The Mad River Valley is the Green Mountains’ best-kept secret, shhh… But since you already found out about it, we would love to share some of our favorite things to do in the Mad River Valley. Authenticity is the hallmark of the Mad River Valley. You’ll discover a place with a unique combination of scenic beauty, recreation, and community. “The Valley” exudes an ethos and sense of place that is truly palpable and gets its name from the Mad River, which runs through the heart of Vermont’s Green Mountains. It includes the towns of Waitsfield, Warren, Fayston and Moretown.

Hiking & Biking
Hiking
Take in the natural beauty of our state with an amazing hike. With trails ranging from short and simple to the world famous Long Trail, people of all skill levels will be able to enjoy the great outdoors.
Road & Mountain Biking
Situated in the heart of Vermont’s Green Mountains, the Mad River Valley features renowned off-road mountain biking trails. If you prefer to take in the beauty from the open road, there are plenty of scenic routes to enjoy the natural world.

Breweries & Distilleries
Make sure to enjoy a sip o’ sunshine at Lawson’s in nearby Waitsfield and get out there to explore a number of tremendous other beverage offerings across the Mad River Valley. From cutting edge craft distilleries to a number of breweries down the famous “IPA highway” you will not have to look hard to find your new favorite spot to stop off for a post hike or apres-ski libation.
Get out there and explore a number of tremendous beverage offerings across the Mad River Valley. You’re sure to find your new favorite spot to stop for a post hike libation with cutting edge craft distilleries and a number of breweries along the famous “IPA highway”.

Skiing & Snowboarding
As the number one destination for skiing and snowboarding in New England, Vermont offers plenty of winter adventures! Enjoy skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and more, all just a short distance from our lodge properties.

Local Dining
The Mad River Valley offers plenty of locally grown and produced meats, vegetables, cheese and more! The pairing of authentic farm-to-table foods with our eclectic community is sure to give you a quality dining experience in Vermont during your stay.

Unique Adventures
Just a short drive from our lodges you will find several excellent golf courses, hidden fishing holes, glider flights and enough adventure to satisfy any thrill seeker. Stay in the Mad River Valley and fish, play, soar, glide, ride and paddle the days away.

Farms & Markets
Enjoy the various local farms, specialty shops and farmers markets right here in the Mad River Valley. Taste the freshest local foods during your trip, then take home artisanal crafts and foods to share with your friends and family!

The Arts & Local Events
The Mad River Valley has a reason for any season. Come get away for a “Very Vermont” experience with quirky museums, live music, spring and summer festivals, fall harvest, winter ski races and plenty of seasonal events.

Day Trips
If you are interested in staying in one place but exploring the rest of our beautiful state, then you are in luck. Our lodges in the Mad River Valley are ideally located in North Central Vermont within an hour of Burlington, Stowe, Waterbury, Montpelier and countless charming towns along the way.
- Burlington, VT – On the eastern shore of Lake Champlain
- Stowe, VT – At the base of Mount Mansfield
- Waterbury, VT – Home to Ben & Jerry’s ice cream
- Montpelier, VT – The smallest state capital in the US

Swimming & Boating
Looking for a place to cool down in the summer? Have fun and cool off the Mad River way, with swimming holes and cliff jumping sites that are accessible only a short walk from your front door when you stay at one of our lodges!
Book Your Stay at One of Our Mad River Valley Lodges
Choose from Three Newly Renovated Lodging Properties in the Heart of it All
Mad River Lodge
A 22 room inn with simple rooms to family suites, just down the road from Mad River Glen.
Warren Lodge
Riverfront inn with 17 units, from simple rooms to family suites, plus 8 nearby condos.
White Horse Lodge
A 26-room inn located at the entrance to Sugarbush Mt. Ellen ski area.