shelter across the street which left older family members walking further than expected on a hot day. Overall we would book this pavilion again!
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Stephanie S
August 8, 2022
We rented the upper shelter and it held our large family (65ppl) very well. Loved that the bathrooms were on site, clean and had AC. The young kids got to use the playground on site while adults mingled. We did have to share parking spaces with the shelter across the street which left older family members walking further than expected on a hot day. Overall we would book this pavilion again!
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Theresa S
September 3, 2021
The whole area was clean and well cared for. I loved that there was a play area for children. There was plenty of parking. The beach had a grassy area for folks who wanted to be by the water, not in it. Overall, my family and I were very happy with the whole situation from the sign-up to the end of the very nice day we had.
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Theresa S
September 3, 2021
The whole area was clean and well cared for. I loved that there was a play area for children. There was plenty of parking. The beach had a grassy area for folks who wanted to be by the water, not in it. Overall, my family and I were very happy with the whole situation from the sign-up to the end of the very nice day we had.
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Elissa M
August 19, 2021
We used the upper pavilion for a work gathering. The grills worked beautifully and we loved having the lawn for games and volleyball. The bathrooms were clean. It was a short walk down to the water to take a swim. This was a great spot for an outdoor gathering!
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Elissa M
August 19, 2021
We used the upper pavilion for a work gathering. The grills worked beautifully and we loved having the lawn for games and volleyball. The bathrooms were clean. It was a short walk down to the water to take a swim. This was a great spot for an outdoor gathering!
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Faith S
August 14, 2021
Another time I would want to have a pavilion/shelter closer to the beach if available. The Children in attendance would have enjoyed swimming. However, the play area was great for them. When Surry cancelled our event just a week before it was to occur, we were grateful to be able to book our reunion at North Hartland Beach. Thank you.
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Faith S
August 14, 2021
Another time I would want to have a pavilion/shelter closer to the beach if available. The Children in attendance would have enjoyed swimming. However, the play area was great for them. When Surry cancelled our event just a week before it was to occur, we were grateful to be able to book our reunion at North Hartland Beach. Thank you.
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Location & Directions for North Hartland Lake Beach (VT)
112 Clay Hill Road, North Hartland, VT 05052 United States
Elevation: 169 ft
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...
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 mi.
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 mi. North Hartland Lake will be on the right. (Look for the yellow gates)
The Picnic Shelters will be on the left. (Look for the sign that says North Hartland Beach)
From the South: (Brattleboro, Massachusetts, etc.)
Take exit 9 off of I-91 North.
Take a left at the top of the ramp onto Rt. 5 North.
Bear right at the intersection in Hartland to continue on Rt. 5 North.
Continue following Rt. 5 North for about 5 mi.
Turn left onto Clay Hill Rd.
(After the Village of North Hartland and 2nd I-91 underpass)
Follow Clay Hill Rd. about 1 mi. North Hartland Lake will be on the right. (Look for the yellow gates)
The Picnic Shelters will be on the left. (Look for the sign that says North Hartland Beach)
North Hartland Lake
112 Clay Hill Rd.
North Hartland, VT 05052
Office: (802) 295-2855
Highway access
North Hartland Lake Beach is accessible via I-91, with the nearest exit (11) located about 4 miles away. Route 5 provides direct access from both the north and south, connecting to Clay Hill Road.
Policies & Rules
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
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Population: 322
Nearby city: Manchester, NH
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