Bald Mountain, Townshend VT
Autumn is a wonderful time to head to Townshend to hike up Bald Mountain. The trailhead for the hike is located at Townshend State Park. A vertical climb of 1,140 feet from the State Park campground leads to the summit. The complete loop trail is 2.6 miles long and will take approximately 4 hours all together. Geological features along the trail include waterfalls, chutes, and pools. From the top of the mountain, vistas provide views of the Townshend Reservior and the West River Valley, Stratton Mountain, and southwestern New Hampshire. As you enter the state park you will see a stone house that was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) during the depression. The house was built from stone quarried in the forest.
Directions:
•From the North - Take Route 30 South to the Townshend Lake Recreation Area; turn right over dam, then left at T-intersection. The Townshend State Park is 2 miles ahead on right.•From the South - Take Route 30 North to State Forest Road. Park is 2 miles ahead on left.
