Vermont & Stowe's Top Attractions

Cruise to the Top of Vermont in the Stowe Gondola. Get on top of summer and Vermont’s greatest views the easy way – in the famous, and completely refurbished, Stowe Gondola SkyRide. From the top of Mt. Mansfield – Vermont’s highest mountain – you can access hiking trails, the Summit retail gift shop, and enjoy a drink at the Cliff House Restaurant. Open: 9:30am – 4:00pm.                                                                                                                                                                  Located on Resort                                                                                                    More Info

The ZipTour Adventure has all the high-speed thrills you crave. Soar from near the summit of Vermont’s highest peak on a series of action-packed ziplines. The world’s fastest and most exciting zip line course, descending from the top of Mount Mansfield, reaches up to speeds of 60 miles per hour and range in length from 150 feet to 4,462 feet long.  And with two side-by-side lines on each zip span, you can experience it all with a friend by your side. Ages 10 and up.                                                                                                         Located on Resort                                                                                                           More Info

Take on the ultimate aerial challenge at the new TreeTop Adventure! Featuring 6 different aerial courses with over 68 Challenges/Game elements to experience, this is your chance to embrace a unique summer adventure. From above.                                                                                                                             Located on  Resort                      More Info

The Island Line Trail in Burlington, Vermont, extends over 12 miles from town. Four of those miles are on the Colchester Causeway, at water level over beautiful Lake Champlain. The trail stops at "The Cut" where sailboats fly through a gap in the causeway under full sail, and a Bike Ferry carries hikers and bikers to the other side to continue the journey to Grand Isle and South Hero.                                                                                                                                     Located one hr from Resort                                                                                            More Info

Paddle one of the most scenic stretches of river in the Northeast! Covered bridges and old farms make this river a true Vermont treasure. This is a gentle, slow-moving river and is perfect for the beginner paddler. As you float slowly through the lush New England landscape you will be awed by views of the Green Mountains all around you. Paddle a solo kayak, tandem kayak or canoe                                                                                                                                          Located 17 min from  Resort                                                                                          More Info

Try the latest in water sports! Defy gravity as you fly over the water.  Flyboard beginner lessons, instruction and training are available at Bootleggers Basin.  The Flyboard is a PWC (Personal Water Craft) accessory that allows a user to elevate up in the air using water jet propulsion technology.  Flyboarding is easier than you’d think. We’ve flown everyone from 60+ year old ski bums to 15 year old couch surfers. Come and see for yourself.                                                                                                Located 9 min from  Resort                      More Info

One of the best ways to explore the Vermont countryside is to get out and ride! Trapp Family Lodge is the central hub for mountain biking in the area, with 13 miles of well-built, dedicated mountain biking trails available, and even more to be completed in the next few years.                                                                                                                                       Located 14 min from  Resort                      More Info

"The view from Mount Mansfield was so sublime as to make me tear up, a panorama of idyll green, tumbling talus and foggy hills fading to the Vermont sky" (NYT).  Zigzag your way on the Historic Auto Toll Road to the summit ridge of Mt. Mansfield along the historic Toll Road, where stunning views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains await you.                                                                                                           Located 2 min  from  Resort                                                                                                  More Info

With a short walk, you can enjoy a ravine with a waterfall. Compared to most other waterfalls in Vermont, this is a heavyweight. Moss Glen Brook flows through a sunny open area of mixed forest and meadow. The stream takes a sudden turn into a narrow confined gorge.                                                                                                                                 Located 22 min from  Resort                      More Info

Enjoy scenic vistas, animals in their natural habitat, and the unspoiled beauty of Vermont's farm land, provided by many miles of trails throughout the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont.                                                                                                                            Located 1 hr 30 min from  Resort                                                                                         More Info

Sailing is for everyone – and is more than just a sport.  It is a platform for people from all walks of life to experience the freedom and adventure that comes from harnessing the wind and the water. Rent your own sailboat at Community Sailing Center or enjoy Day Sails, or an unforgettable peaceful Sunset Cruise with Vermont Sailing.                                                                                                                                                    Located 57 min from  Resort                                                                                  More Info

The Stowe Recreation Path ( 'Rec Path') is a perennial favorite among visitors and area residents alike. It is a 5.5 mile one-way (i.e., not a loop) paved public path that is free to use and easy-to-access. With a mostly flat and level trail experience, people of all ages enjoy easy traveling along the entire route. The Rec Path, also known as Stowe Bike Path, is enjoyed by cyclists, runners, and walkers. It features attractive bridges, swimming holes and picnic tables, as well as many quiet spots to take in the beautiful views of Stowe.                                                                                                                                                  Located 6 min  from  Resort                                                                                           More Info

Operating as Lake Champlain’s only cruise ship and floating restaurant, they offer tons of fun on every cruise! "Scenic Narrated Cruise" leaves Daily at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm. Trip Duration 1 and half hours. Rates: Adult, $21. Child, $8.43.  "Sunset Cruise" Leaves every evening at 6:30pm. Trip duration 2 and half hours. Rates: Adult, $28. Child, 19.50.                                                                                                                                                                  Located 57 min from  Resort                                                                                           More Info

Learn about the wildlife and natural beauty that grace the wonderful environment at  Smugglers Notch while riding the ecologically friendly Segway, with its renewable energy source. Or Experience the next level of Segway Tours on a Segway XT, off road. Go off the beaten path with a guide from Segrides of Vermont through the rugged forested terrain surrounding Smugglers'.  You may also rent a Segway to head out on your own.                                                                                                                                           Located 9 min from  Resort                                                                                             More Info

Enjoy the company of a new furry friend! An out-of-the-ordinary way for your family to explore and enjoy Vermont’s beauty. Here at Northern Vermont Llama Treks, we offer leisurely hikes in the lush Green Mountains. Families love our llama treks, which provide an opportunity to hike and picnic with these gentle creatures in the woods and trails around Smugglers' Notch.                                                                                                                                              Located 9 min from  Resort                      More Info

It wouldn’t be a trip to Lake Champlain if you didn’t enjoy it out on a boat.  Sign up to take out a power boat and have a blast catching air and zooming around while water-skiing and tubing. Or enjoy a variety of motorized and non-motorized boats to take in the scenery, get some exercise or enjoy a fun day in the sun.  Complimentary waterfront rentals include: Paddleboats, non-YOLO paddleboards, Kid’s Boats and Fishing Poles along with beach toys and the perfect view.                                                                         Located 1 hr  30 min from  Resort                                                                                More Info

We will begin our journey through a charming covered bridge on a winding wooded trail in the woods. Spectacular views of Mt. Mansfield, Vermonts highest peak. Let our gentle Percheron and Belgian draft horses pull your choice of five vehicles. We offer three Elegant Carriages. Our new Victorian or old fashioned surrey both for romantic couples rides. A four passenger Vis-A-Vis carriage with luxurious seats. Two lovely candy apple red wagons, a six passenger and our new twelve passenger for large families and groups.                                                                                                                              Located 5 min from  Resort                      More Info

Your guided trail tour will begin on a hand cut trail through our serene woodlands. Upon exiting the grove of Blue Spruce and Pine trees, the mountain views will take your breath away. Mount Mansfield and Smugglers' Notch stand proud and majestic above the tree line. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced rider, we have rides that fit all needs.  You will then enter back into the woodlands, through the corral of horses. The last leg of your tour will take you across Black Creek.                                                                                                                                     Located 25 min from  Resort                      More Info

Enjoy a bird's eye view of the Green Mountain State with a hot air balloon ride. Discover the splendor of a Vermont sunrise and the sublime beauty of sunset as the last rays slowly fade behind Mount Mansfield.                                                                                                                 Located 9 min from  Resort                                                                                    More Info

See the beautiful hills of Vermont from hundreds of feet in the air, without the stress of worrying about controlling the paraglider. Tandem paragliding puts you in the driver’s seat without any of the worry. With tandem paragliding in Colchester, you are strapped to a highly qualified instructor who leads the way, so you can just sit back and enjoy the ride. Imagine passing through the valleys of the Green Mountains or gliding over beautiful Champlain Lake. Enjoy the breathtaking beauty of Vermont's wilderness and bring yourself to a new frame of mind.                                                                                                                            Located 1 hr  from  Resort                                                                                        More Info

Enjoy an unforgettable experience - a smooth and graceful ride on silent wings. Our highly experienced pilots will give you the ride of a lifetime. If you are adventurous, they will show you beautiful maneuvers and give you a chance to fly.                                                                                                                                                  Located 23 min  from  Resort                                                                              More Info

Purchase a Smuggs Daycation ticket and enjoy all the great benefits of a vacation at Smuggs! Includes: Mountainside Water Playground, Notchville Park, Rum Runners' Hideaway, Bootleggers' Basin, The Ozone, The Go Zone, Miniature Golf, Mountain Bike Park and Rentals, Guided Hikes and Walks In The Green Mountains Of Vermont.                                                                                                  Located 9 min  from  Resort                                                                                                    More Info

Alchemist Brewery, is most famous for their Heady Topper line which is rated as one of the top beers in the world.  Their second year round beer, Focal Banger, is brewed in Stowe as well as seasonal beers that rotate throughout the year. The Alchemist Brewery and Visitor’s Center in Stowe will provide samples of beer for tasting, retail beer sales, merchandise and a fun, educational experience.  Note: please speak with your Rov before tasting beer from a Microbrewery                                                                                                                                                  Located 8 min  from  Resort                                                                                        More Info

The Stowe Golf Park is a public sports facility, centrally located on the Mountain Road. It consists of an 18-hole putting course and mini-kiosk. The course has been professionally designed as a miniaturized golf course which strives to simulate a real golf environment and experience. While keeping score, players of all ages can "read" the breaks in the greens, avoid natural obstacles, fairway hazards, sand traps, rough grass, trees, etc. Open 10:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. daily.                                                                                                                                                    Located 10 min  from  Resort                                                                                        More Info

A boutique bowling lounge, first opened just last winter.                                                                                                   Located 10 min  from  Resort                                                                                   More Info