Vernonia Lake Primative Campground

We went up to Vernonia to see where the Banks Vernonia bike trail ends. It was a nice surprise to see a lovely lake park that the trail circles. There were a few kids fishing from a dock and others fishing from kayaks. I sure wish the Calypso food and ice cream stand was open, but we came in the morning before it was open when we stopped by. We will need to come again with the paddle boards, get a... We went up to Vernonia to see where the Banks Vernonia bike trail ends. It was a nice surprise to see a lovely lake park that the trail circles. There were a few kids fishing from a dock and others fishing from kayaks. I sure wish the Calypso food and ice cream stand was open, but we came in the morning before it was open when we stopped by. We will need to come again with the paddle boards, get an ice cream and also check out the campground.

There is a smooth cement walking trail looped around the lake. Every 200 feet along the trail there is a rest area to take a break. There are 2 docks apart from each other which it is great for standing on to fish. There are 2 public restrooms and a small parking lot for a parking fee of $5 daily. From the west side of the lake there is a empty building with trees inside and loaded with graffiti.... There is a smooth cement walking trail looped around the lake. Every 200 feet along the trail there is a rest area to take a break. There are 2 docks apart from each other which it is great for standing on to fish. There are 2 public restrooms and a small parking lot for a parking fee of $5 daily. From the west side of the lake there is a empty building with trees inside and loaded with graffiti. The building is a roof free. There is a tiny playground with 2 swings.

First time back to this place in almost 50 years, since High School! What a relaxing and beautiful place to visit. The pond was from an original mill, a remnant from the past. Old buildings still remain at the pond, one of which is called "The Ruins", a recipient of many graffiti artist throughout the years, a spectacular sight to visit. Picnic areas are available and campsites too, although the c... First time back to this place in almost 50 years, since High School! What a relaxing and beautiful place to visit. The pond was from an original mill, a remnant from the past. Old buildings still remain at the pond, one of which is called "The Ruins", a recipient of many graffiti artist throughout the years, a spectacular sight to visit. Picnic areas are available and campsites too, although the campsites are "primitive" so be prepared to rough it if you intend on spending the night. Day use fee is $5 if you stay longer than 20 minutes but well worth the investment. You won't be disappointed!