Vermont road trip: Stowe to Brattleboro, 13 stops
Explore Vermont's most iconic destinations across a 1,091 km route connecting Stowe, Woodstock, Montpelier, Killington, Manchester, Brattleboro, Lyndonville, Saint Albans City, and natural landmarks including Quechee Gorge, Mount Hor, and West River. This comprehensive circuit showcases the state's Alpine villages, historic architecture, and mountain landscapes.
- Distance
- 1090.6 km
- Mode
- route
- Start
- Welcome to Vermont
- End
- West River & Bridge
- Stops
- 13
- Video author
- travmap
- Updated
Stops on this route
- Welcome to Vermont — Northern New England state renowned for fall foliage, maple syrup production, and picturesque villages nestled among the Green Mountains.
- Stowe — Town nestled between expansive state forests epitomizing refined Alpine charm.
- Woodstock — Quintessential Vermont village featuring a covered bridge, historic homes, and central green that epitomizes classic New England charm and architecture.
- Montpelier — Downtown hub for civic engagement fostering an active community.
- Vermont State House — Historic state house dating from 1859, one of the nation's oldest state capital buildings.
- Killington — Mountain resort offering snowcapped peaks and crisp mountain air, key stop on the Long Trail and Appalachian Trail.
- Manchester — Town in southwestern Vermont consisting of Manchester Village, Manchester Center and Manchester Depot, nestled between mountain ranges.
- Brattleboro — Town in Southeastern Vermont situated along the Connecticut River at the mouth of the West River.
- Lyndonville — Village in the Northeast Kingdom, home to Lyndon State College.
- Saint Albans City — Historic waterfront community on Lake Champlain known for Civil War heritage, Victorian architecture, and access to recreational boating activities.
- Quechee Gorge & Ottauquechee River — Dramatic 165-foot gorge carved by the Ottauquechee River, offering scenic hiking trails and viewpoints through Vermont's most impressive natural canyon.
- Mount Hor* — Mountain in the Northeast Kingdom with panoramic views of Lake Willoughby and surrounding peaks, accessible via hiking trails year-round.
- West River & Bridge — Scenic river valley featuring historic covered bridges and pristine waters that showcase Vermont's pastoral landscape and rural character.
Useful for your trip
- Timing
- Visit Stowe in summer and autumn for the best experience; autumn foliage creates a breathtaking spectacle with fiery canopies.
- Tip
- Stowe offers verdant hills and meandering trails for hikers, scenic pathways for cyclists and joggers, meticulously manicured golf courses, and skating opportunities.
- Tip
- Woodstock features a historic covered bridge and introduced one of the nation's earliest ski lifts, making it a year-round outdoor destination.
- Food
- Montpelier has independent bookstores, artisanal cafes, and eclectic boutiques offering an immersive cultural experience.
- Tip
- Montpelier hosts festivals, gallery exhibitions, and live performances with a dynamic arts and music scene.
- Where to stay
- Woodstock offers luxurious accommodations with elegant surroundings, rejuvenating spa treatments, and impeccable hospitality.
- Tip
- Visit the Vermont State House in Montpelier, dating from 1859, featuring the oldest active legislative halls with original interiors and a golden dome symbolizing Vermont's agricultural heritage.
- Tip
- Killington Peak rises to 4,229 feet and is the second highest summit in the Green Mountains with breathtaking vistas.
- Tip
- Killington ski resort, known as the Beast of the East, features premier slopes and a gondola that carries visitors to stunning heights year-round.
- Food
- Montpelier emphasizes sustainability with thriving farmers markets and farm-to-table dining establishments.
Video on this route
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