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Sitting at the center of the Mad River Valley along scenic Route 100, Waitsfield provides visitors with a romantic vision of small town America set against the backdrop of snowy mountain peaks. The Mad River Glen Ski Area has been providing powdery downhill adventures for over sixty years, and the area is equally popular with hikers in warmer months. The town of Waitsfield also hosts several theater companies and arts facilities, organizing everything from opera festivals to photo exhibits.
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1. Mad River Glen
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 72 reviews
Popular Vermont ski area and New England's best ski buy.
Reviewed By Skicatt - Pennsylvania
It was crowded when we went on a Saturday after receiving 2 ft of snow, but it was worth it. The parking attendants are fabulous. They will will find spots where you think none exist. The lift lines were a little long, but it was worth the wait. Trails for all ability levels. Skiers dressed in costumes made it entertaining. It's an old school mountain with lots of charm.
2. Sugarbush Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 271 reviews
Sugarbush Resort is located in the historic Mad River Valley of Vermont. With two mountains, sixteen lifts, one hundred and eleven trails, three terrain parks, and the 2,000-acre Slide Brook Basin, there is no question that Sugarbush is one of New England’s largest ski areas. Amenities include multiple base lodges, equipment rentals, ski/ride instruction, lodging, restaurants, and retail.
Reviewed By soxskier - Beverly, Mass.
For starters, the weather and snow conditions were literally perfect during my most recent visit, so please take that into consideration. Every trail and every lift was open and the longest liftline was under 10 minutes (at Castlerock double, nonetheless).
Like so many ski trips, the weather and snow conditions can make it or break it, so this trip was perfect since the sun was out, temps were in the 20s and every trail was covered in snow, including natural snow trails.
The diversity of terrain here is great, with plenty of blue cruisers, some groomed blacks and plenty of bump runs too. There's not a lot of green runs but a good little learning area at South and a nice lower mountain lift at North too.
The lift network is great, with several high-speed quads that allow you to do a lot of runs. This is really one of the top 4 ski resorts in the east, hands down.
3. Vermont Icelandic Horse Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By vghadam - Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Took a four-day trek in the fall and enjoyed myself so much came back in the dead of winter for a different riding experience. The fall trek had peak foliage and tremendous views to offer, the winter riding was like being in a living Vermont postcard! What was consistent about both trips was the knowledgeable owner and staff, the immaculately kept barn and premises, and, of course, the horses. Wonderful to experience a happy, well-cared for herd who know their jobs and love doing them--whatever the season. See you in the spring!
4. The Big Picture Theater & Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 96 reviews
Reviewed By valtraveler10 - Los Angeles, California
The food stars at this quirky restaurant/movie theater/movie memorabilia museum.
Every dish I had here over a couple of weeks was delish. Served quickly and hot, breakfasts and lunches were fresh, filling, and fun. The staff was communicative and dedicated. I brought friends and relatives, too, and everybody was pleased with their choices.Pancakes were especially raved about.
5. Warren Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By sammy1420 - Tours, Centre, France
After a great visit in mansfield mountain and stowe , we decided to visit this place, the scenic road(vermont100) was simply breathtaking with trees with amazing leaves colors, but when we got to warren falls, well, maybe its the right season, but we hardly saw very low falls and it was quite disappointing and other visitors felt the same. But again the road to this place was amazing so it was worth it.
6. The Warren Store
Overall Ratings
4 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By MStangle - San Diego, CA
This country store and deli is in the small village of Warren, which closely loops off scenic Route 100. They deli staff is efficient even when busy…offering a nice choice of sandwiches and salads…which are prepared with little wait. There is seating indoors, but we opted to share one of the picnic tables outside by the small waterfall and river. This was a very pleasant patio area! Our sandwiches were delicious and The Warren Store was a wonderful lunch stop while viewing fall foliage along one of the most scenic routes in all of New England.
7. Mad River
Overall Ratings
5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By beckaj01 - Birmingham, Alabama
While touring along Vermont Scenic Highway 100, had beautiful views of the Mad River. It was shallow in many area this Sept. but the rocky River bed was nice. As this River winds through this valley in the Green Mountains, it at an important part the Beauty of this scenic Vermont route.
8. Ole's Cross Country Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
30 miles of groomed cross country ski trails, 12 miles of snowshoe trails, great views of Sugarbush and the Mad River Valley, cross country ski shop, lessons, snowshoe tours, cafe open weekends
Reviewed By pesti13 - Hereford, United Kingdom
I have spent many, many hours on the extensive trail network at Ole's. They have a fantastic range of ski rental equipment, friendly staff and the trails are very well cared for. You can ski through some of Vermont's most outstanding rolling farmland, small quite flat loops for beginners as well as much longer loops for the more adventurous. Highly recommended!
9. The Skinner Barn
Overall Ratings
5 based on 17 reviews
The Skinner Barn is a beautifully restored historic dairy barn built in 1891 by the Daniel Skinner family. Of classic post and beam construction, it offers a special environment for educational classes, cultural events, parties, and receptions. Flanked by the majestic Northfield Ridge to its east and the mountains that host the Sugarbush and Mad River Glen ski areas to its west, The Skinner Barn offers a quintessential Vermont setting.The upper floor of The Skinner Barn has been restored with loving attention keeping the historical character of the structure intact. This open space, originally designed for hay storage, is now used as an assembly space for a wide range of functions from weddings & rehearsal dinners to theater camps, theater productions, dances and cabaret performances.
Reviewed By newengland50 - Massachusetts
We attended a performance of "Pete 'N Keely." Both actors provided energetic and polished performances. This wasn't Broadway, but it was fun, entertaining, and of a higher scale than one might anticipate in an old barn (beautifully restored on gorgeous grounds) on a dirt road. The entire audience, including the four of us who attended together, had a good time. The sound and lighting were well-executed and reflective of the work of professionals.
My only negative comment is about the chairs. They provided a small amount of cushioning in sitting area and none for the back.
For only $25, it's a bargain.
10. Mad River Distillers
Overall Ratings
5 based on 10 reviews
Mad River Distillers ferments, distills and bottles whiskey, brandy and rum on our farm in Warren, Vermont. We use Vermont sourced grains whenever possible. Our tasting room is in Waitsfield at the intersection of Rte 100 and Rte 17. Visit us for spirits tastings and retail sales Friday - Sunday until 4 pm. We have a booth at the weekly Waitsfield farmer's market 9 am - 1 pm on Saturdays.
Reviewed By Kelly M - Killington, Vermont
We had been in Waitsfield 2 weekends prior and did not stop here. After discovering MRD Maple Rum during lunch at CastleRock Pub at Sugarbush we decided we had to stop! Imagine our surprise when we discovered that the MRD spirits are made from all...MoreKelly we're glad you enjoyed your visit and hope to see you at the distillery for a tour on your next trip to the Mad River Valley!
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