VAST Vermont Snowmobile Vacations Snowmobile Guide V.A.S.T. Snowmobile Trail Lodging Snowmobiling Registration and Safety Information

snowmobilers snowmobile vermont The winter brings a unique opportunity to view some of nature's awesome beauty. The snowmobiling enthusiast will love Vermont, for here the snowmobiler can enjoy breath-taking vistas, clean country air, superb accommodations, groomed snowmobile trails, and outstanding dining. Vermont has more than 4,700 miles of groomed snowmobile trails, a remarkable trail system that is one of the best in the world.

The snowmobile trails are groomed by local snowmobile clubs, members of the Vermont Association of Snow Travelers (VAST). VAST is the non-profit association that maintains Vermont's trail network with more than 112 groomers working statewide.

If you are new to snowmobiling in Vermont be sure to read the information below about Vermont Snowmobile Rules, Permits, Laws and VAST Trail Types and the VAST Trail System. A TMA or Trail Pass is required to ride on VAST Snowmobile Trails in Vermont. Snowmobiler friendly lodging is available in every region of Vermont, check the map below to find our suggestions. Please ride responsibly and respect the environment and landowners and thank you mentioning VTLiving.com to our recommended businesses.

Recommended Businesses for a Vermont Snowmobile Vacation

The White House of Wilmington, 178 Route 9 E, Wilmington, VT 05363 Phone: 800-541-2135. A romantic, classic Country inn. Find dining and superior accommodations. 23 private rooms, fireplaces, balconies, mountain views, whirlpool tubs. Full breakfast and dinner served daily. Easy access to the VAST Snowmobile trails. Visit www.whitehouseinn.com or e-mail for additional information

Swiss Farm Inn, Route 100 North, Pittsfield, VT 05762 Ph: 1-800-245-5126 or 802-746-8341. For more than 50 years the Swiss Farm Inn has been a year 'round Vermont country lodge, catering to skiers (Killington Mountain & Pico Mt. Ski areas), snowmobilers, hunters (Green Mountain National Forest), fishing & fly fishing (Vermont fishing lakes & rivers nearby), mountain bikers, summer tourists, leaf peekers, golfers (Great golfing nearby including Green Mountain National Golf Course), group trips & family reunions. Family friendly with affordable rates. Visit our web site at www.swissfarminn.com or e-mail for more info.

Mountain Top Inn & Resort, Chittenden, VT 05737 Phone: 1-800-445-2100 Four-season resort on 350 acres, eleven miles from Killington. Breathtaking views, endless adventures for couples and families. Miles of trails for snowmobile touring, elevations to 2100ft. Fun for everyone. 29 classic Lodge rooms and 5 pet friendly cabins. Fine & casual dining. Visit www.mountaintopinn.com or e-mail for more information.

Vermont Snowmobiling Vacations by Region
Click Vermont map on region of interest	Champlain Valley Vermont Snowmobiling Burlington, Middlebury, St. Albans, the Islands of NW Vermont
	North Central Vermont Snowmobiling Montpelier, Barre, Randolph, Waterbury, Stowe, Mad River Valley
	Northeast Kingdom VT Snowmobiling St. Johnsbury, Newport, Barton, Lyndonville, Burke, Jay, Island Pond
	South Central Vermont Snowmobiling Rutland, White River Jct., Woodstock, Quechee, Brandon, Killington
	Southern Vermont Snowmobiling Bennington, Brattleboro, Manchester, Arlington, Newfane

VAST Trail System

Within Vermont there are more then 4,700 miles of corridor trails and 1,500 miles of secondary trails. 80% of VAST trails are on private land - so be sure to stay on designated trails.

VAST Trail Types

There are two types of snowmobile trails - Corridor Trails and Secondary Trails.

Corridor Trails

Corridor Trails extend the entire lenght and width of the state of Vermont. These trails provide a wide range of snowmobile rides, from short loops to extended trips of over 100 miles per day. These trails are maintained by local snowmobile clubs with financil aid from VAST, and are desingated with GREEN tags.

Secondary Trails

Secondary Trails are designated as local club and feeder trails between the corridor trails. The secondary trails are generally for local use and have variable trails widths ranging from 4 to 8 feet and variable grooming conditions. These trails are designated with ORANGE signs.