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Mount Ascutney State Park
Unlike other areas in Vermont, this large state park has more to offer than just hiking (although there are more than 12 miles of trails if that is something you are interested in).
Plan Around Mount Ascutney State Park
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Mount Ascutney State Park Details
Unlike other areas in Vermont, this large state park has more to offer than just hiking (although there are more than 12 miles of trails if that is something you are interested in). This park is also popular for racing. Each summer, the park holds automobile, running, and cycling races to the 3,144-foot summit of Mount Ascutney. The history of the park dates back to the early 1930s, making it one of the first major projects for the Civilian Conservation Corps. 1,500-acres of the park are part of the National Register of Historic Places due to the historic structures built by the CCC. It is also possible to spend the night in the park, either at the base or near the summit. Tent sites, cabins, and lean-tos are all available to rent.
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Nearby Parks Around Mount Ascutney State Park
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Mount Ascutney State Park
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2.3 mi away
Mount Ascutney
This mountain has it all wooded forests, crystal clear streams, cascading waterfalls, and of course, jaw-dropping views.
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Wilgus State Park
Take a drive through the charming town of Weathersfield, and you will come across this beautiful state park.
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Old Constitution House
Considered to be the birthplace of Vermont, this home is where the Constitution of the Free and Independent State of Vermont was signed on July 8, 1977.
4.8 mi away
Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park
Augustus Saint-Gaudens was one of the greatest American sculptors -- the Adams Memorial in Washington, D.C. and the Robert Gould Shaw Memorial in Boston are among his finest works.
11.0 mi away
Toonerville Rail-Trail
Chasing the banks of the Black River, this 3.2-mile long trail is a fun downhill ride with tons of scenic sights to see along the way.
