State Park Pass
Vermont State Park
Annual Pass 2026
Complete guide to Vermont's state park annual pass — fees, inclusions, senior and disabled discounts, breakeven visit calculations, and most visited parks. Vermont's Season Pass covers day-use parking at 55 state parks and recreation areas. Parks feature Green Mountain hiking, Lake Champlain shoreline, covered bridge country, and ski-season access. The pass is a great value for families who visit multiple parks through the warm season.
$60 Annual Pass
Disabled Pass: FREE
Pays off in 15 visits
2026 Pass Quick Facts
— Vermont State Parks Season Pass
Verified 2026
Annual Pass
$60
Vermont State Parks Season Pass
Senior Rate
$30
50% off regular price
Disabled Pass
FREE
Free for qualifying disabled persons
Breakeven
15
visits to pay for itself
Value Calculator
Is the Vermont Pass Worth It?
Breakeven Point
15
visits
At an average day-use fee of $4 per visit,
the $60 Vermont State Parks Season Pass pays for itself after just 15 visits.
If you visit Vermont state parks more than 15 times per year, you save money every single time.
Avg Day-Use Fee
$4
per visit (saved)
10 Visits/Year
-$20
not yet breakeven
20 Visits/Year
+$20
saved vs. daily fees
Pass Inclusions
What Does the Vermont Pass Cover?
The following activities and facilities are covered (or not covered) by the Vermont State Parks Season Pass.
Hiking
Included
Swimming
Included
Camping
Extra Fee
Boat Launch
Not Included
Fee Schedule
Vermont State Park Pass Pricing
| Pass Type | Annual Fee | Savings |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont State Parks Season Pass | $60.00 | Base rate |
| Senior Pass 62+ or 65+ | $30.00 | 50% off |
| Disabled Pass Qualifying disability | FREE | 100% off |
Park System Facts
Vermont State Park System
55
State Parks
80,000
Total Acres
Top Destinations
Most Visited Vermont State Parks
These parks see the highest visitation and where the annual pass pays off fastest:
1
Quechee State Park
2
Mount Philo State Park
3
Kingsland Bay State Park
4
Lake Carmi State Park
5
Allis State Park
Important Notes
Vermont Pass Details
Vermont season pass (62+) is 50% off for seniors. Disabled Vermont residents receive a free seasonal pass. The Green Mountain Club manages hiking trails within state parks. Many Vermont state parks are open Memorial Day to Columbus Day. Camping fees are separate at $22-$40/night.
Source: Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation (vtstateparks.com).
Pass fees and inclusions verified 2026. Always confirm current pricing directly with the agency before purchasing.