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Brewery Tour - Burlington area
Vermont has some incredible breweries, distilleries, and cideries. Here are some in the Burlington area that are worth a visit. Four Quarters Brewing, Winooski * Foam Brewers, Burlington * Citizen Cider, Burlington * Zero Gravity Craft Brewery, Burlington * Simple Roots Brewing, Burlington Queen City Brewery, Burlington * Switchback Brewing, Burlington Mad River Distillers, Burlington Smugglers' Notch Distillery/Vermont Distillers Tasting Room, Burlington Weird Window Brewing, South Burlington Burlington Beer Company, Williston * GoodWater Brewery, Williston * Fiddlehead Brewing Company, Shelburne * Stone Corral Brewery, Richmond * Frost Beer Works, Hinesburg * indicates locations that also have food available
Brewery Tour - Central Vermont
Vermont has some incredible breweries, distilleries, and cideries. Here are some in Central VT that are worth a visit. Red Leaf Gluten-Free Brewing, Jeffersonville Caledonia Spirits (Barr Hill), Montpelier * Green Mountain Distillers, Morristown Lost Nation Brewing, Morrisville * Rock Art Brewery, Morrisville The Alchemist, Stowe Idletyme Brewing Company, Stowe * Stowe Cider, Stowe von Trapp Brewing and Bierhall, Stowe * Collaborative Brewing, Waitsfield * Cousins Brewing, Waitsfield * Lawson's Finest Liquids, Waitsfield * Cold Hollow Cider, Waterbury * Prohibition Pig, Waterbury * Smugglers Notch Distillery, Waterbury (tasting store) or Jeffersonville (home factory) * indicates locations that also have food available
Ben & Jerry’s
Visit the flavor graveyard, see some cows, and take the factory tour (which ends in a free ice cream sample!). Don't forget to visit the scoop shop for their full range of flavors, including their limited batch flavors only available at the shop.
Cold Hollow Cider Mill
Charming VT gift shop, eatery, and cider mill. See how the cold pressed cider is made (and get a free sample), taste their delicious cider donuts, and check out the variety of VT made products. Don't forget to visit their tasting room/luncheonette Apple Core and try a flight of their hard cider!
Cabot Farmers' Store - Waterbury
Browse the fantastic selection of Cabot products and sample copious varieties of artisanal cheeses at the large tasting table. Enjoy the selection of Vermont microbrews, hard ciders and wines.
Shelburne Farms
Shelburne Farms is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to inspire and cultivate learning for a sustainable future. Based on Abenaki land, their home campus is a 1,400-acre working farm, forest, and National Historic Landmark. There are walking trails, a farmyard, farm store, and more.
Vermont Teddy Bear Factory
The original "build-a-bear," Vermont Teddy Bears have been a major collectors item for decades. Come visit the factory (where Molly worked for a bit!) to see how they make the iconic bears, check out the bear shop where you can pick a bear or design your own custom bear complete with outfits and accessories. This staple of Vermont culture is not to be missed. Great for kids and adults alike!
Shelburne Museum
Shelburne Museum is an unparalleled and unique experience of American history, art, and design. Designed to allow visitors the pleasure of discovery and exploration, the Museum includes thirty-nine distinct structures on forty-five acres, each filled with beautiful, fascinating, and whimsical objects.
Church Street Marketplace
Outdoor pedestrian shopping/dining center in the heart of Burlington. Some places we highly recommend are Kru Coffee, Crow Bookshop, Golden Hour Gift Co, Ben & Jerry's, Outdoor Gear Exchange, Lake Champlain Chocolates, Leunig's Petit Bijou, Cosmic Grind, Burlington Bagel Co, and Bern Gallery.
Waterfront Park
Downtown Burlington's main recreation area. Walk along the waterfront of Lake Champlain, see the boats while enjoying a maple creemee or a cocktail from Splash!, experience hands on VT science and history at the Echo Center, relax on a swinging bench while watching the sunset, or utilize the 14 miles of bike path between Burlington and the Champlain Islands while taking in gorgeous views of the Adirondack Mountains and the lake wildlife.
Sleepy Hollow Ski and Bike Center
Sleepy Hollow specializes in intermediate and advanced single track mountain biking, approximately 20 km total. Skywalker singletrack is probably the most biked trail and heads up to Butternut Cabin where the view is incredible. Yoda is very popular for expert riders. A printable trail map is available at the Ski and Bike Center's website. Sleepy Hollow's bike trail system also connects to the Hinesburg Town Forest and Carse Lands, where many miles of single track have been professionally constructed by the Fellowship Of The Wheel.
Mount Philo State Park
Overlooking the beautiful Lake Champlain Valley, Mt. Philo State Park is Vermont's oldest park. Visitors can reach the top of the mountain on a narrow, steep road. The park offers hiking trails, incredible views, picnicking areas, and a well-maintained campground. The trail is a 1.9 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Charlotte, Vermont that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from April until October. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Camel's Hump State Park
Camel's Hump is one of Vermont's highest mountain peaks and easily the most recognizable by its double-humped profile. Waubanaukee Indians first named it "Tah-wak-be-dee-ee-wadso" or Saddle Mountain. The name "Camel's Rump" was used on a historical map by Ira Allen in 1798, and this became "Camel's Hump" in 1830. Special legislation was passed in 1969 to create a Forest Reserve whose state-owned acres form Camel's Hump State Park. Iconic to the Vermont landscape, Camel's Hump is one of the most popular outdoor destinations in Vermont. Although hikes to the summit are the most in-demand, there are plenty of other hiking, biking and skiing opportunities in the 21,258 acre state park! Views are spectacular, but weather can be unpredictable - plan accordingly when organizing a trip. There are a variety of trails from the short and easy Beane Trail or Camels Hump View Trail to the endlessly popular but very difficult Monroe Trail and Burrows Trail. Enjoy the experience and leave no trace!
Mount Mansfield State Forest
Mt. Mansfield State Forest is named for Mount Mansfield, the highest peak in Vermont at 4,393-feet. The summit ridge is only one of three mountains in the State where alpine tundra survived the ice age. Mt. Mansfield State Forest is the largest contiguous landholding owned by the Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation and one of its most diverse. The forest consists of 44,444 acres and spreads into seven towns in three counties. Mt. Mansfield State Forest also contains the 880-acre Waterbury Reservoir. Except for a small section of shoreline along the south eastern shore, the remainder of the shoreline is publicly owned and for the most part undeveloped. There are hundreds of trails to explore for all skill levels and a variety of activities. From 30 minute casual jaunts to 6 hour climbs up rock face, Mount Mansfield will never disappoint.