Category: Experience

Read Blog Post: Recreation Paths and Rail Trails  A jetty crosses Lake Champlain. An island appears in the distance.

Recreation Paths and Rail Trails 

Vermont's rail trails and recreation paths are great low-impact ways to explore downtowns, scenic views, and waterfronts. Along the way, there are many opportunities to enjoy a taste of Vermont, from farmstands to farm-to-table dining, breweries to cideries, and more.

Read Blog Post: A Day Trip to a National Historical Park in Woodstock

A Day Trip to a National Historical Park in Woodstock

In Woodstock, spend the day at Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park, a living laboratory of land stewardship and environmental conservation.

Read Blog Post: Water Sports Two paddle boards and a canoe recreate on a large lake surrounded by mountains on a cloudy day.

Water Sports

Vermont's lakes beckon for kayaking, swimming, paddleboarding, boating, and other water sports. From Lake Champlain, stretching along the western border to Lake Willoughby in the north and Spruce Lake in the southern region, there’s over 800 lakes to explore.

Read Blog Post: LGBTQ+ Travel

LGBTQ+ Travel

As the first state in the U.S. to legislatively legalize same-sex marriage, Vermont has a long heritage of LGBTQ+ support, acceptance, and celebration. Plan to visit queer-owned businesses and year-round pride events.

Read Blog Post: A Lake Willoughby Getaway

A Lake Willoughby Getaway

Breathtaking views and beautiful beaches set the stage for this Lake Willoughby trip in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom.

Read Blog Post: A Spring Day Trip to Barre A large granite statue of a man kneeling and holding a sword.

A Spring Day Trip to Barre

Take a day trip to Barre, renowned as the "Granite Capital of the World," and explore a blend of outdoor recreation, rich history, and cultural attractions.

Read Blog Post: Best Time to See Foliage in Vermont Seen from above, a lake surrounded by mountain peaks with bright red, orange, and yellow leaves on the trees in the fall.

Best Time to See Foliage in Vermont

Vermont is famous for its fall color, and travelers often ask when foliage is at its brightest. Read about the chemistry behind the colors and find tips on when to plan your trip.

Read Blog Post: Ben & Jerry’s Two paper cups of ice cream that read Ben & Jerry's sit on a table.

Ben & Jerry’s

Many people associate Vermont with Ben & Jerry’s, known worldwide for its chunky, swirly ice cream flavors and commitment to social change. Visit scoop shops or take a factory tour.

Read Blog Post: Lake Willoughby A large lake bordered by two mountains on a sunny day. People on paddleboards and canoes can be seen in the distance.

Lake Willoughby

Vermont’s deepest lake, Lake Willoughby’s famous skyline is scored by the fjord-like peaks of mounts Pisgah and Hor. A popular boating, hiking, swimming, and paddling destination, Willoughby is close to St. Johnsbury, Montpelier, and the Canadian border.

Read Blog Post: African American Heritage Trail Printed brochure covers of the African American Heritage Trail.

African American Heritage Trail

The Vermont African American Heritage Trail explores the stories of Black Vermonters at museums and cultural sites which feature exhibits, films, tours and personal explorations.

Vermont Tourism
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