Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forests
Discover Your National Forests
The Green Mountain National Forest and Finger Lakes National Forest are Vermont's and New York's only public, federally managed national forests.
Know Before You Go
Recent News
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Forest Service to Temporarily Close Vermont Cliffs for Peregrine Falcon Nesting
Release Date: Mar 18, 2024
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Forest Service to use prescribed fire to improve wildlife habitat
Release Date: Mar 13, 2024
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Forest Service invites public to review the Telephone Gap Integrated Resource Project preliminary environmental assessment
Release Date: Mar 8, 2024
Features
Reimagining Caywood Point
NEW YORK, WINTER 2024— For generations people have been drawn to this area to view the lakefront, be in nature and enjoy the historical site, Queens Castle. We want to know more about why this place is so special to you! In your opinion, what characteristics, qualities, activities, or other conditions at Caywood Point are important for the future?
2023 Green Mountain National Forest Town Meeting Report
VERMONT, WINTER 2024—This has been another exciting year for us, and we have worked hard to support new opportunities on the Green Mountain National Forest that benefit the people and communities that we serve. Following is a summary of what happened in your National Forest throughout the past year.
Spotlights
Telephone Gap Integrated Resource Project
The preliminary Environmental Assessment for the Telephone Gap Integrated Resource Project is now available for a 30-day comment period. Written comments will be accepted until April 8, 2024.
Recreating During Hunting Season
Visitors may continue to use their National Forests during hunting seasons but are encouraged to “plan ahead and prepare” accordingly.
Be Weather Wise
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.
Be Bear Aware
New York and Vermont are home to black bears. While it is possible to encounter a black bear on the trail, most recreationists never do.