Discover Your National Forests
The Green Mountain and the Finger Lakes National Forests offer sprawling quintessential northeastern woodland settings in Vermont (Green Mountains) and New York (Finger Lakes).
Whether to hike, ski, or admire the fall foliage, diverse recreation opportunities draw in visitors year-round.
Winter Sports
The Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forests offer developed and undeveloped opportunities for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, downhill skiing, snowmobiling, snowmobiling, fat tire biking, and sledding and tubing
Know Before You Go
Roads
Most Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forest Roads are closed during the winter months. Please refer to the Motor Vehicle Use Maps for a list of seasonal and special vehicle designations.
Fishing
Fishing is allowed on the Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests with valid state fishing licenses and within appropriate season dates.
National Weather Service
Before heading to your National Forest, check the forecast! Check the weather at your current and destination locations. Conditions at the trailhead may differ from your destination. It’s best to be prepared for most weather conditions despite what is forecasted.