Vermont Mountain Vacation
Vacation in the Mountains
A mountain vacation in Vermont immerses you in the breathtaking beauty of the Green Mountains. Your day can begin with sunrise’s golden light stretching over misty peaks and end with alpenglow painting cotton-candy colors on the mountains. World-class hiking and biking are steps from the door of your cozy cabin or mountain lodge, surrounded by lush forests and panoramic views. After a day of adventure, unwind by a crackling firepit, grill up a delicious meal made with local ingredients, and connect with family and friends under a canopy of stars. Retreat into Vermont’s mountains to escape from the everyday into nature’s tranquility.
The Green Mountain State’s Biggest Hits
Mountain peaks and trails offer almost boundless opportunity to explore Vermont’s rugged terrain and take in scenic views. Vermont is also home to a growing number of rail trails, auto toll routes, accessible paths, and hundreds of miles of back roads and country lanes that allow everyone to get out and enjoy the view.
Mount Mansfield
Vermont’s tallest peak at 4,393 feet, has hiking trails starting in Underhill and Stowe. Mountain views are also accessible from the gondolas at Stowe Mountain Resort or the nearby Auto Toll Road. At the foot of the mountain, historic downtown Stowe offers an 11-mile paved recreation path winding through downtown, a ski and snowboard museum, and more.
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Stunning clifftop views of Lake Willoughby and the Northeast Kingdom await. Nearby historic downtown St. Johnsbury is home to the state’s only public planetarium, a series of trails and chapel dedicated to dogs, and more. Lakeside, discover cozy lodging and boating, paddling, and swimming.
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A lower-elevation peak, Mount Philo offers breathtaking views of the Lake Champlain Valley either by hiking or driving the paved road to the top. Nearby is the Greater Burlington region, encompassing Shelburne, Charlotte, and Burlington, Vermont’s biggest city.
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Sweeping views of the Waterbury Reservoir from 3,540 feet await at the summit of Mount Hunger. Nearby historic downtown Waterbury beckons with a treasure trove of local dining and lodging options, as well as the Waterbury Reservoir, a popular swimming and paddling destination, and a rich network of mountain biking trails.
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The highest point in the Taconic Mountains, Mount Equinox scores the skyline of historic downtown Manchester. There, find outlet shopping, boutique lodging, a pinball arcade, a falconry experience, and more. Access Mount Equinox by hiking, mountain biking, or driving up the toll road to the top.
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This comparatively short mountain is near historic downtown Woodstock, where visitors can also see live raptors at Vermont Institute of Natural Science, take in Vermont’s deepest gorge, and hike, bike, or cross-country ski the Mount Peg and Mount Tom trails.
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Your overnight accommodations help define your Vermont vacation. Whether you find yourself in a rustic cabin on the trail or a classic New England resort nestled in the valley, or bedding down beneath the stars at a campsite, find a place to stay in the mountains.
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