Fall in Vermont: The 10 Best Reasons to Visit for Vermont Fall Colors
If you’ve yet to explore the absolute beauty of fall in Vermont, this is your sign to join us this autumn in one of the most stunning places on earth. While Vermont may be known as the Greem Mountain State, come mid-September, our landscape starts singing a different tune—the verdant forests change to gold, crimson, and orange hues, canvassing the mountainsides. Vermont is always an excellent destination for scenic drives and farm tours, but fall is particularly spectacular.
This unique and striking backdrop is the perfect location for a romantic getaway—fall in Vermont offers that magical feeling and makes everyday hikes, bike rides, and activities all the more special. There’s also a long list of memorable attractions to add to your itinerary, including Sugarbush Soaring, a premier glider flying service in Warren, Vermont. The experienced pilots offer scenic rides, flight training, and rental services. The airport is just a quick drive from our B&B, and soaring is a lovely addition to your fall getaway.
One of the best ways to enjoy fall in Vermont is to stay at our cozy bed and breakfast in Warren, right in the heart of the Mad River Valley. Our B&B offers guests a classic lodging option—with personalized hosted service, wholesome breakfast and housemade treats, and unique guest accommodations. Our nine-acre wooded and garden property comes to life with vibrant fall colors, so you won’t have to go far to immerse yourself in the beauty of Autumn in Vermont. Book your lodging today!
Best Reasons to Explore the Fall in Vermont on Your Next Getaway
Vermont is known for its beautiful fall season and there is also a long list of wonderful activities to experience on the crisp Autumn days in the Mad River Valley. The weather is a big component, as it’s the perfect temperature for hikes, bike rides, and outdoor exploration. As the leaves change around you, you’ll have one of the most stunning backdrops for these magical adventures.
Here are the top ten things to do in Vermont this fall:
- Fly High with Sugarbush Soaring: As mentioned above, this glider experience is one of the most unique ways to enjoy the fall in Vermont. Soar high above the trees, exploding with bright fall colors.
- Warm-Weather Activities at Sugarbush Resort: While Sugarbush is one of the most popular ski resorts in Vermont during the winter, it offers a fantastic selection of warm-weather activities during the summer and fall, including scenic lift rides, golf and more.
- Tour the Vermont Covered Bridges: As some of the most iconic landmarks in Vermont, these historic covered bridges are a sight to behold, especially as the fall colors pop along the roadsides.
- Head to the Bed and Jerry’s Factory: Even as the air turns crisp, fall still calls for ice cream! The factory tour at Ben and Jerry’s is such a fun outing.
- Hiking the Long Trail: If you want to fully immerse yourself in the glory of fall colors, hike a segment or two of the Long Trail, the route that spans the length of the entire state. As a guest at our B&B, you’ll be steps away from a beautiful section of this trail.
- Exploring Waitsfield and Warren: Vermont is known for its small villages with welcoming locals; head out to Warren and Waitsfield for charming shops, cafes, and attractions.
- Discover the Local Farms & Cheese Trail: Along your adventures, you’ll see signs for dairy farms on the road, many have shops, offer tours, and samples! Follow our cheese trail itinerary here.
- Hit the Mountain Biking Trails: Mountain biking has taken Vermont by storm, and fall is the perfect time to rush down these rugged trails as the autumnal hues whip by you.
- Enjoy the Bounty of Fall at the Local Restaurants: There’s always a lovely selection of restaurants and cafes to choose from during your stay at our B&B. However, during the fall, the menus showcase the bounty of fall produce and flavors served with wonderful preparations and pairings.
- Scenic Road Trips Near our Bed and Breakfast: One of the easiest ways to explore the fall in Vermont is by car! You can take in the bright leaves from the warmth and comfort of your own vehicle—check out our designed road trips here.
The Best Bed and Breakfast to See the Vermont Fall Colors
Our Vermont bed and breakfast is constantly voted a Traveler’s Choice on TripAdvisor year after year! With nearly 800 five-star reviews, you can trust that you’ll receive attentive and kind service, that our accommodations will be clean and comfortable, and that breakfast will be delicious and served hot each morning. Here’s one of our favorite reviews from a guest who stayed with us last fall in Vermont:
“Tucked into the Mad River Valley is a gem of B&B called Westhill. Peter and Susan have spent 17 years perfecting the craft of hospitality and they are masters of the art. With 3 course breakfasts that never repeated while we were there, to turning down your bed and offering carafes of cold water in your rooms in the evenings, you can know you are in the best hands.
Peter and Susan are also very knowledgeable about Vermont and have maps and ideas to help make the best of your stay. They can also call for reservations at local eateries and have excellent suggestions on whatever meal you may be craving.
I especially enjoyed the evenings with options from warm cups of hot chocolate or tea to local beers and cider along with treats made by Susan to reminisce about your day with your spouse or others gathered for the same thing. Relaxation at its best. I recommend this B&B for its attention to detail, and if you need a destination wedding, they have a wall of pictures proving they can make your day magical. Thank you, Peter and Susan, for making us feel so welcomed.”
Hearing reviews like this makes all the hard work we put into our business worth it. We can honestly say, that over the years, many of our guests have become more like friends than people booking a room at the Inn. We can’t wait to host you! Join us at West Hill House B&B this fall and book your room today.
