2755 State Forest Road
Townshend
Vermont, 05353
(802) 365-7500
www.vtstateparks.com/htm/townshend.cfm
Townshend State Park is a campground or RV park located in Townshend.
Located on the West River just off Rt. 30 in Townshend. Bald Mountain towers above the park and a hiking trail leading to the summit covers 1,600 vertical feet and provides scenic vistas. Geologic features along the trail include waterfalls, chutes, and pools. The park is part of the 856-acre Townshend State Forest and was developed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. The campground is wooded and includes 30 tent/ trailer sites and 4 lean-to sites. Townshend is the only state park with tenting platforms. Just up the road from the park is Townshend Dam & Reservoir with swimming, fishing, and boating. Hot showers. Area attractions: Bromley Adventure Zone, Newfane & Townshend Flea Markets, Butterfly Heaven, Basketville, and Hamilton Falls. MC/VISA.
Places to eat within 10km of Townshend State Park include Mkt: Grafton, 1801 Tavern At Grafton Restaurant located at 92 Main Street, The Gleanery, Putney General Store, and Fat Crow located at 550 Vermont Route 30.
Nearby accommodations include The Inn At Sawmill Farm, Sanctuary Bed & Breakfast, Viking Motel, Rodeway Inn located at 593 Rockingham Road, and Stratton Ski Lodge.