Stowe
Historic. Beautiful. Charming.
STOWE, Vermont
A walkable downtown with well-preserved historic buildings wraps around the base of Vermont’s tallest mountain. From there, Mountain Road is six miles of boutique shopping, local dining, and family-friendly attractions, which can also be accessed from the five-mile paved recreation path. Ski and ride down Stowe Mountain Resort’s rugged profile. The stunning, dramatic Smugglers Notch frames the town and the road winds over the notch from Stowe to Cambridge.
Top Attractions
Stowe is stacked with plenty to do for the whole family. From rock-climbing, hiking, or sightseeing at Smugglers Notch State Park to exploring contemporary visual art at the Current, there’s always something new going on downtown. Whether you choose to explore the town on the Stowe Recreation Path, find flow at Cady Hill Forest, or take in the views at Moss Glen Falls, Stowe is home to incredible four-season recreation.
Mansfield Auto Toll Road
4.5 miles of awe-inspiring natural beauty by car up Mt. Mansfield, Vermont’s tallest peak.
Read More about Mansfield Auto Toll RoadRead MoreCady Hill Forest
Stowe’s flagship mountain biking network features 11 miles of trails, the iconic Green Chair Overlook, dreamy downhill and a flowy descent on Florence. Riders can also connect to other trail networks through Cady Hill Forest.
Read More about Cady Hill ForestRead MoreSmugglers Notch State Park
A narrow, winding road, open spring, summer, and fall for scenic drives, cuts through the Green Mountains. Lined with thousand-foot cliffs, Smugglers Notch makes for dramatic hiking, climbing, and camping with a wheelchair-accessible boardwalk.
Read More about Smugglers Notch State ParkRead MoreStowe Mountain Resort
116 ski trails served by 12 lifts beckon skiers and riders to this Epic resort. Scenic gondola rides, a restaurant at the top of Mt. Mansfield, and an adventure add to the skiing experience at the top of Vermont’s highest peak.
Read More about Stowe Mountain ResortRead MoreStowe Theatre Guild
Local performers stage seasonal adaptations of classic and modern shows in the historic Town Hall Theatre.
Read More about Stowe Theatre GuildRead MoreThe Current
Contemporary art from around the world exhibited both inside the gallery and seasonally outdoors in town.
Read More about The CurrentRead MoreStowe Recreation Path
At just over 5 miles, the Stowe Recreation Path makes it easy and convenient to explore Stowe on two feet or wheels, stopping to shop or dine.
Read More about Stowe Recreation Path Read MoreMoss Glen Falls
A short walk on boardwalks and maintained trails leads to a stunning waterfall to view from above or the ground.
Read More about Moss Glen FallsRead MoreStowe Land Trust Conserved Properties
Stowe Land Trust’s conserved properties span the town, offering quiet places to walk, bike, and explore.
Read More about Stowe Land Trust Conserved PropertiesRead MoreStowe Performing Arts
Stowe Performing Arts brings live music to the meadow and to the downtown in the spring.
Read More about Stowe Performing ArtsRead MoreVermont Ski and Snowboard Museum
Explore Vermont’s ski and snowboard history, including the nation’s oldest organized ski patrol in Stowe and a look back at ski culture and art.
Read More about Vermont Ski and Snowboard MuseumRead MoreTrapp Family Lodge
The first Nordic ski center in the U.S., Trapp Family Lodge has 40 miles of groomed trails and an additional network of backcountry terrain. The Lodge also offers mountain biking, hiking, and a bierhall.
Read More about Trapp Family Lodge Read MoreSpruce Peak Performing Arts Center
This contemporary theatre space attracts live music, lectures, and performances from around the world.
Read More about Spruce Peak Performing Arts CenterRead MorePercy Farm Corn Maze
This family-friendly corn maze is accessible from the Stowe Recreation Path and opens in late summer and early fall.
Read More about Percy Farm Corn MazeRead MoreTour Downtown
Stowe is home to breathtaking scenic views, world-class recreation, unique cultural experiences, and local signature flavors at the foot of Mount Mansfield, Vermont’s highest peak. Hike to waterfalls and mountain views, bike through lush forests or a paved downtown path, and forge memories that bring you closer together.
Attraction Spotlight
Smugglers Notch
Smugglers Notch is known for its breathtaking natural beauty. The road is a scenic drive between Stowe and Cambridge, with the road nestled tightly between rugged, high cliffs. Nearby, recreation opportunities abound, from cross-country skiing to hiking to rock climbing to camping and picnicking. An accessible boardwalk allows everyone to experience a segment of Vermont’s 272-mile Long Trail, which includes Smugglers Notch. The notch road is closed to traffic in the winter months, but opens as a recreation destination for skiing, ice climbing, and snowshoeing.
Event Spotlight
Stowe Winter Carnival
Annually in January
Celebrate the winter season in historic downtown Stowe. As darkness sets in early, get cozy with hot cocoa and see the beauty of the season; during the day, enjoy snow sports, watch the work of master ice carvers, and get to know winter in its original state.
Itinerary Spotlight
A Long Weekend in Stowe
Join outdoor adventurer Tyrhee Moore for a long weekend in Stowe, where he paddles at the Waterbury Reservoir, discovers Vermont’s world-class craft beer scene, and learns how to mountain bike at Trapp Family Lodge.
Transportation Options
For Stowe
Morrisville-Stowe State Airport 2305
Laporte Rd, Rt 100, VT 05661
Local Transportation
- Taxi Service and/or Rideshare: Blazer Cab, Stowe Taxi, Peg’s Pick-up, Patriot Transport, and Uber
- Bus services: Green Mountain Transit Mountain Road Shuttle
Discover More
Find local guides and trip planning resources from Stowe’s downtown organization.
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