
Townshend Lake Recreation Area
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S. Army Corps of Engineers, serving communities within the West River Valley, and those downstream. In addition to protection from floods, the lake provides many recreational opportunities, including picnicking, hiking, and fishing.
Recreation Townshend Lake offers ample recreation opportunities. A boat ramp provides access for canoeing, kayaking and small motor boats (10hp or less). The lake is stocked once a year with Rainbow Trout for the enjoyment of anglers.
The three group shelters are surrounded by many individual picnic tables with charcoal grills for smaller groups to enjoy. 7 mile loop, with Townshend Lake Nature Area a short drive north up Route 30 offering access to the West River Trail. Facilities Within the Townshend Lake Recreation Area, three large picnic shelters are available for reservation, each equipped with electrical hookups to better accommodate your events.
Individual picnic sites can be found throughout the park, providing a resting place for those who wish to enjoy all that the park has to offer, including playgrounds, volleyball courts, horse shoe pits, scenic views, and hiking trails. Restrooms within the Day Use area provide flush toilets and potable water during the recreation season. Natural Features The recreation area sits in the West River Valley behind the Townshend Dam on the shores of Townshend Lake.
The picnic area offers many large trees for shade along with other sun-basked open areas. Contact Info This location has limited staffing. Please call (978) 318-8915 for general information.
Nearby Attractions The Townshend Lake Nature Area is located 2 miles north of Townshend Dam on Vermont Route 30, near West Townshend, VT. The Historic Scott Covered Bridge is located 1/2 mile south of Townshend Dam, on Vermont Route 30.
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