Local Area Attractions Near Brattleboro North KOA Journey

This corner of Vermont, with easy access to northern Massachusetts and southwestern New Hampshire, offers attractions for all ages and lifestyles. Choose from places that create thrills, inspiration, relaxation, fulfillment, joy, and memories. The order of the extensive list is by grouping similar attractions: low key and thrill seekers theme parks, famous flagship stores, nature activities, historical attractions, golf courses, the visual and performing arts and more!

Canoe and Kayak Rental

Canoe and Kayak Rental

Explore the scenic Retreat Meadows, West and Connecticut Rivers in a kayak or canoe from the Vermont Canoe Touring Center.  They also have tubes for rent!

451 Putney Road

Brattleboro, VT 05301

802-257-5008

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Overview Of Brattleboro Vermont

Overview Of Brattleboro Vermont

A great website to quickly see all that the vibrant town has to offer while you are visiting.

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Brattleboro Area Farmers' Market

Brattleboro Area Farmers' Market

The Brattleboro Area Farmers' Market is Southern Vermont's premier farmers' market featuring over 50 vendors with agricultural products, crafts, live music, animals, and ethnic foods from around the world. Whether you are local or a tourist, you can stop by to get your weekly produce and grab a quick lunch, or come with your family and stay for the day! Opens in early May.

Brattleboro Antiques Mall and Stores

Brattleboro Antiques Mall and Stores

From bargains to high end collectibles, Brattleboro has it all in antique and vintage items.

Saved in the Nick of Time
Renaissance Antiques
Twice Upon a Time
Distinctive Decor
Millie's Antiques
Experienced Goods

Next Stage Arts Project

Next Stage Arts Project

Newly renovated performance space in Putney.  Plays, music, movies....
Check out their calendar!

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Hogback Mountain's '100 Mile View'

Hogback Mountain's '100 Mile View'

Hogback Mountain, between Wilmington and Brattleboro on VT Route 9, features a grand vista. You can also grab a creemee and some delicous fudge while you shop for souviners.

7627 VT-9

Marlboro, VT 05363

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Old Deerfield Village

Old Deerfield Village

Situated on a 330-year-old, mile-long street, Historic Deerfield preserves and interprets the architecture, artifacts and lifestyle of a prosperous early New England town. Historic Deerfield is a family-friendly museum with many offerings for "kids" from 8 to 80. The Children's History Workshop provides a variety of learning experiences, as well as a space where children and grown-ups can relax. See their website for the schedule.

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Robert Frost Stone House Museum

Robert Frost Stone House Museum

The Robert Frost Stone House Museum is a literary landmark, only minutes away from Frost's gravesite in Bennington. It was opened in 2002 to honor America's favorite poet. Frost lived in the Stone House in South Shaftsbury, Vermont from 1920 to 1929. Here, Frost composed many of the pieces that became part of New Hampshire, his first Pulitzer Prize-winning volume that included "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening."

Open:
May 1-October 31
Admission:
Adults: $10, Seniors and Students: $6, Under 18: $5, Active Duty Personnel and children under 10: free

121 Vermont Rte 7a

Shaftsbury, VT 05262

802-447-6200

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Bennington Monument

Bennington Monument

The Battle of Bennington took place on August 16, 1777, during the Revolutionary War. A victory for the American forces, the Battle of Bennington marked a turning point for America in their quest for independence it was the first of several triumphs that forced the surrender of the British forces. Although the battle is named for Bennington, the fighting took place just over the border in New York.

Visitors and locals alike can ride an elevator to the top of the Bennington Monument for panoramic views of the valleys and the hills of Vermont, Massachusetts and New York. The stone monument, which is about 306 feet (about 93.3 meters) above the streets of Bennington, marks the site of a critical supply depot during the Revolutionary War.

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Magic Wings

Magic Wings

Butterfly Conservatory and Gardens Monarchs Restaurant: The newly expanded 8,000-square foot conservatory houses nearly 4,000 native and tropical butterflies year-round. It is also home to many plants and a pond with a small waterfall and brilliantly colored Japanese carp called koi. Visitors are delighted with the many different varieties of butterflies swooping gracefully amidst the plants and flowers.

281 Greenfield Rd

South Deerfield, MA 01373

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Brattleboro Country Club

Brattleboro Country Club

With roots stretching back to its founding in 1914 but a feel as contemporary as its 2000 remodeling, the Brattleboro Country Club is an 18-hole jewel of southern Vermont, member-owned but open to all who care to stroll its inviting fairways.
The Wayne Stiles-Steve Durkee design offers golfers the best of all possible worlds--variety as well as challenge, in a routing that skillfully blends short and long holes, elevated tee shots and daunting uphill treks, one potentially drivable par-4, and exciting par-3s, all in routinely superb conditioning in the wooded beauty of Vermont.

Book tee times online.

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Green Mountain Spinnery Mill Store

Green Mountain Spinnery Mill Store

Green Mountain Spinnery Natural Fiber Yarn - A Worker-Owned Cooperative in Putney, Vermont. 
Since their founding thirty years ago, they have been designing and producing richly colored, must-touch classic and contemporary yarns. To this day, their goals remain unchanged: to create yarns of the highest quality, to help sustain regional sheep farming, and to develop environmentally sound ways to process natural fibers.
Store, guided tours, and special events.

7 Brickyard Lane

Putney, VT 05346

802-387-4528

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White Water Rafting and Funyaks

White Water Rafting and Funyaks

Crab Apple Whitewater is pleased to bring you five different white water rafting adventures. River rafting trips range from mild to WILD, full or half-day in rafts and inflatable kayaks. From beginners to more experienced rafters, they will enjoy taking your family down these beautiful rivers. Their beautiful base camp is located on the banks of the Deerfield River along the Mohawk Trail in Charlemont, MA, which is 45 minutes from the campground.

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Harriman Reservoir

Harriman Reservoir

Harriman Reservoir, also known as Lake Whitingham, on Route 100 near Wilmington, is the largest body of water completely within Vermont's borders. It was built by New England Power Company as part of their hydro-electric system and finished in 1923. Over eight miles long, with 28 miles of winding coastline, the lake provides hours of relaxing fun for swimmers, boaters and fishermen alike.

High Country WaveRunner & Water Sport Rentals. Owned and operated by local residents Mark and Wendy Pederson, visitors can rent waverunners, jet boats and pontoon boats for use on Harriman Reservoir. 802-464-2108

L.A. Burdick Chocolate Flagship Store, Cafe, and Restaurant

L.A. Burdick Chocolate Flagship Store, Cafe, and Restaurant

The home base cafe on Main Street in Walpole, New Hampshire offers an extensive variety of pastries and drinks in a serene environment - the perfect setting for reading, writing, and visiting with friends. Walpole is also the location of their chocolate and pastry production. Step into the café and you just might find yourself walking out with one of our elegantly striped bags, filled with chocolates and pastries - perhaps a classic wooden box of chocolates or our signature chocolate ganache birthday cake or one of our whimsical holiday gifts.  Next door, The Restaurant at Burdicks presents quality ingredients, an imaginative menu and impeccable service along with a distinctive wine list.

47 Main St #3300

Walpole, NH 03608

603-756-2882

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Yankee Candle Flagship Store

Yankee Candle Flagship Store

Step into the world of fragrance and discover all the possibilities for creating a warm and welcoming home. From the inviting displays of our newest fragrances and familiar favorites, to home décor accessories, you'll experience America's best-loved candles firsthand. You can see, hold, and smell the true-to-life fragrances and find the one that's just right for you. Our knowledgeable, welcoming staff is ready to help you find the perfect gift, a favorite in our Treasures area, or a new scent. As always, if you can't find it in our store, we'll help you order it online. Stop in and see us. At Yankee Candle, you're always family.

25 Greenfield Rd``

(877) 636-7707

South Deerfield, MA 01373

877-636-7707

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West Dummerston Covered Bridge

West Dummerston Covered Bridge

This bridge is closest to the campground and is the longest covered bridge that is entirely in the state of Vermont. Built in 1872 this bridge crosses over the West River and has a small parking lot at the end of the bridge where you can park and even sneak down to the River to enjoy a dip.

2891 W River Rd

Dummerston, VT 05346

Walker Farm

Walker Farm

Located right next door, the Walker Farm has the best flowers, plants, fruits and vegetables anyone could offer. The farm stand has even more to offer with locally baked goods, meats, and eggs. A one-stop shop for your campfire bbq.

1190 US-5

East Dummerston, VT 05346

802-254-2051

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Brattleboro Museum & Art Center

Brattleboro Museum & Art Center

The museum galleries are open to the public Wednesday-Sunday, 10-4, with the following exceptions:— CLOSED on January 1, July 4, Thanksgiving Day, and December 25
— CLOSED for occasional exhibition changeovers (Sunday, March 10 – Friday, March 15, 2024; Monday,  June 17 – Friday, June 21, 2024)
— OPEN on the following Monday holidays: Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Indigenous Peoples' DayAdmission is free

10 Vernon St

Brattleboro, VT 05301

802-257-0124

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