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Hoot Toot and Whistle Trail

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What 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, permitting, funding and contracting, the construction project is underway. This will cover all but one section of the HTW trail. Currently, the installation of bridges and boardwalks is underway. In addition, trail leveling has been completed in many areas. However, the work is still underway and now planned to be completed at the end of October. Please be patient while the work is being done to complete this important project! Thank you. 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 October 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:

Private donations:

  • Wilmington Fund
  • Individual & anonymous donors
  • Mountain View Association

How to help the project succeed

Donate here.

Project partners

 

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.