Vermont State Parks

A few from the park of the surrounding mountains A new show, "Park Secrets", airing this summer on the Travel Channel brought Lusid Media including Jillian Cohen, the producer for the show, and her crew to Smugglers' Notch State Park on February 1st. The show uncovers "Park Secrets" and showcases a handful of hidden parks across the country and explores why they are so special. Regional Park Manager, Susan Bulmer, spent the morning with Jillian, discussing one of Vermont's hidden gems tucked in the green mountains near Stowe and what folks enjoy most about the park. Susan speaks to the film crew Smugglers’ Notch State Park is a little more 'hidden' in the winter months as part of the mountain road closes until the snow is gone, but that doesn't seem to stop many people from seeking it out and enjoying what the park has to offer. Ice climbing, skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing are popular sports in and around the park. In fact, two i...

Periodically, Vermont State Parks must adjust its fees to keep up with inflationary pressures. Fees collected for park services are an important source of revenue to support operation and maintenance of the parks. We try to keep fees affordable and competitive. Most fee changes must be approved via the Administrative Procedures Act (APA) Rule Making Process . An important part of the APA process is to inform the public in advance and give everyone an opportunity to comment. In that spirit, below are the proposed 2010 changes to, "Rules & Regulations - Visitor Conduct & Fees and Charges for State Park Services and Commercial Activities on Department Lands". Stone Hut - increase nightly fee from $150/per night to $195/per night. Kingsland Bay - increase banquet hall fees from $1,000 + $2/per person + $100 trash fee to $2,500 all inclusive. If you would like to comment on these proposed changes, send an email to craig.whipple@state.vt.us or snail mail: Craig Whipple, ...

If you’re looking for a few more amenities while you enjoy the season, Seyon Lodge offers a retreat Teddy Roosevelt would have been sure to enjoy. The recreational opportunities in Groton State Forest are unparalleled winter or summer. There are 4.9 miles of groomed cross-country ski trails for your family’s use. Additionally, thousands of acres beckon to be discovered on snowshoes right outside the front door of the lodge. Then, when you’re done with your adventure, completely relax next to the fire and then retreat to the dining room for a wonderful evening meal. The meals have even been known to draw the locals out from their warm homes and down the snowy roads! After you awake to your breakfast, the friendly Innkeepers will be happy to direct you to all the exciting opportunities the area has to offer. Seyon Lodge, without a doubt, offers a winter get-away you will never forget. A whole new world of recreational opportunities presents itself when th e snow falls in Vermont. Even in...