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    Quechee Gorge State Park

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    Views to the North (on the right side of the bridge of your park at the gift shop)
    Hannah S.

    Beautiful and chaotic is how I'd describe visiting the Gorge. It's definitely a site worth visiting- the gorge is dramatic - it's Vermont's deepest gorge at 165 feet! But it's incredibly popular with locals and tourists alike and bus after bus of visitors came and went during my short time there. To see the gorge from above, the best views are from the bridge by the gift shop (possibly the only views from above). But it's fenced and you can only get clear views from the little holes in the fence they've added - so it's not unobstructed - and this is where it gets crazy crowded. There's also a small trail next to tue gift shop and bridge - it's just over 1/4 mile and takes you to the Quechee Gorge Dam - it has a beautiful waterfall and some nice views - well worth the little walk - but there aren't any gorge views from this trail. It's a well maintained trail, mostly flat apart from some stairs at the entrance and there's some picnic tables and benches along the way. There's a visitor center a short way down from the gift shop with very limited parking but it's walkable from the larger lot at the gift shop. The gift shop has food but it's super crowded. The visitor center also has a small gift shop and info on the area. There appeared to be another trail next to the visitor center that takes you down into the gorge, closer to the bottom, but it was so crowded that I decided to skip it. I visited in early October which is one of the busy seasons - it was so crazy crowded I almost didn't stop but I'm glad I got to see it. It was free to park and walk around.

    Vermont Gorge Quechee

    I don't know if this is the correct place to post this, but we took a walk through the visitor center at the bridge that is under construction in Quechee on Rte 4. It is a very well marked trail down to the bottom of the gorge. It is a steep walk back, so be sure you're up for it before you begin your journey. It took us.

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    Lisa W.

    Something to do when in Vermont. It's a short little hike. We didn't go in time for the fall leaves. Everything was still green and vibrant and beautiful! At the bottom of the gorge, you can go down into the river. The hike is super easy, like a stroll. The welcome center has bathrooms, water for purchase, some maps and touristy things. Good stop in Vermont.

    Bloss C.

    My first visit here was for a week-long stay and I had a great time. This location is a good base from which to explore Vermont, we drove southwest to some cute towns and north to Burlington. Closer to the campground, quechee gorge was a great swimming hole, we went via the visitor's center to have a little easier hike down to the gorge. The Quechee Country store has all the cheddar you need as well as VT craft beer, maple syrup, ect..... I also recommend driving a short distance to the town of Woodstock which is so pretty. In terms of the details of the campground, the rangers are nice and the facilities well maintained and clean. The sites are not very big but definitely enough room for 1 car and 1-2 tents per site. Everyone respects quiet hours and were pretty quiet overall. You can buy wood ($6) and ice ($3 for 10lbs) at the ranger station during the day, but the wood comes loose so it would be good to have a big ikea bag or something to hold the wood in your trunk. Throughout the campsite there are a lot of jack pines which have a lot of sap and can get your gear a little messy. Make sure to bring a brush to clear fallen pine needles. Another nuisance were daddy long legs spiders, there are a million here! Lastly, almost everyone here had a dog with them so if you mind dogs barking or dogs in general, this ain't the campsite for you!

    Tiarra T.

    This place is such a joy to visit. The hike is relatively short and easy but it is uphill when you are returning for 5-10 min. At the bottom, you can get a view of the rocks water, and the bridge. Don't miss out on the cute fall leaves you find in October. When we finished the short hike we walked over to the bridge and took photos from above. If you are ever in Woodstock please add this place to your list. I'm so glad I did. There is also a small information center at the entrance,

    Audrey A.

    Made a pit stop here after leaving Woodstock VT en route to Dartmouth. So glad we did! Decided on doing the short and sweet hike from the visitors center to the bottom of the gorge. Weather was a little sprinkley but it didn't stop us. Highly recommend going to the bottom and then coming back up to the top of the bridge. A few spots of incline, but nothing too crazy. Trail is visible and well kept. Loved walking across the rocks at the bottom.

    Lauren T.

    "Vermont's Little Grand Canyon" isn't anything close to Arizona's Grand Canyon in terms of beauty, but it's a nice 1 ish hour stop, which includes a super small gift shop and restrooms. The hike down and up should take you about 20-25 minutes. It's a relatively slow incline and the path is wide.

    Matt W.

    There isn't much I need to say to convince you to come here. The Niagara Falls of Vermont is what my girlfriend told me this place is called and I believe it! The walk down to the bottom from the visitor center is easy; the walk back up to the visitor center isn't so easy but it's completely worth it and there are benches every 100 feet or so for resting. The view from the bottom is stunning. The whole thing is free too and there's a great gift shop in the visitors center. The center closes at 5pm but the gorge is open until sunset!

    Gerald H.

    Stopped here on our way from New Hampshire to Lake Champlain, and being told it was the Grand Canyon of the east, I was fine with seeing what was cooking. What I liked about this was it was absolutely free. There was no charge to park, no park fee, nothing. We pulled up, walked down the trail, crossed the bridge and took photos, and then even walked to the dam and snapped some photos as well. The air was great there - really crisp and felt good running thru my chest bags. I would recommend stopping here on the way somewhere else - but there's not much other than photos and a walk.

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    Victória E.

    Very nice views and trail. easy to park near and food after as well, Really recommend for a hot afternoon

    Nico Samneil S.

    Offers hiking and has a trail but the view on the bridge itself is already very beautiful. If i didnt busted my knee on basketball. I could have gotten the trail and be on the river itself looking on the bridge.i saw people on both ends

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    Sonya S.

    This place is neat. I was skeptical at first but what makes this gorge way more fun than others I have been to elsewhere is that you can hike down to the inside and hang out on the rocks. The atmosphere down there is very festive, people climbing around carefully as the water slurps past. It's absolutely lovely down there. Might not be a bad idea to pack a lunch so you can stay as long as you want, if that's your thing. Some people had bathing suits although when I was there the weather wasn't my preferred dip-temperature, being a Florida girl... The hike itself isn't too stressful as long as you're in good walking shape.

    David T.

    This will also be a quick review regarding this hike. The trail is very cute. It's not hard. It's a very straight path with a fence on the side so you can hike and not get lost. As you hike, the trees are changing colors which made it pretty. When we got past the green bridge, you can start to see the gorge easier. When we hiked to the bottom, we got some cool pics of the gorge, the water and rocks as well as the green bridge that runs across. We did the tourist thing and took pictures at the bottom as people got in our way. We then hiked to the pond which has a pretty water fall attached to it. It's not a hard trail and meant for more it's beauty then anything else.

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    Easy hike to the gorge... not so easy on the way back up! Lovely wide path for parties. Our family and dog loved it

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    Buttermilk Falls

    4.5(12 reviews)
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    Wow ! What a hidden gem ! We were visiting Ludlow VT and saw this fall . Kids wanted to enjoy…read morewater and this was a perfect choice for us . The water was colddddddddddd though. Ufff . Very cold . The first dip was tough ! Later once you get use of it , it felt a bit better . Pathway was a bit crazy , in some places .it is about a 2 mile walk but we just went not too far : .. the lower and middle falls is also accessible from car parking lots outside . Parking is outside and sometimes you have to park 5-8 mins away from the falls . Not much of restrooms around . Lots of dogs in the water :) It was an amazing tint though ! Loved it . 5 stars !

    As we were staying near Ludlow, I had put this on our schedule as a "check it out whenever time…read morepermits" item. We drove back after visiting some places to the north, and were passing this around 4 p.m. so we checked it out. This was in early October and the sun was just starting to go down. Though it was pre-dusk, it would be better to visit this site in full sunlight. There are 3 separate falls (the creatively named upper, middle, and lower). You access them from the main highway via a side road that starts as paved but soon becomes (good) dirt/gravel. The total length is less than 2 miles. You first get to a wide spot / parking area from which you can access the middle and lower falls. A trail leads down a hill where you must choose which falls to visit. The middle falls is impressive. It is probably the easiest one to access. The area from which you have the best view is a bit rocky, but navigable. It makes for nice photos. The lower falls appeared accessible from a side trail that descended a bit more steeply. You can also see it from above (somewhat) without descending. It appeared smaller and less photogenic than the middle falls. We then drove another 1/4 mile up the road (to its end) to check out the upper falls. There is a sharp short descent from the road to the top of the falls. It appeared to have a fairly large pool at the bottom and a flat dirt/sand area where some people had laid out a blanket for a picnic. The light was fading more so we skipped walking down the relatively gentle slope to check it out further. If you are in the area and have time, this is a nice spot to visit. It is within 3 miles of Ludlow. I cannot comment on what the swimming is like, but I saw references to that online (during summers, I guess).

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    Lost River Gorge

    4.6(91 reviews)
    41.6 mi

    Stumbled across Lost River when planning a trip to NH to see the fall foliage. I absolutely love…read morethe Flume Gorge trail & this one wasnt too far away. I had heard there were gorges & caves to explore different from other trails nearby along with beautiful pines and waterfalls. It exceeded all my expectations! It says this is a 1 mile loop hike but be prepared- I walk a 5k daily & this trail kicked my butt in a good way. It was moderately challenging- I went in the rain so it was a bit cooler too. The best advice I could offer is to take a backpack with snacks, another jacket just in case (although i layered up), pack rain pants to help keep me warm in the rain, and shoes with good traction. And plenty of water. Beanies may also be a good option to keep your head warm from the cold. And a portable battery. Also, if you haven't traveled with a car like me..then the Shuttle Connection is a life saver to travel in town. Way cheaper than Uber and fairly quick to transport you wherever you want to go. Also for travelers go back and forth to other states travel by bus is the perfect and most affordable way to travel. This trail offered amazing views, great photo ops, and plenty of additional trails to explore. They also make sure to keep everything maintained and safe for hikers exploring. Everything is well labeled and easy to follow. They do say and I can attest- travelers who have difficulty walking or have walkers etc..this may not be an ideal trail. Also, for younger children this may not be an kdela hike because of how extensive the elevation is. You are climbing a mountain and waterfall elevation. Make sure to look up details on their trail before you plan a trip. But well worth the hike :)

    Our family loved the gorge and caves. We've been to NH a few times, but our kids are on the younger…read moreside so this was a first for us. The boardwalk is not only a great help to get through the gorge, its craftsmanship is amazing. The hand railings are rounded and smooth, and we were even able to chat with one of the carpenters on our visit as he installed a new section of boardwalk. The caves themselves are not really caves in the traditional sense, rather the negative space between boulders and the earth & other boulders. That didn't detract from their awesomeness as it's amazing to think that these giant boulders were moved by ice. We spent about 2 hours going through the caves and doing the extra loop through the suspension bridge. My boys tried a few caves more than once and even made it through the Lemon Squeeze! The main building looks newer, is very clean and comfortable. There isn't somewhere to sit in the shade, but we weren't there long enough to really miss that's however, if you brought a lunch or had someone in your party who needed to wait this one out, there are some picnic tables surrounding the main building.

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    Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park

    Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park

    4.4(28 reviews)
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    Last weekend, my wife and I were thrilled to discover that Vermont is home to its very own National…read morePark and it's located right here in Woodstock! As longtime supporters of National Parks, we couldn't wait to experience it for ourselves. Entry to the park is free, though ranger-led tours of the mansion run about $9 per adult. The park's history is absolutely fascinating. It preserves the boyhood home of George Perkins Marsh, a pioneering environmental thinker whose book Man and Nature laid the foundation for conservation in the U.S. Another interesting fact: the park includes the oldest continuously managed scientific forest in the country, originally reforested by Frederick Billings as a model of sustainable forestry. We opted for a ranger-led mansion tour (worth every penny), which brought the estate's legacy of stewardship to life through beautifully preserved furnishings, art, and stories of the Marsh, Billings, and Rockefeller families. After the tour, our ranger highly recommended a scenic trail hike. It was an easy, peaceful walk that led us to a lovely lake loop - perfect for stretching our legs and soaking in nature. The trail meandered beneath shady trees and felt like a serene escape from the world. All in all, if you're curious about conservation history or just looking for a peaceful, enriching outing in woodland surroundings, this park is a gem. The blend of free admission, affordable ranger tours, compelling legacy, and gentle trails make it a memorable and meaningful stop in Woodstock.

    Took the self guided tour. The mansion were beautiful. Definitely worth checking out. There is also…read morea walking trail inside.

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    Clark Lookout Trail

    5.0(2 reviews)
    26.4 mi

    The views at the top of this short walk are amazing. It's a relaxing walk from the trailhead and…read moreonly .8 miles round trip. Great photo opportunities and it's a good place to walk your dog. There is small chestnut tree restoration farm along the way as well as a stone wall that lines the trail. Well worth a visit to see the beautiful vista at the end of this short and easy trail.

    The Kearsarge/Lake Sunapee area is post-card beautiful, and residents and visitors enjoy the active…read morelifestyle and the plethora of things to do. One of the many four-season things available is hiking. And a gem in the hiking category is the Davis Hill and Clark Lookout Trail. The first thing is that almost anyone can negotiate the trail. It is only 0.7 miles long out and back in its totality. But still, visitors should plan an hour. That's because the Clark Lookout Trail provides a spectacular, I mean, write home to mom kind of beautiful, view of Lake Sunapee and Mount Sunapee. A camera or a good quality smartphone is a must, as the views here are amazing. The Clark Lookout property cuts through a neighborhood of million-dollar homes and was made available to the residents through the generosity of Sydney L. Crook and Mary D. Haddad, who donated land and funding to the town of New London for conservation and recreation use. The trail is managed by the New London Conservation Commission. Much of the land and its conservation easements are held by the area's prime land conservation organization, the Ausbon Sargent Land Preservation Trust. For a family traveling on the Interstate that wishes to have a nice break, this spot is optimum. It is also a must for anyone visiting for the first time, as you will fall in love with the area on the spot. The trail is also amazingly dog friendly (on a leash) and poopy bag dispensers are available indifferent places. The Clark Lookout Trail starts on Rt 103-A, across from the Park and Ride lot near Exit 12 on Rte. 89. From that point, the trail climbs only 100 feet. From the Conservation Commission's description, "heading up the trail, the first point of interest is the trail kiosk, which has information about the history of the trail and includes a bulletin board where notices and information are posted. Near it is the libary box, where hikkers can borrow or lend books when they visit. Turn left at the kiosk to continue up the trail. Further on is the four corner road intersection (turn right) which is the last turn before proceeding to the lookout summit". Once on top, a majestic view of Lake Sunapee, Lake Sunapee and the surrounding area greets the visitor. During the Covid-19 pandemic, Clark Lookout is one of these places where you can see the beauty of nature and feel optimistic again.

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