Winooski Nature Trail

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This is a very scenic trail that goes along the Winooski River to the falls, with rock cliffs and the railroad trestle crossing the river.

Trail Activity

Length

1.30 miles, Network

Difficulty

Easy

Towns

Colchester (VT), Winooski (VT)

Surface

Packed Earth/Dirt, Gravel/Crushed Stone/Cinder, Boardwalk/Bog Bridging

Pets

Permitted on leash

Fees

Details

Description

This is a very scenic trail that goes along the Winooski River to the falls, with rock cliffs and the railroad trestle crossing the river. It's generally well-maintained and easy to walk, except for a few steep inclines. An enjoyable and worthwhile walking experience.

Features of this trail include:

Nature close to home
Wildflowers, scenic views and fishing
Start of 8 mile canoe trail to Lake Champlain
On bus line
Nearby restaurants

Other Information

Park Rules:

Parks are free and open from dawn to dusk
The park welcomes hikers, anglers, paddlers, skaters, ice fishermen, birders, and naturalists
Dogs on leashes only
Not a staffed facility, enjoy at your own risk
Carry in, Carry out
Take only pictures and leave only footprints
No mountain bikes
No motor vehicles
No discharge of firearms
No hunting or trapping
No open fires of glass bottles
No motorized boats (including electric motors)

Trail Manager

Visit Winooski Valley Park District online for more information or contact:

Winooski Valley Park District
Ethan Allen Homestead
Burlington, VT 05408
info@wvpd.org
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Trail Tips

Travel on Durable Surfaces

Stick to established trails. If there's no trail, try to walk on rock, gravel, or snow and spread out so that your group doesn't create a trail.

Directions

Trailhead Information

From the roundabout in Winooski, turn onto East Allen Street (Route 15 East). The parking lot and trailhead are just off East Allen Street, 200 feet west of the railroad tracks.

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Parking

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Wildlife Viewing

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