The Lye Brook Wilderness Area offers 15,680 acres of backcountry camping and hiking in the Green Mountain National Forest, with multiple trail options including the popular Lye Brook Falls Trail and less-maintained wilderness trails suitable for backpacking.

The area features several designated camping areas near Stratton Pond and Branch Pond, with access via multiple trailheads; note that wilderness trails have minimal blazing and maintenance, and motorized equipment is prohibited.

Anglers should be aware that Mill Brook and other streams in the area offer fly-fishing opportunities, though water levels can be low during certain seasons.