From your basic moose sighting to a glorious sunset over the Green Mountains, some things about Vermont can best be experienced in Winter. Cross country ski and snowmobile trails provide paths into parts of the Vermont woods you can't easily get to at other times. One of the best of these routes into Vermont's woodlands is the 300 mile Catamount Trail.

Springtime in Vermont can be deceptive. Maple sugar season is the signal that winter is waning, even though the snow is still deep. Later Vermont's famed "mud season" passes quickly and the hills turn green. May and early June are ideal times to getaway before the busy summer season. Lodgings and attractions are less crowded. The timeless summers of childhood are alive and well in Vermont. From swimming holes and ice cream parlors, to outdoor concerts and mountain hikes, the long days of summertime are a perfect frame to Vermont's relaxed pace of life. You won't find slickly packaged recreation here. Our brand of fun is natural, real and pure. Which is why families feel free to spend a few days or a few weeks tucked away in our hills. The combination of crisp autumn air, white clapboarded villages, and glorious color makes our little state a must-see destination for visitors from all over the world. Vermont is a mecca for skiing and riding enthusiasts. Find out the latest snow conditions plus information about special ski 'n stay packages.