Beard Recreation Park
Johnson · Lamoille Valley
A giant Gihon pool with gradual entry, on-site parking, and one of the easiest family access setups in Vermont.
Key facts
Swimming
Family-friendly s…
Access
Park access path
Parking
Open
Current conditions
Trip profile
Difficulty
Reward
Risk
Good fit, skip, and before you go
Good fit
Families with kids who want an easy river stop
Quick swims near town without a real hike
Picnics, bridge photos, and low-effort summer afternoons
Skip
You want a remote or quiet swim
Rain has the Gihon running high
You prefer wilderness over town-edge access
Before you go
- Parking is on site near the bridge.
- Dogs are not allowed here.
- The main pool is big, but current still changes with rain.
- Gradual entry makes this easier than most river holes.
- Warm weekends bring families and paddlers.
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