Stowe / Vermont
Tucked into the Green Mountains beneath Mount Mansfield, Vermont’s highest peak at 4,393 feet, Stowe is a classic New England village that comes alive in every season. White church steeples, covered bridges, and rolling farmland frame a town that feels like a postcard, yet it offers plenty of adventure for anyone ready to explore. Summer brings warm days on mountain trails, cool swims in nearby swimming holes, and long evenings with outdoor music and farm-to-table dinners. Fall turns the valley into one of the most celebrated foliage displays in the country, and winter makes Stowe one of the East Coast’s legendary ski destinations. Families love the open space and the wide range of activities for every age, while couples are drawn to cozy inns, scenic drives, and quiet sunset views from the mountain. Stowe pairs small-town warmth with world-class resort amenities, so you can spend the morning on a summit and the afternoon at a spa or a sidewalk café. It is a place to slow down, breathe in the mountain air, and reconnect with the people you came with.
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Destination Highlights
Attractions
Stowe’s centerpiece is Mount Mansfield, where visitors can ride the gondola for sweeping views of the valley or drive the historic Auto Toll Road, which has been carrying travelers up the mountain for more than 150 years. Just up the road, Smugglers’ Notch winds through towering cliffs and boulders, with a name that comes from goods smuggled through the pass during the early 1800s. The Trapp Family Lodge, home of the family that inspired The Sound of Music, brings a touch of Austria to the hillside. Nearby you’ll find Moss Glen Falls, the Vermont Ski and Snowboard Museum, and a charming Main Street full of galleries, boutiques, and country stores.
Things To Do
Summer in Stowe is made for being outdoors. The Stowe Recreation Path is a flat 5.3 mile trail running from the village up toward the mountain, perfect for biking, walking, or a family stroll with stops for ice cream along the way. Hikers have dozens of trails to choose from, including the famous Long Trail across Mansfield’s ridgeline, while mountain bikers head to Cady Hill. At Spruce Peak, families can enjoy climbing, zip lines, and treetop adventure courses. Fly fishing, golf, horseback riding, tubing, and swimming holes round out warm days, and the Sunday farmers market and outdoor concerts fill summer weekends. In fall, Oktoberfest and peak foliage take over, and winter brings skiing, snowshoeing, and cross-country trails.
Food & Culture
Vermont takes its food seriously, and Stowe is no exception. Many local restaurants source directly from nearby farms, so expect fresh produce, artisan cheeses, maple everything, and seasonal menus. Don’t miss warm cider donuts at Cold Hollow Cider Mill or a tour of the Ben & Jerry’s factory in nearby Waterbury. Craft beer lovers will find some of the country’s most sought-after breweries just minutes away, including The Alchemist, and the Trapp Family Lodge serves Austrian-inspired lagers and schnitzel with mountain views. Between the live music, local artists, and Vermont-made goods on every corner, Stowe’s culture feels as genuine and welcoming as the people who call it home.