Summer Fun

Looking for ways to stay cool or enjoy the vibrancy of summer? Explore unique summer destinations from berry picking farms to secret swimming holes! Plan a family bike tour of playgrounds along Lake Champlain or sample the best creemee stands across the state. There is so much to do in summer in Vermont.

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Adam's Berry Farm (Organic)

Organically Grown Pick your own: Strawberries farm stand onlyBlueberries late mid-July to late AugustRaspberries late August to frost Check the picking schedule here before you go. They have a sand box and other kid distractions.Feel free to come and…

Airport Park

This 64.5 acre park includes a 1.3 mile gravel jogging and/or cross-country skiing trail, fully equipped restrooms, picnic areas, a pavilion, a playground, 4 ball fields, 2 soccer fields, 2 sand volleyball courts, 6 horseshoe pits, 2 tennis courts, 1…

Al's French Frys

For more than 60 years, Al's French Frys has been a kid (and adult) favorite for burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, wraps, shakes and of course frys. The 50's style restaurant offers patrons an efficient ordering process to prepare and deliver your food.…

Alburg Dunes State Park

Alburg Dunes State Park is a 625-acre property named for the sand dunes near the center and western end of the south-facing natural sand beach. This beach is amongst the longest beaches on Lake Champlain. The wetland behind the beach includes the largest…

Allenholm Farm

Allenholm Farm is a seven generation Vermont apple orchard on an island in Lake Champlain! They grow 25 acres of apples. In the summer they harvest raspberries, blueberries, and tart cherries, which can be found at our farm stand. Fall brings apple harvest…

April's Maple

April’s Maple is nestled deep in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont on 800 beautiful acres of land that has been in this family for generations. They are open six days a week and offer free tours of they sugarhouse, as well as a maple syrup tasting as a…

Archie's Grill

This family run business on Rte 7 in Shelburne has "40 seats and no wait service, and we try to get you your food inside of 10 minutes from the time you order."  Their motto is a Fresh Approach to Fast Food. Archie's serves up soups, salads, hot dogs,…

Ausable Chasm

The Ausable Chasm, one of the oldests natural attractions in the US, is a unqiue and fun geological adventure for the entire family.Some of the highlights include: Walking - there are up to 3 miles of well-maintained, self-guided walking trails with interpretive…

Barre Municipal Pool

Cool off at the Barre pool.  Location: The City of Barre Municipal Swimming Pool is located at 59 Parkside Terrace, Barre, VT 05641. The pool is adjacent to Playground 2000 and is near entry points to the Barre City Bike Path. Contact: Please call the…

Beansie's Bus

Beansie's, a retrofitted yellow school bus parked and open seasonally at the edge of Battery Park in the Old North End. A Burlington establishment, it has been serving Michigan hot dogs, burgers, fries, and creemees out its side window since 1944. 

Big Deer State Park

Big Deer State Park is part of the network of state parks in Groton State Forest. Because of this, Big Deer is in proximity to many great amenities, while providing a quieter place to camp. Park Amenities: 23 tent/trailer sites 5 lean-tos access to the…

Bingham Falls - Stowe, VT

Bingham Falls is located next to Route 108 between Stowe and Smugglers Notch. You will find a turnout to park. From there it is a short hike on a well-traveled trail to the falls. At the falls, you will find a beautiful swimming hole to jump in or other…

Bolton Potholes

Bolton Potholesis a popular spot made up of 5 waterfalls that each create their own pool of water. The last one also has a rocky beach. As one of the closest swimming holes to Burlington, it can be very popular on warm summer days. Head upstream to get…

Bomoseen State Park

Bomoseen State Park is a 3,576-acre park located in the Taconic Mountains on the shores of Lake Bomoseen, the largest lake entirely within Vermont’s borders. First opened to the public in 1960, the park boundaries encompass more than 2,000 acres surrounding…

Boulder Beach State Park

Boulder Beach is part of the network of state parks in the Groton State Forest. Because of this, Boulder Beach is in proximity to other park amenities and great camping. Park Amenities: 75 shaded picnic sites with tables and hibachis beach swimming cartop…

Bragg Farm Sugarhouse

Enjoy free guided tours, tastings, and a walk in the maple woods. Scenic views with a covered bridge nearby. Maple syrup taste testingMaple walking trailGift shop Mountain views and a covered bridge nearbyLarge collection of old sugar-making tools Ice…

Branbury State Park

This 69-acre park is located on the eastern sore of Lake Dunmore. There are 7 lean-to and 17 tent sites for camping. There is 1000 feet of natural sandy beach which make it great for swimming, boating and fishing (Canoe, kayak, rowboat, and pedal boat…

Brewster Gorge

To see a Google Map location, click here.

Brighton State Park

Brighton State Park lies a beautiful remote location surrounded by mountains with tree-covered slopes, fast running streams, and clear lakes, perfectly suited to the angler, the hunter, or the outdoor lover. The campground sits on the mostly undeveloped…

Bristol Falls and Circle Current Swimming Hole

Located alongside Lincoln Road for convenient parking, Bristol Falls starts with a waterfall that leads into a small canyon of slow moving water. Though the rocks can be slippery, you can swim to the far side and walk along the rock edge back to the waterfall…

Bristol Recreation Department

The Bristol Recreation Department is committed to offering life long learning opportunities through a wide range of quality recreational and performing arts activities to people of all ages. They offer programs such as: Hub Summer Camps: Wheels & TeensVacation…

Broad Acres Creeemee Stand

Snack stand serving creemees and hard ice cream, milk shakes, sundaes, frozen flurries, and banana splits as well. Burgers, chili dogs, Philly cheese steaks, fried fish baskets, waffle fries and chicken wings too.   Hours Noon - 9pm Open seasonally from…

Bromley Mountain

Winter Fun at Bromley - The Mountain is home to forty seven trails on three hundred acres with a crowd-pleasing variety of skiing terrain for all levels of ability. Terrain difficulty is pretty evenly divided, with 35% beginner, 34% intermediate and 31%…

Brown's Beautiful Blueberries

Brown's is located in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. They are about 45 minutes from Stowe and 90 minutes from Burlington. Brown's is a picturesque 39-acre farm. Approximately 5 acres are planted with mature blueberry bushes on a southern-facing hill…

Burlington Bay Market & Cafe

A deli-style resturant offering sandwiches, salads, soups and fresh seafood. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. There is also a creemee stand and outdoor seating.

Burlington Tennis Club

Burlington Tennis Club is the quintessential family summer club experience. They are a member-owned, not-for-profit swim and tennis club hidden in South Burlington right next to the UVM athletic facilities.  Their season typically runs from mid-May to…

Burton Island State Park

Burton Island is a 253-acre park off the southwestern tip of St. Albans Point in Lake Champlain’s 'Inland Sea'. The park is accessible only by boat, with the state’s passenger ferry making the 10-minute trip from Kill Kare State Park. Park Amenities:…

Button Bay State Park

This 253-acre park, is located on a bluff in Ferrisburgh along the 130-mile long Lake Champlain. Park Amenities: Camping area is generally an open, grassy area overlooking Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains to the west.  73 camp sites…

C Village Store

A family run store in Craftsbury, Vermont that has all the essentials you may need including a full service deli, beer, soda, wine, grocery items, propane, movies rentals, and creemees!

Cabot Smith Farm

U-Pick Strawberries in Cabot Vermont. U-Pick Strawberries 9 am-5 pm Friday-Sunday. To avoid disappointment, they strongly recommend checking this page or calling ahead if you plan to pick late in the day.  

Cady Falls Swimming Hole

To see a Google Map location, click here.  

Canteen Creemee Company

This snack stand in Waitsfield is known fo their amazing, and interesting creemees. You never know what unusal flavor is on tap like baisil, honey-lemon, blueberry, vanilla bean, cherry cheese cake and more. But you cannot go wrong with their Bad Larry…

Cedar Circle Farm

Certified organic vegetable and berry farm located on land conserved by the Vermont Land Trust. In addition to 40 acres of cropland, 6 greenhouses, and 5 hoop houses, they also house a farmstand, coffee shop, and a licensed commercial kitchen. They are…

Champ's Legendary Creemees

Stop by Champ’s Creemee Stand the next time you are at ECHO for locally-produced, refreshing treats on the waterfront. Flavors include chocolate, vanilla, maple, and more! Drinks and non-dairy sorbet 802 Bars will also be offered. All proceeds go to supporting…

Champlain Orchards

Champlain Orchards features over 220 acres of fruit trees that includes over 115 varieties of apples. Located in Addison County, the orchard harvests over 100,000 bushels of ecologically grown apples in a season. Champlain Orchards also produces hard…

Chandler Pond Farm (Organic)

Chandler Pond Farm has been a landmark in Wheelock, Vermont for decades, boasting a beautiful and productive agricultural landscape with breathtaking views.Strawberries - When in season, their organically raised strawberries are available pre-picked in…

Chef's Corner Café & Bakery

Open seven days a week for breakfast and lunch, Chef's Corner Cafe Bakery offers a wide selection of cakes, pastries, breads, sandwiches, deli salads, and creemees.

Church Street Marketplace

Burlington, Vermont's award-winning pedestrian mall is home to 100+ stores and restaurants, year-round events, entertainment, and more!

Clearwater Sports

Central Vermont’s four-season source for outdoor clothing, gear and guided adventures. Enjoy canoeing and kayaking, stand up paddleboarding or tubing the Mad River and surrounding lakes in the summer. Or packpacking and hiking in the summer and fall,…

Colchester Parks & Recreation Department

Colchester Parks & Recreation offers many youth programs, summer camps, special events for families and more.Camps: Full Day Camps beginning at age 4 every week, plus athletic camps, art camps, and more! View the 2024 summer brochure here, and register here.  …

Community Sailing Center

The Community Sailing Center is a vital hub on the shores of Lake Champlain where community members and visitors of Burlington, Vermont gather to play on the lake together through lessons, camps and other programming. They’ve got something here for everyone…

Covered Bridge Blueberry Farm

Cross thei covered bridge to a field of 2,300 mature blueberry bushes of four varieties. Pick your own or purchase pints at our farm stand! No pets or restrooms. 

Crystal Lake State Park

Crystal Lake is approximately three miles long and about one mile in width. In some places it is known to be more than 100 feet deep. It is a glacial lake beautifully situated among roughhewn mountain sides. Park Amenities: beach swimming concession stand…

D.A.R. State Park

With its picturesque setting on the shores of Lake Champlain, the park provides an ideal setting for anyone seeking a relaxing day visit or an overnight respite. A quiet park, it is popular for its large, open campground, grassy picnic areas and stone…

Dairy Creme

Cup, cone or a dish, with over 33 flavors and plenty of toppings to choose from, you are sure to find one that pleases everyone in your family.  They also have Non dairy and no-sugar added creemees.

Devyn's Restaurant Creemee Stand

A perfect pit-stop along the Missisquoi Valley Trail.  They have hard and soft ice cream, milkshakes, banana splits, every sundae you could imagine,and come inside to check out their goodies.  

Dog River Swimming Hole

To see a Google Map location, click here.

Dorset Swimming Hole

Formerly a marble quarry, this swimming hole located on Route 30 on the right as you are going into Dorset at the intersection with Kelly Road. It has lots of cliffs and is well known by the locals.  

Duke's Creemees

Boasting 130 flavors, this creemee stand has it all. Stop by in season for a treat. Hours are available on Facebook. They have lots of toppings too. Typically closes for the the season the last day weekend of September.

Dwight Miller Orchards

Now open for pick-your-own apples! Organically grown here in Vermont. When possible, they offer pick-your-own certified organic apples, peaches, and blueberries as well as already-picked fruit for sale. Their Vermont maple syrup is available at the farm,…

Elm Street Recreation Area

The Elm Street Recreation Area has all kinds of activities available. In addition to the swimming pool, there are also 4 tennis courts, 4 baseball diamonds (2 softball/farm league, 1 babe ruth, and 1 little league), outdoor basketball courts, a skateboard…

Elmore State Park

The park had its beginning in 1936 when the town of Elmore and local citizens made a gift of 30 acres on Lake Elmore to the state of Vermont. With modest means, a picnic and beach area were created. Today, with more than 700 acres, Elmore State Park has…

Emerald Lake State Park

Emerald Lake State Park is popular for its wooded hillside campground, beach and swimming area, and nearby attractions and tourist destinations. The park surrounds 20-acre Emerald Lake, named for its emerald green color. Restricted to non-motorized watercraft,…

Essex Junction Recreation and Parks Camps

Essex Junction Recreation and Parks offers a variety of summer camps for kids that include swimming, sports, art, field trips, and so much more. Sports camps include mountain biking, tennis, yoga, archery, soccer, volleyball, baseball, basketball, track…

Falls of Lana

To view location on Google Maps, click here.

Family Swim @ Greater Burlington YMCA

Family Swim is a benefit of Family Membership. This helps keep the numbers in the program pool lower for a better experience overall. Check the pool schedule for open swim times and to reserve your spot. It is online or you can call (802) 862-9622.  

Fosters Swimming Hole

Foster's Swimming hole is a rocky stream with deep pool for swimming. Lots of big rocks to sit on and shallow places for smaller children to play. It is a short walk down from the road. To see a Google Map location, click here. Swim at your own risk.  

Free Library Day Passes to Vermont State Parks

Vermont public libraries are now circulating free day-use passes to Vermont State Parks. Under "Check Out the Parks", each public library has been given a one day pass that can be checked out for free admission to a state park. The passes are good at…

Full Belly Farm

Strawberry picking is open for the 2024 season!  Offering pick your own strawberries, blueberries & raspberries all summer long. The farm stand is always stocked with delicious produce, fresh from our fields, plus our favorite Vermont products. And they…

Gagne Maple

Gange Maple has been creating Maple Syrup in Northern Vermont for 5 generations. They are a family run organic operation. In addition to producing syrup, they have a creemee stand. Try the Maple Overload Sundae!

Georgia Farmhouse

The Georgia Farmhouse serves creemes, pizza, sandwiches, fries, etc.  A good place to stop in the summer.

Gold Brook Swimming Hole

Under the bridge on Gold Brook Road right before the intersection of Gold Brook Circle, this small but interesting swimming hole is easily accessible off Route 100/Waterbury Road. Legend has it that you can pan for gold, but you will have to climb down…

Goodie's Snack Bar

Located acrosss the street from the Addison General Store, you will find Goodie's. Pop in here for burgers, fries and creemees.

Granby Zoo

The zoo has a collection of over 1,000 animals from some 200 species.Water Park - Amazoo Yoplait Water Park that includes a wave pool, lazy river for tubing, and water game basin.Rides Park - free activities such as jungle ball training camp, bumper cars,…

Grand Isle State Park

Located on South Hero Island in Lake Champlain, the Island is known as Grand Isle. Opened in 1959, it is the most-visited campground in the state park system. With 4,150 feet of Lake Champlain shoreline, Grand Isle is popular with many destination campers…

Great Eddy Bridge Swimming Hole

The Great Eddy Covered Bridge over the Mad River is a popular, small swimming hole in Waitsfield Village with a rocky beach stretching out from the edge. You will find a deep pool located right below the bridge. Bridge abutments allow for leaping into…

Green Mountain Orchards

The Darrow family has been growing apples since 1914. They offer already picked or pick your own apples, blueberries, peaches, pumpkins, and more. In the fall they have wagon rides. And year round by appointment they offer sleigh or wagon rides.  During…

Green River Reservoir

Green River Reservoir became a state park in March 1999 when 5110 acres were purchased from the Morrisville Water and Light Department. The park will remain in its wild and undeveloped condition, with low-impact, compatible recreational use allowed on…

Hackett's Orchard

Hackett's Orchard is a fun stop in the summer and especially in the fall. They have a farm stand with Vermont specialty foods and produce from their gardens. Get there early in the morning for fresh cider donuts. Their home made apple pies are the BEST.…

Half Moon State Park

Nestled away in the forests of 3,500-acre Bomoseen State Park sits the quiet camping area comprising Half Moon Pond State Park. Set in the dense woods of a small, sheltered basin, the park surrounds Half Moon Pond. Park Amenities: 52 tent sites 5 cabins…

Hard'ack Recreation Area & Pool

A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Charitable Organization, Hard'ack's mission is to provide recreation to Franklin county residents.  The large, state-of-the-art swimming pool is open to the sky in the summer and in the winter, it’s covered by an inflatable dome. During…

Hardwick House of Pizza

Local pizza joint that also serves calzones, burgers and sandwiches. In the warmer months you will also find their creemee stand open.

Hathaway Farm & Corn Maze

Hours and Dates of OperationsHathaway Farm & Corn Maze opens the last weekend in July & runs through the last weekend in October. Open 6 days a week, Closed on Tuesdays & in inclement weather. Hours 10am-5pm & on Saturdays open until 9pm. for admission…

Hero's Welcome General Store

The Hero's Welcome General Store is located in a century-old building on the shore of Lake Champlain. The main store is housed in the original structure, but the property now includes several buildings; including a bakery, cafe, marina, boat landing,…

Hoolie Flats Farm

Vermont's Largest Flower Maze

Hoss's Dogg House

Hoss's Dogg House is a local, family owned and operated business that uses several locally made products as well as many other items grown and made in New England.This Snack Bar is a local favorite known for our delicious, oversized creemees, freshly…

Ice Cream Bob's

Located right on the Burlington Bike Path, across the street from ECHO, you will find this little snack stand. The have hot dogs, nachos, Ben & Jerry's peace pops, slushies, milk shakes, sundaes and creemes! Creeme Flavors: Maple, Raspberry, Vanilla…

Ice Cream Window @ Lake Champlain Chocolates

Lake Champlain Chocolates has ice cream! Stop by for cones, cups, milkshakes, or Champwiches. They even have non-dairy mango sorbet and chocolate. It is open until 9pm Friday- Saturday, 6pm Sunday - Thursday.

International Sailing School & Club

Located on the shores of Mallets Bay, the ISSC is a family-friendly place to learn and enjoy sailing. Some of ISSC's attributes include: Personalized attention...less students per boat.On-board instruction...less classroom time.Convenient sailing locations...no…

Isham Family Farm

The Isham Family Farm has been in the family for 5 generations. They are very community-minded and are always creating ways to include others with their farm and land. In the spring time, they produce Maple Syrup and host an Open House each year in their…

Island Blueberries

Pick-your-own Blueberries on Grand Isle. Pints and quarts available.

Jamaica State Park

Jamaica State Park is located on a bend of the West River about one-half mile from the center of the town of Jamaica. This park is 772 acres. The West River is a favorite spot for many fishermen. The area at Salmon Hole is now used as a swimming area.…

Jeff Falls

To see a Google map location, click here.   

Jericho Center Country Store

A country store founded in 1807. Offers many staples including Maple Creemees, Sandwiches and Pizza by the slice.

Joe's Snack Bar

Burgers & Fries. Creemees, too.  Picnic tables with umbrellas to eat at. Adjacent to the Old Mill Park. You can phone in your order for pick up. No Pets please. Open April-October.  

Johnson Swimming Hole

Swimming hole in Lamiolle River just north of Johnson on RT 100C. To see a Google map location, click here.  

Kate's Food Truck

Permanant food truck with outdoor picnic table seating and umbrellas. They have a large menu of burgers, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, veggie burgers and various types of handcut specialty french fries. Kate's has milkshakes, smoothies and creemees as…

Kellee's Creemee & Grill

Year Round Creemees at Waterbury's South Main Sunoco

Kettle Pond State Park

Kettle Pond State Park's campground is located on the shores of Kettle Pond, an undeveloped pond. There are 26 lean-to's arranged into five separate groups designed to accommodate a variety of different group sizes. Park Amenities: group camping 6 leantos…

Kill Kare State Park

Kill Kare State Park is named for Kill Kare, a summer camp for boys, which operated on this site for some fifty years through the mid-1900s. Kill Kare is surrounded on three sides by the sparkling water of Lake Champlain. In the 1840s, the property was…

Killington Resort

Killington Resort is a four-season destination sitting on 3,000 acres in the heart of Central Vermont’s Green Mountains. The Beast of the East boasts 92 miles of diverse snow sports terrain spread across six peaks, including Pico Mountain, served by the…

Kingsland Bay State Park

Kingsland Bay State Park is one of Vermont's newest parks and at present has limited services. Much of the 264 acres, along the shores of Lake Champlain, remains as a natural area. There are several buildings available for large group gatherings including…

Knight Island State Park

Knight Island, acquired by the State in 1990. This 185-acre island is a mile long and nearly a half mile wide. The park includes all but 10+ acres of private land on the island's southern tip. When on Knight Island, please respect the rights of the park…

Knight Point State Park

Knight Point on North Hero Island opened as a state park in 1978, but its history goes back much further. John Knight, the Point's first resident, began ferry service between the islands in 1785. His family operated a ferry until the first bridge opened…

Knoll Farm - U Pick Blueberries (Organic)

Knoll Farm offers pick-your-own organic blueberries from mid July through August.  During picking season they are open everyday from 8:00 - 6:00pm.  They are located 1/2 mile from the village of Waitsfield.

Lake Carmi State Park

With a 1375-acre surface area, Carmi is the fourth largest natural lake entirely within Vermont. It is 7.5 miles around, averaging about 20 feet in depth, and is 33 feet at its deepest point. The lake supports northern pike, walleyes, and other warm water…

Lake Iroquois

Lake Iroquois is a man-made lake that was created in 1867 and now managed by the Lake Iroquois Recreational District representing the four towns of Williston, Richmond, Hinesburg and St. George. Amenities include a beach, snack bar (June - August), restrooms,…

Lake Saint Catherine State Park

The park, which consists of 117 acres, first opened as a small picnic and swimming area in 1953. The area is known for its past slate quarrying operations, with remains of slate mills, quarries, and rubble piles still visible. The park itself was once…

Landry Park

Located off Pine Street in Winooski, this park has summer and winter amentities. Winter amentities include outdoor skating rink and a sledding hill that is not too steep but fairly long. Summer include skate park, municipal pool, community gardens, playground,…

Lanzer's Fruit Farm (Organic)

Lanzer's Fruit Farm is a small berry farm in the N.E.K specializing in Black Currants. 45+ different varieties including 4 from the late Lewis Hill.The Rules: Please do not bring your animals. Have have free range birds and our own petsYou are welcome…

Lareau Swimming Hole

Located off Route 100 across from Lareau Farm Inn, this swimming hole offers a little something for everyone. Shallow waters near the shore are great for little ones learning how to tread water, while directly across the river, rocks provide a seven-foot-tall…

Leddy Park

Located in Burlington's New North End, on Leddy Park Road, just off of North Avenue, Leddy Park is Burlington's largest park, with four lighted tennis courts, five soccer/ball fields (one with lights), a basketball court, open-air squash/racquetball court,…

LegenDairy Maple & Ice Cream

LegenDairy Maple & Ice Cream has been a family owned business for 21 years. They offer a vast selection of frozen dairy treats and Vermont made maple syrup. They give generous serving sizes and offer great service. They are located next to Pump N' Pantry…

Little Gordo Creemee Stand

They serve scratch-made creemees, ice cream, and more. Sample flavors: Maple  Coffee Honey Strawberry Matcha Horchata Peach   

Little River State Park

Enjoy swimming beaches, play areas, boat rentals and a launch, and miles of hiking and mountain bike trails in the adjacent Mt. Mansfield State Forest. Self-guided history and nature trails are located close to the camping area.Park Amenities:73 Campsites20…

Lu Lu

Handmade, french custard style ice cream that is made in small batches.  Their flavors rotate daily and they use fresh, local Vermont ingredients to create their ice cream.   Note: Cash Only 

Mad River Greenway Swimming Hole

Head down the bank and on to the pebbly beach. There you can wade into the cool, flowing Mad River. There are rocks that form a gentle “rapid” to play in. Good for kids as well as the family dog!  GPS Coordinates here.  44.1900396, -72.8246337 

Mad Tom Orchard

This PYO Orchard offers Ginger Gold, Zestar, Sansa, McIntosh, Gala, Honeycrisp and Cortland apples.  They also have raspberries.  Be sure to check the website for picking conditions and hours before you plan your visit.  Directions:They are located on…

Maidstone State Park

Maidstone is the most remote of Vermont's state parks and still retains much of the wilderness character associated with the Northeast Kingdom. Maidstone Lake was created when glacial ice carved out a deep basin in a preexisting valley. When the last…

Maple City Candy & Ice Cream Stand

100% pure Vermont maple syrup, maple candy, maple popcorn, maple sugar, homemade fudge, gift baskets, apparel, souvenirs, and more!    Candy Store and Gift Shop open Mon-Sat: 9-5Ice Cream Take Out Window: Creemees open every day at Noon [Check their facebook page…

Maple Street Park & Pool

MAPLE STREET PARK A large park with lots of things to do. Tall shady trees and a pool make it even enjoyable on warm sunny days. Park Features: 38 acres of park land Recreation center 2 swimming pools Concession stands 4 pavilions …

Middlebury Town Pool

The Middlebury town pool is located at Middlebury Recreation Park.  Families can enter daily or purchase a season pass. Non-residents can join as well. They also offer various levels of swim lessons throughout the season. 

Milkhouse Ice Cream

Serving the best Ice Cream! Over 26 flavors of Giffords hard ice cream, creemees, shakes, sundaes, banana splits, floats, moo mixers and more.

Moretown Gorge

To see a Google map of this location, click here.

Morse Farm Sugar Works

Maple Sugaring farm with lots of land to trek and maple themed products and tours. Creemees and Maple Kettle Corn are just some of the featured delights. Sugar on snow is also a big event during the winter (available upstairs on the glassed-in deck Saturdays…

Morse Hillside Farm

This farm offers pick-your-own blueberreies and raspberries. They specialize in raspberry products, honey, and maple syrup. Their U-Pick berry hours are weather dependent, so please call ahead to confirm.

Moss Glen Falls

A tight, windy walk of about 300 feet on a trail leads you to the bottom of Moss Glen Falls. There are some small pools but the real attraction is the ~80 foot waterfall. Climb up the hill to view.

Mount Abraham Pool

Indoor pool with 5 lanes, 25 yards long, located within Mount Abraham High School.  There are locker rooms and showers. Call or check web site for Open Swim Wednesday nights.

Mountain View Snack Bar

This is a classic roadside snack bar.  They serve burgers, sandwiches and the essential creemee!

Myers Memorial Pool

Located in the heart of Winooski, the Myers Memorial Pool has been a place of recreation and growth for community members since 1975. The Myers Memorial Pool was originally opened in the mid 70’s to provide a low-cost recreation option during the summer…

Natural Area at Shelburne Pond

This is an easy-to-hike, one-mile trail loop maintained by the University of Vermont. Visitors can also explore the shoreline of Shelburne Pond in a canoe or kayak. The state-owned fishing access to the pond is located about one mile west of the intersection…

Niquette Bay State Park

This 553-acre park began with an initial land purchase by the State of Vermont in 1975. It is named for Niquette Bay, the local name for an indentation along the northeastern shore of Lake Champlain’s larger Malletts Bay. 4700 feet of scenic rocky and…

North Beach

North Beach is located on the shore of Lake Champlain next to the Burlington Bike Path. Amenities include a large sandy beach, grassy picnic area with grills and picnic tables, a full service snack bar open daily 11am-6pm, rest rooms and foot showers.…

North Hero State Park

We refer to this as a remote camping area because of the reduced services, facilities and staff on hand at the park. The ranger station is open on a reduced-hours schedule, although there is resident staff in the park around the clock. The fee schedule…

North Hollow Blueberry Farm

North Hollow Berry Farm is a new family affair for the Sedutto and Komer family, who are putting new energy into this family-friendly blueberry farm, including a new name and a whole host of updates in advance of the upcoming blueberry season!Tucked away…

Oakledge Park

Located at the end of Flynn Avenue, Oakledge park has over 2400 foot of waterfront. Facilities include: swimming beach with rocky shore (no lifeguard)playgroundtennis courtssoftball fieldsvollyball courtswalking trailspicnic shelters/picnic tables/grillsthe…

Offbeat Creemee

Plant based ice cream and creemee Stand located at the Myers Memorial Pool.  All menu items are plant based including all toppings, floats and ‘milk’shakes. All ice cream, creemees and toppings are made in-house except cones, cookie crumbs and sprinkles. They…

Okemo Mountain Resort

Okemo Mountain Resort is conveniently located in south-central Vermont, above the village of Ludlow, just off Vermont Routes 103 and 100.Okemo Mountain Resort is the big mountain that gets the little things right. Rising above the village of Ludlow, in…

Owl's Head Blueberry Farm

Pick your own blueberries. Check the current picking conditions before you go. Pack a picnic dinner and listen to Music while you pick on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. There is anything from traditional bagpipes to jazz to rock and roll.  

Paddlesurf Champlain

Stand Up Paddleboarding in Vermont - offering lessons and guided tours, short- and long-term rentals, and affordable boards and paddles from their summer locations at Oakledge Park and North Beach.OAKLEDGE PARK HOURS: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Friday10 a.m.-7…

Palmer Lane Maple

Enjoy delicious maple creemees, maple sundaes and even top it off with maple sprinkles.  Check here for the flavors of the week. They have gluten free cones and flavors. Of course, they sell maple syrup, maple cotton candy, and many other maple goodies.…

Papa Nick's Family Restaurant

A family-owned restaurant located in the heart of Hinesburg village serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Inviting atmosphere with lots of booths for dining. In the spring and summer they serve creemees as well. Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 6:00am…

Paul Mazza's U-Pick Strawberries, Blueberries & Rasberries

Pick your own:Strawberries Mid June for approximate 3 weeksBlueberries Mid July for 4 weeksRasberries Mid July - end of October

Pico Mountain

With all the charm of classic Vermont and all the challenge of the best of New England skiing, Pico Mountain welcomes fans old and new, time and again. A family-loving resort, Pico’s Planet Kids keeps the smallest skiers entertained, while 52 trails,…

Powers Park

Powers Park is the public pool, tennis courts, and park serving the greater Lyndonville, VT area. They offer swim lesson, tennis lessons and several other programs.

Quarry Hill Club

The Quarry Hill Club is a seasonal tennis and pool club. They are able to host kids birthday parties and family events. Family pool memberships are available. The Quarry Hill Club features: Clubhouse/Lounge & Banquet Room, Covered deck, 2 Swimming pools,…

Red Hen Baking Co. Cafe

Breads, Pastries, Soup, Sandwiches, Coffee, Expresso served 7am - 3pm and Creemees 11am - 6pm!. They have a toy area for kids and pizza on the Green in Middlesex on Friday nights.

Ricker Pond State Park

Ricker Pond State Park is located on the western shores of Ricker Pond and adjacent to the Montpelier-Wells Rail Trail (Cross Vermont Trail) in the Groton Forest. Groton State Forest, with over 26,000 acres, is the second largest landholding administered…

River Berry Farm (Organic)

An organic vegetable and small-fruit family farm located on the Lamoille River in Fairfax. Organic strawberries are available as pick-your-own and pre-picked starting about the third week in June through the first week in July. Organic raspberries summer…

Riverside Park Swimming Hole

The highlight of this hole, located in Riverside Park across from Sugarbush's access road, is the rope swing--great for launching yourself from the shady banks into the sun-drenched water. A relatively placid spot along the river, this hole is great for…

Rossetti Natural Area (Thayers Beach)

Rossetti Beach Natural Area is a 47-acre property located in Colchester, VT and features free access to over 1,280 feet of rare sandy beach on Lake Champlain. Formerly known as Thayers Beach, it is a popular sandy spot for both boaters and beachgoers. …

Sam Fishman Memorial Pool

The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool is a municipal pool was built in 1966 and was originally known as the Vergennes Community Pool. This pool was made possible from a federal grant and a large match from Simmonds Precision (known now as Collins Aerospace).…

Sam Mazza's Farm

With lots to see and do we welcome you to visit any time of the year. We are open all year with our Bakery making Pies, Breads, Donuts, Cakes, Pastries and more! We also have our Greenhouse stocked with houseplants, Our Gift Department with everything…

Sand Bar State Park

This fifteen-acre park has a smooth, sandy lake bottom which remains shallow well out from shore, making this an ideal swimming spot for children. That, and the uninterrupted length of sandy beach, very high quality water in this section of the lake,…

Sand Hill Park and Pool

Sand Hill Road Park is a 9 acre community park featuring: Two tennis courtsPlaygroundPicnic shelterThe shelter may be reserved, for a fee, for use during regular park hours (7:00 am - 9:00 pm) on a first-come, first-served basis. User applications are…

Scott Farm

The PYO farm has 75 varieties of apples. Plus they have peaches, plums, pears, quince, medlars, cherries, gooseberries, nectarines & berries.  Also heirloom cider, jams, jellies, pumpkins & pies.  Their farm stand is open July until Thanksgiving. During…

Scout & Co.

Scout & Company is an espresso bar and ice cream company. They are dedicated to scouting out quality coffee roasters, preparing the best cup they can, and delivering that cup right to you. 

Seb's Snack Bar

Eat. Shop. Play! Join them as your first and last stop in the islands! Enjoy our spot; smack dab in the middle of the village on their beautiful green with plenty of outdoor tables, lawn games, great music; filled with joy! Full Snack bar menu, 30+ ice…

Shelburne Country Store

Shelburne Country Store is a children’s treasure trove. Between the old-fashioned candies and the toy room, they have all things necessary for celebrations. Helium balloons, festive paper goods, and party favor bags made to order. The most popular is…

Shelburne Parks and Recreation

Shelburne Parks and Recreation maintains parks to explore and youth programs for sports and movement. Summer Camps include: tennis, field hockey, rocketry, musical theatre, soccer, basketball, baseball. Parks: DAVIS PARK: Located off Harbor Road across…

Silloway Maple

Tradition pairs with modern technology at Silloway Maple, where award winning maple syrup is produced year round using all renewable resources. A family operation since 1943, tours every day year round with free samples. No reservations needed. Outstanding…

Sisters of Anarchy @ Fisher Brothers Farm

Sisters of Anarchy Ice Cream grew out of a multi-generational tradition and love for ice cream. Unlike most ice-cream companies, they don’t throw around ‘farm-to-cone’ just because it’s a catchy phrase. Their ice cream is, truly, farm-to-cone, made on-site…

Smiths Grocery Creemee Stand

Great Mom and Pop store with pizza, deli and more! Check out the Creemee Stand with outdoor seating and more! They offer gas, groceries, animal feed and more. They have been open for over 70 years with a long history of 3 family generation owners. 

Smugglers' Notch Family Resort Summer

Smugglers' Notch offers a variety of outdoor and indoor summer adventures all day long. Their programs and activities are available to overnight guests at the resort or with a day pass. From hiking trails to the FunZone 2.0, waterparks, pools, and lots…

Smugglers' Notch Waterpark

Smugglers' Notch outdoor water playgrounds offer something for everyone - from tots playing peekaboo with the fountains and misters at Splashville Splash Pad to the big kids settling into a tube for a slide down the Giant Rapid River Ride! Hike up to…

Splash Pad @ City Hall Park

City Hall Park has been recently restored with both public and private funds, including a new fountain, seating areas and walkways. The Fountain, or Splash Pad is a multi-functional fountain that can be used for active play. the water pillars of the fountain…

Splash Park at the Upper Valley Aquatic Center

Located inside the Upper Valley Aquatic Center you will find The Splash Park. where the water is always 86-89 degrees. The Lazy River carries you past small waterfalls and other water elements and the kiddie pool provides easy access to the water for…

Stillwater State Park

Stillwater State Park is part of a network of state parks in the Groton State Forest. Groton State Forest, with over 26,000 acres, is the second largest land block administered by the Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation. The forest contains over…

Stowe Mountain Resort

Stowe's 116 trails and 13 lifts provide all members of your family, from beginners to advanced skiers and riders, an environment that is fun and diverse. Spruce Peak, a little more westerly facing for more sun, is a great place to take the family with…

Stowe Recreation Department Vacation Camps

Early dismissal and school vacation means more time to play! During school break and half-day programs kids ages 5-15 enjoy seasonal activities like swimming, pumpkin carving, ice skating, baking cookies and playing outdoors!

Stratton Mountain Resort

Stratton Mountain has a variety of terrain options for beginner and intermediate skiers – 42 percent and 31 percent of terrain respectively – plus great steeps for room to grow. Secluded learning areas, complete with a covered carpet and easily navigated…

Sugarbush Resort

Sugarbush brings some of the flavor of western skiing to the East. The resort offers 111 trails of terrain for beginners, intermediates, and experts, spread across two mountains—Lincoln  Peak and Mt. Ellen—with a chairlift and a shuttle bus that connect…

Summer Kids Activities @ Sugarbush

Sugarbush believes that everyone should be free to act like a kid. Especially kids!! That is why they have the most exciting summer fun and adventures. Golf - 18 hole, par-71 golf course.Tennis - New England Tennis Holidays offers extensive year-round…

Sunset Drive-In

A second generation family-owned and family oriented Drive-in, the Sunset is one of the oldest continuously-operated in New England. Season runs from May to September, featuring 4 screens showing 2 movies each (FM radio local vicinity broadcasting for…

Sweet Roots Farm

Sweet Roots Farm and Market in Charlotte offers certified Organic farm grown fruit and vegetables, an on-farm market filled with local products, groceries and more. They welcome families to the farm for pick-your-own blueberries, daily from 9am-6pm. Formerly…

Sweet Scoops

Ice cream stand serving Gifford's Ice Cream! Try their Vermont Maple Creemee and Specialty Sundaes.

Sweet Seasons

Certified Naturally Grown (CNG) fruit farm.  They have two  blueberry orchards, the large one is 2.5 acres with 2,421 plants. The small one, 'Blueberry Nook' has 75 plants with chairs for those who want to 'Sit n' Pick'. They also have 500' of Raspberry…

Sycamore Park

Sycamore Park is located on a prominent bend of the New Haven River. The park property includes 8.4 acres and is currently managed as a day-use recreation area through the collaborative efforts of the Bristol Selectboard, Bristol Recreation Department…

The Bay Store

Enjoy your favorite ice cream overlooking Lake Champlain! They offer over 20 flavors of Gifford's hard ice cream, flurries, milkshakes, creemee flavors such as maple, black raspberry, chocolate, vanilla, & flavor of the week, the bay store creations (displayed…

The EDGE Sports and Fitness

With 5 locations in Chittenden County, The Edge is a convenient choice for indoor sport and camp activities. Each location offers their own programs, camps and activities so check each on their website. The Williston location boasts a 25,000 square foot…

The Great Escape and Splashwater Kingdom

An outdoor amusement park and waterpark. Across the street is the Great Escape Lodge, an indoor waterpark that is open year round. ATTRACTIONS Thrill RidesFamily RidesKids RidesWater Park - Splashwater Kingdom is only open in the summer FAMILY TIPS BEFORE…

The Last Resort Farm (Organic)

One of the first Vermont farms to offer organic pick-your-own strawberries. PYO is open from approximately June 15 to July 6, the strawberry field is open daily for picking from 8 am to 1 pm or by appointment.There is a special section of  “Toddler Rows”…

The Mill Market & Deli

The Mill Market & Deli is a Fine Foods Store, Deli and Cider Mill. In their store you will find fresh produce, dairy items, homemade baked goods, hand-cut meats, grocery & specialty food items, ice-cream & frozen foods and more. They are well know for…

The Scoop

Their handcrafted ice cream is made by hand, in small batches, using only the best ingredients and the most delicious combinations.Find them next to Archie's Grill.

The Shiretown Marketplace

Dine in or take out from this specialty market featuring products from local farms & purveyors, picnic provisions, snacks, craft beverages, & more! Plus they have creemees!

The Swimming Hole

The Swimming Hole This is not an outdoor swimming hole, rather and indoor swimming pool. it is an awesome facility that looks like a big red barn from the outside. They offer great things for kids and families such as:  Competition-sized swimming pool…

The Village Scoop

The Village Scoop serves hard and soft ice cream, milkshakes, and sundaes.  The have specialties like Tornadoes, banana splits, floats, smoothies, ice cream cupcakes anc ice cream cakes. 

Toby's Treats

You will find over 100 flavors of soft or hard ice creams, available in cones, shakes and banana splits at Toby's Treats. Open May through September.

Umiak Outdoor Outfitters

Umiak is Vermont's leading paddle sports shop - a full service retail store offering canoe & kayak rentals, river trips, kids programs and adult instruction. Umiak is Stowe's Winter Adventure Center! They take visitors on moonlight dinner tours. Umiak…

Vermont Canoe & Kayak

Vermont Canoe & Kayak offers canoes, solo and tandem kayaks and paddleboard rentals. They’ll shuttle you upriver to any one of the three launch locations. Pack a lunch, fishing pole, bathing suit, even your dog and enjoy a leisurely self-guided paddle…

Vermont Cookie Love

Vermont Cookie Love started in June 2007 at a local farmers' market. This family-run business sells GMO- free all-natural fresh cookies, cookie gift boxes, and frozen cookie dough. VLC has a passionate commitment to the environment, supporting local farms…

Vermont Maple Creemee Company

Creemee food truck serving locally made soft-serve ice cream using a family recipe for their famous Vermont Maple Creemees. We serve our maple and vanilla flavors to creemee lovers in Chittenden county and surrounding areas. You can find us throughout…

Vermont Swimming Holes

There is no doubt that Vermont is full of amazing things do all year round. During the summer months, you’re likely to find the locals cooling off at any number of Vermont Swimming Holes. These hidden gems are made up of natural pools and waterfalls and…

Ward Swimming Hole

Located 15 miles north of Warren--the last hole along the Mad River before it merges with the Winooski--this spot is famous for having the warmest waters out of all its other river-based brethren because of its lack of canopy cover. Here, you'll find…

Warren Falls

Here, a three-tiered waterfall has carved out a natural water park of slides and swimming bowls. The falls cascade down a total of 20 feet into three subsequent pools, the last of which reaches depths of up to 15 feet. One of the gems at this hole are…

Warren Village Swimming Hole

In the center of Warren Village, the Trout River offers some nice spots for cooling off. There is a parking lot next to the bridge (no jumping from the bridge). To view on Google Maps, click here.

Water Country (New Hampshire)

Hours July 1st - August 10th: open 9:30AM to 6:30PMAugust 11th- 31st: open 10AM to 6PMSeptember 1st: open 10AM to 5PM About a 3.25 hour drive from Burlington, Water Country is a water park extravaganza with 14 water slides, pools, and rides. Tubes are…

Waterbury Center State Park

This park is often refered to as the "Reservoir". It is is located on a 90-acre peninsula. During the summer months Waterbury Reservoir generally covers 860 acres with a maximum depth of 100 feet. Park Amenities:22 picnic sites & tableshibachis swimming…

Waterbury Community Pool

The Waterbury Community Pool is located at Anderson Field next to the Waterbury Recreation Building off Butler Street. Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.Water wings and other flotation devices are not permitted.Children under…

Waterfront Park

Downtown waterfront and community park with 900 feet of lakeshore, a boardwalk, and benches make this a great place to sit and watch some of the beautiful sunsets that Burlington has to offer. The waterfront also has access to the Bike Path, a Skate Park,…

Waterville Swimming Hole

Swimming hole is in the North Branch Lamoille River at the Church Street Covered Bridge in Waterville. To see a Google map of this location, click here.

Wicked Wings

Their original location is in the heart of Johnson Village.  Located in a historic brick building that served as a post office more than 100 years ago. This 80 seat location has a full bar and full table service. It has a sports bar theme with several…

Woodford State Park

This 398-acre park has the highest elevation campground of any park in Vermont, at 2400 feet. Woodford is located on a mountain plateau and surrounds Adams Reservoir. The high elevation spruce/fir/birch forest provides an ideal setting for the park. Woodford…

Woods Island State Park

Woods Island became Vermont's forty-fifth state park in 1985. 125-acres, this park has a unique habitat for a rich variety of plant life including many species rare or threatened in Vermont. A portion of the island was once farmed; traces of drainage…

Woodstock Scoops

Woodstock Scoops features locally made, farm to cone, hard and soft serve ice cream. Enjoy a selection of house favorite flavors or mix it up with a featured seasonal delight. Scoops is a full-service Ice Cream Shop offering milkshakes, sundaes & sweet…