For visitors of all ages, the Green Mountain State offers all the scenery, culture heritage, attractions, entertainment, fairs, festivals, special events, shopping and recreational activities any vacationer could want - all year long.

Although geographically small in size, Vermont is big on scenery! Our western border, known as the West Coast of New England, meanders 100 miles along the shores of Lake Champlain, one of the country's largest bodies of water and a popular summer playground for swimmers, boaters and fishing enthusiasts.

The famous Green Mountains stand as the backbone of the state, spreading their pine-scented foothills from the Northern Kingdom all the way down to the southernmost part of the state. Mt. Mansfield, in the northern part of the state, at 4,393 feet, is Vermont's highest peak. Our legendary snow-covered mountains, and the many fine ski resort areas nestled among them, make Vermont a premiere destination for winter sports fans around the world.

The Connecticut River Valley makes up the eastern portion of Vermont, where many of the state's larger towns are located.

Vermont’s economic activity consists primarily of tourism, manufacturing, agriculture, and higher education. As evidence of the state's ongoing efforts to attract and retain clean businesses, high technology industries dominate the manufacturing segment of the economy.

Our world-famous agriculture industry includes many family farms that supply dairy products like milk, cheese, and ice cream to major metropolitan markets. Many of Vermont's most beautiful maple tress are tapped every year to yield sap used in the production of maple cream, maple candy and a host of other maple products. Vermont is the world's largest supplier of pure maple syrup. 

The Vermont food products industry is always expanding, as delightful new concoctions and variations on old favorites continue to fascinate specialty foods connoisseurs. The label "Made in Vermont" symbolizes and ensures authentic Vermont quality. 

As you can imagine, tourism is one Vermont's strongest industries. Undoubtedly, our commitment to maintaining a pure environment, with strict controls on development, is largely responsible for Vermont's popularity as a vacation destination. And while Vermont is a haven for those who love the outdoors; the spectacular scenery, comfortable climate, and changing seasons have stimulated growth in an incredible variety of other tourism-related activities. Major four-season destinations offer alpine and cross-country skiing while resort villages include spectacular golf courses and sports complexes featuring year-round swimming and tennis. Vermont is also home to numerous exciting and unique attractions, many of which are featured here on this site.

Perhaps most popular of all is the genuine New England atmosphere. Travel along any one of a number of winding country roads and you’ll discover quaint, church-steepled villages overflowing with traditional New England architecture, charming shops, covered bridges, antiques, and country auctions; cultural events and summer theater; art and folk festivals; fairs and field days, fine food and comfortable accommodations.

Vermont could not be more conveniently located for touring. For beautiful scenery, a pure environment, an unlimited selection of year-round activities, and friendly people, make your next trip a Vermont vacation!

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