Mt. Philo State Park
5425 Mt Philo Rd, Charlotte, VT 05445
Mt. Philo State Park in Charlotte, Vermont's first state park since 1924, offers a summit trail with Lake Champlain vistas. It has shade, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans. Leashed dogs welcome on the trail and in picnic areas.
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- Park
- Mt. Philo State Park
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Charlotte, Vermont
- Coordinates
- 44.2786, -73.2206
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (1,820 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.4 / 10 — Solid
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.8 from 1,820 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · State Park destination
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Dog policy
Vermont's first state park (1924). Leashed dogs welcome on summit trail + picnic area. Lake Champlain views.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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