Visit a Maple Farm

Vermont is the top producer of maple syrup in the country because of the maple trees that transform the state's autumnal landscape into a riot of color. From late February to early April, when the sugar houses are fully boiled and you can taste the golden syrup being created, is the best time to visit for the whole maple experience. Parties centered around "sugaring off" and the snow-covered chewy sweets are popular during that time. Many farms offer horse-drawn sled or wagon rides into the grove, sometimes known as a sugar bush, and others offer hot cider and fresh cider doughnuts.

Two of these farms are open all year round for visitors to explore, learn about the procedure, and sample syrup and other maple-derived goods. You may sample maple products and view exhibits on tapping trees and manufacturing syrup at the 8th-generation family-owned Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks in Montpelier. A variety of maple treats and other goods created in Vermont are available in the gift store. Additionally, there is an outdoor museum of Vermont farm life. You may sample cheese and maple syrup, two traditional Vermont goods, at Sugarbush Farm in Woodstock. Both are manufactured at a third-generation farm, and you can observe the cheesemaking process if it is happening in the dairy. Samples of jams, mustards, smoked meats, and other locally produced treats are also available in the shop. Views from the hilltop location are stunning.

Guided tours begin in the woodshed theater, where colorful videos and live presentations give guests the history of Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks, and end with a delicious sweet treat. Visitors will also be able to walk along their nature trail, check out whimsical carved folklife figures created by Burr Morse, and explore the outdoor Vermont farm life museum and country store.

Location: 1168 County Road, Montpelier, VT

Website: https://thevermontmaplefarm.myshopify.com/

Phone: (802) 222-1654

TripAdvisor Rating: 5.0/5.0