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.
Nearby restaurants include The Gleanery, Putney General Store, Fat Crow, Mkt: Grafton, and 1801 Tavern At Grafton Restaurant located at 92 Main Street approximately 9.8 km away.
Places to stay within 20km of Townshend State Park include Edelweiss At Snow Mountain Farms, Blue Haven Christian Bed And Breakfast located at 6963 US Route 5, The Grafton Inn located at 92 Main Street, Manchester Highlands Inn, and Boardman House located at On the Green.