The Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation recognizes our responsibility to promote healthy forests and manage resilient landscapes across both private and public property. At the Division of Forests, our mission is to safeguard healthy forests in collaboration with Vermont citizens. We promote best practices, sustainable use, and land respect. Through various programs, we manage Agency lands, monitor statewide forest health, empower private landowners as stewards, and engage in urban forestry, disease prevention, wildfire protection, industry support, and forestry education. Our partnerships drive our mission's success, fostering resilient landscapes for current and future generations across Vermont's lands.
Storm damage is widespread, and we are assessing conditions.
- State Parks Updates: Stay up to date on Vermont State Parks
- Trail and Road Access and Conditions: Check Trail Finder and State Lands Road Closures to learn about trail and road access and conditions. We urge hikers to respect trail notices and closures and prioritize safety when accessing recreation sites.
- Flood Recovery Resources for Forest Economy Businesses and Landowners
- Be prepared: sign up for VT Alerts, watch the weather from the NWS, check VT 511 for traffic, report damages to Vermont 211, and find flood assistance.