Townshend Dam Trail
Distance:
0.9 Miles / 1.4 kmType:
Out-and-BackDifficulty:
EasyTime to Hike:
~27 minutesFeatures:
Surface Type:
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The Townshend Dam Trail is an easy 0.9-mile out-and-back trail located on Dam Rd in Townshend, VT and features a beautiful vista of the surrounding mountains, the West River, and the Townshend Reservoir.
The dam, including the bridge to the tower is roughly a half-mile long one-way. There are views of the reservoir on the northern side and the West River spillway on the southern side.
Parking
Parking is available on the west end of the dam.
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