Groton Nature Center is a
nature center in
Groton, Vermont that serves seven area state parks located in
Groton State Forest
Groton State Forest covers in Danville, Groton, Marshfield, Orange, Peacham, Plainfield, Topsham, Vermont. The forest covers areas in Caledonia, Orange, and Washington Counties. Major roads through the forest are U.S. Route 302 and Vermo ...
. Natural history exhibits focus on the forest's animals, plants, geology and ecosystems, including Lake Groton.
Other exhibits include logging in the forest. The center offers naturalist programs, hikes and concerts. Visitors can obtain maps and trail guides for the parks and forest.
The Center is within walking distance of
Big Deer State Park,
Stillwater State Park and
Boulder Beach State Park. The other parks in Groton State Forest are
Kettle Pond State Park,
New Discovery State Park
New Discovery State Park is a state park near Marshfield, Vermont in the United States. It is one of seven state parks located in Groton State Forest. The park is on Vermont Route 232, offering camping, picnicking, and access to forest trails. T ...
,
Ricker Pond State Park
Ricker Pond State Park is a state park in Groton, Vermont in the United States. It is one of seven state parks located in Groton State Forest. The park is just off Vermont Route 232. The park provides public access to Ricker Pond, a lake in ce ...
and
Seyon Lodge State Park.
Groton Nature Center is operated by the Vermont Department of Forests, Parks, and Recreation, as part of the
Vermont State Park system.
References
External links
Official website
{{Protected Areas of Vermont
Nature centers in Vermont
Buildings and structures in Groton, Vermont
Education in Caledonia County, Vermont
Tourist attractions in Caledonia County, Vermont