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First Day Hike 2026

  • Round Pond State Park 27 E Shore Rd South Hero, VT, 05486 United States (map)

Join South Hero Land Trust on Thursday January 1st, 2026, at 9:00 AM at Round Pond State Park for a casual walk through the woods and meadows as we make our way down to celebrate the New Year on the beautiful Lake Champlain shoreline.

All ages welcome on this ~1 mile hike, with gentle hills. Dogs welcome on leash.

Please RSVP here, so we can be in touch closer to the date!

If there is enough snow, snowshoes can be handy, but are usually not necessary. Similarly, if the conditions are icy, microspikes, yaktrax or other traction devices can be helpful. The Worthen Library has kid and adult-sized showshoes for rent.

Contact nora@shlt.org if you have any questions or concerns about gear or anything else related to the walk. Between our staff, board and members, we can usually find someone with extra gear to lend, so that everyone who wants to come is able.

If you have any other questions about the event, please email  nora@shlt.org