DonateWhat is it?
An easy two-mile trail that follows the bed of the old railroad along the Deerfield River and Lake Whitingham. Learn more.
What’s happening? A major renovation project.
After 4 years of design planning, funding, permitting and contracting, all but one trail section will be completed. Check back here for progress reports. For more information, contact Gretchen Havreluk at [email protected] or 802-464-8591 ext 117.
Wilmington Trail Committee is actively raising funds to fill the funding gap and finish the project. Donate here.
Timeframe: July through September 2025
The entire trail will be closed during construction. Please respect the “trail closed” signs at access points and plan to explore other area trails.
Project purpose: improve accessibility and sustainability
Accessibility features
- a more level, wider trail path
- a new level trail option to avoid an existing difficult section
- dedicated parking area on Fairview Avenue
- additional signage
Sustainability features
- bridges to reclaim more of the original rail bed path
- boardwalks over wet areas to preserve the ecosystem
- culverts for a more durable trail path
Funding to date:
Public funding sources:
- Vermont Outdoor Recreation Economic Collaborative (VOREC) grant (State of Vermont)
- Recreational Trails Program grant (State of Vermont)
- Town of Wilmington
Private donations:
- Wilmington Fund
- Individual & anonymous donors
- Mountain View Association
How to help the project succeed
Project partners
- Town of Wilmington
- Wilmington Trail Committee
- Great River Hydro
- Saladino Property Maintenance
- Arboreal Habitats
- Private landowners
Special thanks to Great River Hydro and the private landowners who grant permission for the trail to exist on their property and extend the privilege of public recreational enjoyment on their land.
