Beth's Guide to Central Vermont
City/town information
Named among the most beautiful towns in America by The Traveler Magazine, there is plenty to see and do!
Head to the Vermont Flannel company for some handmade shirts, hoodies, and other flannel goods.
Have dinner at Angkor Wat for some Cambodian Fusion by a chef who spent his childhood as a refugee, learning many different Asian cooking styles. The crab rangoon can't be beat!
Take a stroll in the town center to observe many wonderfully preserved buildings and shops.
Finish off your trip with a maple creemee at Mountain Creamery.
233 locals recommend
Woodstock
Named among the most beautiful towns in America by The Traveler Magazine, there is plenty to see and do!
Head to the Vermont Flannel company for some handmade shirts, hoodies, and other flannel goods.
Have dinner at Angkor Wat for some Cambodian Fusion by a chef who spent his childhood as a refugee, learning many different Asian cooking styles. The crab rangoon can't be beat!
Take a stroll in the town center to observe many wonderfully preserved buildings and shops.
Finish off your trip with a maple creemee at Mountain Creamery.
Killington is a ski town. It's the central hub for restaurants and bars.
83 locals recommend
Killington
Killington is a ski town. It's the central hub for restaurants and bars.
Food scene
Try the french onion soup or a smashburger! They have gluten free buns.
18 locals recommend
Charity's 1887 Saloon
2194 Killington RdTry the french onion soup or a smashburger! They have gluten free buns.
The BEST tacos in Vermont! Worth the scenic drive through the Mad River Valley.
137 locals recommend
The Mad Taco
5101 Main StThe BEST tacos in Vermont! Worth the scenic drive through the Mad River Valley.
Farm to table restaurant. Call ahead for a reservation!
The Beef tips and the pickle plate are to die for.
Many gluten free options.
25 locals recommend
Maple Soul
13 School StFarm to table restaurant. Call ahead for a reservation!
The Beef tips and the pickle plate are to die for.
Many gluten free options.
Tasty grub with a gorgeous view of Killington Peak any day of the year. There is a skating rink, too!
Tasty gluten free / veggie options.
67 locals recommend
The Foundry at Summit Pond
63 Summit PathTasty grub with a gorgeous view of Killington Peak any day of the year. There is a skating rink, too!
Tasty gluten free / veggie options.
A tasty adventure in Woodstock. Enjoy local goodies and free smells from their bakery.
92 locals recommend
Woodstock Farmers' Market
979 W Woodstock RdA tasty adventure in Woodstock. Enjoy local goodies and free smells from their bakery.
Stowe Cider
17 Town Farm LnGreat cider, great food! Gluten free options.
the BEST cheese in the area (in my humble opinion). Smoked, truffle, peppercorn, the list goes on.
19 locals recommend
Plymouth Artisan Cheese
106 Messer Hill Rdthe BEST cheese in the area (in my humble opinion). Smoked, truffle, peppercorn, the list goes on.
Sunup Bakery
2250 Killington RdTwo words: Cider. donuts.
Canteen Creemee Company
5123 Main StThe best creemees if you're in the Mad River Valley.
Mad Hatter's Scoops
40 Summit PathCrremees and sundaes galore!
They have tasty local coffee - try the full suspension if they have it!
43 locals recommend
Liquid Art Eatery & Coffeehouse
37 Miller Brook RdThey have tasty local coffee - try the full suspension if they have it!
A really cool place for local spirits. Great views and you can even eat in one of the old ski gondolas!
16 locals recommend
Killington Distillery - Still on the Mountain
47 Old Mill RdA really cool place for local spirits. Great views and you can even eat in one of the old ski gondolas!
Super tasty brunch and lunch. They offer gluten free crepes as an option and lots of vegetarian options too!
38 locals recommend
The Skinny Pancake
7161 Woodstock RdSuper tasty brunch and lunch. They offer gluten free crepes as an option and lots of vegetarian options too!
Sightseeing
Buttermilk Falls
Head to the three pools and take a dip in the chilly water!
Enjoy a free tour of an organic farm! Check out their store for all the raw milk and local artisan foods you can gobble up. They do ice cream scoops at the farm from 2-6 most days. Call ahead to make sure it's on!
Kiss the Cow Farm
2248 Royalton TurnpikeEnjoy a free tour of an organic farm! Check out their store for all the raw milk and local artisan foods you can gobble up. They do ice cream scoops at the farm from 2-6 most days. Call ahead to make sure it's on!
Head to the gorge for some hiking, dipping in the river, and photo ops! There is also some great antiquing in the area.
185 locals recommend
Quechee Gorge Bridge
U.S. 4Head to the gorge for some hiking, dipping in the river, and photo ops! There is also some great antiquing in the area.
A 40 minute drive, this is a sight to see. Check out the Antique Mall while you're in the area!
185 locals recommend
Quechee Gorge Bridge
U.S. 4A 40 minute drive, this is a sight to see. Check out the Antique Mall while you're in the area!
Every December, there is a Wassail Weekend in Woodstock. Check the Woodstock calendar for more details. It's full of festive food, wassail cider, and lights!
Wassail Weekend
Every December, there is a Wassail Weekend in Woodstock. Check the Woodstock calendar for more details. It's full of festive food, wassail cider, and lights!
MTB Trails
Sherburne Trails
926-1828 Vermont Rte 100Awesome MTB trails 4 minutes from the cabin!
Great option for MTB and hiking. Lots of switchbacks up to Shrek's cabin at the peak. There's a great cardio workout that goes strait up stone steps to the cabin. Still working on getting to the top!
16 locals recommend
Green Mountain Trails
1199 Tweed River DriveGreat option for MTB and hiking. Lots of switchbacks up to Shrek's cabin at the peak. There's a great cardio workout that goes strait up stone steps to the cabin. Still working on getting to the top!
Hiking
6 minutes from the cabin, head north (through Gifford Woods State Park) or south (through Kent Pond) and section hike the AT!
28 locals recommend
Appalachian Trail
Lebanon Street6 minutes from the cabin, head north (through Gifford Woods State Park) or south (through Kent Pond) and section hike the AT!
Head to the parking lot across the street for access to the Long trail and Catamount trails.
9 locals recommend
Inn at Long Trail
709 US-4Head to the parking lot across the street for access to the Long trail and Catamount trails.
Farm to Table Tours/Dining
Philo Ridge Farm
2766 Mt Philo RdThis is one of the oldest Cheese factories in Vermont. Go for a tour, some samples, and take some home! You can also find many flavors nearby at the Woodstock Farmer's Market.
19 locals recommend
Plymouth Artisan Cheese
106 Messer Hill RdThis is one of the oldest Cheese factories in Vermont. Go for a tour, some samples, and take some home! You can also find many flavors nearby at the Woodstock Farmer's Market.
General Outdoors
Wild UTV or Snowmobiling tours to get a view of VT like no other! Guided tours for 1 or 2 hours take you across the VAST trail system.
9 locals recommend
ATV Vermont
170 Vermont Rte 100Wild UTV or Snowmobiling tours to get a view of VT like no other! Guided tours for 1 or 2 hours take you across the VAST trail system.
Have you ever wanted to ride an Icelandic horse? The Tolt is a specific gait of this special, smaller breed of horse that makes you feel like you're gliding across the land. They offer half and full day tours.
8 locals recommend
Vermont Icelandic Horse Farm
North Fayston RoadHave you ever wanted to ride an Icelandic horse? The Tolt is a specific gait of this special, smaller breed of horse that makes you feel like you're gliding across the land. They offer half and full day tours.
A 5 minute drive away, enjoy the manicured 9 or 18 holes.
35 locals recommend
Green Mountain National Golf Course
476 Barrows Towne RdA 5 minute drive away, enjoy the manicured 9 or 18 holes.