Scott Bridge

Townshend · Southern Vermont

A broader southern Vermont river stop with local-use value.

Swimming

Wading and swimmi…

Access

Bridge-side river access

Parking

Calm

Water

Moderate

Footing

Slick

Light

Bright

Difficulty

Reward

Risk

Open On Map Conditions Nearby

Good fit

Southern Vermont river depth

Quick warm-weather dips

People comfortable scouting first

Skip

The river is high or stained

You want a dramatic gorge or falls page

The bridge-side setup feels too exposed

Before you go

Scout the river before entering.
This page is more about local river access than spectacle.
Use only obvious and safe parking.
Treat the water pin as an approximate river point.
If the river looks pushy, skip it.

Photos

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