Brighton State Park
102 State Park Rd, Island Pond, VT 05846
State park🪢 Leash required
⭐ 4.6
290 reviews
Brighton State Park in Island Pond sits on Spectacle Pond in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom. Amenities include shade, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans. Leashed dogs welcome on trails and in the campground.
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- Park
- Brighton State Park
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Island Pond, Vermont
- Coordinates
- 44.7967, -71.8400
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.6 / 5 (290 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.2 / 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
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
6.2/ 10
Solid
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · State Park destination
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Dog policy
Northeast Kingdom park on Spectacle Pond. Leashed dogs welcome on trails + campground.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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