Island Pond is one of many lakes in the Northeast Kingdom. Island Pond is distinguished by a 20-acre island in its center. Brighton State Park is located just outside the village of Island Pond and offers camp sites, a snack bar, picnic areas, a bathhouse, rental boats and a nature trail. A tram takes visitors to the top not only during ski season but in summer and foliage season as well. Alpine skiing is spectacular, and the most reliable natural snow in the state makes the area a favorite for cross country.
Trails are available for hiking and mountain biking.