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Molly Stark Scenic Byway
Connecting the town of Brattleboro to Bennington, this 48-mile stretch of the byway is as historic as it is beautiful.
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Molly Stark Scenic Byway Details
Connecting the town of Brattleboro to Bennington, this 48-mile stretch of the byway is as historic as it is beautiful. This route follows the path of General John Stark, who traveled this road with his soldiers after returning from the Battle of Bennington. There are many iconic stops along the way that are worth visiting, including museums, state parks, and historic bridges. Since this route travels through the tree-lined Green Mountain National Forest, it is also a popular route for leaf peepers in the fall.
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Nearby Parks Around Molly Stark Scenic Byway
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Molly Stark Scenic Byway
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0.4 mi away
Brattleboro Retreat Trail Network
Encompassing 9 miles of hillside trails, this network has something for all types of hikers.
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Wantastiquet State Forest
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2.2 mi away
Fort Dummer State Park
Although the structure is no longer visible, this state park overlooks Fort Dummer, the first European settlement in Vermont.
3.4 mi away
Naulakha (Rudyard Kipling House)
This historic site was once the home of Rudyard Kipling, an English poet and novelist famous for such stories as The Jungle Book, The Seven Seas, and Captains Courageous.
5.9 mi away
Hinsdale Setbacks
Hugging the state border between New Hampshire and Vermont, this birding area along the Connecticut River is relatively unknown.
