Are ticks a problem in Vt?

There have been 200 tick reports near Vt, VT, with 0 bites and 200 sightings. The most common species reported is the Unidentified. Check the Tick Map for the latest 2026 tick activity.

What kind of ticks are in Vt?

The most commonly reported tick species in Vt include Unidentified, Deer Tick. Each species carries different disease risks — see our species guide for identification help.

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Ticks in Vt, VT

200 tick reports from the Vt, VT area.

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200

Total Reports

200

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Vt

Unidentified187 (94%)

Deer Tick13 (7%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in Vt

Ticks are active in Vt, VT and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 94% of reports.

✓Wear light-colored clothing when walking in wooded areas or tall grass
✓Use EPA-registered tick repellent (DEET, picaridin, or IR3535)
✓Do a full-body tick check after being outdoors — especially behind ears, hairline, and waistband
✓Shower within 2 hours of coming inside
✓If bitten, remove the tick with fine-tipped tweezers and monitor for symptoms for 30 days