Location: Jay
Top Things to do in Jay
What to do and see in Jay, United States: The Best Places and Tips
Jay is one of the northernmost towns in Orleans County, Vermont, United States, located on the Canada–US border. The population was 521 at the 2010 census. Jay is named for John Jay, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. The US Census Bureau estimated that the town's population had increased by 13.1% between 2000–2005, the seventh largest increase in the state. Jay is also home to the Jay Challenge, a three-part stage-race, typically held in July.
Restaurants in Jay
1. Jay Peak Pump House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 416 reviews
Reviewed By bjscounty - Belleville, Canada
Air temperature was comfortably warm, water temp not too bad. Beware you do need to pay for locker rentals if you want to keep phones/wallets safe. Slides were fun for kids, line ups weren't too bad when we were there. Big area of concern though: Shuttle pick ups didn't happen often. We went to the waterpark every day and got lucky once with getting right on a shuttle when we walked out. The other times were close to an hour each time standing in the cold outside on the side of the road. You can't wait inside, because then you're stuck at the back of the line when the shuttle appears and the shuttles are often so full that you can't get on and have to wait for the next one. So, if you waited inside you'd forever be not getting on the shuttle. Bring warm clothes to wait in, and plan your time accordingly (bring snacks for the lineup if you have kids). It would be nice to say you could drive to the waterpark instead, but the interior roads of the resort were almost never cleared, so people were getting stuck when they tried to drive places.
2. Big Falls
Overall Ratings
4 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By mpm0024 - Beacon Falls, Connecticut
Great falls in hard to find spot. We were here 5 years ago as well, printed directions were inaccurate. This time followed vocal instructions google maps- instructions correct even as we traveled 6-7 miles dirt (fully graded) unsigned dirt roads. Great view, could not walk to all areas due to snow and ice- well worth it.
3. Kingdom Brewing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Brian and Jenn Cook created Kingdom Brewing with the intent to brew authentic craft beers from a wide variety of locally produced ingredients. Starting with American grown grains, they combine farm chemistry and heirloom recipes with ingredients from their farm & greenhouse such as maple sap, spruce tips and berries to create a variety of light to robust seasonal beers.
Reviewed By Joe R - Germantown, MD
For several years, I have considered checking out Kingdom Brewing. We made the trek this year. The only question I have is why did it take so long to visit the brewery. The recipes are creative and imaginitive. They really work. The brewer and his staff entertained us with interesting antecdotes. My wife and I were charmed. Rarely does my wife like dark ales. She enjoyed every dark ale she tried. Visit the Northeast Kingdom and venture into Kingdom Brewing. You can't go wrong!
4. Jay Peak Resort
Overall Ratings
4 based on 220 reviews
Reviewed By Robert T - New York City, New York
I have been to Jay before but it has been such a long time (February 2001) that the changes were remarkable. First what hasn’t changed. The mountain is still steep, snowy and has the best in bound tree skiing in Vermont. The lifts are a bit on the old side but fully functional and since the crowds don’t get here that often, you will get in all the skiing you want. What has changed is the base area. The old Hotel Jay has been replaced by a new building with several restaurants, a climbing gym, and a pretty large indoor water park. In addition to that are several more accommodation choices like the Tram Haus Lodge and lots of condos. Base lodges have been upgraded but the original funky vibe is still here. You can ski some of the bigger resorts and they are fine, but Jay has a small mountain vibe but ski is like a giant.
5. Jay Peak Aerial Tramway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
This tram to Jay Peak offers a great way to view fall foliage.
Reviewed By Bulldogtraveler10 - Cleveland, Ohio
I'm pretty much scared to death of heights, but do "stupid" things like this. The day we went, was off season in the fall just as colors were changing. It was the operator, my wife, myself and our English Bulldog on the tram. I pretty much sat in the middle holding on for dear life. The ride up was smooth and bearable as long as I didn't look down. Once at the top, it was absolutely amazing the view you have. Breathtaking. I highly recommend it, at least once..
6. Jay Peak Ski Resort
Overall Ratings
4 based on 137 reviews
Reviewed By kanasri - Ottawa
It is a small waterpark compared to others. We have been to Great Wolf Lodge and Niagara Water Parks, Canada's Wonderland and all are much larger water park that this one. It has only 4 large slides, there is a surfing area and a lay river. There are body 2 slides and 2 tube slides and that is it.They have hot tubs all together but enough space. That is it for the park, not a lot of ways to keep kids entertained. For a simple vacation, it is agood place to go but if you want challenging slides or various options etc this is not it. Outside of that, it is in a isolated area so for breakfast lunch and dinner, you are kind of a prisonerr of this lodge. Nearest town is more than 30 minutes drive for restaurants. We went in the summer for the waterparks so the restuarants onsite are either closed or if open then the menu is very limited and pricy as well. There is a pizza place and a restaurant and a variety store. We got a groupon deal for 4 for $199 a night with waterpark and hotel.
The hotel chalets are individual mini houses but odd design, the bedroom is downstairs but washrooms are upstairs so in the middle of the night, you need to up stairs for the washroom. Not ideal. There is a full kitchen, TV and pull out sofa upstairs.
7. Tower Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By helelio - Toronto
If you do not sit on the bar, good luck for reaching a waiter. Food comes from next door restaurant and it takes time to reach someone to serve you. Had to call a waiter several times for a quick order.
Food is above average, I recommend to try local draught beers.
8. Jay Village Inn - Swimming Pool
The Jay Village Inn's Swimming pool is now open to the public! $6/person per day, or season passes available for $50 for an individual or $115 for a family.
