Between hiking in the summer and skiing in the winter; there’s so much to do and see in Vermont. Aside from enjoying some of the more popular outdoor activities in the state, how about checking out some spots that are off-the-beaten-path in Vermont? To help you plan where to go, take a look at the following road trip of hidden gems in Vermont.
As you can see from the map, this road trip covers a large amount of Vermont.
- Little Black Mountain, Brattleboro
AllTrails/bruna gatta If you were always curious to see what New Hampshire looked like from Vermont, you’ll get your chance when you hike this 1.2-mile trail. Brattleboro, VT 05301, USA
- Dummerston Covered Bridge, Dummerston
Google/s t c h While there are over 100 covered bridges in Vermont, the West Dummerston Covered Bridge stretches nearly 280 feet and was built in 1872, making it one of the most coveted hidden gems in Vermont. 2891 W River Rd, Dummerston, VT 05301, USA
- Robert Frost Wayside Trail, Ripton
Google/Jeremy Haggard Although this trail is short and sweet, you’ll get to enjoy some of Frost’s poetry as you meander along the path. You can see his words come alive as you pass through the trees. Robert Frost Wayside, 537 Robert Frost Rd, Ripton, VT 05766, USA
- World’s Tallest Filing Cabinet, Burlington
Google/richard dinh Aside from being one of the most unusual sites on your road trip, it will probably be the tallest. At over 40 feet in height, this installation is the highest filing cabinet in the world. It was built in 2002 by a local artist in response to some politics happening in Burlington, and now has its own claim to fame. The good news when traveling to see this hidden gem in Vermont, is that it’s hard to miss! World’s Tallest Filing Cabinet, 220 Flynn Ave, Burlington, VT 05401, USA
- Sunset Drive-In Theatre, Colchester
Google/Jan 2020 This seasonal gem is a fun stop to catch a movie and fill up on popcorn. You’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time at the retro Sunset Drive-In Movie Theater. Sunset Drive-In, 155 Porters Point Rd, Colchester, VT 05446, USA
- Garden of Eatin’ Cafe, Williston
Facebook/Garden of Eatin’ Cafe You’ll feel like you’re in a fairy tale when stopping for a bite at this charming restaurant. Garden of Eatin’ Cafe, 472 Marshall Ave, Williston, VT 05495, USA
- Dog Mountain, Home of Stephen Huneck Gallery, St. Johnsbury
Google/Adnan Khalil If you’re planning to take your dog on this road trip too, you can’t miss this last stop. Along with plenty of unspoiled land for your dog to roam, check out the dog chapel filled with unique artwork. You can read more about why Dog Mountain and the Dog Chapel are truly hidden gems in Vermont. Dog Mountain, Home of Stephen Huneck Gallery, 143 Parks Rd, St Johnsbury, VT 05819, USA
After taking the day to explore the sites on this list, check out this article: 12 Of The Very Best Vermont Road Trips You Can Take for more Green Mountain state outing ideas. How many hidden gems in Vermont have you seen and experienced? What are some of your favorites? Let us know in the comment section, we would love to hear from you.
AllTrails/bruna gatta
If you were always curious to see what New Hampshire looked like from Vermont, you’ll get your chance when you hike this 1.2-mile trail.
Brattleboro, VT 05301, USA
Google/s t c h
While there are over 100 covered bridges in Vermont, the West Dummerston Covered Bridge stretches nearly 280 feet and was built in 1872, making it one of the most coveted hidden gems in Vermont.
2891 W River Rd, Dummerston, VT 05301, USA
Google/Jeremy Haggard
Although this trail is short and sweet, you’ll get to enjoy some of Frost’s poetry as you meander along the path. You can see his words come alive as you pass through the trees.
Robert Frost Wayside, 537 Robert Frost Rd, Ripton, VT 05766, USA
Google/richard dinh
Aside from being one of the most unusual sites on your road trip, it will probably be the tallest. At over 40 feet in height, this installation is the highest filing cabinet in the world. It was built in 2002 by a local artist in response to some politics happening in Burlington, and now has its own claim to fame. The good news when traveling to see this hidden gem in Vermont, is that it’s hard to miss!
World’s Tallest Filing Cabinet, 220 Flynn Ave, Burlington, VT 05401, USA
Google/Jan 2020
This seasonal gem is a fun stop to catch a movie and fill up on popcorn. You’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time at the retro Sunset Drive-In Movie Theater.
Sunset Drive-In, 155 Porters Point Rd, Colchester, VT 05446, USA
Facebook/Garden of Eatin’ Cafe
You’ll feel like you’re in a fairy tale when stopping for a bite at this charming restaurant.
Garden of Eatin’ Cafe, 472 Marshall Ave, Williston, VT 05495, USA
Google/Adnan Khalil
If you’re planning to take your dog on this road trip too, you can’t miss this last stop. Along with plenty of unspoiled land for your dog to roam, check out the dog chapel filled with unique artwork. You can read more about why Dog Mountain and the Dog Chapel are truly hidden gems in Vermont.
Dog Mountain, Home of Stephen Huneck Gallery, 143 Parks Rd, St Johnsbury, VT 05819, USA
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Places To See In Vermont November 16, 2022 Katie Feldkamp Are there any other hidden gems in Vermont? Vermont is full of hidden gems! See how many of the following places you have heard of or have been to. If not many make the list, now is the time to make a plan to go and see them for yourself:
New Discovery State Park in Marshfield Old City Falls in Strafford The Chazy Reef in Isle La Motte
For more places, check out this list of hidden gems in Vermont that most people don’t even know about! What are some good things to see that are off the beaten path in Vermont? The state may be small, but when it comes to going off the beaten path in Vermont, there seems to be an endless supply of attractions. Consider checking out some of the following:
Oddly gigantic things you can only find in Vermont Some of the world’s largest attractions in Vermont The strangest monument in Vermont Truly bizarre roadside attractions in Vermont
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Places To See In Vermont
November 16, 2022
Katie Feldkamp
Are there any other hidden gems in Vermont? Vermont is full of hidden gems! See how many of the following places you have heard of or have been to. If not many make the list, now is the time to make a plan to go and see them for yourself:
New Discovery State Park in Marshfield Old City Falls in Strafford The Chazy Reef in Isle La Motte
For more places, check out this list of hidden gems in Vermont that most people don’t even know about! What are some good things to see that are off the beaten path in Vermont? The state may be small, but when it comes to going off the beaten path in Vermont, there seems to be an endless supply of attractions. Consider checking out some of the following:
Oddly gigantic things you can only find in Vermont Some of the world’s largest attractions in Vermont The strangest monument in Vermont Truly bizarre roadside attractions in Vermont
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
Vermont is full of hidden gems! See how many of the following places you have heard of or have been to. If not many make the list, now is the time to make a plan to go and see them for yourself:
- New Discovery State Park in Marshfield
- Old City Falls in Strafford
- The Chazy Reef in Isle La Motte
For more places, check out this list of hidden gems in Vermont that most people don’t even know about!
What are some good things to see that are off the beaten path in Vermont?
The state may be small, but when it comes to going off the beaten path in Vermont, there seems to be an endless supply of attractions. Consider checking out some of the following:
- Oddly gigantic things you can only find in Vermont
- Some of the world’s largest attractions in Vermont
- The strangest monument in Vermont
- Truly bizarre roadside attractions in Vermont
