We like to think that our small state of Vermont has some of the best small towns in America, and according to Architectural Digest, Stowe, Vermont, is ranked on their list as the sixth best small town in the U.S. And for good reason too. Stowe is famous for its top-notch ski resort, quaint and lovely small downtown, and stunning natural landscapes. With countless places and natural gems to explore in the surrounding area, it’s hard to find another place quite like Stowe. Let’s take a closer look at what makes Stowe one of the best small towns in America.

  1. Natural Scenery

Ryan Taylor/flickr

Stowe Mountain Resort/facebook Stowe immediately impresses any visitor with its natural splendor, from bucolic rolling hills to quintessential farmhouses and small-town churches and barns.

  1. Skiing and Snowboarding

Erik Jaeger/flickr Stowe Mountain Resort offers some of the best skiing and riding on the East Coast. You’ll find a great selection of varied terrain, parks, glades, and state-of-the-art facilities, including their elegant ski village.

  1. Downtown Stowe

Shaw’s General Store/facebook Strolling down Main Street in Stowe is a lovely little excursion. The quaint downtown is full of little shops and restaurants and Shaw’s General Stowe, which is pictured above.

  1. Bingham Falls

Derek Palmer/alltrails Vermont is well-known for swimming holes and waterfalls, and there’s no better combination of the two than at Bingham Falls in Stowe. Beautiful deep natural swimming holes and a large and sweeping waterfall can be found at this beloved spot.

  1. Von Trapp Family Lodge

Trapp Family Lodge/facebook

Trapp Family Lodge/facebook Trapp Family Lodge, the former residence of the Austrian family of which the Sound of Music portrays, is now an inn and lodge located in the pastoral and gorgeous fields of Stowe. The hills are truly alive with the sound of music at the Trapp Family estate.

What other small towns in Vermont deserve to be on a list of the best small towns in America? Let us know in the comments section. We are glad Stowe, Vermont, is on the list and we couldn’t agree more.

Ryan Taylor/flickr

Stowe Mountain Resort/facebook

Stowe immediately impresses any visitor with its natural splendor, from bucolic rolling hills to quintessential farmhouses and small-town churches and barns.

Erik Jaeger/flickr

Stowe Mountain Resort offers some of the best skiing and riding on the East Coast. You’ll find a great selection of varied terrain, parks, glades, and state-of-the-art facilities, including their elegant ski village.

Shaw’s General Store/facebook

Strolling down Main Street in Stowe is a lovely little excursion. The quaint downtown is full of little shops and restaurants and Shaw’s General Stowe, which is pictured above.

Derek Palmer/alltrails

Vermont is well-known for swimming holes and waterfalls, and there’s no better combination of the two than at Bingham Falls in Stowe. Beautiful deep natural swimming holes and a large and sweeping waterfall can be found at this beloved spot.

Trapp Family Lodge/facebook

Trapp Family Lodge, the former residence of the Austrian family of which the Sound of Music portrays, is now an inn and lodge located in the pastoral and gorgeous fields of Stowe. The hills are truly alive with the sound of music at the Trapp Family estate.

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The OIYS Visitor Center

Stowe, Vermont September 23, 2022 Chris Dodge What is the population of Stowe, Vermont? The population of Stowe, Vermont, according to the 2020 national census is 600 people.  Is Stowe, Vermont, a good place to live? Stowe, Vermont, is an often overlooked small town in the mountains. However, Stowe is an amazing place to live. You have natural beauty all around you in the mountains and the forest. During the fall, you will experience a bust of red, orange, and yellow, creating an array of colorful scenery. The low population will keep the town from feeling too busy or rushed — small-town life is different and slower-paced.  How big is Stowe, Vermont?  The town of Stowe, Vermont, is 72.60 square miles. Although that is still small, it actually ranks this town as one of the biggest in the state.  What are some other things to do in Stowe, Vermont? Of course, one of the best things to do in Stowe is to enjoy the natural beauty all around you. If you are looking at some of the best ways to spend your time in this charming little town, then we have a few suggestions for you. Take a picnic with your family, hike with some friends, or explore the woods at this little park in town. Take to the woods on this fairytale walk through nature. Make sure to look for the old cabin as you go. Make sure you spend some time shopping throughout the town as well. Maybe find the perfect little cafe or just the right place for antiquing. On the spookier side of things, you can also visit the infamous Gold Brook Covered Bridge, also known as Emily’s Bridge. This bridge has been home to some pretty terrifying tales … enter only if you dare. 

The OIYS Visitor Center

Stowe, Vermont

September 23, 2022

Chris Dodge

What is the population of Stowe, Vermont? The population of Stowe, Vermont, according to the 2020 national census is 600 people.  Is Stowe, Vermont, a good place to live? Stowe, Vermont, is an often overlooked small town in the mountains. However, Stowe is an amazing place to live. You have natural beauty all around you in the mountains and the forest. During the fall, you will experience a bust of red, orange, and yellow, creating an array of colorful scenery. The low population will keep the town from feeling too busy or rushed — small-town life is different and slower-paced.  How big is Stowe, Vermont?  The town of Stowe, Vermont, is 72.60 square miles. Although that is still small, it actually ranks this town as one of the biggest in the state.  What are some other things to do in Stowe, Vermont? Of course, one of the best things to do in Stowe is to enjoy the natural beauty all around you. If you are looking at some of the best ways to spend your time in this charming little town, then we have a few suggestions for you. Take a picnic with your family, hike with some friends, or explore the woods at this little park in town. Take to the woods on this fairytale walk through nature. Make sure to look for the old cabin as you go. Make sure you spend some time shopping throughout the town as well. Maybe find the perfect little cafe or just the right place for antiquing. On the spookier side of things, you can also visit the infamous Gold Brook Covered Bridge, also known as Emily’s Bridge. This bridge has been home to some pretty terrifying tales … enter only if you dare. 

The OIYS Visitor Center

The OIYS Visitor Center

The population of Stowe, Vermont, according to the 2020 national census is 600 people. 

Is Stowe, Vermont, a good place to live?

Stowe, Vermont, is an often overlooked small town in the mountains. However, Stowe is an amazing place to live. You have natural beauty all around you in the mountains and the forest. During the fall, you will experience a bust of red, orange, and yellow, creating an array of colorful scenery. The low population will keep the town from feeling too busy or rushed — small-town life is different and slower-paced. 

How big is Stowe, Vermont? 

The town of Stowe, Vermont, is 72.60 square miles. Although that is still small, it actually ranks this town as one of the biggest in the state. 

What are some other things to do in Stowe, Vermont?

Of course, one of the best things to do in Stowe is to enjoy the natural beauty all around you. If you are looking at some of the best ways to spend your time in this charming little town, then we have a few suggestions for you. Take a picnic with your family, hike with some friends, or explore the woods at this little park in town. Take to the woods on this fairytale walk through nature. Make sure to look for the old cabin as you go.

Make sure you spend some time shopping throughout the town as well. Maybe find the perfect little cafe or just the right place for antiquing. On the spookier side of things, you can also visit the infamous Gold Brook Covered Bridge, also known as Emily’s Bridge. This bridge has been home to some pretty terrifying tales … enter only if you dare.