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Townshend
Overview
Townshend State Park offers a serene and deeply authentic retreat into the lush forests of southern Vermont. Established during the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps, this park is widely celebrated for its historic stonework and its quiet, secluded atmosphere. Unlike modern paved resorts, this location focuses on providing a rustic camping experience that honors the natural landscape at the base of Bald Mountain. It remains a hidden gem in Windham County for those seeking a slower pace of life.
Location & Surroundings
Situated in the picturesque West River Valley, the park is surrounded by the rolling hills and dense woodlands of the Green Mountains. The area is famous for its historic stone arch bridges and scenic winding roads that become particularly vibrant during the autumn foliage season. Travelers will find themselves immersed in a heavy canopy of hardwoods and hemlocks, with the West River providing a calming natural soundtrack to the nearby valley floor just outside the park gates.
Amenities & Park Features
The facilities at Townshend reflect its traditional roots and historic character. While you will not find electric or water hookups here, the park provides wooded sites for small RVs and trailers, each equipped with a fire ring and picnic table. Amenities include clean, coin-operated hot showers and historic stone picnic pavilions built nearly a century ago. The park is intentionally kept simple to ensure that guests can enjoy an off-grid experience surrounded by nature rather than modern distractions.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Outdoor enthusiasts often prioritize the Bald Mountain Trail, which begins right within the campground and leads hikers to a spectacular vista overlooking the valley below. Just a short drive away, the Townshend Dam and Lake offer excellent opportunities for swimming, flat-water boating, and fishing. Visitors also enjoy visiting the Scott Covered Bridge or exploring the nearby village of Newfane, which is famous for its quintessential Vermont architecture and local artisan shops.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is the perfect fit for camper vans and small trailers looking to escape the crowded atmosphere of larger commercial campgrounds. It is an ideal destination for nature lovers and hikers who value direct trail access and a genuine sense of wooded solitude. If your travel style favors quiet nights, crackling campfires, and a primitive connection to the Vermont wilderness, Townshend State Park is a premier choice for your next journey.
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User Reviews
Madison Camp
The most perfect, quiet, clean, campground! The park is beautiful and the staff were great! My friends and I now make an annual trip to visit!
Tracey Sampson
Great campground! Well cared for, clean restrooms, quiet camp sites, friendly and helpful park staff! Would definitely stay there again.
Noah Dion
Had a great time at TSP, despite being rained out 70% of the time. There’s two ways to get there, the first is over the metal bridge at the dam, or you can come in the bixby cemetery end of St forest rd. We arrived our first night after hours, and were still greeted by staff as they were closing up. We were able to go straight to our campsite, and check-in the next morning. This was so nice as it had been raining. The campsites are close together but still far enough apart. At first, I kinda wished we were set farther away, but in the end it was convenient to be close to the bathrooms. The Townshend dam to check out as well, pretty cool views and some history about hydro power. We enjoyed a peaceful walk along the dam road, and being awake before everyone else in our section of the campground meant very quiet early morning walks in the fog with the pup to check out the stone arch bridge and also the covered bridge. It might not be the ultimate destination for vacations as it is kind of far away from shopping centers however we found a cool pick-your-own berry field nearby and small local shops offering up tasty bites, so it depends on what you’re looking for. It was relaxing, fun, with a rural feel and I highly recommend this one for an awesome getaway. Had never been here before, having grown up in VT and will definitely be back some day! Edit:: Don’t forget to check out the “salmon run” on the other side of the dam.
Finley Donachie
This place is pretty nice. I definitely had a memorable weekend there. The bald mountain trail is pretty challenging to hike especially close to the top. The picture I attached is one view from the end of the trail. The campsites are a nice size and the bathrooms, showers, and water spigots are easily within walking distance no matter where you end up staying. You are a little close to other campsites but everyone else staying there was courteous about noise at night. If you're on the fence you should pull the trigger.
Jihye Kim
Well maintained sites, clean bathrooms + coin op showers, nice rangers Would recommend
Dorrene Hamberg
Beautiful camp ground
Snowshoe Dancer
A small state park tucked into a hillside. Very limited opportunity to stay here with an RV, even a small one. Nice staff and history.
Jill Dunham
What a gem! We had a great site, T13, next to a small creek and was wonderful natural white noise when sleeping. Restrooms were clean and showers were hot (don't forget your quarters, average 75 cents). WONDERFUL and helpful staff, so kind. Quick trip into Brattleboro, VT
Ilovekale Adventures
Occupied two sites this summer. Each site completely different one felt deep woodsy the other like my parents backyard. Nice variety. Ranger/staff was very welcoming, knowledgeable and helpful!! Sites were well maintained, and bathrooms were clean. Dog and five year old friendly; my son did a lot of exploring at/around site 25.