Brave the Elements
Before heading to your National Forest, check the forecast!
Conditions at the trailhead when an adventure begins may differ greatly from the conditions at the final destination when an adventure ends. It’s important to check the weather for where you are, where you are going, and to know how the conditions may change over time.
National Weather Service
Find local forecasts, weather alerts, or additional safety tips on the National Weather Service website
Remember:
TURN BACK if the weather unexpectedly changes, or if you’re simply not as prepared as you thought.
Mud Season
Warmer temperatures, spring rain and deep, frozen ground make it difficult for the landscape to absorb water. So, it pools on the surface of your favorite trails and roads making hiking or vehicular travel difficult.
Winter Hiking
Whether you’re hiking in New York or Vermont, the Green Mountain Club has plenty of useful winter recreation tips for staying safe while visiting your Forests in colder months.