| The primary attraction of this general area is its remoteness: mountains with tree-covered slopes, fast running rivers & streams, & clear lakes. The land northeast & southeast of Island Pond is especially suited to the angler, the hunter, or the outdoor lover, & is virtually without roads or villages. Logging roads into the deeper reaches of this area are numerous & offer interesting side trips.
The Town of Island Pond had its heyday in the 1800s up until the Depression years, when the railroad from Montreal, Canada to Portland, Maine passed through. The population was much larger than it is today. The streets were lively with railroad men & rugged loggers from around the region, & 13 tracks passed through the town. Only two tracks remain today, & the unique wooden bridge that once traversed all 13 tracks is gone. The heritage of railroading is still evident in the train station & a few other massive structures at the north end of town. Interestingly, Island Pond was the site of the first international railroad junction in the United States. |
Brighton State Park Campground Web Site
Driving Direction GPS Coordinates:
44.796164, -71.856537
|
Campground: Brighton State Park in Island Pond Vermont *