Spring in Vermont
Waterfalls, Wildflowers & Days You Don’t Rush
PHOTO: MOSS GLEN FALLS - STOWE, VERMONT
Chase the Water: Vermont Waterfalls in Spring
Spring is a great time to check out Vermont’s beautiful waterfalls. Snowmelt and rain turn quiet streams into something louder, faster, alive. And the truth is—you don’t have to look very hard. Vermont is filled with waterfalls. You’ll find them off back roads, tucked behind trailheads, hiding in plain sight. Half the fun is just stumbling onto one.
A few worth seeking out: Moss Glen Falls in Stowe is one of Vermont’s tallest waterfalls. It’s an easy walk and worth every step. Go early, take your time. Bingham Falls is a shorter drop nearby, tucked into a gorge. Quick hike, big payoff. Another Moss Glen Falls in Granville has a quieter kind of beauty. Less crowded, more stillness. Lye Brook Falls in Manchester has an incredibly tall cascade in peak flow. You’ll hear it before you see it.
Bring boots you don’t mind getting dirty. Spring in Vermont isn’t neat—and that’s the whole point.
PHOTO: SPRING BEAUTY (CLAYTONIA VIRGINICA)
Wild Ephemeral Things
Some of the best parts of spring are easy to miss if you’re moving too fast. Look down. Slow your pace.
You’ll start to see bloodroot, spring beauty, and trillium—small, fleeting wildflowers that don’t wait around. They bloom, they fade, and they remind you to pay attention.
And then there are morels. Morel mushrooms usually show up from early May through early June, with that sweet spot right around mid-May. If you know, you know. If you don’t, it’s a good excuse to wander the woods a little longer.
PHOTO: POND SKIMMERS BY BERNADETTE H.
A Little Chaos
Spring in Vermont has a sense of humor.
Pond skimming—where skiers and snowboarders try (and often fail) to glide across icy water—is one of those traditions that feels slightly ridiculous and completely necessary.
You’ll find events popping up across the state in April. Costumes encouraged. Falling in is part of the deal.
It’s winter letting go, just a little reluctantly.
Eat Like It’s Spring
By May, farmers markets start to come alive again. Early-season stands bring out the good stuff:
Carrots. Fiddleheads. Ramps. Spring garlic. Fresh sprouts.
It’s simple food, but it hits different when it’s local, just pulled from the ground, and sustainably harvested.
And if you’d rather sit down and let someone else do the work, Vermont’s food scene holds its own. For inspiration, browse the latest picks from SevenDays food writers and find a new favorite spot worth the drive.
The Layer You’ll Actually Want
Spring in Vermont doesn’t stick to one temperature. Mornings are crisp, afternoons soften, evenings cool back down. That’s where lightweight flannel comes in.
Our 4.1 oz lightweight flannel feels easy—about as light as a t-shirt, with that same lived-in softness you expect from us. It’s breathable when the sun’s out, and just enough when the air shifts.
Throw it on for a waterfall walk. Keep it tied around your waist when things warm up. Pull it back on when the sun drops behind the trees. No overthinking. Just a good layer that works.