Things To Do

Popular things to do in Stowe include hiking, biking, skiing, snowboarding, scenic drives, visiting waterfalls, exploring the Stowe Recreation Path, riding the Gondola SkyRide, shopping in Stowe Village, touring local breweries and cideries, and discovering the area’s arts and cultural attractions. Activities vary by season, so you can use our Things To Do directory to explore current options.

Yes. We welcome visitors to Stowe throughout all four seasons, with outdoor recreation, dining, shopping, arts, history, wellness experiences, and events available year-round. Winter is known for skiing and snow activities, while summer and fall are popular for hiking, biking, scenic drives, festivals, and foliage. Spring brings maple sugaring, quieter trails, and seasonal recreation.

We offer access to a wide range of family-friendly activities in and around Stowe, including biking on the Stowe Recreation Path, bowling, mini golf, gondola rides, swimming, paddling, easy hikes, museums, seasonal festivals, corn mazes, ice skating, sledding, and snow tubing. Availability and age requirements vary by business and season.

We offer access to hiking, mountain biking, road biking, skiing, snowboarding, Nordic skiing, snowshoeing, fishing, paddling, swimming, golf, climbing, zip lining, snowmobiling, dog sledding, and scenic rides. We recommend checking trail conditions, weather, reservations, and seasonal operating information before heading out.

We recommend several free or low-cost experiences, including walking or biking the Stowe Recreation Path, visiting covered bridges, exploring Stowe Village, viewing waterfalls, browsing art galleries and local shops, attending select community events, and enjoying scenic drives. Parking, admission, equipment rental, or reservations may still be required at certain locations.

We maintain an online Events Calendar featuring community events, live entertainment, festivals, seasonal activities, and signature events. Because dates and schedules can change, we recommend confirming the latest details directly with the event organizer before attending.

We offer access to many winter activities beyond downhill skiing, including snowshoeing, Nordic skiing, ice skating, sleigh rides, dog sledding, snowmobiling, spas, shopping, dining, arts and cultural experiences, and après-ski entertainment. Some activities require advance reservations.

Yes. Our Vacation Planning Experts can provide local recommendations for activities, attractions, dining, shopping, and lodging. You can also use our Stowe Travel Planner and curated trip ideas to build an itinerary around your interests and travel season.