Seeing Vermont takes you to a different part of the Green Mountain State, showcasing its scenery, buildings and people.
This week’s locations: Groton’s Seyon Lodge State Park and Peacham’s Owl’s Head Mountain in Caledonia County
Where they’re located: Found in Caledonia County between interstates 89 and 91, Groton and Peacham are about 15 miles to the east of Montpelier. They are nearly 60 miles directly from the St. Albans area, but because of the forests, a drive there will be closer to 90 miles and about two hours long.
Seyon Lodge State Park sits towards the western side of Groton while Owl’s Head Mountain is right on the northern border of the town in the southern edge of Peacham.
About the areas: One visit to Caledonia County can give you access to a pair of beautiful natural areas, or you could make two trips and spend more time enjoying each.
Seyon Lodge State Park is Vermont’s only state park that is open year round and actually has the ability to house guests overnight. There are eight private, country-style rooms that allow for up to 16 visitors, and full-service meals are available upon request.
The lodge has been widely used for weddings and conferences in the past. Seyon Lodge is right near Noyes Pond where fly fishing is a favorite activity.
Owl’s Head Mountain is part of Groton State Forest and provides stunning views of Vermont. The 1.8 mile trail leads to the summit which has an average elevation of nearly 1,800 feet. At the top, hikers can see many of the Green Mountains and their lakes and ponds.
Also on the trail, visitors can find a stone fire tower built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1935. In 2007, the leftover rock was used to erect the interpretive kiosk using similar techniques.
Here are some photos of Seyon Lodge State Park and Owls Head Mountain in Caledonia County you might enjoy, courtesy of Josh Kessler who’s a native Vermonter and currently the director of athletic communications at Saint Michael’s College:
The entrance sign to the Seyon Fishing area of Groton State Forest.
Noyes Pond as seen from Seyon Lodge State Park.
Noyes Pond as seen from Seyon Lodge State Park.
A grassy walkway cuts through Seyon Lodge State Park.
Seyon Lodge where visitors can sleep overnight at a Vermont State Park.
The dining room at Seyon Lodge.
The dock at Noyes Pond in Seyon Lodge State Park.
Boats sit ready to take visitors out on Noyes Pond at Seyon Lodge State Park.
A dam helps keep the water at bay in Seyon Lodge State Park.
The entrance sign to the Owl’s Head Scenic View trail.
One of the many views provided by atop Owl’s Head Mountain with the kiosk built in 2007 in the foreground.
A stunning view from the summit of Owl’s Head Mountain.
The fire tower atop Owl’s Head Mountain built in 1935 by the Civilian Conservation Corps.
A view from the fire tower looking out from atop Owl’s Head Mountain.
The view from atop Owl’s Head Mountain in Peacham.
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