The Montpelier - Wells River Rail Trail in Groton and Marshfield forms a long, peaceful bike ride or walk connecting the parks, campgrounds, and natural areas of Groton State Forest and Pine Mountain Wildlife Management Area together with quiet rural villages of Marshfield, Groton, and South Ryegate.
There is currently a half-mile of old railbed that cannot be used as a trail (a bridge is out). The bypass of this section requires travel on state highway Route 302 - use caution here. We are working to build a new bridge and open a continuous route on the bed.
In summer, the railbed is open to motor vehicles, including cars, in some sections, and in others it is non-motorized.
In winter, it is maintained as a groomed trail by local snowmobile clubs, and the entire route is open to motorized use.
Visit Cross Vermont Trail Association online for more information or contact:
VT Dept. Forests, Parks & Recreation District 5: St. Johnsbury DistrictNumerous trailheads and parking areas along the trail, see map.
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