As of July 19, 2024
South America Pond Road remains closed between the shooting range and the powerline crossing south and east of South America Pond. Several crossings and sections of roadbed have been compromised as a result of a heavy rain event on May 15, and then again on July 10th. Repairs will be done as soon as the contractor is available and posted here when complete. If you come across additional sections of road that have been compromised it is advised that you turn back.
West Mountain WMA: All gates at West Mountain are open, including South America Pond Road, Paul Stream Road, Notch Pond Road and Dennis Pond Road.
Nulhegan Basin Division of the Conte Refuge: Several washouts reported.
- Overlook road closed indefinitely
- Western access from Henshaw (bridge over the North Branch is gone) closed indefinitely
- Gates remain open
Weyerhaeuser Lands: Extensive road damage.
Bill Sladyk WMA: CLOSED, several large washouts
Background
West Mountain WMA is the largest wildlife management area in Vermont. It is a vast area of bogs and evergreens and is known for its remote character and large moose population.
Since 1999, the Agency of Natural Resources has managed West Mountain WMA for natural resource conservation and public access, and has managed a public access easement on adjacent lands now belonging to the Weyerhaeuser Timber Company. This complex project has involved collaboration with partner organizations including The Nature Conservancy, Vermont Housing and Conservation Board, Vermont Land Trust, and Weyerhaeuser, as well as numerous local and state constituent groups.