- The list below includes 83 free or cheap things to do in or near Windsor, Vermont, including 78 different types of inexpensive activities like Gardens, National & State Parks, Hiking Trails and Breweries.
- From Mount Ascutney to Cornish-Windsor Covered Bridge, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Windsor and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Woodstock, Hanover, Ludlow and Quechee.
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The total span of the park that contains Mount Ascutney is roughly 2000 acres. There are several camping sites, picnic areas, and paths for hiking that go all the way to the summit of the mountain.
0.4 Miles
The Cornish-Windsor Covered Bridge spans the Connecticut River between Cornish, New Hampshire and Windsor, Vermont. There were three bridges built on the site before the construction of the current bridge that is popular for bikers.
2.5 Miles
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70 votes
36 Park Road, Windsor, VT 05089
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There are two separate areas of the Great River Outfitters & The Path of Life Garden. Specifically, the Great River Outfitters is an outdoor adventure outfitting company while the Path of Life is an expertly landscaped garden with 18 works of art on display.
0.7 Miles
Located in the Windsor Municipal Forest area, Paradise Park is situated on 200 acres that provides access to the forest and to Lake Runnenede. The park contains open space, hiking trails and habits for wildlife.
2.3 Miles
Cider Hill Gardens is an art gallery that specializes in growing Peonies, Daylilies, Hostas, and Woodland and Primrose offerings. The gallery sells potted plants and hosts special events in the gardens.
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Allowing visitors to travel up Mount Ascutney, Brownsville Trail is 3.2 miles long leading to an old quarry with equipment along the trail. The trail is used for hiking and offers a view of the surrounding area.
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1826 Back Mountain Rd, Route 44A, Windsor, VT 05089
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The Mt. Ascutney State Park is a state park that is best known for the open stone pavilion that has 4 picnic tables and can seat up to 30 people at a time. The camp can be used for hiking or exercising.
2.4 Miles
Visitors can travel through and view 18 works of art that represent a variety of elements of human life at Path of Life Sculpture Garden. The garden sculptures and surrounding expanse cover 14 acres.
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Wolf Creek is 11,100 acres of water and 250 miles of land used for activities like camping, horseback riding, snowmobiling, boating, fishing, water skiing and swimming. Deer, pheasant and wild turkey are among the wildlife seen there.
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As a conservation area, Lake Runnemede offers views of the surrounding nature and wildlife. Visitors aren't allowed to swim or fish here, but they may walk along the path and enjoy the scenery.