8 Winter Attractions For The Family In Vermont That Don’t Involve Long Lines At The Mall

Winter in Vermont: short days, long months, cold weather, and lots of time spent indoors. Often, finding fun things to do with the whole family can seem bleak and limiting, especially when the warm indoors lulls us into a state of laziness. But it doesn't need to feel like that, nor do we have to stay inside. To help you out of a lethargic slump, these eight winter attractions for the whole family will reignite your enthusiasm to venture out of the house and enjoy some fun-filled Vermont winter activities.

1. Tubing at Smugglers' Notch Resort (Jeffersonville)

For a fun adventure for the whole family, head over to Smugglers' Notch Resort for awesome sledding at Sir Henry's Hill Tube Sliding. Open from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. daily.

2. The Vermont Maple Festival (St. Albans)

Come to the Vermont Maple Festival for delicious maple products and a vibrant festival scene that will please the whole family. April 24 - 26.

3. Fat Bike Riding at Statton Mountain (Stratton)

Take the family to Statton Mountain for a day of Fat Bike riding. At the Norse House, you can get half-day or full-day rentals.

4. Great Ice Event in Grand Isle and North Hero

The Champlain Islands hosts this chilly, exciting event annually. You will find an ice labyrinth, ice skating, extreme frisbee, dog sled rides, fireworks, and much more.

5. Robert Frost Interpretive Trail (Ripton)

For a lovely slow-paced winter hike, try the Robert Frost Interpretive Trail. At just over a mile long, you will have plenty of time to stop and read the plaques about this beloved poet.

6. Ice Skating at Lake Morey (Fairlee)

WIth the largest ice skating path in the country, Lake Morely is a great place to come with the whole family. Sharpen your blades and get ready to cruise around this 4.5-mile loop.

7. Dog Sledding at Umiak Outdoor Outfitters (Stowe)

"Mush!" Take the family to Umiak Outdoor Outfitters and pretend you're racing in the Iditarod.

8. The Brattleboro Winter Carnival (Brattleboro)

The Brattleboro Winter Carnival has something for each member of the family. There are sleigh rides, snowmobile rides, dog sledding, ice skating, and much more!

Which attractions are you planning on trying? Are there other attractions in Vermont that you love to do in the winter? Share a comment with us and tell us what you think.