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Union Village Dam Picnic Area

Closed — Closed for the season. The recreation area operates seasonally with vehicular access Friday through Sunday and holiday Mondays during the summer season. Gates are open during daylight hours when the facility is operational.

About

Union Village Dam Picnic Area is a US Army Corps of Engineers day-use recreation facility located on the Ompompanoosuc River, four miles above its confluence with the Connecticut River in Thetford, Vermont. The dam was completed in 1950 and provides flood protection to the Union Village section of Thetford, Norwich, and White River Junction areas. The recreation area is a popular destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts in the Upper Valley, close to Hanover, New Hampshire, and Norwich, Vermont. The facility features a sandy swimming beach along the river, a covered picnic pavilion ideal for family gatherings and events, and numerous amenities including a playground, horseshoe pits, volleyball net, picnic tables, and grills. Over six miles of river are available for fishing, with stocked brown and rainbow trout as well as natural brook trout. More than a mile of hiking and multi-use trails wind through the property, offering opportunities to explore the diverse landscape of shaded woodlands and open lawns. The 5,000-acre property provides scenic views and varied recreational opportunities throughout the warmer months.

Directions

From I-91 North, take exit 13 and turn left at the bottom of the ramp onto Route 5 North. Bear right in Norwich to continue on Route 5 North for about 5.5 miles. Turn left onto Route 132 and follow for about 2.75 miles, then bear right onto Academy Road. Bear left at the covered bridge. The picnic area will be on the left in 1/10 mile, marked by the Union Village Dam sign.

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