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Recommended Trail Standards

Designing and building high-quality trails that facilitate a positive experience and protect natural resources can feel like a daunting task. There are many resources available from multiple trails organizations that can help throughout the process. Please reach out to Claire Polfus, Recreation Program Manager (claire.polfus@vermont.gov), if you have any questions that aren’t answered in the resources linked below.

General Guidelines 

By Use Type  

Accessible Recreation   

Mountain Biking   

Rail Trails and Multi-Use Paths   

Equestrian  

Backcountry Ski   

Snowmobile   

River Access   

Rock Climbing  

Trails Near Wetlands   

Trails Near Rivers  

  • VT DEC Rivers Program Recreation Trail Building and Riparian Areas – Coming soon  

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