Contact Information
103 South Main Street
Waterbury, VT 05671
802-241-3670
This beautiful area of Vermont is known for its numerous 3,000 foot elevations, wonderful fishing ponds, fast-moving coldwater streams and plenty of opportunities for downhill skiing. The Mendon Peak is one of the few mountains peaks within Vermont that does not offer trails, consequently the forest of spruce, balsam firm and alpine plants remain relatively undisturbed. Shrewsbury Peak is a popular hiking destination surrounded by a mixed conifer forest. Also, the Killington Ski area is located in the northern end of the Forest offering 162 trails with 49% accommodating novice skiers, 20% intermediate and 31% expert. The vertical drop is over 3,000 feet.This huge State Forest is a recreation haven. It offers some of Vermont's best downhill skiing opportunities, wonderful historical sites -- primarily a restored village including the birthplace and boyhood home of the 30th President of the United States, Calvin Coolidge (1872-1933). Many of the original furnishings may be viewed. Several natural features within the Forest include Mendon Peak and Shrewsbury Peak.
This beautiful area of Vermont is known for its numerous 3,000 foot elevations, wonderful fishing ponds, fast-moving cold-water streams and plenty of opportunities for downhill skiing. The Killington Ski area is located in the northern end of the Forest offering 162 trails with 49% accommodating novice skiers, 20% intermediate and 31% expert. The vertical drop is over 3,000 feet. Viewing President Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site, along with miles of hiking and cross-country ski trails are available as well as primitive camping and hunting opportunities.
Winter daytime temperatures average between 16 and 18 degrees Fahrenheit (between -9 and -8 Celsius). Summer daytime temperatures average between 68 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit (20 and 21 Celsius). Much of the state's precipitation is the result of snow, particularly throughout the mountains. The Heart of Vermont Travel Region has diverse precipitation totals ranging from 40 to 44 inches (102 and 112 centimeters) in the center area of the region decreasing to less than 36 inches (91 centimeters) along the state lines of New York and New Hampshire.
