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During shoulder seasons (Oct–Nov, Apr–May): the Valley is quieter; confirm before heading out.

Winter Activities

Mt. Ellen at Sugarbush Resort ski area in Warren Vermont

What It Is
Formerly Glenn Ellen, now Mt. Ellen at Sugarbush
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Authentic, old school Vermont ski vibe

Mad River Glen ski area single chairlift on Stark Mountain Vermont

What It Is
Co-op owned, the oldest single chair lift (of only two) in the country
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Old school Vermont skiing with natural terrain and beauty

Mad River Glen ski area single chairlift on Stark Mountain Vermont

What It Is
Cross country skiing & snowshoeing
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Cross country skiing & rentals

Blueberry Lake Cross Country Ski Center groomed trails and mountain views Vermont

What It Is
Small family-run cross country ski center
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30 km of groomed trails, 8-person trail-side sauna, breathtaking views

Catamount Trail backcountry ski trail Vermont

What It Is
300+ mile Catamount Trail
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The Catamount Trail Association is a passionate group of backcountry skiers and outdoor enthusiasts

Skatium community ice skating rink in Waitsfield Vermont

What It Is
A non-profit community sports facility
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A community resource that charges only enough to cover expenses

Summer & Year-Round Activities

Long Trail hiking path along the Green Mountains of Vermont - by Amanda Churchill

What It Is
Hiking trail along the main ridge of the Green Mountains from the Massachusetts border to the Canadian border
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Known as the “footpath in the wilderness,” it became the inspiration for the Appalachian Trail

Camel's Hump State Park summit view Vermont

What It Is
20,000 acres of forest preserve
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Waubanaukee Indians first named it “Tah-wak-be-dee-ee-wadso” or Saddle Mountain

Mountain biking trails in the Mad River Valley Vermont

What It Is
Nearly 60 miles of trails throughout the Mad River Valley
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MRR has helped create a broad coalition of landowners, land managers, recreation & conservation groups

Road cycling on scenic Vermont back roads in the Mad River Valley

What It Is
The Mad River Valley offers miles & miles of spectacular road cycling
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Home of the famous Green Mountain Stage Race

Warren Falls natural swimming hole on the Mad River in Warren Vermont

What It Is
Swimming holes in the Mad River
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Swimming the way nature intended

Blueberry Lake kayaking and paddling in Warren Vermont

What It Is
48 acre mountain lake preserved
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Fresh mountain water surrounded by rolling green hills

Sugarbush Golf Club Robert Trent Jones Sr. course with mountain views Warren Vermont

What It Is
A Robert Trent Jones, Sr. masterpiece
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Natural landscape & breathtaking mountain views

Northern Forest Canoe Trail paddling route Vermont

What It Is
We promote and steward our water trail and support communities, waterways and paddling across the Northern Forest

Stark's Nest warming hut at Mad River Glen with mountain hiking view Vermont

What It Is
Beautiful Natural Environment of Stark Mountain, Home of Mad River Glen’s Single Chair

Mad River Path multi-use trail corridor in Waitsfield Vermont

What It Is
A human powered transportation corridor in the Mad River Valley

Arts, Culture & History

Glass paperweights handmade at Salt and Sand Studios in the Mad River Valley Vermont

What It Is
Glass Making Studio
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Glass crafts & classes

Artisans Gallery Vermont-made art and crafts in Waitsfield Vermont

What It Is
Retail shop representing 170+ Vermont artists
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Handpicked selection of eclectic, lively, personalized quality pieces

Luke Iannuzzi handmade pottery ceramics in the Mad River Valley Vermont

What It Is
Ceramics for the Table & the Home
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Classes & workshops for all levels

Bundy Modern contemporary art and sculpture gallery Waitsfield Vermont

What It Is
Seasonal Art & Sculpture Gallery
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Contemporary art gallery & sculpture park in the Bauhaus architecture style

The Big Picture Theater community arts venue in Waitsfield Vermont

What It Is
A Community Hub for the Arts
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Dining, Movies, Music, Events

Historic Sites

  • Visit the Waitsfield & Warren Covered Bridges
  • Explore the architecture of the historic village centers

Local Events: Check the local calendar for events like craft fairs, concerts, or seasonal festivals