Snowmobile Registration
Vermont Snowmobile
Registration 2026
Everything you need to register a snowmobile in Vermont — fees, trail pass requirements, groomed trail information, and official agency links. Vermont's VAST (Vermont Association of Snow Travelers) trail system covers 4,500 miles linking small towns and communities. Vermont registration includes the VAST trail permit, simplifying the process for riders.
Annual Period
Trail Pass Required
4,500 Groomed Miles
2026 Snowmobile Registration Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Resident Fee
$49.00
Annual registration
Non-Resident Fee
$80.00
out-of-state registration
Trail Pass
Required
$0.00 resident
Groomed Miles
4,500
miles of groomed trails
Registration Fees
Vermont Snowmobile Registration Fees
Resident Fee
$49.00
Annual registration for Vermont residents.
Non-Resident Fee
$80.00
Out-of-state riders visiting Vermont.
Trail Pass (Resident)
$0.00
Required to access groomed trail systems.
Trail Pass (Non-Res.)
$0.00
Non-resident trail pass for visiting riders.
Trail System
Purchase Vermont Trail Pass
Vermont Snowmobile Trails
Trail Pass Required
A trail pass is required to ride on groomed trail systems in Vermont.
Resident cost: $0.00.
Vermont registration includes the VAST membership trail permit — no separate purchase needed for the trail system.
4,500+ miles of groomed snowmobile trails
Season typically runs December through March
Popular Trail Systems
VAST Corridor 2, Stowe area trails, Northeast Kingdom network, Trapp Family Lodge trails, Groton State Forest corridor, Mad River Valley trails.
Safety Rules
Vermont Snowmobile Safety Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Helmet Required | Not Mandated (strongly recommended) |
| Minimum Age | 10 years old |
| Safety Course | Voluntary |
| Speed Limit | 45 mph on groomed trails |
| Headlight Required | Yes |
Reciprocity
Vermont Snowmobile Reciprocity Agreements
Vermont has reciprocity agreements with the following states — your Vermont registration is recognized there:
Important Notes
Vermont-Specific Rules
Vermont registration includes VAST membership, which gives access to the 4,500-mile VAST trail network. Vermont connects to NH, Maine, and Quebec systems. Riders under 18 must complete a safety course.
Data last verified: January 1, 2025
Source: Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation (fpr.vermont.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current fees with the agency before registering.