REGION – Start off the new year on the right foot with Vermont State Parks’ First Day Hikes. On Jan. 1, everyone is invited to join free, guided hikes taking place at state parks, state forests, and other public lands across Vermont. Hikes are led by knowledgeable guides eager to share their love of Vermont’s outdoors.
From Allis State Park to Willoughby State Forest, a First Day Hike is happening somewhere near you. Learn more about options, including hike descriptions and registration information, on the 2026 First Day Hikes page, www.vtstateparks.com/content/First-Day-Hikes-2026.
No matter where you live in Vermont, a state park or state forest is always close by. Admission is free on New Year’s Day and all winter long. You’ll discover a whole new world in winter.