Also known as the Green Mountain State, Vermont is known for its natural beauty, majestic mountains, scenic hiking trails, ski destinations & spectacular fall colors. It is ranked among the safest states in the nation to explore, and offers adventurous and unique experiences in a natural setting. Here are some of the fun things to do in Vermont!
Green Mountain National Forest
Vermont’s Teddy Bear, Shelburne
Ben & Jerry’s Factory Tour, Waterbury
Rock of Ages Granite Quarry, Barre
Lake Champlain Chocolate Factory
Vermont State House, Montpelier
Quechee Gorge is like Vermont's own little Grand Canyon! It is one mile long, 165 feet deep, and was formed by glacial activity over 13,000 years ago. It’s the deepest gorge in Vermont and attracts thousands of visitors each year. The relaxing sound of gushing water and the eye-catching ferns along the trail make it a popular spot for hiking, camping and picnicking.
Address: 6053 Woodstock Rd,Quechee VT
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| Quechee George is also known as Vermont's little "Grand Canyon". |
Green Mountain National Forest
Vermont is home to 67 mountains with endless miles of hiking trails, lakes, ponds, and waterfalls to explore. Green Mountain National Forest is located in southwestern and central Vermont and provides recreational activities for all seasons! If you are visiting in the summer, you can enjoy camping, hiking, hunting, fishing or canoeing; autumn is amazing for viewing all the vibrant colors; winters are great for skiing & snowboarding; and spring is magical with the blooming wildflowers & chirping birds.
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| Take a walk on the Robert Frost Interpretive Trail in Ripton VT. |
The Robert Frost Interpretive Trail in the Green Mountains is my favorite spot. There are signs with famous poems by Robert Frost throughout the short and interesting trail. You’ll be able to see famous mountain peaks alongside captivating scenery. If you're adventurous and like the wilderness, the Appalachian National Scenic Trail is a great fit for you. Here are some other favorite spots that you may like!
Address:Ripton,VT
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| The Green Mountain National Forest is located in southwestern and central Vermont. |
Vermont’s Teddy Bear Factory is a fascinating place to see how teddy bears are made. Enjoy a guided tour and see how the bears come to life from cutting to stitching to stuffing. You can even make one of your own, or buy one from their gift shop!
Address: 6655 Shelburne Rd, Shelburne VT
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| The Vermont Teddy Bear Company is one of the largest producers and sellers of teddy bears. |
The Ben & Jerry's story began in 1978, when young friends Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield opened their first scoop shop in Vermont. Over a course of time, the company expanded to wholesale deliveries across the US, and their ice cream is now available in 33 countries across the globe. Learn about their history and how they make your favorite ice cream flavors through fun & educational factory tours! You can also enjoy tasting samples as well as visiting the Flavor Graveyard in the backyard. There are plenty of ice cream flavors to buy from their shop, too.
In case you like trivia, here’s a little scoop: Half Baked was the most popular flavor of 2022, and this year the company added a new flavor, Oatmeal Dream Pie to the lineup!
Address: 1281 Waterbury-Stowe Rd, Waterbury VT
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Ben and Jerry's Factory is located in Waterbury, VT on route 100.
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Rock of Ages Granite Quarry, located in Graniteville, is the world's largest granite quarry. Immerse yourself in this deepest-dimension quarry — one of the natural wonders of the world through a guided tour. Explore its rich history through the exhibits in the Visitors’ Center and learn how the stone workers turn the raw granite into final products. Play a game in the granite bowling lane and make sure to buy local products and stone gifts from their Gift Shop! The caravan-style quarry tour is open to the public from May through November. For tours and other info please click here.
Address: 558 Graniteville Road, Graniteville VT
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| The Rock of Ages Granite Quarry is the world's largest quarry. |
Lake Champlain Chocolate Factory
Lake Champlain Chocolate Factory is a tasty place for the whole family from where award-winning chocolates are shipped all over the world. Varieties of gourmet chocolates are handcrafted for all seasons and occasions. You can
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their delicious selection of chocolates and buy some to enjoy later!
Address: 750 Pine St, Burlington VT
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| Lake Champlain Chocolate Factory is located in Burlington, Vermont. |
Stowe Recreation Path
Stowe Recreation Path is an internationally recognized and award-winning 5.3-mile-long paved trail, popular among visitors as well as locals. It is open year-round and is perfect for biking, walking and running. Beautiful views of the mountains and the meadows all along the trail make it extremely relaxing. Picnic tables, wildlife, and a playground add fun for all age groups. Make sure to check out the historic Stowe village at one end and Vermont's iconic covered bridge on the other. For parking and other info please click here.
Address: Stowe, VT
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| Beautiful views of the mountains and the meadows all along the Stowe Recreation Path. |
The iconic Vermont State House, located in Montpelier–the smallest city to serve as a state capital–is one of the oldest and most well-preserved State Capitol buildings. It is the seat of the Vermont government. Its House and Senate chambers are the oldest active legislative halls in the United States that have maintained their original interiors! The massive building with its golden dome is visible from far away. It is open to the public year-round from Monday-Friday 8:00 am until 4:00 pm.
Address: 115 State Street, Montpelier VT
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| The Vermont's State House is one of the oldest and most well-preserved state capitol buildings. |