Are you looking to take a vacation soon? Don’t you wish there was a place where you could enjoy beautiful nature, get some exercise, and enjoy some delicious meals?
Well, why don’t you head up to Stowe, Vermont? While we all know about the charming state of Vermont, the town of Stowe often gets overlooked. But this is one of the best places to visit in the state if you enjoy nature, food, and a side of Apple Cider!
So, what are the best things to do in Stowe, Vermont? What should you plan for an upcoming trip there?
Here are the best things to do and see in Stowe, Vermont…
NUMBER ONE – Head to the Waterfalls
The first thing you should do when you reach Stowe, Vermont is to start hiking on The Long Trail.
This trail covers much of the state from south to north. In Stowe, The Long Trail traverses through Mount Mansfield. When you climb atop the mountain, you’ll get to enjoy some of the best views of the town.
You can also enjoy beautiful places such as Sterling Pond and Spruce Peak. Toward the end of your hike you can enjoy Bingham Falls and Moss Glen Falls. If you visit Stowe in the summer months, you can enjoy a nice swim near the waterfalls.
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NUMBER TWO – Head to Main Street!
You know what’s one of the best things to do when you visit a new town? Take a walk down it’s Main Street. In fact, it’s when you walk along this main street that you can truly judge whether a town was worth your visit or not.
Well, you’ll definitely get a great impression of Stowe, Vermont when you walk along the Main Street. It’s a sweet main street where you’ll see charming shops, restaurants, the beautiful Stowe Community Church! You’ll wonder how locals manage to pull themselves away from the Main Street!
In the backdrop you’ll enjoy the incredible greenery with the mountains surrounding the beautiful town.
NUMBER THREE – Visit the Ben & Jerry’s Factory
Did you know that Ben & Jerry’s was founded up in Vermont? Well, the original factory can be found in Stowe.
You can visit the original factory and enjoy a guided tour to learn how your favorite ice cream gets made. After your tour you can enjoy any flavor of your favorite Ben & Jerry’s ice cream.
You can also learn about the history of the company and how it has been influential to American culture and society.
And if that’s not enough, you can visit the Flavor Graveyard! This is a cemetery where you can see the gravestones that pay tribute to flavors that are no longer available!
Yup! Only in good old Stowe can you find a graveyard dedicated to ice cream flavors that are resting in peace! If your friends back home don’t believe you, they’ll just have to come to Stowe to see it for themselves!
NUMBER FOUR – Sip on some Apple Cider
After you stuff yourself with Ben & Jerry’s ice cream why not quench your thirst which some delicious apple cider?
Vermont is known for its delicious apples. Apples are actually the official fruit of the state. So it’s no surprise that the state is also known for its delicious apple cider.
And there’s no place in Vermont that you can enjoy apple cider more than in Stowe. You can find apple cider at many different restaurants in the town. You can also buy apple cider at supermarkets and convenience stores.
But the best way to enjoy apple cider is to visit the pressing room where the cider gets made. You can even try apple cider doughnuts here! How cool is that?
NUMBER FIVE – Hike around Sunset Rock
What about enjoying another hike? When you’re done walking around Main Street and you’ve finished your apple cider, you can head over to Sunset Rock.
This is a trail near the Main Street that leads you to some of the best vantage points in the town. It’s the best place to take photographs. If you’re a solo traveler or are traveling with your significant other, this is a must-do activity!
NUMBER SIX – Syrup that needs sippin’
Move over Canada! Yes, we are challenging the syrup of an entire country with the delicious maple syrup that you can find in Stowe, Vermont.
Locals and visitors alike will tell you that your trip is incomplete if you haven’t tried the maple syrup in Stowe.
There are many places where you can try maple syrup, but the best place is arguably the Nebraska Knoll Sugarhouse. It might have the name of another state, but this is where you can great Vermont maple syrup!
It’s a log cabin high up in the mountains where you can try different types of delicious syrup. Otherwise, you can go to any diner and order Vermont syrup along with a short stack of pancakes!
NUMBER SEVEN – The Trapp Family Lodge
You thought that the famous von Trapp family lived in Austria, did you? Well, The Sound of Music may take place in Austria but it’s Stowe, Vermont that the von Trapp family settled in after they fled Europe.
They felt that the mountains of Stowe reminded them of back home. You can visit the lodge to learn about the history of the family and about The Sound of Music.
In fact, you can even stay at the lodge overnight. If you’re having difficulty finding the perfect accommodation in Stowe, the Trapp Family Lodge might be the best place to stay!
NUMBER EIGHT – Try Piecasso’s Pizza
One of the best things to do in Stowe, Vermont is to enjoy the delicious food. And we won’t let you leave Stowe without taking a bite out of Piecasso’s Pizza.
This is a great place to enjoy some of the best pizza in the entire country. You can enjoy a plain cheese pizza or enjoy a diverse array of toppings. This is a great place especially if you are traveling to Stowe with your family or with a big group of friends.
NUMBER NINE – Order Up Some Pancakes!
Remember when we told you to try the famous maple syrup along with a short stack of pancakes?
Well, there are many great places around Stowe where you can enjoy these delicious pancakes. But the best place is probably Sneakers Bistro. Even if you can’t make it to the bistro, almost any diner will serve great pancakes. Your hotel will also serve great pancakes.
The bottom line is: if you’re in Stowe, you’ve got to have pancakes for breakfast!
NUMBER TEN – Go Skiing or Ice Skating
If you visit Stowe in the winter, you’ve got to enjoy skiing. Whether you’ve hit the slopes before or you’re a first timer you’ll love the skiing opportunities you’ll have in Stowe.
You can find a ski lodge where you can rent skiing gear for the day. You can also hire a coach to train you if this is your first time.
If you aren’t into skiing or you visit during the summer, you can also visit an indoor ice-skating rink. This is a great fun activity if you travel with your family or with your significant other.
NUMBER ELEVEN – Disc Golf
Disc Golf is one of the most unique sports and sadly, it’s one that you can’t play anywhere in the country.
But in Stowe, Vermont Disc Golf is as popular as actual golf. In fact, some locals will probably say it’s more popular than actual golf!
You can visit a Disc Golf to play the sport. If you aren’t familiar with Disc golf, it’s a great sport where you throw a frisbee on a golf course and try to land it into a basket?
Are you sold? Well, make sure you book a reservation at a Disc Golf course in Stowe!
NUMBER TWELVE – Enjoy a Horse & Carriage Ride or enjoy Sleigh Rides
If you visit Stowe in the Spring, summer, or fall you can enjoy a horse and carriage ride around the town. This is the perfect excursion if you travel with young children or with your significant other. In fact, if you travel with your partner this might be the best excursion to go on just before you pop the question!
If you travel to Stowe in the winter, you can enjoy a sleigh ride. There aren’t many places in the country where you can do this, so we recommend you give it a try! You can check out the Gentle Giants on Mountain Road to hire a carriage or sleigh for the day!
NUMBER THIRTEEN – Go Sailing
Finally, you should hire a boat for the day to go sailing around Stowe. The best time to do this is if you visit Stowe during the fall.
You can enjoy the fall foliage – which means you’ll watch the leaves fall and decorate the town as you enjoy the relaxation of a sailboat. This is one of those moments in life when you pause and live in the moment.
It’s during this event when you’ll truly observe your surroundings and be glad that you traveled to Stowe. This is what you’ll remember and tell your grandkids!
So, are you ready to book your trip to Stowe, Vermont? In fact, what are you looking forward to the most?
Are you looking forward to seeing the incredible nature in this town? Or are you more interested in trying the delicious food that Stowe is famous for?
Let’s hear your thoughts in the comments.
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