Enosburg Falls River Access Park
Enosburg Falls, Vermont
Missisquoi River
- Public access: Yes
- Activities: fishing, photography, swimming, paddling, portage, birding
- Caretaker: Village of Enosburg Falls
Enosburg Falls River Access Park
Once a natural falls over bedrock, the “falls” is now formed by a dam across the Missisquoi River. Nonetheless, the falls are the jewel of Enosburg — the picturesque symbol of village and namesake of the local high school. Enjoyed by generations of anglers and photographers, this public access came to a screeching halt when the landowner put up no trespassing signs, cutting people off from this beloved stretch of the Missisquoi River. Vermont River Conservancy stepped in and bought the land in 2012 and, in a unique partnership with Green Mountain Habitat for Humanity, we carved off two small lots for affordable homes. A win-win all around, this project provided homes for two local families and made sure people would always be able to enjoy the stunning view of Enosburg Falls.
When visiting this 7-acre riverside park, anglers will enjoy access to the remaining bedrock pools below the falls, where cool waters host smallmouth bass and trophy trout. Paddlers can access the river to begin a float on the Missisquoi or, when coming from upriver as part of the Northern Forest Canoe Trail, this protected area makes it possible to portage around the dam.
Conservation Details
- River: Missisquoi River
- Acreage: 7.33
- River frontage (ft): 1,500
Funding Partners
This project made possible thanks to the support and partnership of:
- Vermont Housing and Conservation Board
- Town of Enosburgh Conservation Fund
- Vermont Department of Fish & Wildlife
- Franklin / Grand Isle Habitat for Humanity
- Lake Champlain International
- Lake Champlain Basin Program
- Fields Pond Foundation
- More than 65 community donors
Directions
From Rt 108 North headed into Enosburg Falls, turn left onto Duffy Hill Rd. immediately before the Bridge. Park at the pull-off a few hundred feet ahead on your right.
