There’s far from a shortage of stunning sites to visit when you’re in the Green Mountain State. To help you figure out where to go, take a look at the following overview of some jaw-dropping natural wonders worth visiting when you’re in Vermont.
- Quechee Gorge
Tripadvisor/Roseanne S Aside from being known as the Grand Canyon of Vermont, Quechee Gorge is 165 deep. This impressive landscape makes Quechee Gorge a top spot in Vermont to hike, explore nature, and take in spectacular views. Quechee Gorge, Hartford, VT 05001, USA
- Camel’s Hump
Wikipedia/Niranjan Arminius Based in the Green Mountains, Camel’s Hump is known for its distinct shape, diverse landscape, and tons of hiking trails. Camel’s Hump, Huntington, VT 05462, USA
- Lake Willoughby
Google/Meghan S You’ll find this natural wonder in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom. This breathtaking lake is surrounded by forest and lined with a beach (on the northern part of the lake). The serene scenery makes Lake Willoughby an ideal destination for a quiet getaway or family vacation. Lake Willoughby, Westmore, VT, USA
- Moss Glen Falls
Google/Sijin Li Out of the ten waterfalls in Vermont, Moss Glen Falls is the tallest and one of the most dramatic. To reach this 125-foot waterfall, you’ll need to hike a short distance. To avoid crowds, try to visit this natural wonder earlier in the day. Moss Glen Falls, Stowe, VT 05672, USA
- Lake Champlain
Wikipedia/Hbbrown18 Although Lake Champlain is shared with New York, it’s still Vermont’s largest freshwater lake. Along with being scenic, Lake Champlain is ideal for boating, fishing, and enjoying water sports. Vermont 78, VT-78, Highgate, VT, USA
- Barre Gray Quarry
Tripadvisor/Kayaker200 As one of the most unique natural wonders in the Green Mountain state, Barre Gray Quarry is the largest of its kind. When you go, you can also opt for a tour of this breathtaking natural wonder in Vermont. Barre Gray Quarry, 560 Graniteville Rd, Graniteville, VT 05654, USA
- Smugglers’ Notch
Flickr/Anthony Quintano Be prepared to be in for a windy ride if you visit Smugglers’ Notch. This narrow mountain pass is lined with boulders, trees, hiking trails, ski resorts, and scenic views. Smugglers Notch, Cambridge, VT 05464, USA
Tripadvisor/Roseanne S
Aside from being known as the Grand Canyon of Vermont, Quechee Gorge is 165 deep. This impressive landscape makes Quechee Gorge a top spot in Vermont to hike, explore nature, and take in spectacular views.
Quechee Gorge, Hartford, VT 05001, USA
Wikipedia/Niranjan Arminius
Based in the Green Mountains, Camel’s Hump is known for its distinct shape, diverse landscape, and tons of hiking trails.
Camel’s Hump, Huntington, VT 05462, USA
Google/Meghan S
You’ll find this natural wonder in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom. This breathtaking lake is surrounded by forest and lined with a beach (on the northern part of the lake). The serene scenery makes Lake Willoughby an ideal destination for a quiet getaway or family vacation.
Lake Willoughby, Westmore, VT, USA
Google/Sijin Li
Out of the ten waterfalls in Vermont, Moss Glen Falls is the tallest and one of the most dramatic. To reach this 125-foot waterfall, you’ll need to hike a short distance. To avoid crowds, try to visit this natural wonder earlier in the day.
Moss Glen Falls, Stowe, VT 05672, USA
Wikipedia/Hbbrown18
Although Lake Champlain is shared with New York, it’s still Vermont’s largest freshwater lake. Along with being scenic, Lake Champlain is ideal for boating, fishing, and enjoying water sports.
Vermont 78, VT-78, Highgate, VT, USA
Tripadvisor/Kayaker200
As one of the most unique natural wonders in the Green Mountain state, Barre Gray Quarry is the largest of its kind. When you go, you can also opt for a tour of this breathtaking natural wonder in Vermont.
Barre Gray Quarry, 560 Graniteville Rd, Graniteville, VT 05654, USA
Flickr/Anthony Quintano
Be prepared to be in for a windy ride if you visit Smugglers’ Notch. This narrow mountain pass is lined with boulders, trees, hiking trails, ski resorts, and scenic views.
Smugglers Notch, Cambridge, VT 05464, USA
How many of these natural wonders in Vermont have you experienced? Be sure to tell us in the comments below — we’d love to hear from you!
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