ワシントン郡周辺のアトラクション＆必見スポット - トップ20

This is a highly walkable town (population about 5,300) that caters to foodies and outdoors enthusiasts. High points include the local shops, restaurants, mountain biking trails and the nearby Waterbury Reservoir, a few miles north of the road.

This ride is about as idyllic as it can get, following an old railbed (translation: almost no incline gain/loss) through what's now a dirt doubletrack through the trees. Make sure to stay on the trail and pay attention to any posted access warnings.

The Winooski West Path is a 2.6-mile paved multiuse trail that follows along the scenic Winooski River through a mix of forest and urban landscapes. This trail is perfect for walking, biking, and running, as it's mostly flat with views of the water the entire way. It's easily accessible from downtown, making it an ideal spot for a relatively short hike—whether you're taking a lunch break or simply want to spend an hour enjoying a stroll along the beautiful waterfront.

From the top of the five-story fire tower you get 360-degree views of Groton State Forest. Though Signal, Burnt, and Butterfield Mountains (visible to the south) are fractionally taller, this is the highest point in the area accessible by trail.

A bicycle highlight, even though cycling is forbidden there…

Hubbard Park is a 1,800 acre park on the edge of Montpelier. The park has many different wooded hiking trails. It also has a playground, picnic areas and restrooms.

At 3,975 feet (1,212 m), Lincoln Peak is arguably the centerpiece of Sugarbush Ski Resort, with great views over the surrounding mountains. There are two different ways to reach the peak during the summer: Hiking up from the base of Sugarbush, which is free to do in the summer (but watch for bike and 4x4 traffic on the same trail); or via the Long Trail.

The Waterbury Reservoir offers many recreational opportunities from fishing, canoeing, kayaking, motor-boating, and swimming to hiking and camping. In the warmer months (late spring to early fall), the reservoir is kept at about 850 acres and at a max depth of ~100 feet. In the winter, the surface area is reduced to between 415 - 610 acres to prepare for spring snowmelt and rains. This scenic beach is a great place to relax and dip your feet in the water after a hike in the Little River State Park.