Bomoseen Golf Club is a 9 hole public golf course with a par of 35. Nestled alongside beautiful Lake Bomoseen, the course allows golfers to soak in the lake views and the fantastic rolling hills that surround it. The price to walk 9 holes is $18, or $25 for 9 holes with a cart
Heavily wooded course, good for beginners and intermediate. 18 holes available.
The battle of Hubbardton, fought in the green hills of Hubbardton in the early morning of July 7, 1777, was the only Revolutionary War battle fought entirely in what would become Vermont soil. It is one of the most successful rear-guard actions in American history.
Nestled away in the forests of 3,500-acre Bomoseen State Park sits the quiet camping area of Half Moon Pond State Park. The park is located in the dense woods of a small, sheltered basin, surrounding Half Moon Pond.
Hiking: The park has a vast trail system, offering hikes for all ages and abilities.
Swimming: There are two small, sandy beaches great for sunbathing and swimming.
Fishing: Lots of great fishing opportunities on Half Moon Pond.
The 3,576-acre park is located in the Taconic Mountains on the shores of Lake Bomoseen, the largest lake entirely within Vermont’s borders.
Hiking: Several hiking trails, including one to Half Moon State Park
Swimming: Bomoseen has a sandy beach for swimming and a snack bar.
Boating: There is a boat launch at the park and boats are welcome. Boats are also available to rent (kayaks, canoes, pedal boats and row boats).
Fishing: Lake Bomoseen offers great fishing opportunities. Trout, perch and bass are among some of the species that can be found.
Motor boats (fishing, pontoon, and runabouts), paddle boards and kayaks all available to rent at nearby Woodard Marine.
Renters must be at least 24 years old with a boating license in hand to rent a motor boat.
The Delaware & Hudson Rail Trail is a 19.8 mile section of former railroad bed in western Rutland and Bennington counties, leased to the Department of Forests, Parks & Recreation by the Agency of Transportation for use as a recreational trail. The trail is in two sections – one between Castleton and Poultney, the other between West Pawlet and Rupert. The two Vermont sections are separated by a portion of trail in New York.
Trail access is available at Castleton State College or along Main Street in Castleton and in Poultney village adjacent to the old train station on Depot Street.