Amazing drive to see prime fall foliage, take a hike, ride a gondola, eat some tasty food, lots to do along the notch!
On the eastern side of the Smugglers Notch Scenic Drive lies the ski town of Stowe. Visit Cold Hollow Cider, take a stroll along the Stowe Area Recreation Path, or take a gondola ride at the ski resort.
With miles of lake frontage, a beautiful downtown walking district, art, food, pubs, shopping, museums, and bars, there is something for everyone in Burlington!
Take a stroll or ride along the Colchester Causeway for a truly unique experience. Cool historical information here: https://www.burlingtonfreepress.com/story/news/2017/12/02/history-space-colchester-causeway-island-line/108228658/
THE BEST FALL FOLIAGE! Take a 4 hour round trip drive (from Burlington) into the NEK for a real New England treat. Famous for its impressive fall foliage, NEK has lakes, ski resorts, hikes, and so much beauty. See lake Willoughby, hike Haystack Mountain, visit Burke Mountain for mountain biking, a ski lift ride, or scenic toll road drive to the top of the mountain.
There are many adorable small towns all over Vermont. Vergennes, Johnson, Middlebury, Underhill, Jericho, St. Albans, and Waterbury to name a few within an hour of Burlington. We recommend driving to any of these cute little towns and wandering around. The drive will be beautiful too!
Only 90 minutes away is the beautiful city of Montreal. Old Montreal is like taking a trip to Europe! Bring your passport for the border crossing if you are planning a visit!