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Park Alerts
Allis
Park Updates & Alerts
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
- The fire tower at Allis State Park will be closed through mid-June 2025 for improvements. Day use access will be limited. The Bear Hill Nature trail remains open for public use.
Big Deer
Park Updates & Alerts
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
Bomoseen
Park Updates & Alerts
- Bath houses use shower tokens instead of coins. One token costs .50 for 5 minutes of hot water. Tokens are available at the contact station during regular operating hours.
- Check for beach closures and latest swimwater test results for this location.
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
Branbury
Park Updates & Alerts
- Bath houses use shower tokens instead of coins. One token costs .50 for 5 minutes of hot water. Tokens are available at the contact station during regular operating hours.
- Check for beach closures and latest swimwater test results for this location.
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
Burton Island
Park Updates & Alerts
- Check for beach closures and latest swimwater test results for this location.
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
- Due to limited parking at the Kill Kare ferry launch, we request a maximum of 2 cars per group
- The Island Runner Ferry will continue to operate with reservations. Please call Kill Kare to schedule your trips to Burton Island.
- The maximum stay at prime sites is 14 days.
Button Bay
Park Updates & Alerts
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
- Pool hours are 10 am to 5 pm, 7 days a week. Dependent on staffing, pool may be closed 1-1:30 pm for lifeguard lunch break.
- Bath houses use shower tokens instead of coins. One token costs .50 for 5 minutes of hot water. Tokens are available at the contact station during regular operating hours.
Camel's Hump
Park Updates & Alerts
- Burrows and Monroe trailhead parking areas often fill up during summer days. Please have a back-up hike planned in case you arrive to find a full parking lot. Parking in an ad-hoc manner can hinder emergency vehicle and neighbors' access.
Coolidge
Park Updates & Alerts
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
- Park entrance road is 0.9 miles to the park office. This steep and narrow road is challenging for large trailers and RV’s.
- Black bears are active at Coolidge State Park. When staying at the park, please keep food and coolers in a secured vehicle and place trash, recycling and food scraps in provided bear-proof central disposal containers.
D.A.R.
Park Updates & Alerts
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
- Bath houses use shower tokens instead of coins. One token costs .50 for 5 minutes of hot water. Tokens are available at the contact station during regular operating hours.
Emerald Lake
Park Updates & Alerts
- Check for beach closures and latest swimwater test results for this location.
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
- Bath houses use shower tokens instead of coins. One token costs $0.50 for 5 minutes of hot water. Tokens are available at the contact station during regular operating hours.
Fort Dummer
Park Updates & Alerts
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
Gifford Woods
Park Updates & Alerts
- If planning a stay at sites along the lower loop, please note that construction at the adjacent Gifford Woods Maintenance Shop will be ongoing throughout the season and will occur weekdays between 7 a.m. through 5 p.m.
- Black bears are active at Gifford Woods State Park. When staying at the park, please keep food and coolers in a secured vehicle or food cache locker (available in several locations in the park) and place trash, recycling and food scraps in provided bear-proof central disposal containers.
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
Green River Reservoir
Park Updates & Alerts
- The boardwalk at Green River Reservoir is undergoing repairs through June. Waterfront access will not be ADA accessible until after the repairs finish.
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
- Group reservations can only be made by calling the park during the operating season.
- Follow @VTGreenRiver on Twitter for for site availability and parking updates.
Half Moon Pond
Park Updates & Alerts
- Check for beach closures and latest swimwater test results for this location.
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
- Bath houses use shower tokens instead of coins. One token costs $0.50 for 5 minutes of hot water. Tokens are available at the contact station during regular operating hours.
Jamaica
Park Updates & Alerts
- The West River Trail is open to the viewing platform at the Dumplings. To access Switch Road and Hamilton Falls, please use the detour via the Overlook Trail which can be access from the upper loop in the campground. Be advised that the landslide on the West River Trail, located beyond the Dumpling viewing platform, remains active and highly hazardous.
- Due to construction at the Ball Mountain Dam the Army Corps is hosting the release on May 3 and 4. Jamaica State Park will open for camping Friday, May 16. Prior to opening, visitors are welcome to use the park for day activities, including accessing the West River Trail and paddling on the West River.
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
- The weight limit on the Depot Street Bridge leading into the park has a weight limit of 8 tons with no exceptions. Please be sure the total weight of your vehicle and RV does not exceed the limit.
Kettle Pond
Park Updates & Alerts
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
Knight Island
Park Updates & Alerts
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
Lake St. Catherine
Park Updates & Alerts
- Check for beach closures and latest swimwater test results for this location.
- Bath houses use shower tokens instead of coins. One token costs $0.50 for 5 minutes of hot water. Tokens are available at the contact station during regular operating hours.
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
Little River
Park Updates & Alerts
- A timber harvest is beginning the week of December 16th and will continue through the winter. Logging trucks will be present along the road and Dalley Road near the History Hike. Area B will not be available for off season camping. There will be signage along the road and in the campground.
- The maximum stay at prime sites is 14 days.
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
- Check for beach closures and latest swimwater test results for this location.
Molly's Falls Pond
Park Updates & Alerts
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
Molly Stark
Park Updates & Alerts
- The Mt. Olga tower has reopened after repairs.
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
- Bath houses use shower tokens instead of coins. One token costs $0.50 for 5 minutes of hot water. Tokens are available at the contact station during regular operating hours.
Mount Ascutney
Park Updates & Alerts
- The park has recently undergone a harvest of ash trees to proactively manage for visitor safety due to the effects of Emerald ash borer (EAB). In the short-term, the removal of ash trees has led to a visual change in the forested areas of this park. Over the next few years, new trees will sprout, targeted plantings will occur, and existing trees will expand their canopies to fill in the gaps.
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
Mount Philo
Park Updates & Alerts
- UVM Cycling will be racing up the mountain road April 20th, 2025. The park will remain open during this event.
- Park will be closed on May 2nd-4th, 2025 for the Sports Car Club of Vermont's annual car race.
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
- Bath houses use shower tokens instead of coins. One token costs $0.50 for 5 minutes of hot water. Tokens are available at the contact station during regular operating hours.
Muckross
Park Updates & Alerts
- There is a small parking area inside the park entrance at 26 Muckross Rd. with space for 6 vehicles. When that is full, visitors must park at the Toonerville Trail trailhead or at the Exit 7 Park & Ride.
New Discovery
Park Updates & Alerts
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
Quechee
Park Updates & Alerts
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
Seyon Lodge
Park Updates & Alerts
- Please call the park directly for information and reservations.
- Seyon Lodge is only available for whole lodge rentals; individual overnight stays are not permitted at this time.
Smugglers' Notch
Park Updates & Alerts
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
Stone Hut
Stone Hut Updates & Alerts
- Please sign up for the Stone Hut Newsletter below for updates and notification of cancelations.
Taconic Mountains Ramble
Park Updates & Alerts
- Japanese garden maintained from Memorial Day weekend through 2nd Monday in October. The Japanese garden is accessed by a very steep, hilly trail.
Thetford Hill
Park Updates & Alerts
- There are no current updates or alerts.
Townshend
Park Updates & Alerts
- Due to the July flooding event the Bald Mountain trail is currently closed.
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
Underhill
Park Updates & Alerts
- The first pedestrian bridge on the Sunset Ridge Trail - closest to the trailhead/register box sign-in - is temporarily closed. Please follow the flagged trail until further notice.
- The Underhill State Park parking lot is currently undergoing construction. Please be aware of trucks actively working in the lot and be prepared to park roadside. Campers will be given priority of available spaces nearest the campsites.
- Due to limited parking capacity, carpooling to Underhill State Park is recommended. In times of peak visitation, visitors may need to park along Mountain Road below the State Park entrance.
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
Waterbury Reservoir
Park Updates & Alerts
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
Wilgus
Park Updates & Alerts
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
Woodford
Park Updates & Alerts
- Check for beach closures and latest swimwater test results for this location.
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
- Bath houses use shower tokens instead of coins. One token costs $0.50 for 5 minutes of hot water. Tokens are available at the contact station during regular operating hours.
Woods Island
Park Updates & Alerts
- Firewood is not to be brought to parks from out of state UNLESS the wood is packaged, labeled as having been heat treated, and certified by USDA or the appropriate state department of agriculture. For more info, click here.
Burton Island Marina
Park Updates & Alerts
- The Island Runner Ferry will continue to operate with reservations. Please call Kill Kare to schedule your trips to Burton Island.
Groton Nature Center
Park Updates & Alerts
- Please note a portion of the Peacham Bog Loop Trail, between the Little Loop and Coldwater Brook Road, is currently closed, due to needed repairs to the bridge.
Lowell Lake
Park Updates & Alerts
- Parking lot closes when full, typically in periods of peak use (weekends and holidays). Note that no parking or standing is allowed at any time on Londonderry town roadways. Please be considerate of our neighbors.
- Lowell Lake State Park Master Plan
