What could be better than getting outside and enjoying a perfect day in Vermont? How about getting outside while discovering art? Cold Hollow Sculpture Park, Lemon Fair Sculpture Park, and Southern Vermont Art Center For a tiny state, Vermont has an eclectic variety of opportunities to interact with outdoor art. The largely rural landscape makes an enchanting backdrop for all kinds of art installations, and as the seasons change, so does the experience. No matter where you travel in the state, you’re within a short drive of one of these incredible Vermont sculpture parks. Here are a few ways t ..read more

After a long winter and mud season, followed by a short spring, summer in the Champlain Valley is as beautiful as it is bustling. With lengthening days and an abundance of sunshine, there is no better time to be outdoors soaking up copious amounts of Vitamin D and enjoying the Green Mountain and Lake Champlain views. Which is why late spring and early summer are the best times to plan a weekend getaway to the beautiful town of Shelburne, Vermont, just south of Burlington. Ready for a perfect weekend in Shelburne, VT? Not only is Shelburne home to Northern New England’s largest art and history ..read more

Vermont is beautiful in all four seasons, and exploring the mountains and valleys on foot is one of the most enchanting things to do in the state. Scenes from some of our favorite Southern Vermont hikes. We’ve been meandering Southern Vermont’s trails for the past 16 years, and we figured it was high time we shared our favorite trails with you.  The following hikes, rambles, and walks are perfect for novice hikers or families with children. Most are under five miles, and all have a kid-friendly feature to help entice them along. The best way to encourage my kids to go on a trail ..read more

Dark woodland trails, a turquoise mountain lake, and one of the most family-friendly campgrounds in Vermont. This is what you’ll discover at Emerald Lake State Park in East Dorset, a small town in the mountains of Southern Vermont. A beautiful summer day on Emerald Lake in Vermont This delightful park is a favorite with locals and is widely regarded as one of the best places to cool off on a summer day in Vermont. In fact, Emerald Lake is one of our favorite spots in all of Vermont to swim, and we think you’ll agree! We’ve been spending summer afternoons and weekends at Emerald State Park in V ..read more

A few of our favorite farms in Vermont. Vermont has long celebrated its agricultural heritage by welcoming visitors looking for authentic farm experiences in Vermont. From farm tours and workshops to one-of-a-kind farm stays and food experiences, Vermont farms are taking steps to diversify their offerings and connect with their communities. While there are dozens of fabulous farm-based experiences across the state, here are eight of our favorite farms in Vermont to visit in the spring, as well as some 2024 farm-based events to check out this spring. Shelburne Farms in Shelburne, VT Shelburne F ..read more

You can’t get much more Vermonty than the village of Grafton VT, and the circa 1850 Ephriam Bruce House will send you back in time in the best possible way. The Ephriam Bruce House in Grafton Village Tucked away on a quiet street in Grafton Village, this unique vacation rental gives visitors plenty of room to spread out and relax while enjoying beautiful outdoor spaces, river views, and a few modern upgrades that don’t diminish the home’s historic charm. With room for eight guests, this dog-friendly home is the perfect escape for families, groups of friends, or multi-generational getaways. Fea ..read more

Breathtaking mountain views, hidden swimming holes, a meandering rail trail, and one of the prettiest waterfalls in the Green Mountains. Welcome to Jamaica State Park in Vermont! The West River in Jamaica State Park This gem of a park is tucked away next to a rustic mountain village of the same name. Jamaica, Vermont may not be the Caribbean, but it’s as welcoming a place as you’ll ever find in the Green Mountains.  Camping at Jamaica State Park makes an awesome family vacation in the summer. In fact, it’s one of our all-time favorite parks — we’re beyond lucky to live within an hour of J ..read more

Planning a New England vacation and looking for a few beautiful Vermont scenic drives? Want to fill your days with far-reaching vistas, pastoral landscapes, and opportunities for outdoor recreation? Fill up your gas tank, charge your camera, and pack your sturdy footwear — it’s time for another incredible Vermont road trip! Vermont’s back roads are hard to beat! Whether you want to get away for a week or an afternoon, these 10 incredible byways are the most scenic drives in Vermont, encompassing everything you love about Vermont road trips, no matter what season you choose to take them. Connec ..read more

Some say that the journey is as important as the destination, and for the most part, I wholeheartedly agree. But, I have to admit that sometimes I want dessert before dinner and a gorgeous mountain vista without climbing breathlessly to the top. Mount Ascutney, Okemo Mountain, and Mount Philo: 3 gorgeous Vermont Mountains you can drive up. If you have limited mobility, don’t have a lot of time, or just don’t enjoy hiking, I’ve got six gorgeous drive-up summits in Vermont for you — perfect for your next picnic, sunset, or low-key adventure. Disclaimer: Three of these summits feature a view at o ..read more

Like many of Vermont’s most wild places, Groton State Forest is off the beaten path, nestled between the Green Mountains to the west and the hills of the Connecticut River Valley to the east. It’s one of Vermont’s largest publicly owned areas, encompassing almost 30,000 acres, and seven unique state parks. Scenes from Groton State Forest in Vermont Groton State Forest and the Vermont State Parks within it, provide plenty of variety for adventurers, who come here to hike, bike, paddle, fish, camp, and relax. Our family tries to visit Groton State Forest as often as we can. We love that it is on ..read more