Explore regions in Vermont

About Vermont

Vermont is small and rural. Most of the state is forest, farm country, and small towns. The Green Mountains run up the middle, so you get real hiking: the Long Trail, ridgeline walks, and a lot of peaks that feel remote even when they're not that far from the road. There are swimming holes everywhere in summer, and the kind of back roads that make a drive feel like part of the trip. Fall brings leaf season and a lot of visitors; winter is skiing and quiet. People who live here or come back every year have strong opinions about which spots are worth it. This page is where they share those places.

The community has posted 5 spots around Vermont. You'll see trails, swimming holes, overlooks, and a few oddball favorites. Each one has photos and, when someone's written them, notes on conditions or when to go. Use the map to see what's near where you're staying or to string together a day of stops. Towns are listed so you can narrow down by area.

Plan your Vermont trip

The map shows every spot we have in Vermont. Zoom into the part of the state you care about, then click through for photos and details. A lot of these places are the kind locals know and visitors stumble on. Reading what others have said helps: some spots are better in spring, some get crowded, some need a bit of a walk. If you're basing in Burlington or another town, filter by that area and see what's within reach for a half day or a full day out.

Vermont runs on word of mouth. If you know a trail, swimming hole, or viewpoint that isn't on here yet, add it. A few sentences and a photo or two make a big difference for the next person planning a trip.