Lyndon

Lyndon offers a variety of ways to enjoy a vacation: the Passumpsic River, with trails and paddling routes; mountain bike trails; historic covered bridges; and local events. You can choose from activities by the water, cycling, downhill skiing, disc golf, and insights into the town’s history. When looking for a vacation rental in Lyndon, it’s also worth considering which of these aspects you want to shape your stay.

Passumpsic River and Covered Bridges

Several streams and smaller waterways converge in Lyndon to form the Passumpsic River. The Paths Around Lyndon (PAL) River Trail runs along the river; it is a mowed, easy-to-walk trail. Access points are available from downtown and Lyndon Institute. The Passumpsic River also has paddling routes. The Passumpsic River Paddlers’ Trail is a community initiative to expand water-based recreational opportunities on the river. Walking along the river and planning a paddling trip are two different ways to include Lyndon’s waterscape in your vacation.

The Centre Covered Bridge spans the Passumpsic River in the Town of Lyndon. It is an outstanding surviving example of a 19th-century covered bridge with a Paddleford truss system. Lyndon has five historic covered bridges. Alongside river activities, those interested in architecture and history will find another distinct focus for their stay.

Local Life at Bandstand Park

Bandstand Park has a fountain that was purchased in New York in 1885. The park was formerly called Lyndonville Park. These two details give the place a historical dimension that can be discovered without a long sightseeing list: the park’s name and the fountain’s history are specific features of this spot. A farmers’ market is held there on Fridays. If you plan your stay for a Friday, you can include the market as a local event.

Another annual event is the Stars and Stripes Festival & Parade, celebrated in Lyndon every July. The Friday market and the July festival are different points of reference for planning a trip: one is a weekly event, while the other is an annual celebration held in July. Along with the historic bridges and the fountain, they offer insights into local life beyond cycling and water activities.

Trails, Disc Golf, and Forest Activities

Mountain bike trails in the Kingdom Trails Network run through Lyndon. Downhill skiing is available at the Lyndon Outing Club. The VTSU-Lyndon Frisbee Disc Golf Course, with 18 baskets, is also located on the 175-acre campus of Vermont State University-Lyndon. These offerings represent different kinds of active vacation days: mountain biking on trails, downhill skiing, and a round of disc golf on campus. When weighing these activities, you can think of Lyndon in terms of the kind of experience you want rather than a single sport.

A range of recreational activities is available in Lyndon State Forest, including birdwatching, hunting, snowshoeing, berry picking, and cross-country skiing. These options encompass nature observation, gathering, and activities in the forest.

More local guides: Saint Johnsbury, Waterford.

For the regional travel overview: Caledonia.