Stillwater State Park
National Register of Historic Places

Stillwater State Park

Groton, Caledonia County, Vermont
Listed
March 29, 2002
Type
District
Period
Civil War
Ref No.
02000278

About this property

Stillwater State Park is a state park located on Lake Groton in Groton, Vermont. The park is located in Groton State Forest close to the Groton Nature Center, Boulder Beach State Park and Big Deer State Park. The park offers camping, picnicking, and access to water-related activities on Lake Groton. The park was developed in the 1930s by crews of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). It is open to the public between Memorial Day weekend and Columbus Day weekend; fees are charged for day use and camping.

Location

126 Boulder Beach Rd.
Groton, Caledonia County, Vermont
44.28035, -72.27299

Categories

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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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Questions about this property

When was Stillwater State Park listed on the National Register?

Stillwater State Park was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 29, 2002.

What type of historic resource is Stillwater State Park?

Stillwater State Park is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Stillwater State Park?

The period of significance for Stillwater State Park is recorded as the civil_war era.

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