Discover the snowy season
Winter in Vermont: Activities & Getaways
Find your Vermont winter: mountain days, snowy woodland trails, village stops and time to slow down. Explore winter activities and start planning a getaway around the experiences you love.
Find your winter pace
Experience Winter in Vermont
Build your trip around a favorite outdoor activity or leave room for a little of everything. Pair skiing and snowboarding with a quieter snowshoe outing, explore a village between adventures, or plan a day around local attractions. This guide brings Vermont winter activities and trip ideas together in one place.
Mountain days & snowy trails
Outdoor Winter Activities in Vermont
Choose an adventure, then follow the guide for places to go and planning resources. Check current access and conditions with the destination before you set out.
Make a mountain day
Skiing & Snowboarding
Explore Vermont skiing, resort information and resources for planning time on the slopes.
Explore the snow
Snowmobiling
Find Vermont snowmobiling resources and begin planning a trail outing. Confirm trail openings and requirements before riding.
Take the quiet trail
Snowshoeing
Use Trail Finder to research a snowshoe outing that suits your experience and the conditions.
Walk into winter
Winter Hiking
Read the Green Mountain Club’s winter hiking guidance before choosing a route through the snowy landscape.
Ride through the season
Winter Fat Biking
Explore Vermont Mountain Bike Association resources for winter trails and check local riding guidance.
Discover a different ascent
Ice Climbing
Browse Vermont ice and mixed climbing information to research routes and the skills needed for a winter climbing trip.
A change of scenery
Leave Room for a Slower Winter Day
A Vermont winter getaway can be as relaxed or active as you choose. Balance time outdoors with a village stop, a local attraction or an unhurried afternoon. Start with one region so you can spend more of your trip enjoying it.
Celebrate the season
Vermont Winter Festivals & Events
Explore these event resources from the original guide. Follow each organizer’s updates for current dates, availability and announcements before including an event in your itinerary.
Stowe Winter Carnival
Killington World Cup
Visit Killington’s World Cup page for event information and announcements; a current-season race date is not assumed here.
Winter Lights at Shelburne Museum
Beyond the slopes
Things to Do in Vermont in Winter Besides Skiing
Make room for attractions, covered bridges and local stops. These guides offer ideas to research for a winter visit; opening hours and road access can vary by season.
Vermont Attractions
Find places to explore between outdoor adventures and check winter opening hours.
Things to Do in Vermont
Browse more ideas for your trip and build a flexible winter itinerary.
Vermont’s Covered Bridges
Add a covered bridge stop to your plans when road access and weather allow.
Vermont’s Scenic Byways
Research a scenic route and confirm winter road conditions before driving.
Vermont Craft Breweries
Find brewery destinations and check visiting hours when planning a local stop.
Make the most of your stay
Plan Your Vermont Winter Getaway
Choose a home base near your main activity, book with your destination directly and leave flexibility for changing weather. Confirm hours, tickets, rentals and trail access before traveling.
Try a Quieter Trail
Cross-country skiing offers another way to spend time outdoors. Explore Nordic skiing ideas and confirm trail conditions with the center you plan to visit.
Before you go
Winter in Vermont FAQ
What can you do in Vermont in winter?
Explore skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, winter hiking and fat biking. For a change of pace, research attractions, covered bridges and winter events.
What can non-skiers do in Vermont in winter?
Start with snowshoeing or a local attraction, or plan a village visit and brewery stop. Use the guides above to research seasonal hours, access and activities that fit your interests.
How should I plan a Vermont winter weekend?
Choose one region and one main activity, then add nearby stops. Confirm lodging, tickets and opening hours in advance, and keep your schedule flexible for weather.
Where can I find Vermont winter event dates?
Follow the organizer links in the festivals and events section for current announcements. Check dates and availability directly before making travel plans.
Your winter starts here
Find Your Vermont Winter Escape
Choose your adventure, explore the places that interest you and make space for a memorable Vermont getaway.