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About Earth People's Park
Earth People’s Park was a notable counterculture gathering place in Norton, Vermont. Today, the site is administered as Black Turn Brook State Forest by the Vermont Department of Forests, Parks, and Recreation (since 1994). The property covers roughly 592 acres and reflects a history of benefit concerts and community gatherings from the 1970s through the 1990s. Unlike a traditional active venue, this location offers primitive access to outdoor spaces rather than formal seating, parking, or event layouts. If you’re searching for a unique experiential setting near the Canada–US border, we’ve got you covered with practical guidance on how to visit, camp, park, and coordinate nearby services.
Access to Earth People’s Park today is via a right-of-way across private property, and visitors should plan for primitive camping and natural surroundings. For travelers seeking nearby conveniences, Norton offers lodging and dining options, and there are recommended partner hotels and restaurants to consider. Always verify access rules and stay safe in outdoor settings. If you’re planning a historic or outdoor gathering, contact the state forest office for current guidelines and any permits that may apply for organized activities.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location: Norton, Essex County, Vermont, near the Canada–US border.
- Size: 592 acres; original Earth Peoples Park property later became Black Turn Brook State Forest.
- Current status: Not an active venue; administered as Black Turn Brook State Forest by the Vermont Department of Forests, Parks, and Recreation (created in 1994).
- Access and facilities: No permanent structures; access via right-of-way across private property; primitive camping allowed; no formal parking, seating, or seating charts for events.
- Historical note: Founded as a counterculture park (inspired by Berkeley's People’s Park) and hosted benefit gatherings; the property was seized by the U.S. government in the early 1990s before transfer to the state.
- Notable events: Benefit concerts and gatherings during the park’s operation in the 1970s–1990s; later history tied to the land transfer process.