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Skydiving in Vermont

Jump 2 drop zones across Vermont. Maps, hours, contact info, photos, and verified operator profiles, all in one place.

Green Mountains, the Northeast Kingdom, and Lake Champlain.

Updated August 31, 2026

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Skydive Vermont

Highgate, VT5.0(42)

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Skydive Vermont is a skydiving drop zone based in Highgate, VT. They offer tandem skydives and a static-line course, with views of Lake Champlain, the Green Mountains, and the Montreal skyline on…

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Vermont Skydiving Adventures

Addison, VT4.9(130)

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Vermont Skydiving Adventures is a drop zone in Addison, Vermont, offering tandem jumps with scenic views of Lake Champlain, the Adirondacks, and the Green Mo…

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About Vermont

From jump altitude over Vermont, the Green Mountains run north to south in a single unbroken ridge, and Lake Champlain widens out along the western edge like a sheet of hammered pewter. The land below is mostly farms and small towns (Middlebury, Milton), the kind of tidy rural grid that makes a freefall feel like it's happening over a model railroad. What changes most is the color. A jump in July drops you over deep summer green; the same exit in early October drops you over a valley on fire with foliage.

Tandem is how nearly everyone starts here. You're harnessed to an instructor who has done this thousands of times, the ground briefing is short, and there's no coursework standing between you and the door of the plane. Drop zones in the Champlain Valley make the most of the clear air and open sightlines, on a good day you can pick out the Adirondacks across the lake in New York while the canopy carries you down. For a first jump, the combination of low commitment and big scenery is hard to beat.

If you want to keep going, Accelerated Freefall is the path to your own license. The program walks you through a sequence of jumps, each one handing you a little more control, until you're exiting and flying solo. Vermont's drop zones tend to be small and community-run, which works in a student's favor: instructors know your name, and the pace of learning is personal rather than industrial. Getting to an A-license takes commitment, but at the end of it the state's skies are yours to explore.

When to jump in Vermont

Peak Jun–Aug

Full season

Quick facts

Drop zones listed: 2
Best season: May through October

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Know before you go in Vermont

Confirm current requirements with the agency that sets them before your trip. Rules and fees change every season.

Minimum Age Requirement
All individuals participating in skydiving activities in Vermont, including tandem jumps and AFF training, must be at least 18 years of age. This is a USPA Basic Safety Requirement, an industry safety standard applied at USPA-affiliated drop zones nationwide, not a federal law (FAA Part 105 sets no minimum age).
Medical Fitness and Waivers
While there isn't a specific state-mandated medical exam for skydiving, participants are required to sign a comprehensive waiver acknowledging the inherent risks and certifying their physical and mental fitness to jump. Individuals with pre-existing medical conditions should consult a physician before participating and inform the drop zone.
FAA Basic Safety Requirements (BSRs)
Licensed skydivers operating in Vermont must comply with the FAA's parachute-operation rules in FAR Part 105 and, at USPA-affiliated drop zones, the USPA Basic Safety Requirements (BSRs). These regulations cover equipment standards, jump altitudes, landing areas, and other operational procedures crucial for safe skydiving. Drop zones ensure compliance for all jumpers on their premises.
Equipment Standards
All skydiving equipment used in Vermont, including parachutes, harnesses, and automatic activation devices (AADs), must meet strict Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) technical standard order (TSO) requirements. Equipment must be regularly inspected and maintained by FAA-certified riggers to ensure safety and functionality for both students and licensed jumpers.

01What is the best time of year to skydive in Vermont?

The season generally runs from late May through October. Summer brings the warmest weather and longest days; early to mid-fall trades some of that for foliage that turns the whole valley to color. Check your specific drop zone's operating dates before you plan around them.

02Are there age or weight restrictions for skydiving in Vermont?

Yes. Every jumper must be at least 18 on the day of the jump, a USPA standard. Most drop zones also cap weight, usually somewhere between 220 and 250 pounds, for safety. Confirm the exact numbers with the drop zone directly before you book.

03What should I wear for my skydive?

Comfortable athletic clothing suited to the day's weather, a t-shirt and shorts, or light long sleeves if it's cool. Closed-toe sneakers are a must. Skip sandals, hooked boots, or anything that could shake loose in freefall. Some drop zones hand you a jumpsuit.

04How long does the entire skydiving experience take?

The freefall and canopy ride are over in minutes, but the whole visit runs 2 to 4 hours or more. That covers check-in, training, gearing up, waiting out weather, and lining up for the aircraft.

05Can I get photos or videos of my skydive?

Most Vermont drop zones sell photo and video packages for tandem jumps, shot either by a separate camera flyer or off a wrist-mounted camera on your instructor. It's an add-on cost, so arrange it when you book.

06Is skydiving safe?

It's an adventure sport with real risk, but a strong safety record backs it up: rigorous training, strict FAA rules, and gear that's routinely inspected. Tandem in particular is built around safety, pairing you with a seasoned instructor after a thorough briefing.

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