100% recommend this walking/bike path. Round trip, our bike ride was just about 10.5 miles. Along the way we passed a small memorial garden, athletic fields, an indoor public pool, restaurants, benches, a gazebo over looking the river and trash cans for your dog waste. At the other end, is a covered bridge just at the entrance to that parking area. There are several parking areas along the route with picnic tables and port-a-johns. Trails are kept in good conditiin. Lots of wooden brudges criss-cross the river. These are barely wide enough to pass pedestrians on a bike and most have an incline on both ends. This trail is in no way mostly flat. Our way out was an incline. Sometimes slight, sometimes more. The way back was *way* quicker and easier. Parking at this end is paved. Other lots along the way are a mix of dirt and paved. Signs trail side state to stop at road crossings and walk your bicycle across. Pedestrians and bicycles stay to the right. Let pedestrians, and other cyclists, know you are passing them. On-leash dog friendly. read more

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The best hike of our whole trip to Vermont! Hardly took any photos because I was so in-the-peace of it all. Heavenly walk through the backside of Stowe, a paved nature path through meadows and woods and fields. So picturesque on even what started as a cold, rainy morning that became sunny and bright. A highlight of our trip and a good 4 miles (walked 2 miles each way). Can't wait to walk this again one day. 5 stars!!!! read more

Stowe Recreation Path - Hiking Near Me

Really pretty and easy hike along river with beautiful Mountain views. Can take the free shuttle back to origin if you don't want to backtrack read more

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This path was so lovely! We used it multiple times during our stay in Stowe and appreciated the plentiful shade, spots for benches, bridges, connectivity to several businesses and overall peacefulness. We encountered families, cyclists, roller blazers and more during our walks. If you find yourself in Stowe, this is a great way to listen to the birds, snag some steps and start the day off strong. read more

This is one of my favorite Vermont summer activities to do with kids. It has it all! Bikes, water, food & ice cream (just a short detour away). I just wish it was longer! So much fun read more

Great bike path, you can rent bikes, including ebikes, at an outdoor sports shop nearby. 10 miles to the bridge and back, nicely paved and worthwhile. read more

Lovely scenic path for cycling and walking in the town of Stowe. Relatively flat most of the five miles in and out. Enjoy the verdant scenery of summer, the fluffy snow of winter, the fragrance of spring or the bright foliage of autumn! read more

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Great bike, walking path. Plenty of stopping points with benches and views. Also plenty of places along the path to get off for food or drinks. Was there for the fall foliage and didn't disappoint. read more

We'd love to bike the path again someday when it is less busy. But even when shared with so many people, it's a beautiful trail. Stops to take a dip in the stream, breweries for a pint mid-cruise, and beautiful scenery. read more

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This 5.3 mile paved recreation path runs along and crisscrosses the West Branch of Little River from Stowe Village to the Topnotch Resort. The path starts in a gravel parking lot behind Village Hall and the Community Church in the village. The smooth, mostly flat blacktop surface is popular with walkers, runners, bikers, and rollerbladers in warmer weather and with snow shoe trekkers and cross country skiers when snow permits. The path is very easy and offers picturesque views of the nearby mountains as well as access to restaurants and other shops. There are parking lots along the path, so you can split up the experience into smaller pieces or do all 10.6 miles at once. Many of the markers denoting the mileage have faded or been painted over, so it's easy to lose track of your progress; the covered bridge described as being at the west end of the trail is actually a few hundred feet past the end of the trail. Pro Tip: There are bike maintenance stations at Lintilhac Park and Chase Park that provide riders with tools necessary to perform basic bike repairs and maintenance -- inflating a flat tire or adjusting brakes and derailleurs. read more

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STUNNING! Early October brought us a New England fall dream. Plenty of colors, fields, a river, farms.... it was awesome! Plenty of space for bike riders and walkers. I highly recommend renting a bike or bringing your bike. It was so fun! Spots to pull off the path and relax or to take the sights in. Wear your mask. Some areas of the path busier than others. Will definitely ride or walk the path again. Plenty of parking throughout the path along with some restaurants to stop by! Loved my time exploring! read more

Stowe Recreation Path - Corn Maze off the path. - Hiking Near Me

Loved this path! It runs five miles throughout some of Stowe. We parked closest to the Mount Mansfield side of town and walked 3.75 miles before turning around. It was too hot once we got to a part of the path that was in the sun for awhile. But there were some beautiful views along the way! The only thing we didn't enjoy was the dozens of bikers constantly going past us. This is definitely a path with more bikers than walkers. Constantly having to move over or look behind us for fear of getting hit was tiring. read more

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My husband and I walked a portion of the path on a recent Saturday morning. It was a little crowded and more narrow than we are used to, but every was very courteous and polite, which we are not used to. We crossed over three wooden bridges and had great views of the mountains and green fields. No complaints here. I walk on ride this again if I were in the area. read more

Stowe Recreation Path - Hiking Near Me

The path is snow covered right now but you don't happen to need snowshoes lately. It's a little like walking on stiff sand when the temperature is near 40 degrees, which it has been. Very few people have been on the path lately but we've had some clear, sunny days and walking on the rec path is a simple pleasure you shouldn't miss. read more

Stowe Recreation Path - No snow shoes today - Hiking Near Me

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The Stowe Recreation Path winds about 5.5 miles, one-way, from north to south in and around the historic Stowe Village. Users can use it for walking, hiking, biking, running, rollerblading, and cross-country skiing (in the winter). There's actually a separate walking / jogging path that a bit off this beaten trail that's safer for runners. The path starts off near the entrance to the village and runs parallel to Mountain Road for a bit before leading to a bridge that runs over the West Branch River. You'll know you're passing two farms when you see a bunch of cows grazing on your right. Just pass the underpass you'll come to a number of shops behind a large red barn where you can stop and look around or eat. The path then meanders for a bit and you'll pass more bridges, rec areas, a swimming hole, and a long beautiful stretch where a field of green pastureland seems to extend out in front of you forever. Traveling through the path, you've got spectacular views of Green Mountain scenery all around. I like to run this path in the morning and bike it in the afternoon. There are bike rental shops near the entrance to the path. This is one of the most peaceful and beautiful stretches of land in the world. read more

Lovely, scenic bike path in Stowe. It was a beautiful day and I was stoked to get to ride my bike in such an amazing area. The path was a bit crowded, but it was a great ride non-the-less. I noticed that Vermont bike paths tend to be a little narrow, which makes for some interesting attempts of getting around pedestrians. There are lots of things to see along the way, from gorgeous and colorful wildflowers to the cows and goats of the surrounding farmland. I was pretty happy riding along the river, enjoying the sights and taking in the spectacular views of the green mountains. Riding over the bridges was fun too, as long as there wasn't any other people on the bridge at the same time. I will definitely return again to the path in my future adventures in the Green Mountain state. read more

This is a very well-maintained greenway. It's perfect for walking, running, rollerblading, or biking. It is a relatively flat path, so it shouldn't be too challenging for any of those activities. The path is just over 5 miles long in each direction, with some bridges dotting the path along the way. On a recent trip, I rented bikes from the Skiershop, which is adjacent to the bike path. Included in the rental was the bike and a helmet. One thing worth noting on the path is that the bridges are a bit on the narrow side, particularly if you are riding a bike. Additionally, there may be a sharp corner or two as you approach/depart some of the bridges, so take it easy on those things!! Along parts of the path, there were some outdoor art displays to stop, take a look at, and ponder. Additionally, all this activity builds up a thirst, so a stop at Shed Brewery is a definite must. There are bike racks located next to the path, and from there you wander into their outdoor seating area, complete with cornhole. A gem in Stowe! read more

We lucked upon this path when visiting Stowe, what a beautiful walking trail. In late August, there were wildflowers in full bloom and phenomenal views of the mountains and streams. This is a great stop if you are eating your way across the area (Ben and Jerry's, Cabot, breweries, etc.) and feel like you need some exercise to counter it all. There are several parking areas and the one we were at behind the church also had a porta potty. read more

Stowe Recreation Path - Field next to the Quiet Path - Hiking Near Me

WARNING - Do not bike this path in the rain. The bridges become extremely slippery, even at slow speeds. I have the scars to prove it. read more

There is a farmers market right off the path on some Sundays so was a nice treat for us.  It made the path nicer as we were able to get a little local taste and souvenirs!  There are many places to eat right off path but make sure you rent a lock if you rented a bike and want to stop and eat.  Best on a bike for visitors. My wife and I stopped at the farmers market and took pictures throughout so it took 1.5 hours out.  It was only 30 min back because it's downhill if you start from downtown Stowe for your trip. read more

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This is a great paved path away from the road to ride a bike or walk. It is scenic and there is a creek near it and you can hear the rushing water. There are song birds in the berry bushes and chip monks. You can see horses too along the top Northern part. read more

This is a well groomed and maintained very easy bike path. It's very appropriate for families. A young child could easily bike the entire path, I think. There's a few road crossings, but it seems that most motorists were well aware of these and slowed down/stopped. Some of the other bike path patrons are a little rude when they're riding several abreast and not letting others pass...but you'll get that anywhere I think read more

Great path in and around the Stowe area. Very slick on the bridges in the rain. There are some good places to stop and relax with food and drinks, great views and lots of friendly people. read more

Stowe Recreation Path - stream near the path - Hiking Near Me

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Great path for biking, running or walking. In total back and forth it is about 10 miles. There are 10 bridges you cross during your trip down the path too. They are numbered. Along the way, I saw a Corn Maze but it was closed when I went. The times I've been on the path, it has been quite deserted, but probably because it was cold and raining. The thing I like about the path is that it is paved and clear of obstacles like branches and logs. A fun place to check out! read more

We biked the path yesterday, we parked in Stowe at the bottom of the white church and started there, I biked and she roller bladed. The path was absolutely fantastic, It was extremely scenic, had about 7 or 8 small bridge crossings, several wild life moments, on one bridge we stopped to watch a deer on one side and a beaver on the other. The path has tons of exits/entrances and even has a few on route restaurants that cater to the path users, including bike stands and outdoor seating. We biked briskly and took us one hour each way from end to end, not including our stop for sushi half way. A definite recommend and a definite repeat! This is a must do in Stowe! read more

After stops at Ben and Jerry, and cabot, this was necessary. A delightful path with outdoor art/sculptures along the way. We went on a weekday, less crowded, woohoo! read more

We enjoyed the path, but it's very hard to ride a bike here if there are a lot of people. The bridges are the worst. We had to stop and walk the bikes over the bridges. This is def more of a walking path. read more

i really enjoy cycling this path, it gets you off the most congested part of rte, 108 until the climb to smuggler notch starts in earnest. as a vehicular cyclist i usually prefer to stay on the road, this path is nice & meadering, it has several bridges over water. the path is level though a little longer than the numberered route i always use it. one dangerous part is were it crosses 108, i would like to see a traffic light here but i do not see that happening. if a traffic light will be installed it should be controlled by magnetic loops & not a timer. read more