Joyful female skier in vibrant pink camouflage jacket races downhill through Mount Mansfield snow near Topnotch Stowe Resort

Skiing & Snowboarding

Now eighty years after the first ski trails were cut on Vermont’s Mt Mansfield, world-famous Stowe Mountain Resort still reigns as the Ski Capital of the East.

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ArborTrek Adventure Course

Just over the mountain through Smugglers Notch is the family-friendly zip-line course at Arbortrek!

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Snowmobiling

While not a transportation necessity in Vermont, snowmobiling is exhilaratingly fun.

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Ben & Jerry's Factory Tour

Step into the world of Vermont’s most iconic ice cream with a behind-the-scenes tour in Waterbury. See how the magic is made, learn the story behind the scoops, and enjoy a sample of the flavor of the day.

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Birding

Vermont’s abundant canopy of maple, birch and evergreen trees offer the perfect habitat for hundreds of species of North American birds.

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Canoeing & Kayaking

The nearby Waterbury Reservoir, the Lamoille River, the Winooski River, and Lake Champlain offer gentle and pristine paddling waters.

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Craft Beverages

Vermont’s popularity in the craft beverage industry is renowned and Stowe is home to several must-visit craft beverage producers.

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Dogsledding & Dogcarting

There are few things more thrilling than taking a wintertime dog sled ride.

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ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain

Discover ECHO, Vermont's science and nature museum, on Burlington's waterfront overlooking beautiful Lake Champlain. Its mission is to inspire and engage everyone in the joy of scientific discovery, wonder of nature, and care of Lake Champlain. Visitors can explore over 100 interactive exhibits, encounter 50 live species, enjoy seasonal changing exhibitions, and experience immersive science and nature movies in its 3D Theater. Open daily for curious minds of all ages.

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Events In Stowe, Vermont

Nearly every week in the summer and fall, Stowe hosts a major attraction event, from antique and specialty car shows, craft fairs, and sporting events, to ongoing art shows, theatre and concert series.

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Fishing

Clean and clear, Vermont lakes and rivers are home to trout, perch and bass, among other species of fish.

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Galleries

Vermont is for art lovers, and is home to some of the nation’s most unique and diverse galleries and art centers.

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Golf

Stowe is home to several stunning championship golf courses, where guests find panoramic mountain views, pristine course conditions and exhilaration offered on every hole.

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Hot Air Balloon Rides

A hot air balloon ride is something everyone should experience at least once in their lives.

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Mini-Golf

A simply classic game to pass the time.

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Mountain Attractions

Stowe, Vermont’s world-famous ski resort is still busy when the snow has melted.

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Mountain Biking

Named a “mountain biking mecca” by The Boston Globe, Stowe’s extensive trail network of well-maintained, interconnected trails makes this a popular summer activity in Stowe.

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Museums And History

Stowe is a 250-year-old town with a fair amount of history to boot.

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Nightlife

Dance until late in the night. Sit back with a cocktail and enjoy some music.

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Recreation Path

One of Stowe’s recreational gems is a paved path for walking, jogging, cycling, and inline skating. 

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Scenic Drives

Vermont’s low-traffic back roads and state highways offer smooth rides with stunning views.

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Shopping

Stowe is home to over 60 shops (including Topnotch’s own Spa Boutique, Mountain Ops and Tennis Pro Shop), all locally owned and operated, where you can find one-of-a-kind treasures, sophisticated selections and friendly shopkeepers.

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Spacious auditorium seating inside Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center with warm timber beams near Topnotch Stowe Resort

The Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center

With a program that includes an eclectic range of events and exhibitions, featuring established and emerging artists, the Art Center’s goal is to inspire, educate and entertain residents, guests and the greater Stowe community.

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Indoor Stowe Bowling alley with purple ceiling lights, smooth lanes, and two tan leather couches near Topnotch Stowe Resort

Stowe Bowl

Truly unique for our little town, Stowe Bowl is an 8-lane bowling venue that's not your regular alley but something a little more boutique, swanky, cozy, comfortable, loungy, and elegant.

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Stowe Cinema 3Plex

From first-run movies to afternoon matinees on three screens, The Stowe Cinema 3Plex has been entertaining the town since 1972.

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Stowe Country Club

Experience the historic course of Stowe Country Club while soaking in 360 degree mountain views.

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Costumed actors performing a show on the Summer Theatre stage in cowboy hats and period costumes near Topnotch Stowe Resort

Summer Theatre

From The Stowe Theatre Guild’s best-loved local theatre experience, to the 150-seat black-box style Playhouse,.

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