Vermont route stop · Vermont 100
Mad River Valley
covered bridges and classic Vermont villages
Featured driveVermont Route 100
StateVermont
Drive length~200 miles
Trip timefull day to a weekend
Mad River Valley is one of the places Roamward flags on the Vermont Route 100 because it gives the drive its texture: covered bridges and classic Vermont villages. Use it as a planned pull-over instead of letting the route become a blur between towns.
How it fits the drive
The Vermont 100 runs Stamford → Newport, VT. The spine of the Green Mountains.
Plan around it
Nearby route stops
- Waterbury — home of the Ben & Jerry’s factory (Vermont 100)
- Granville Gulf — a forest reserve with the Moss Glen Falls (Vermont 100)
Conditions, access, parking, fees, weather, and seasonal closures can change quickly on scenic routes. Check the managing agency or local visitor information before committing to a side stop.
Build a trip around Vermont 100 stops like this.
Roamward turns spots like this into a real road trip on your phone — the scenic drive, the stops, and the detours, planned around the vibe you’re after. Get early access: