Smugglers' Notch State Park
A good spot for picnicking, hiking, and/or camping, Smugglers’ Notch is a narrow pass through the Green Mountains that's lined with 1,000-foot cliffs. The climb to Sterling Pond also takes you to the Long Trail and to the top of the Smuggs ski slopes. Stop by the Barnes Camp Visitor Center for maps and information about the park, then head out on the 3½-mile-long scenic highway that passes through the steep and winding pass; make sure you take the time to enjoy the view. The park is filled with recreational opportunities like bouldering, biking, ice climbing, and cave exploring.
