Fall Back Who knew a…read morerest area could be a "must-stop" if one ever finds themselves on a roadie to Rangeley, but yet here we are. Rest areas are usually for stretching, picnicking, and pooping (not necessarily in that order fwiw), and while this place certainly allows for all of the above, it's the nature that makes this a top-notch hiking spot, as well. The Good: *Several pit toilets (don't look down) *Picnic tables *Parking lot isn't huge but it's ample enough. *Series of small cascading water falls with trails along the edges and access to the water. I'm honestly not sure how far back the trails go, but by the time I got to the top it looked like you could keep going for a bit. *Great spot for leaf-peeping The Meh: *The road around the lot is gravely, so don't drive too fast or you'll kick up rocks. The Ugly: *Those pit toilets are...0_o *Yelp Mods who can't read a map to save their lives. I've already had them adjust the pin on here several times and they never get it right--there's LITERALLY A PIN on the map that says "Small Falls Rest Area" and they just stick it in arbitrary places. I'm pretty sure they're fucking with me at this point. 0_o Conclusion: If you find yourself in Rangeley Maine or thereabouts, then be sure to add this place to your list of things to see.

This is my 8 year old's favorite hike in town. I highly recommend this for family with young…read morechildren. It was short but fun and is a real life jungle gym. We even came back with bathing suits since my daughter wants to swim in the water. She had such a blast!

Highlights of review: bed sizes not all as advertised, serious plumbing issues, but lovely outdoor…read moreand common spaces and great location. We stayed at the 1785 Inn in North Conway NH in August of 2025. We booked the entire inn for our family reunion. The Inn is quite large and had enough bedrooms for even our large group, which is hard to find. Many but not all of the rooms had private bathrooms. The listing claimed that all the bedrooms on the top floor (rooms 11, 12, 13, 14) had queen beds or a combination of queen and twin beds. The four rooms on that floor all had double sized beds only. We had serious issues with the plumbing. The water in many of the showers would not stay an even temperature, and would go between ice cold and scalding hot regardless of the temperature adjustment on the faucets. This was especially the case in room 11 on the top floor and rooms 9 and 10 on the second floor. More concerning was water dripping from the kitchen ceiling. The ceiling had obviously sustained previous water damage, but when we reported it to the owner we were told that they had no knowledge of previous issues and suggested that it was because people were not putting the shower curtains inside the tubs. We checked all bathrooms and none had water on the floor. The leak continued to worsen over the course of the week, eventually dripping through the light fixture in the ceiling. We asked the owner to come inspect it and a plumber was dispatched. He did not fix it while we were there and also suggested it was due to misuse of shower curtains. We were left to simply turn the light fixture off and keep pots on the floor to collect the dripping water. These (concerning) issues aside, the Inn's gathering spaces inside and out are lovely. The view is amazing, and it sits right next to a scenic view pull off area. The pool had a few cracks in the steps and an unsteady railing but was enjoyable in the August heat. The hot tub worked early in the week but by the end was stuck in sleep mode. There was a great fire pit with plenty of seating. Inside, a beautiful sunroom and dining area lined with tables made large dinner gatherings easy. The pub area was also a hit with our group, and had coolers for beer and wine and a full set of glasses and bar tools behind the bar. The kitchen was set up like a restaurant kitchen, and there were enough dishes/utensils for our very large group. Please note that there is only one dishwasher, and it is actually a restaurant style sanitizer, so we had to hand wash a lot of dishes or do a lot of sanitizing loads. The takeaway: If you do not need to use all the bedrooms, or you do not mind double beds, then the sleeping spaces may be sufficient for your group. The plumbing needs a serious upgrade, but if you are not using all the showers you could find some that are usable.

The restaurant was a beautiful and lovely meal, real maple syrup, home baked goods, fresh…read morepreserves. I enjoyed complimentary breakfast here since I stayed at the Inn. The Inn however was one of the most "adventurous" stays on my trip out to the East side of the country. The bed was horribly uncomfortable and the water temperature was both freezing and scalding at the same time. Children running in the halls at all hours of the day. Dragging luggage up all those stairs. The guests staying on the road side of the Inn said it was pretty noisy. I was in awe of the amazing age of the structure, the view of the valley surrounding the property and the character all around. And the neat bar on the first floor was a taste of New England.

I'm 5'8" and weigh 320, but still made the strenuous hike. Lots of stairs and elevation changes,…read morebut the views and scenery reward you for your efforts. Well worth the 2 hour hike.

Has a cafeteria, a gift shop, bathroom and seats to soak in everything wonderful in the trail.read more

Clean restrooms including one Family restroom. Diaper stations in both mens and ladies. No doors on…read morethe entrances, turn right or left to access one of two rows of stalls just past the sinks. Two water fountains are in this area but no bottle filling station. The outside and inside are designed to resemble a small town. A covered bridge looms overhead by a back entrance. Inside are a few small metal tables and chairs plus a couple 'stand up' to eat tables. Outside is a raised area in front with several metal picnic tables plus two more by outdoor vending machines. Three small parking areas seem to provide just enough space during our lunch time stop. A dog walking area was alongside the highway across from the gas pumps. There are eight pull thru pumps but not really a good stop is you have a long trailer. Cars are parked on the other side of the pumps and a sharp left (u-turn) followed by a right are needed to exit this area from what I can see. I did not see an electric car charge station although there is a air vac machine near the pumps. The inside is absolute chaos. We entered midway in to the building into a maze of free standing displays of things to buy next to tables and chairs. At this entrance, on the left, is a cotton candy making machine where a group was standing watching the fun. A tween was standing between some of the displays blocking traffic. The market is directly to the right. Everyone in the area was trying to find a way around all these obsticles. Loud 70's rock is playing both inside and out which added to the feeling of chaos. You can literally see the stress level go up as people try to navigate the interior. It's probably fine during a less busy time of day. The convenience store 'market' inside includes 'grab & go' foods like premade sandwiches and pizza slices plus sodas, snack foods and souveniers. The aisles are too narrow to pass creating back-ups. The self-serve pizza slice area has no counter to place your box while you get yourself a slice so customers were putting items on top of inventory to free up their hand. Nothing is clearly signed. Half the people were 'just looking' while the other half were trying to find a way around the slow pokes. The only restaurant food here is fast food provided by The Common man. Order and pay at a digital kiosk or stand in line on the right for the cashier. Pick up on the left. They have a seperate bakery/coffee shop and you order for both areas at the kiosks. Food and price are just OK. We received a 'steak bomb' which includes onions & peppers when we ordered a plain steak & cheese which is a different menu item. The brie on my turkey and brie sandwich is cheese sauce, same as used on the steak and cheese. The cold cuts are not quality imho but the honey mustard and bread were good and the lettuce was fresh and plentiful. Everything is packed to eat on site. There are plenty of trash and recycle containers inside and out. Bus your own table/picnic table. Vending machines are available outside in a covered area at the side entrance near the pumps. Handicapped parking is there as well. This entrance is closest to the restrooms. A seperate building near this entrance makes apple cider donuts and smells delicious. The state liquor store is at the opposite end of the building and has it's own entrance.

Kind of jealous we don't have something like this back home. A rest area where you can grab snacks,…read moresouvenirs, donuts, food, liquor, gas, and have a clean restroom. Sign me up. We spent a minute in here just looking around before heading back into Manchester. I also love that both sides have a stop.

Very nice to find this rest area on I-91 southbound, south of where it crosses I-89. Clean…read morerestrooms, easy access, lots of level parking. There are vending machines and restrooms and an area for dog walking. Vermont isn't like New York - there are no signs here prohibiting overnight parking though overnight *camping* is not allowed. Stay in your vehicle and you'll be fine. [Review 1669 of 2024 - 156 in Vermont - 22692 overall]

If you're headed south on I-91, this is a spacious, clean rest stop to use the bathroom or get some…read morecoffee. Green Mountain coffee is available on your honor with a suggested donation of $1. For food there are only vending machines. However when I was here some Boy Scouts were selling hotdogs. PS they are rumored to have free wifi here but I didn't check.

Excellent rest stop in Sharon, VT. Highway signs let us know it's 74 miles to the next restroom,…read moreand as it was lunch time we pulled in for a picnic and walk about. The road in is newly paved and takes you around the back of the building. Big rig parking is by the highway with a pedestrian walkway up to the building. The parking lot is a fair size with no EV charging station (yet) and two handicap spaces. A small pavillion directly across from parking covers three picnic tables. Another 3 are nestled under the trees to the left. Several Adirondack style seats across the lawn overlook the road and view beyond. The grounds are beautifully landscaped. The building is small but contains a lot of tourist information on the walls, brochures to take and a volunteer to help. Hot coffee is available, two drink vending machines and one snack vending machine as well as water fountains. Clean mens/ladies rooms and two family bathrooms are located behind a display wall to the left as you enter the building. An information desk is straight ahead. This facility reclaims it's waste water and the process is open to the public in their Living Machine greenhouse area. It's very tropical with a bounty of lush, warm weather plants. Thankfully, it didn't smell like waste water in there. :) Also on site is a large Veterans Memorial, originally opened in 1982. There are several informational displays around the property regarding VT's military history. The memorial is a lovely, quiet space for reflection. A dog walking area is located on the opposite side of the parking lot with waste bags available for your convenience. Furry family members are not allowed inside the building. A volunteer was monitoring the parking area, keeping it tidy. This is a beautiful rest stop with space for kids to run, picnic areas, seats with a view, a memorial and some waste water science. If all you need is a quick pit stop they got you covered. If you have time to roam, they've got you covered there too.

Continuing my way into Vermont with a quick stop here. They have been extraordinarily clean and…read morehelpful in New England and it's awesome to see. I wish more states understood the importance of rest areas as they do up here. Clean bathrooms. Plenty of parking. Information about local attractions and hotels. Helpful staff. A wifi signal that worked pretty well.

Family friendly. Accesible entrance ramps, lots of accessible parking, bathrooms are clean and…read morestocked. Not all soda fountains were in working order, but we got ice at one place and preferred soda options at another store. There are massage chairs and food options including Duncan Donuts!

Very loud, but clean place. There are a handful of restaurants inside, which is why I stopped here…read more They have a few people walking around making sure the floors are clean, the tables are cleared & that the trashes are not overflowing. My mother said the bathroom was pretty clean, too. Tons of parking available!

Nice clean stop for passing through. Note that Highway Patrol does not allow sleeping in vehicles…read moreat rest stops except for semi-trucks and--where they might have turned a blind eye to this in the past--they've been cracking down lately. I use this rest stop frequently on my commute to/from work and I see law enforcement there all the time. Just this morning there were multiple cop cars with lights and an officer addressing someone whose car appeared to have been there overnight.

The woman behind the desk is an absolute gem. I had some time to speak to her while waiting for my…read morefiancé. She happily and joyfully discussed all the things that the reststop is used for! Including finding Christmas trees or local needs for truckers and passerby's. I hope more people get to speak to this gem of a lady filled with info in and around the freeway she serves! She always greets us with a smile and the bathrooms are always tidy. If you ever stop by, say hi to the woman behind the desk ask her a question about the area, I'm sure youll thank yourself for doing so!

Okay, listen up, road warriors! This Springfield, NH rest area is serving looks. 100 Mbps of FREE…read moreWi-Fi? Yes, queen, for "nhvisitor" (w/o the quotes! My socials are thriving, and my emails are getting answered. The restrooms? Cleaner than my conscience (well, almost). And the views? Absolutely gorgeous. Perfect for a little road trip photoshoot, darling. If you need a pit stop that's actually a glow-up, this is it. Trust me, your inner diva will thank you. Five stars, and a fierce head flip! Oh, and the vending machines are "swipe only" for some unknown reason as they have the correct readers. 4stars for no Pay or whatever you use.

An hour after the last one, I stopped here again for a quick stretch and to check my bearings…read morebefore continuing on to Vermont. Not very large and no real shade for a snooze, but the bathrooms were clean and it was easy to access. If you walk through to the rear of the building, there's a nice view of the valley to the North. What I did like about this rest area in particular was that it was downhill back onto the highway making accelerating back into the flow of traffic a bunch easier.

Beautiful hotel, amazing restaurants (look at these photos) and we loved the nature and the…read moresurroundings. The only thing that was missing was dental floss & toothpicks.

Excellent staff! We had a celebration of life at the hotel and some people stayed at this lovely…read morehotel that was recently updated. Catherine Haynes-Blake helped organized our event and she was outstanding!! Al and Bernie were the staff and they were very helpful, friendly. This was definitely 5 star!