Things To Do In Vermont

While it may be New England's least populated state, there are plenty of things to do in Vermont. Vermont, known as the "Green Mountain State," is one of the most beautiful places to visit as the state possesses beautiful, rolling mountains, a plethora of gorgeous lakes and ponds, and charming rivers and streams. Below are ten things tourist must do when visiting Vermont.

1. Ski One of the best things to do in Vermont during the winter months is to ski. Vermont is home to Killington, the largest and most popular ski resort in the entire east. Vermont also boasts other poplar resorts such as Mount Snow, Stowe, Smuggler's Notch, and Sugar Bush.
2. Hike The Appalachian Trail runs though the state, which makes hiking one of the top things to do in Vermont. Vermont also has an abundance of hills and mountains that offer thousands of hiking trails. 
3. Fish Vermont has plenty of rivers and lakes to fish from. Lake Champlain, the state's largest lake, and the Connecticut River, which borders Vermont and New Hampshire, offer some of the best fishing in New England; which makes fishing one of the most fun things to do when visiting Vermont.
4. Hunt Outdoor enthusiasts come from all over New England to hunt Vermont's deer and foul. Some of the largest deer in New England can be found in Vermont, while Lake Champlain offers some outstanding duck hunting.
5. Visit the Northeast Kingdom A fascinating  plac  for visitors to check out while in Vermont is the Northeast Kingdom. The Northeast Kingdom is made up of a series of small towns located in the Northeast corner of the state, bordering New Hampshire and Canada. The Northeast Kingdom is one New England's most under-appreciated and beautiful areas.
6. Attend the Bridgewater Raft Race Bridgewater, a small town in the central part of the state, is home to one of the most popular races in Vermont. Every year in May, people from all over the state participate in a raft race which takes place down a three mile stretch of the Ottauquechee River. Each contestant's vessel must be homemade, and there are plenty of prizes given out, including best raft.
7. Check out the Covered Bridges For those who enjoy covered bridges, Vermont is the ideal destination. The state has some of the most popular covered bridges in the United States, which makes touring these bridges a popular thing to do when in Vermont.
8. Check out the Foliage Some tourists actually consider foliage to be a fifth season in Vermont. With the combination of the state's hardwood trees and rolling mountains, Vermont offers some of the most spectacular fall colors in the world. 
9. Visit the Breweries One of the most popular things to do in Vermont is  to visit one of the state's fine breweries; two of the most popular being the Long Trail Ale Brewery, which is located in Bridgewater, and Burlington's Magic Hat Brewing Company.
10. Stay at a Bed and Breakfast When discussing things to do in Vermont, it is only fitting to include staying at one of the state's wonderful bed and breakfasts. Nearly every town has a bed and breakfast and they are always full. 

There is plenty more to do while vacationing in Vermont. While Vermont may not be as populated as most states, it still offers plenty of activities and sites for both tourists and locals. So grab some Ben & Jerry's ice cream, break out the Phish CD, pack your finest flannel shirts, and head on up Interstates 89 or 91. You won't be disappointed.