Take This Unforgettable Road Trip To Experience Some Of Vermont’s Most Impressive Caves And Waterfalls

Since caves and waterfalls are some of the many natural wonders that make Vermont so beautiful, how about planning a day out to explore a few caves in Vermont for your next adventure in the Green Mountain State? To make it easy, the following road trip itinerary was put together. As you'll see, this gorgeous road trip begins and ends with checking out some of the most popular caves in Vermont. In the middle of this scenic road trip in Vermont, you'll also have time to stop and appreciate a few of our favorite waterfalls in Vermont too.

Remember to pack a camera, flashlight, extra socks, and other essentials, before you set out on your adventure! We have 4.5 hours of drive time one way for this trip, so feel free to take a full weekend to hit every highlight.

1. Donahue Sea Caves, Burlington

Take a short walk to see the Donahue Sea Caves in Vermont, which are tucked inside Arthur Park. If you want to go inside, plan to come here when the marsh is frozen. This way you'll be able to walk across the water to check out the cave.

2. Moss Glen Falls, Stowe

Plan a hike to enjoy these during our first waterfall stop on this epic road trip in Vermont. Quiet and scenic, Moss Glen Falls requires a short five-mile hike to reach, and is only about a few minutes' drive from Stowe's historic Village. Not to be confused with the roadside Moss Glen Falls in Granville!

3. Bingham Falls Trail, Stowe

You'll need to take a short trail to reach this fast and furious waterfall in Smugglers' Notch State Park. The jewel tones of this falls' watershed are something special when the sun hits!

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4. Buttermilk Falls Trail, Ludlow

Stretch your legs and enjoy the sounds of nature on the trail to the gorgeous Buttermilk Falls. This petite beauty may not be the biggest waterfall in Vermont, but the easy hike is particularly gorgeous in fall. You'll find this sweet hidden gem in Okemo State Forest in Ludlow.

5. Everett Cave, Bennington

Finally, head to the Southern Vermont College campus to check out Everett Cave! While it's only a short hike to reach this natural wonder, there's an incline. SVC has quite an extensive trail network to explore, and this cave is a must-see if you are in the area!

Have you visited any of these gorgeous caves (or waterfalls) in Vermont? Do you have any tips on how others can make the most of their experience?

Aside from some absolutely beautiful natural wonders, there's so much more to explore in our state. Check out these road trip ideas for more Vermont travel inspo.