Route 108

Vermont Route 108 is a north–south state highway that begins in downtown Stowe and ends at the Canadian boarder in a town called Franklin.

VT 108 passes through the Mount Mansfield State Forest. The road is very steep and turning, makes for great skiing in the winter when the road is closed. But now that the road is open again, there is a whole world of possibilities for fun outdoor activities until it closes again in October after the first snowfall.

Along the road, there are small parking areas where rock climbing and hiking are very accessible and many road cyclists take the steep incline as a challenge and pedal up the road. Surrounded by streams in the heart of the green mountains Route 108 is one of the best roads, in my opinion, in Vermont for outdoor adventures. Located next to Mount Mansfield, the weather can change instantly and it is always colder than you expect it is going to be. I always advise packing/ wearing warmer clothing while playing in the woods off of 108.

I hope everyone gets a chance this summer to drive Rt 108, The Notch Rd, and explore the boulder fields, rock climb, hike or find a local swimming hole alongside to have fun in!