Hikes and Walks
Experience the beauty of Vermont on foot!


Hiking at Smugglers’ Notch Resort
Join a guided hike or explore the area on your own!
Explore the natural beauty of Vermont’s Green Mountains with our variety of guided hikes and self-guided recommendations, both on and off property. Whether your family seeks a leisurely adventure or a challenging trek, we have something for everyone!
Hikes, Wikes, Walks – What’s the difference?
Our guided hiking adventures are called hikes, wikes, and walks to help you choose the degree of difficulty and duration of the outing that is right for you.
Walks
A 1 1/2 hour walk involving mild to moderate exercise. Considered the easiest in difficulty.
Wikes
A little longer in duration, up to 3 hours, and moderate to demanding exercise.
Hikes
The most physically demanding and longest in duration, typically 4-6 hours.
Explore our guided adventures…
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Mushroom Hunt
Join our expert for a 1.5-hour walk to explore edible mushrooms and their toxic look-alikes at Smugglers’ Notch Resort.
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Llama Treks
Enjoy a hike and picnic with the Northern Vermont Llama Company around Smugglers’ Notch, where llamas carry your provisions, complemented by Ben & Jerry’s ice cream.
On-site self-guided adventures
Discover the natural beauty of Smugglers’ Notch!
Explore the trail system within the resort at your own pace. Our trails are perfect for families looking to enjoy a leisurely adventure, offering a variety of paths through lush forests and scenic landscapes. Enjoy the freedom to embark on your journey whenever you’re ready and immerse yourself in the serene surroundings of Vermont’s Green Mountains.
Start your self-guided scavenger hunt adventure at the Gazebo. Follow the clues around the Village, find the hidden letters, and unscramble them to discover the secret word.
Can you unscramble the word? Here are your clues!
- Head to the courts of the 2nd fastest growing sport that rhymes with nickel.
- Here you can play Mini golf and mine for gold. Look for a sign near the beginning hole.
- Mama’s lead their families here to meet and trek with llamas
- Smugglers Notch has winter, spring, summer, and fall. Head to the pond at the entrance that has a view of it all.
- We go here to throw and have a good time. You’ll find this clue near hole 2 of the village nine.
- Head to the green where family events can be seen. Look for this clue near the gazebo.
The secret word answer can be found at the Tennis Center.