Top Things to do in Stowe Area
Top 10 Things to do in Stowe Area, Stowe Area
Discover the best top things to do in Stowe Area, United States including Stowe Recreation Path, Trapp Family Lodge Outdoor Center, Smugglers Notch State Park, Stowe Mountain Resort, Mount Mansfield, Moss Glen Falls, Stowe Mountain Auto Toll Road, Sterling Falls Gorge, The Alchemist, Gold Brook Covered Bridge (Emily's Covered Bridge).
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1. Stowe Recreation Path
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,432 reviews
Between the West Branch River and Route 108 is a biking trail full of scenic vistas and small town atmosphere.
Reviewed By Turkish340
Rent some good bikes and do it. Did it with family, youngest is 10. No probkem at all as the entire path is pretty much flat and paved so it is really easy to ride. Beautiful scenery all the way through, and some really magical spots to stop and admire the area.
2. Trapp Family Lodge Outdoor Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 524 reviews
At the Trapp Family Lodge Outdoor Center the question isn’t what to do. The question is, where do you start? From sunrise to sunset, and in every season, there is an invigorating adventure or relaxing activity waiting for you at every turn. The Trapp Family Lodge is a 2,500 acre mecca for the outdoor and nature enthusiast. In the Winter there is cross country skiing, back country skiing and snowshoeing. In the Summer there is mountain biking, disc golf, hiking,Nordic walking and even concerts in our meadow. The lists go on and on for people of all ages!
Reviewed By SpyderP45 - Marcy, United States
When you're looking for an awesome place to stretch your legs, wether it's cross country skiing, snowshoeing or just walking around the property this is your place. Beautiful scenery, great groomed trails, fantastic wooded trails, sleigh rides (private entity) and just an overall relaxing experience, You'll certainly enjoy your time here, there really is nothing like it!
3. Smugglers Notch State Park
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4.5 based on 357 reviews
This narrow path through thousand-foot cliffs, once a smuggling route into Canada, is now a park used for biking, hiking, picnicking and rockclimbing.
Reviewed By MaryJ071597 - Spokane, United States
We stayed a night in Stowe during the peak color season and this drive was recommended to us. We are so glad we did it. It was gorgeous! We had limited time so we were very disappointed we didn't get to experience more of this area. We made it to Smugglers Notch though and captured some beautiful shots. The road is very winding up there. It was super windy and we watched the leaves getting blown off the trees. We definitey recommend this scenic drive.
4. Stowe Mountain Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 975 reviews
A classic Vermont ski getaway, popular with families because of its excellent ski/snowboard school and child-friendly amenities.
Reviewed By bhink0506 - Medford, United States
Most people probably come here in Winter, but Stowe is as charming in Summer. The gondola ride to the (almost) top of the mountain is breathtaking, and the hiking trails from there are a lot of fun. Some are trails very treacherous, so be sure to wear proper shoes and be in proper shape to hike them. The views are wonderful. I highly recommend Stowe.
5. Mount Mansfield
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 812 reviews
Vermont mountain resembling a person's profile.
Reviewed By DarkPhoenix21 - Robbinsville, United States
We took the drive up Toll Road (off of Mountain Road, at the bottom of the mountain) and made it to the top. While the drive gave me a panic attach (SUPER NARROW - No Ledge), the hiking trail and view from the top is the absolute best. I'd do it over and over again. Although, I may not do the drive up in a large car OR during peak season. The road is barely narrow enough to let a car coming from the opposite side through. And, people driving down have the right of way. Meaning that you have to bare to the right, without driving off the mountain, to let the car coming down through. But again, when you get to the top, it just makes it all worth it. The hike is about 3 miles to the very peak and it's safe enough for young children (with parent supervision). My 10 year old LOVED it. Make sure to wear hiking shoes or shoes with a good enough grip to prevent slipping. At times some of the rocks are wet and make it easy to slip and fall (not fall off the mountain - just fall and hit yourself on the rocks or twist an ankle).
6. Moss Glen Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 368 reviews
With a short walk, you can enjoy a ravine with a waterfall.
Reviewed By RezzyKin - Seymour, United States
Made a point to stop by after seeing some reviews and it was well worth it! The trail to get to the base of the hill was simple terrain laced with wooden planks to help get through the softer ground/water. That same path has some places to stop and see the river that is fed by the falls. It was a quiet and peaceful spot, even on busy days. I would, however, suggest shoes with good ankle support at the very least if you intend to head up and see the falls themselves. The path can be slick and the terrain, as you would have guessed, is quite rocky and jagged on the way up. Tje view is worth it though!
7. Stowe Mountain Auto Toll Road
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 259 reviews
Reviewed By gazooby - Bloomington, United States
When you arrive at the entrance gate, they will give you a lecture on how to get up and down safely. PAY ATTENTION TO IT! The road is narrow, has no guard rails, and if you don't listen to the gate person you will burn out your brakes. In fact, check your brakes before you think about going. At the top, generous sized parking lot allows you to take the hiking trail along the spine of Mansfield as far as you want, doubling back when ready. The trail is Moderate for a half mile or so, then goes to Strenuous when you start climbing rocks. It is one of my favorite trails in the entire state, so worth the drive--and worth the pricey entrance fee if you can't hike 10 strenuous miles on your own. But I saw kids hiking with flip flops, which is not recommended. Also, expect bad weather. It was sleeting (Oct. 1) when we arrived but cleared up within an hour.
8. Sterling Falls Gorge
9. The Alchemist
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 296 reviews
Reviewed By Southpeak - Vermont, United States
We were lucky we did not need reservations in mid-November on a Wed. evening as they are usually booked out. Home of Heady Topper. Great beers. I liked the Donovan's Red Ale the best. Great tour in a all new "green" facility. Very thoughtful about the beer, the employees and any by-products. Loved it. Make reservations and enjoy. There is a $10 per person fee, money goes to a charity.
10. Gold Brook Covered Bridge (Emily's Covered Bridge)
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 227 reviews
Reviewed By Solutions123 - Austin, United States
We’ve seen some quaint covered wooden bridges in Vermont. Emily’s bridge was my favorite because there wasn’t any other tourist around, it was quiet and peaceful, simple, and has an interesting story. Did Emily commit suicidal or got thrown off her horse and die? We got there just before sunset. As I was reading the sign, I felt my husband’s presence behind me. When I turned around, he wasn’t behind me. He was in front of the bridge taking pictures. I took several pictures and a few pictures looked like there was a fuzzy spot in them. Could it be Emily’s ghost? We’ll never know.
