Ahhhhh, summer. We love you so much! How about we venture out and do something a little different this sunny season? Here’s our list of the 11 best day trips in Vermont to take this summer. With these trips, you are best prepared to make the most of each and every day. Have fun!
- Colchester Causeway
Flickr/Richard Due Grab your bike, blades, or sneakers and head to the Colchester Causeway for an amazing experience. With water on both sides, the scenery is out of this world.
For more information about the Colchester Causeway, find our feature article here. Causeway Bike Path Parking, 178 Mills Point Rd, Colchester, VT 05446, USA
- Alburgh Dunes State Park
Tripadvisor/Heather Z There is simply no beach in Vermont quite like the one at Alburgh Dunes State Park. It’s one of the longest beaches in the state along Lake Champlain and the only place you’re guaranteed to see Champ!
For more information, click here. Alburgh Dunes State Park, 151 Coon Point Rd, Alburg, VT 05440, USA
- Take a hike on Mount Pisgah
Flickr/Charles Wohlers You’ll just love this scenic spot! Almost a mile into the hike, look for the short spur to Pulpit Rock where you have an excellent view down to the lake, Mt. Hor, and beyond.
Check out the hike on Mount Pisgah for more information, directions, and hikers’ reviews of the trail conditions. Mount Pisgah Christian School, 9875 Nesbit Ferry Rd, Johns Creek, GA 30022, USA
- Warren Falls
PbeauPlion/tripadvisor The natural waterside at this waterfall swimming hole is simply awesome. It’s even safe for kids! Warren Falls, 3919 Vermont Rte 100, Warren, VT 05674, USA
- Brattleboro Area Farmers’ Market
Facebook/ Brattleboro Area Farmers’ Market If you only go to one Farmer’s Market this summer, this is the one to see. Fresh produce, amazing foods, talented artisans, and entertainment — there is so much to do and see! This market is one of those unique things to do around Vermont that everyone needs to experience.
For more information, click here. Brattleboro Area, 192 Canal St, Brattleboro, VT 05301, USA
- Vermont River Tubing
Facebook/Vermont River Tubing Float down a lazy river with Vermont River Tubing in Stockbridge. It’s fun, affordable, and will create memories that last a lifetime. Vermont River Tubing, 902 Vermont Rte 100, Stockbridge, VT 05772, USA
- Silver Lake State Park
Tripadvisor/Melbee005 The water is beautiful and perfect for a paddle or a row. Stop into the general store across the street before you go and pick up anything you might need for a full day at this beautiful State Park in Barnard.
For additional information about this pristine lake, check out Silver Lake State Park. Silver Lake State Park, 20 State Park Beach Rd, Barnard, VT 05031, USA
- Montshire Museum of Science
Facebook/Montshire Museum of Science This hands-on science museum is great inside, but be sure to bring a bathing suit. The outdoor water exhibits are great on a hot day! Montshire Museum of Science, 1 Montshire Rd, Norwich, VT 05055, USA
- Shelburne Vineyard
Facebook/Shelburne Vineyard Delicious wines and a stunning setting, what more could you want? A great place to enjoy the fresh air and an even better picnic spot!
For more information, click here. Shelburne Vineyard, 6308 Shelburne Rd, Shelburne, VT 05482, USA
- Go camping at Half Moon Pond State Park
Tripadvisor/Marisa L One of the most beautiful campground spots in Vermont is the Half Moon Pond State Park in Hubbardton. It’s located in the 3,500-acre wooded park and has all the amenities you’d want to make your camping experience the most enjoyable ever. Half Moon Pond State Park, 1621 Black Pond Rd, Hubbardton, VT 05743, USA
- Taconic Mountains Ramble State Park
Flickr/Jay Parker This is Vermont’s newest State Park and the Japanese gardens here are spectacular. Located in Hubbardton, this place is worth the trip.
For more information, click here. Taconic Ramble State Park, 321 St John Rd, Castleton, VT 05735, USA
Flickr/Richard Due
Grab your bike, blades, or sneakers and head to the Colchester Causeway for an amazing experience. With water on both sides, the scenery is out of this world.
For more information about the Colchester Causeway, find our feature article here.
Causeway Bike Path Parking, 178 Mills Point Rd, Colchester, VT 05446, USA
Tripadvisor/Heather Z
There is simply no beach in Vermont quite like the one at Alburgh Dunes State Park. It’s one of the longest beaches in the state along Lake Champlain and the only place you’re guaranteed to see Champ!
For more information, click here.
Alburgh Dunes State Park, 151 Coon Point Rd, Alburg, VT 05440, USA
Flickr/Charles Wohlers
You’ll just love this scenic spot! Almost a mile into the hike, look for the short spur to Pulpit Rock where you have an excellent view down to the lake, Mt. Hor, and beyond.
Check out the hike on Mount Pisgah for more information, directions, and hikers’ reviews of the trail conditions.
Mount Pisgah Christian School, 9875 Nesbit Ferry Rd, Johns Creek, GA 30022, USA
PbeauPlion/tripadvisor
The natural waterside at this waterfall swimming hole is simply awesome. It’s even safe for kids!
Warren Falls, 3919 Vermont Rte 100, Warren, VT 05674, USA
Facebook/ Brattleboro Area Farmers’ Market
If you only go to one Farmer’s Market this summer, this is the one to see. Fresh produce, amazing foods, talented artisans, and entertainment — there is so much to do and see! This market is one of those unique things to do around Vermont that everyone needs to experience.
For more information, click here.
Brattleboro Area, 192 Canal St, Brattleboro, VT 05301, USA
Facebook/Vermont River Tubing
Float down a lazy river with Vermont River Tubing in Stockbridge. It’s fun, affordable, and will create memories that last a lifetime.
Vermont River Tubing, 902 Vermont Rte 100, Stockbridge, VT 05772, USA
Tripadvisor/Melbee005
The water is beautiful and perfect for a paddle or a row. Stop into the general store across the street before you go and pick up anything you might need for a full day at this beautiful State Park in Barnard.
For additional information about this pristine lake, check out Silver Lake State Park.
Silver Lake State Park, 20 State Park Beach Rd, Barnard, VT 05031, USA
Facebook/Montshire Museum of Science
This hands-on science museum is great inside, but be sure to bring a bathing suit. The outdoor water exhibits are great on a hot day!
Montshire Museum of Science, 1 Montshire Rd, Norwich, VT 05055, USA
Facebook/Shelburne Vineyard
Delicious wines and a stunning setting, what more could you want? A great place to enjoy the fresh air and an even better picnic spot!
For more information, click here.
Shelburne Vineyard, 6308 Shelburne Rd, Shelburne, VT 05482, USA
Tripadvisor/Marisa L
One of the most beautiful campground spots in Vermont is the Half Moon Pond State Park in Hubbardton. It’s located in the 3,500-acre wooded park and has all the amenities you’d want to make your camping experience the most enjoyable ever.
Half Moon Pond State Park, 1621 Black Pond Rd, Hubbardton, VT 05743, USA
Flickr/Jay Parker
This is Vermont’s newest State Park and the Japanese gardens here are spectacular. Located in Hubbardton, this place is worth the trip.
For more information, click here.
Taconic Ramble State Park, 321 St John Rd, Castleton, VT 05735, USA
Let us know which best day trips in Vermont you’ve experienced from this list. We would love to hear your thoughts about these places in the comments!
Looking for more “day trips near me” in Vermont? Check out these 13 amazing day trips in Vermont that will show you the state like never before.
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best day trips in Vermont April 08, 2022 Luke What are some of the best weekend trips to take in Vermont? Whether you’re coming from the north or south, there are many easily reachable destinations in Vermont that are absolutely perfect for a weekend getaway. From Brattleboro to Burlington, and Woodstock to Stowe, here’s our list of the best places in Vermont for a weekend trip. What is the most scenic town in Vermont? To give an answer to this question is sure to upset some and please others. Plus, we could give so many right answers. “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder,” as they say. But, with that being said, some of the most scenic towns in Vermont include Manchester, Woodstock, Grafton, Stowe, and Shelburne. Of course, there are many other scenic and worthy towns to visit. If you are still interested in finding more picturesque towns in Vermont, check out the 17 most picturesque towns in Vermont. What are the oldest attractions in Vermont? Vermont has a long and fascinating history. There are restaurants which were founded in the 18th century, 19th-century townhouses, general stores, covered bridges, and old towns that have stood the demanding test of time. Vermont’s oldest attractions are everywhere! For more information about specific attractions, take a look at this article of the eight oldest and most historic towns in Vermont. And if you are interested in dining at the oldest restaurant and tavern in all of Vermont, make a reservation at the Ye Olde Tavern, founded in 1790.
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best day trips in Vermont
April 08, 2022
Luke
What are some of the best weekend trips to take in Vermont? Whether you’re coming from the north or south, there are many easily reachable destinations in Vermont that are absolutely perfect for a weekend getaway. From Brattleboro to Burlington, and Woodstock to Stowe, here’s our list of the best places in Vermont for a weekend trip. What is the most scenic town in Vermont? To give an answer to this question is sure to upset some and please others. Plus, we could give so many right answers. “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder,” as they say. But, with that being said, some of the most scenic towns in Vermont include Manchester, Woodstock, Grafton, Stowe, and Shelburne. Of course, there are many other scenic and worthy towns to visit. If you are still interested in finding more picturesque towns in Vermont, check out the 17 most picturesque towns in Vermont. What are the oldest attractions in Vermont? Vermont has a long and fascinating history. There are restaurants which were founded in the 18th century, 19th-century townhouses, general stores, covered bridges, and old towns that have stood the demanding test of time. Vermont’s oldest attractions are everywhere! For more information about specific attractions, take a look at this article of the eight oldest and most historic towns in Vermont. And if you are interested in dining at the oldest restaurant and tavern in all of Vermont, make a reservation at the Ye Olde Tavern, founded in 1790.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
Whether you’re coming from the north or south, there are many easily reachable destinations in Vermont that are absolutely perfect for a weekend getaway. From Brattleboro to Burlington, and Woodstock to Stowe, here’s our list of the best places in Vermont for a weekend trip.
What is the most scenic town in Vermont?
To give an answer to this question is sure to upset some and please others. Plus, we could give so many right answers. “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder,” as they say. But, with that being said, some of the most scenic towns in Vermont include Manchester, Woodstock, Grafton, Stowe, and Shelburne. Of course, there are many other scenic and worthy towns to visit. If you are still interested in finding more picturesque towns in Vermont, check out the 17 most picturesque towns in Vermont.
What are the oldest attractions in Vermont?
Vermont has a long and fascinating history. There are restaurants which were founded in the 18th century, 19th-century townhouses, general stores, covered bridges, and old towns that have stood the demanding test of time. Vermont’s oldest attractions are everywhere! For more information about specific attractions, take a look at this article of the eight oldest and most historic towns in Vermont. And if you are interested in dining at the oldest restaurant and tavern in all of Vermont, make a reservation at the Ye Olde Tavern, founded in 1790.
