Location needs verification: the supplied coordinates point to England, while the supplied official park source describes Lake Shaftsbury in Shaftsbury, Vermont, USA.
Shaftesbury Lake
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4.5
Wildland
1–2 hours
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Why it's Wildland
4.5The supplied official source describes a small Vermont lake within a state park, with a nature trail crossing forest, streams and wetland. The source does not establish that this is the same lake as the one at the supplied coordinates.
A lake-centred state park with a trail through several habitats could make for a varied short outing. The source and coordinates conflict, however, so the place’s identity must be checked before this listing can reliably guide a visit.
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Open mapLocation needs verification: the supplied coordinates point to England, while the supplied official park source describes Lake Shaftsbury in Shaftsbury, Vermont, USA.
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The experience
If this record is intended to refer to Lake Shaftsbury State Park in Vermont, the official source describes an easy nature trail around the lake, passing through streams, forest and wetland, as well as swimming, boating and picnicking facilities. The supplied coordinates instead point to England, so confirm the destination before relying on these details.
Things to do
Walk the Healing Springs Nature Trail
The official state source describes a trail beginning at the picnic shelter and travelling over streams, through forest and across wetlands, with a boardwalk through the wetland. Confirm that the Vermont park is the intended destination before using this information.
Explore the lake shore
The official park page describes a nature trail leading around Lake Shaftsbury. Trail length and current conditions are not specified in the supplied source excerpt.
Check swimming and boating conditions
The official park page lists swimming and boating, including rental boats, kayaks, canoes and pedal boats. Check current park access, water status and rules first; these details apply to the Vermont park, whose identity is not reconciled with the supplied coordinates.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · Allow about 1–2 hours; trail duration is not specified in the official source.
A short lake-and-trail visit
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First confirm that the intended place is Lake Shaftsbury State Park in Vermont, not the location indicated by the supplied coordinates.
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If confirmed, follow the Healing Springs Nature Trail from the picnic shelter and explore the accessible section towards the lake’s east shore.
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Check current park access and trail conditions before setting out.
Half day · Half day
Lake, trail and picnic
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Confirm the destination and current park opening information.
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Walk the Healing Springs Nature Trail, which the official source says passes through streams, forest and wetlands.
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Bring a picnic if the park is open and facilities are available; the official source describes picnic areas and a pavilion.
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Check current conditions before considering swimming or boating.
Verified history
The supplied official park source says the area operated as a private campground and cabin resort before becoming a state park in 1974. The Vermont state lands source describes the lake as dammed at its northern end. This history applies to Lake Shaftsbury State Park in Vermont; the supplied coordinates do not match that location.
Hidden details
A wetland boardwalk on the nature trail — The Vermont state lands source notes a boardwalk across the wetland on the Healing Springs Trail. Confirm the location before relying on this detail.
When to go
May · June · July · August · September · October · Check before visiting; no recommended time of day is established by the supplied official sources.
The official park page lists a seasonal operating period from the Friday of Memorial Day Weekend through the second Monday in October. Confirm current dates and conditions.
Check current weather, trail conditions and recreational water status before visiting.
What to look for
If the intended destination is the Vermont state park, the official source describes streams, forest and a wetland boardwalk along the Healing Springs Nature Trail. Confirm the destination before setting out.
Best time to go
The official source lists the park season as the Friday of Memorial Day Weekend through the second Monday in October. Check current dates and conditions before visiting.
The supplied official park page gives a seasonal operating period from Memorial Day Weekend to the second Monday in October. Check current park dates, water status and conditions before visiting.
How long to spend
1–2 hours
Perfect for
Walkers · Families · Wildlife lovers
Practical information
Opening & access
The supplied official source describes a state park with day-use access, but its location does not match the supplied coordinates. Verify the identity and location before travelling. Access arrangements are unconfirmed. Check before visiting; do not enter private land or restricted structures.
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Parking
Check before visiting; the supplied sources do not confirm parking arrangements for the place at the supplied coordinates.
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Toilets
Check before visiting; facilities described by the source may relate to the Vermont park, not the supplied coordinates.
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Food & drink
Check before visiting; the supplied official source mentions a snack bar at the Vermont park, but the place identity is unresolved.
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Dogs
The supplied official source says pets are permitted at the Vermont state park. Confirm that this is the intended place and check current rules before travelling.
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Accessibility
Check before visiting. The official source describes an accessible section of trail and a beach access wheelchair at the Vermont park; this cannot be confirmed for the supplied coordinates.
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Around Shaftesbury Lake
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
