Townshend Lake Recreation Area
Townshend Lake — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Townshend, VT, VT
Price: From $70 per night
Price range: $70–$90 per night
Rating: 4 out of 5 (4 reviews)
Season: May through October
Townshend Lake is a flood control project operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, serving communities within the West River Valley, and those downstream. In addition to protection from floods, the lake provides many recreational opportunities, including picnicking, hiking and fishing.Within the Townshend Lake Recreation Area, three large picnic shelters are available for reservation, each equipped with electrical hookups to better accommodate your events.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/townshend-lake-recreation-area to be notified when sites open up.
Townshend Lake Recreation Area offers scenic views overlooking the lake with easy access via Route 30 and ample recreational opportunities including fishing, boating, hiking, and biking operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Gray Fox, Sharp-shinned Hawk, and Hairy Woodpecker have been documented in the area within 8km.
Insider tips for Townshend Lake Recreation Area: Book early—this is a popular federal campground with only 3 tent sites. Boat ramp provides access for canoeing, kayaking, and small motor boats (10hp or less). Located 19 miles north of Brattleboro on Vermont Route 30 for easy access.
Skip Townshend Lake Recreation Area if: You need electrical hookups—no hookups available at most sites.. You visit during winter months—seasonal operations May through October only.. You require extensive facilities—only 3 tent sites with limited picnic tables available..
Best time to visit Townshend Lake Recreation Area: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.. July-August — Peak season for water activities; lake stocked once yearly with Rainbow trout..
Nearby campgrounds: Winhall Brook Camping Area (South Londonderry, VT), Grout Pond Campground (Manchester Center, VT), Hapgood Pond (Peru, VT), Surry Mountain Lake Beach (Keene, NH).
Cell Phone Coverage at Townshend Lake Recreation Area
Cell signal at Townshend Lake Recreation Area (Townshend, VT): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Townshend Lake is a flood control project operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, serving communities within the West River Valley, and those downstream. In addition to protection from floods, the lake provides many recreational opportunities, including picnicking, hiking and fishing.Within the Townshend Lake Recreation Area, three large picnic shelters are available for reservation, each equipped with electrical hookups to better accommodate your events.
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground with only 3 tent sites.
Boat ramp provides access for canoeing, kayaking, and small motor boats (10hp or less).
Located 19 miles north of Brattleboro on Vermont Route 30 for easy access.
Campground operates seasonally during these months only.
Peak season for water activities; lake stocked once yearly with Rainbow trout.
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
Townshend Lake is located 19 miles north of Brattleboro, Vermont, on Vermont Route 30.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Townshend Lake fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Townshend Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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