Townshend State Park Campground
Open for the 2026 season through September 6, 2026. The Bald Mountain Trail footbridge is temporarily closed due to flood damage. Reservations are available up to 11 months in advance through the Vermont State Parks reservation system with a two-night minimum for bookings made more than 7 days ahead.
Heat Advisory issued July 2 at 1:40PM EDT until July 3 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Albany NY
* WHAT...Heat index values between 95 and 104 expected. * WHERE...In Massachusetts, Northern Berkshire County. In New York, Northern Warren, Western Greene, Hamilton, Northern Fulton, and Northern Herkimer Counties. In Vermont, Western Windham County. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There will be little to no relief at night, with low temperatures in the upper 60s to lower 70s along with humid conditions persisting across much of the area tonight.
About
Townshend State Park is a historic Vermont campground set within the Townshend State Forest, distinguished by its Civilian Conservation Corps-era architecture including the only tent platforms of this style in the Vermont State Parks system. The 34-site campground offers a mix of tent-only sites, tent/trailer sites accommodating units up to 20 feet, and four rustic lean-tos scattered throughout the forested hillside. The park centers on the 1.7-mile Bald Mountain Trail, a moderate hike ascending to the 1,680-foot summit with views of the West River valley and surrounding Green Mountains. Campers have access to flush toilets, hot and cold running water at spigots throughout the campground, and coin-operated showers. The day-use area includes a picnic shelter and basketball courts. Swimming is not available within the state park itself but is accessible at the adjacent Townshend Lake Recreation Area operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which also offers a boat ramp with a 10 HP motor limit. The campground operates seasonally from late May through early September.
Directions
Located 19 miles north of Brattleboro on Route 30. Turn onto State Forest Road and continue 2.5 miles to the park entrance at 2755 State Forest Road, Townshend, VT 05353.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $38 - $49 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 20ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 20ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (802) 365-7500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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