Severe winter weather conditions lead to seasonal road closures in Vermont. Some roads are closed for the winter months regularly, while other roads might see closures due to unexpected conditions or construction.

Vermont

is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful states in America, offering some of the most scenic New England fall landscapes imaginable.

But be warned: snowfall starts in November and can continue through spring. If you’re planning a trip to Vermont, make sure to avoid the winter months, which are wrought with road closures.

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How to check for road closures in Vermont

To stay updated on road closures in Vermont, your best bet is to

contact your local Forest Service Ranger Station

. It’s not the most user-friendly source for updates, but it’s the most accurate.

Download

Vermont Road Report

for real-time updates on road conditions and closures. If you’re less concerned about the utmost accuracy, you can always rely on a classic navigation app. Vermont’s Agency of Transportation

recommends Waze

for getting updates on winter conditions and road closures.

You can also subscribe to the Department of Public Safety’s

Vermont Alert

(VT-ALERT) system for updates on severe weather conditions and emergencies in Vermont.

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Vermont roads that close in the winter

The problem with Vermont’s winter road closures is that there’s no exhaustive list of roads that close seasonally. Various parks departments simply advise you to stay updated on local conditions, since road closures due to snowfall are frequent.

However, we’ve pinpointed a few areas that promise road closures in the winter in Vermont.

Green Mountain National Forest

According to the

National Forest Service

, most roads in Green Mountain National Forest are closed in the winter, from November to May or June, depending on the weather. Contact your local ranger for more information on closures—especially if you are planning a trip.

Lincoln Gap

Closed from: November to May or June

Highest elevation: 2,424 feet

While its elevation pales in comparison to roads in states like Utah or Colorado, Lincoln Gap is the highest vehicle-accessible mountain pass in the state of Vermont! Lincoln Gap is not plowed in the winter—so it’s safe to assume it’s always closed once winter hits.

Gilead to Stow Route 113

Closed from: November to May or June

Highest elevation: N/A

This route—only 22 miles in Vermont—connects VT 110 to the New Hampshire border and is typically closed in the winter.

Bear Notch Rd.

Closed from: November to May or June

Highest elevation: N/A

This popular hiking destination near New Hampshire sees road closures due to weather in the winter season—so make sure to

check for road closures

here if you’re interested in visiting.

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