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August 17, 2026

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Summer Send Off Floatie Contest. August 21 through 31, 2026. Enter your best floatie into the Summer Send-Off Floatie Contest! Upload your photo via link https://bit.ly/Floatie-Contest-2026

2026 Summer Send Off Floatie Contest

Dust off your favorite floatie and head to your favorite Vermont State Park. Send a picture of you and your amazing float into us via QR code or link for a chance to win prize bundles!

April 8, 2026

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Vermont State Parks Shield Logo

Vermont State Parks Seeks Public Input on 2026 Rules and Regulations

Vermont State Parks are asking for public feedback on proposed rule changes for 2026. These changes focus on visitor behavior, services, and fees across park lands.

March 30, 2026

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A sign indicates a park trail is closed for mud season as its too muddy.

Protect Vermont's Trails During Mud Season

Mud season is here! The Department of Forests, Parks & Recreation is asking the public to stay off soft, muddy trails this spring, so they’ll be in great shape when hiking and biking season arrives.

February 18, 2026

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Photo of the river and view from the Overlook Trail at Jamaica State Park

Public Scoping Meeting Planned for Jamaica State Park Long-Range Management Plan

The Vermont Agency of Natural Resources invites the public to participate in developing a new long-range management plan (LRMP) for Jamaica State Park.

January 12, 2026

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Family standing in front of a tent

2026 Camping Reservation Policy Updates

Policy changes go into effect February 11, and we want to make sure you know what to expect before you book.

December 10, 2025

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Vermont State Parks 2026 First Day Hikes

Vermont State Parks First Day Hikes

This is the official page for the 2026 First Day Hikes in Vermont. All updates will be posted to this page.

October 24, 2025

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Text reads "Cast your vote" above an icon of a camera with a red maple leaf over a series of scenic fall images.

Vote now for Fall Photo Contest

Cast your vote for the top three images before the clock strikes midnight on Halloween!

September 18, 2025

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The vibrate red colors in the Fall over the water at Mollys Falls State Park.

2025 Falling for Vermont State Parks Photo Contest

We are seeking your best shots of the legendary foliage in VT State Park during the 2025 fall season.

August 20, 2025

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A person rides a bike in the forest on the West River Trail.

West River Trail Reopens at Jamaica State Park

Nearly two years after historic rainfall triggered a landslide that closed a section of the West River Trail at Jamaica State Park, the trail is once again open to public use.

June 17, 2025

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Price updates in effect on July 1, 2025

Select prices to change on July 1st.