About Townshend Lake Recreation Area
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Fishing
Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Playground
On Site Services
- Playground
Water Access
- Beach Access
- Lake Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (4)
What Guests Are Saying
Visitors had a wonderful experience at Townshend Lake Recreation Area and expressed a desire to return next year. The positive feedback highlights enjoyable activities and a pleasant atmosphere. Overall, it’s a well-liked destination for recreation.
What Guests Are Saying
Visitors had a wonderful experience at Townshend Lake Recreation Area and expressed a desire to return next year. The positive feedback highlights enjoyable activities and a pleasant atmosphere. Overall, it’s a well-liked destination for recreation.
Review Summary
Nancy d
July 20, 2025
WE had a great time , Hope to do it again next year
Cody L
July 2, 2022
The lake had been entirely drained with no notice. Very disappointing. Unguarded heavy machinery and seemingly no staff present to let anyone know what was going on. No one answered the phones prior to our visit and my refund request has been sitting for a week now.
Clay T
September 27, 2021
I was so nice to bring my leased dog!
Jonathan H
January 17, 2020
I have a family reunion every couple of years and Townsend is the perfect place. Easy to find, right off Rt 30. I rent one of the pavilions for the day, plenty of seating, 2 large grills, electric outlets for crock pots. Playground for the kids, love it. Make sure you bring trash cans or bags (take in, take out) and ice, town is not that far but expensive.
Location Townshend Lake Recreation Area
Address:
Townshend Lake Office
Townshend, VT, 05353
United States
Townshend Lake Recreation Area is accessible via Vermont Route 30, which is approximately 6 miles away. The nearest major road is U.S. Route 5, located about 15 miles to the east.
Latitude & Longitude: 43.0589 / -72.7065
Elevation: 168 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- Townshend Lake is a flood control project. Occasional retention of floodwaters may inundate portions of the recreation area and access road. Any shelter reservations impacted by flood-related closures will be fully refunded.
- Any special event, gathering, or activity that may affect the atmosphere of the park must receive prior approval from park staff.
- No dumpsters are available at Townshend Lake. Pack it in, pack it out.
- Pets must remain on a leash no longer than 6 ft.
- Pets are not allowed on the swimming beach.
- Campfires are not permitted.
Nearby Campgrounds
Last updated: June 4, 2026
