The notebook of Stowe et Smugglers' Notch
Follow the light on the ridges.
Mountain village, spectacular road and trails at the foot of Mount Mansfield.
At your own pace
Identity summary
3 to 6 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Recommended car
Mountain · Forest · Nature · Countryside
Variable accessibility
Modular rhythm
General presentation
Stowe et Smugglers' Notch
Mountain village, spectacular road and trails at the foot of Mount Mansfield.
The discovery of Stowe and Smugglers' Notch is centred around Mount Mansfield, Smugglers' Notch and Stowe Recreation Path. The stay thus alternates between mountain reliefs, forests, natural spaces and the countryside, giving a concrete picture of the destination beyond its only best known site.
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For a stay of 3 to 6 days, it is better to balance visits and travel times. Also to be anticipated: changing weather in altitude. A car is usually the easiest way to connect the different sectors. Accessibility varies from site to site and deserves to be verified step by step.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Mount Mansfield
- Smugglers' Notch
- Stowe Recreation Path
Before you choose
- Car often useful
- Changing weather at altitude
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
Nature and landscape
Mount Mansfield
Mount Mansfield dominates the Green Mountains with a recognizable ridge line, often associated with the silhouette of a lying face. Depending on the access chosen, the climb reveals forests, rocky passages and views towards Stowe, Smugglers & Notch and the valleys of the north of Vermont. The summit attracts both hikers and travelers who come to look for an altitude panorama.
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Smugglers' Notch
Smugglers' Notch is a cut that opens a natural road between peaks, while concentrating forest and marked reliefs. The route makes the relationship between Mount Mansfield Ridge and its surrounding reliefs visible, with changing views depending on the season. It is a landscape crossing more than just a point of view.
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Stowe Recreation Path
The Stowe Recreation Path follows a peaceful path between meadows, woods, covered bridges and views of Mount Mansfield. On foot or by bike, it connects the village to open landscapes without imposing the effort of a mountain hike. The route works well to feel the daily pace of Stowe, between cafes, farms and river.
Practical tips
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More activities
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Burlington et Lake Champlain
Vermont, 🇺🇸 United States of America
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