Vermont - June 5, 2024

9 Vermont State Parks to Visit This Year 🌲

Celebrate 100 years of Vermont State Parks in 2024 with free...

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100 YEARS OF VERMONT STATE PARKS

In 2024, Vermont State Parks celebrates a century of family firsts, big adventure, and memorable moments. Statewide, 55 parks make up a legacy of conservation and stewardship in Vermont, creating a haven for families and outdoor recreators to enjoy scenic landscapes and history while protecting and preserving them for future generations. Share your parks memories and read others’ and get out there this year – Vermont State Parks are for everyone.

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VERMONT DAYS

Vermont Days are June 8-9, 2024. This annual weekend event celebrates the arrival of summer with free admission to Vermont State Parks and state-owned historic sites. Interested in fishing? On June 8, you can fish in Vermont without a license. Vermont Days is all free for both Vermonters and non-residents.
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People swim and paddle in a blue lake or play or relax on a sandy beach on a sunny day. Trees are visible on the other side of the lake.

VISIT STATE PARKS

On trails, lakes, and scenic overlooks at Vermont State Parks, discover room to breathe, freedom to feel, and the space to look around and simply take notice. From Lake Carmi State Park in the north to Molly Stark State Park down south, discover a new state park or visit a favorite.
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9 VERMONT STATE PARKS TO VISIT THIS SEASON

Vermont’s 55 state parks offer unique ways to make the most of the season. Discover parks famous for races to the summit and hang gliding to remote sites with ferry boat and paddle-to access. These 9 are a great place to start as you plan your Vermont vacation.

VERMONT IN THE MEDIA

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SPOTLIGHT ON VERMONT’S STATE PARKS

In Vermont, you’re rarely more than a half-hour drive from a state park, making visiting several in one trip easy and fun. The parks network is robust, with 2,225 campsites, 605 lean-tos, 51 cabins, 29 beaches, 38 picnic areas, a swimming pool, and a year-round lodge hidden deep in a 27,000-acre forest. Here’s AAA Magazine’s breakdown of parks to visit this year.

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