Union Village Dam Picnic Area (Vt)

Union Village Dam — riverside

Location: East Thetford, VT, VT

Price: From $65 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (2 reviews)

Season: May through October

Union Village Dam is a US Army Corps of Engineers facility located on the Ompompanoosuc River in Thetford, VT. Close to the towns of Hanover, New Hampshire, and Norwich, Vermont, Union Village Dam is a popular destination for outdoor recreation in the Upper Valley.Union Village Dam provides a sandy swimming beach and over a mile of trails to explore on the property. Shaded areas and open lawns provide a variety of picnic opportunities along the Ompompanoosuc River.Swimming, fishing and hiking ar

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/union-village-dam-picnic-area-vt to be notified when sites open up.

Union Village Dam offers beautiful riverside scenery with rock formations, swimming holes, and moderate hiking trails along the Ompompanoosuc River. Google reviewers praise the lovely walks, interesting landscape, and well-maintained picnic areas.

Wildlife alert: Red Fox, Wild Turkey, Red-shouldered Hawk, Ruffed Grouse, Barred Owl, Common Garter Snake, and Ringneck Snake are present in the area.

Insider tips for Union Village Dam Picnic Area (Vt): Fish the stretch below the dam for best results—stocked with rainbow trout, brook trout, and walleye Mountain bikes also use the trails; the north side of the dam has moderate hiking Book early as this is a popular federal Army Corps of Engineers facility

Skip Union Village Dam Picnic Area (Vt) if: You need hookups—this campground has no hookups. You want to camp outside May-October—seasonal operations only. You prefer larger campgrounds—only 1 tent site available.

Best time to visit Union Village Dam Picnic Area (Vt): May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: North Hartland Lake Beach (Vt) (North Hartland, VT), Wildwood (Woodsville, NH), Stoughton Pond Rec Area (Springfield , VT), Campton Campground (Thornton, NH).

Cell Phone Coverage at Union Village Dam Picnic Area (Vt)

Cell signal at Union Village Dam Picnic Area (Vt) (East Thetford, VT): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

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.

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Union Village Dam Picnic Area (Vt)

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East Thetford, VT, VT★ 4 (2 reviews)From $65/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Union Village Dam is a US Army Corps of Engineers facility located on the Ompompanoosuc River in Thetford, VT. Close to the towns of Hanover, New Hampshire, and Norwich, Vermont, Union Village Dam is a popular destination for outdoor recreation in the Upper Valley.Union Village Dam provides a sandy swimming beach and over a mile of trails to explore on the property. Shaded areas and open lawns provide a variety of picnic opportunities along the Ompompanoosuc River.Swimming, fishing and hiking are all popular activities at Union Village Dam.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Hookups1 electric sites
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Flush Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need hookups—this campground has no hookups✕ You want to camp outside May-October—seasonal operations only✕ You prefer larger campgrounds—only 1 tent site available

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Fish the stretch below the dam for best results

stocked with rainbow trout, brook trout, and walleye

Mountain bikes also use the trails; the north side of the dam has moderate hiking

Book early as this is a popular federal Army Corps of Engineers facility

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Red Fox, Wild Turkey, Red-shouldered Hawk, Ruffed Grouse, Barred Owl, Common Garter Snake, and Ringneck Snake are present in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From East and West: Take I-89 to White River Junction, and take I-91N. From the North: (Bradford, VT) Take exit 14 off of route I-91, and turn right onto Rt. 113. Continue up the hill on Rt. 113 for about 3/4 mile. Turn left onto Academy Rd. just before the white church. (If you reach the elementary school you have gone too far) Follow Academy Rd. about 2 3/4 miles until you reach the covered bridge. Pass through the covered bridge and take an immediate right. In 1/10th mile the Picnic Shelter w

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Union Village Dam fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Union Village Dam before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Union Village Dam Picnic Area (Vt) cost per night?+
Union Village Dam Picnic Area (Vt) costs $65 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Union Village Dam Picnic Area (Vt) open?+
Union Village Dam Picnic Area (Vt) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Union Village Dam Picnic Area (Vt) have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Union Village Dam Picnic Area (Vt)?+
Union Village Dam Picnic Area (Vt) is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Union Village Dam Picnic Area (Vt)?+
Union Village Dam Picnic Area (Vt) is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Union Village Dam Picnic Area (Vt)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Union Village Dam Picnic Area (Vt) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Union Village Dam Picnic Area (Vt) open, and what are check-in times?+
Union Village Dam Picnic Area (Vt) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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$65 /night★ 4 (2)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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