The Moose Pond State Park did not live up to our expectations so the Tin Zen Den was readied for an early departure after only one night of camping. I was unable to reserve a state park campsite near Bennington, Vermont where we had some real estate business to take care of. However, we happened upon a gem of a privately owned campground called Greenwood Lodge and Campsites.
It is owned by a couple in their 80's who operate it with the assistance of their son. The grounds are sprawling with a mix of some in the open near the lodge, as well as some very woodsy secluded spots that offer as much privacy as desired. The lodge serves as an office for registration and as a hostel for through hikers of the Appalachian Trail. It is complete with modern bathrooms, a common lounging area, a game room, and a full kitchen for those staying in the lodge. There are three ponds on the property and canoe rentals are included with your stay.
Randy and I happily selected a site in a wooded area next to a cottage on the grounds. The cottage separates us from campers in a fifth wheel on its other side and we have not seen or heard them during our entire stay. The site has a huge open grassy "yard" behind us that is completely encircled by woods. We have enjoyed the full moon and a campfire every evening. Ahhh, Vermont in the summer is heavenly!
We hiked a trail that starts behind the property. It was about an hour of going straight up a mountain to a cell tower. Apparently, the cellular network that maintains the trail did not see the need for switchbacks since they use a vehicle to get to the tower. We also discovered some old chair lifts for a long defunct downhill ski resort. The area that we stumbled upon is now a cross country ski area in the winter. Signs of moose were also spotted, but I am still longing to see a live one in the New England states.
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