Red Rocks Park
Lake · Vermont
About this swimming hole
Red Rocks Park is a 100-acre city park in South Burlington with wooded trails, dramatic cliffs, and a municipal beach and swimming area on Lake Champlain. Seven Days lists it among the Burlington area’s lake hot spots; reviewers swim at the beach and leap from the big flat rocks of the cliff area. The city tests the lakefront for E. coli every Monday and Wednesday in season and posts cyanobacteria advisories.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Best season | June-September |
| Fees | Free |
| Reservations required | No |
| Parking | Park lot off Central Ave |
| Amenities | hiking trails |
| County | Chittenden County |
| Nearest town | South Burlington |
| Safety notes | Check city E. coli/cyanobacteria results before swimming; cliff jumping is risky; peregrine closures may restrict cliff sections |
Map
Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Red Rocks Park require reservations?
No reservations are required at Red Rocks Park based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Red Rocks Park?
Reported fee info: Free. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Red Rocks Park?
The best season is typically June-September.
⚠️ Verify before you go. Conditions, fees, reservations, and access can change — confirm details with the official link before visiting. Last verified: September 2026