List of Vermont state forests facts for kids
Welcome to the amazing world of state forests in Vermont! These special places are like huge outdoor classrooms and playgrounds, filled with trees, wildlife, and fun trails. The forests in Vermont are looked after by the Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation. They make sure these natural areas stay healthy for everyone to enjoy, now and in the future.
Discover Vermont's State Forests
Vermont has many beautiful state forests across the state. These forests are managed for different reasons. Some are for timber, others for wildlife, and many are open for outdoor activities. You can hike, bike, or just explore nature in these special places.
Here is a list of the state forests you can find in Vermont:
| Name | County |
|---|---|
| Aitken State Forest | Rutland |
| Arlington State Forest | Bennington |
| Black Turn Brook State Forest | Essex |
| Boyer State Forest | Washington |
| Calvin Coolidge State Forest | Rutland, Windsor |
| Cambridge State Forest | Lamoille |
| Camel's Hump State Forest | Chittenden |
| Dorand State Forest | Windham |
| Downer State Forest | Windsor |
| Essex Nursery | Windsor |
| Granville Gulf Reservation | Addison |
| Groton State Forest | Caledonia, Orange, Washington |
| Hapgood State Forest | Bennington |
| Jay State Forest | Orleans |
| Jim Jeffords State Forest | Rutland |
| Jones State Forest | Washington |
| Long Trail State Forest | Franklin, Lamoille, Orleans |
| Lord State Forest | Windsor |
| Lower Clarendon Gorge State Forest | Rutland |
| Lyndon State Forest | Caledonia |
| Mathewson State Forest | Caledonia |
| Mollie Beattie State Forest | Windham |
| Mount Carmel State Forest | Rutland |
| Mount Cushman State Forest | Windsor |
| Mount Mansfield State Forest | Lamoille |
| Okemo State Forest | Rutland |
| Proctor-Piper State Forest | Windsor |
| Putnam State Forest | Washington |
| Roxbury State Forest | Washington |
| Rupert State Forest | Bennington |
| Thetford Hill State Forest | Orange |
| Townshend State Forest | Windham |
| Victory State Forest | Essex |
| Washington State Forest | Orange |
| West Rutland State Forest | Rutland |
| William C. Putnam State Forest | Windham |
| Williams River State Forest | Windsor |
| Willoughby State Forest | Caledonia |
Where to Find Vermont's Forests
This map shows where all the state forests are located in Vermont. You can see how they are spread out across different counties. It's a great way to plan your next outdoor adventure!
Explore More of Vermont's Nature
If you enjoyed learning about Vermont's state forests, you might also like to discover other natural places in the state:
- List of Vermont state parks
- List of Vermont natural areas
