Trip Ideas for a Vermont Adventure

Hit the Road with Mirna

Endurance athlete and Vermonter Mirna Valerio, a.k.a. “The Mirnavator,” loves to explore all over the Green Mountain State. Join Mirna on her adventures to discover hidden Vermont gems, vibrant downtowns, and local flavors.

Rutland, Vermont from Town to Trail

In the city of Rutland, Mirna mountain bikes at Pine Hill Park, digs into fajitas and margaritas at Taco Fresco, and takes in the wonder of larger-than-life murals downtown. Rutland is at the heart of Vermont’s Stone Valley region, where you’ll find a boardwalk trail through a marsh, the largest lake entirely within Vermont’s borders, and state parks aplenty.

Learn more about the area in this 3-Day Guide to Exploring Rutland and Vermont’s Stone Valley.

Vermont’s Lamoille Valley Rail Trail

The Lamoille Valley Rail Trail is New England’s longest at 95 miles, connecting 18 communities from St. Johnsbury to Swanton. For Mirna, it’s a great place to unwind, with mostly flat elevation and lots of beauty to take in along the way. Part of the trail moves through Vermont’s Upper Green Mountains region, which is also home to some of Vermont’s most mountainous terrain. Discover the highlights of Morrisville, Stowe, Waterbury, and the Mad River Valley.

Learn more about the area in this 3-Day Guide to Exploring Vermont’s Upper Green Mountains.

Vermont’s Farm and Food Culture 

Agriculture has deep roots in Vermont. As Mirna visits Hill Farm, she reflects on how a day in Vermont can include an outdoor adventure, time on a farm, and a delicious local meal made with what’s grown on site. That’s a great approach to a visit to Vermont’s Shires region, where farmstands and sugarhouses mingle with hands-on workshops, yoga in a barn, a visit to Hildene, the Lincoln Family Home, and more.

Learn more about the area in this 3-Day Guide to Exploring The Shires Region. 

Explore Vermont’s Route 30

The southern portion of Vermont’s route 30 connects Brattleboro and Dorset, inviting exploration. A road trip along the route’s southern portion reveals postcard-worthy landscapes and downtowns bustling with art and innovation.

Learn more about the area in this 3-Day Guide to Cruising Vermont’s Route 30.

Peace and Adventure at Vermont State Parks

Adventure at your own pace meets local flavor on a day trip that blends trails with downtowns. From paddling at New Discovery State Park to hiking under the canopy of Groton State Forest, join Mirna as she explores these natural spaces and then enjoys craft spirits and a farm-to-table meal in Montpelier.

Learn more about the area in this 3-Day Guide to Vermont’s Groton State Forest and Surrounding Downtowns.