The Green Mountain National Forest covers an area of 370,000 acres and encompasses two separate areas. The southern portion extends all the way to the Vermont and Massachusetts border while the northern section covers a smaller area in central Vermont.
The forest is popular with outdoor enthusiasts, particularly hikers.
Address: Green Mountain National Forest, 231 North Main Street, Rutland, VT 05701, United States
Phone: 1 (802) 747-6700, Fax: 1 (802) 747-6700
The village of Killington, to the west of Rutland, has developed in recent years into one of the largest skiing centres in the southern Green Mountains. The main pistes are on the slopes of Killington Peak and Pico Peak.
The painter Norman Rockwell lived in Arlington from 1939 to 1953. The Norman Rockwell Exhibit is located in a 19th century church. It features some of his works, including Saturday Evening Post covers, illustrations, advertisements, and prints. There is also a short video on the life and works of the artist.
Camel's Hump State Park came from a gift of 1,000 acres from Colonel Joseph Battell. In 1969, Vermont created the current park with about 20,000 acres. Camel's Hump is among the highest of Vermont's peaks. Hiking trails allow access to the summit.
The Killington Ski Resort features seven mountains with 200 runs and a vertical lift of 3,150ft/960m. The mountain offers seven lifts and has runs geared toward all abilities.
Address: Killington Resort, 4763 Killington Road, Killington, VT 05751, United States
Phone: 1 (802) 422-6200, Fax: 1 (802) 422-4391
Mount Mansfield, in the Green Mountains is the highest point in Vermont reaching 4,393 feet and covering 27,613 acres. From a distance the mountain is thought to resemble a face.
Mount Mansfield State Forest features hiking trails including a portion of the Long Trail.
Mount Snow Resort is an Alpine ski resort in winter and a golfing destination in summer. The ski hill offers 1,700 vertical feet of ski terrain serviced by 23 lifts. Skiing is targeted towards intermediate level skiers, with blue runs making up 62% of the runs.
In summer visitors can enjoy an 18 hole golf course, mountain biking, hiking, and fishing.
The Park-McCullough House in North Bennington is a Victorian mansion that was built in 1865. It features original furnishings, decorative arts, clothing and personal items of the Parks and McCulloughs. Also located on the grounds are a collection of carriages.
The Adams Family Farm in Wilmington was established in 1865. It is now in its sixth generation. The farm currently offers horse-drawn sleigh rides during the winter months, Rainbow Trout fishing, scenic tractor pulled wagon rides, evening bonfire events, and horse drawn conestoga wagon rides during the summer months.
Hours:
Always closed on: Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Tips: Call or visit the website for hours and admissions.
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Footbridge in Killington, Vermont.
Old First Church in Bennington, Vermont.
Statue in Bennington Cemetery.
Snow covered track on Killington Peak.
Blue sky over Mount Mansfield.
