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Great River Outfitters offers gear and guidance for paddling, fishing, and exploring the Connecticut River. The Path of Life Garden is a reflection place with sculptures and a hedge maze.
Main Street Racing offers high-speed excitement with indoor slot car racing for all ages and skill levels. It's a fun, family-friendly destination where friendly competition and fast-paced action await. And while you are there, take your car through the automatic car wash!
Windsor's new skatepark offers a modern space for skateboarders, BMX riders, and scooter enthusiasts of all skill levels. Featuring a variety of ramps, rails, and street-style elements. The park also has fenced in area for dogs.
The Windsor Recreation Department offers year-round opportunities for active fun with parks, playgrounds, athletic fields, tennis and pickleball courts, walking trails, and programs for all ages. From youth sports and community events to outdoor fitness and recreation, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
John P. Larkin Country Club is a scenic 9‑hole golf course with a welcoming clubhouse and well‑maintained greens, offering a relaxing escape for golfers amid Vermont’s landscapes.
Paradise BARK is Windsor's community dog park, offers a fenced space where dogs can run, play, and socialize off leash. With separate areas for large and small dogs, open green space, and a welcoming atmosphere, it's a favorite destination for both four-legged visitors and their owners.
The Windsor Community Gardens provide a welcoming space where residents and visitors can enjoy the beauty of flowers, vegetables, and shared green space. Cultivated by local gardeners, the gardens celebrate community, sustainability, and the joy of growing fresh food while adding color and natural beauty to Windsor.
Visitors can enjoy swimming, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, and non-motorized boating, while nature lovers and birdwatchers can appreciate the pond's beauty and abundant wildlife. In winter you can enjoy ice fishing, ice skating, and other winter recreation.
Paradise Park, Windsor's 200+ acre Town Forest, features scenic hiking trails, excellent birdwatching, and peaceful fishing along the shores of Lake Runnemede. Explore the forest, admire the lily pads in bloom, and watch for the bald eagles that regularly vist.
The Windsor Grasslands Wildlife Management Area protects hundreds of acres of open fields, wetlands, and forests that provide habitat for a wide variety of birds and wildlife. Visitors can enjoy walking, birdwatching, wildlife photography, hunting, snowshoeing, and peaceful nature observation while experiencing one of Vermont's most important grassland ecosystems.
Other Recreation Resources and Nearby Attractions
AMAS is made up of individuals with a shared interest in the environment. Their mission is to promote enjoyment, appreciation, and conservation of nature through education, habitat protection, and advocacy for the benefit of our communities and all living things.
A hands-on science center offering interactive exhibits, outdoor exploration, and family-friendly learning experiences focused on nature, physics, engineering, and the environment. Engage with live demonstrations, discovery labs, and riverside trails.
Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park preserves the home, studios, and gardens of renowned sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens. Stroll beautifully landscaped grounds, explore inspiring art galleries, enjoy outdoor sculptures, and experience a unique blend of art, history, and nature in a picturesque setting.
Offering year-round adventures on the slopes and trails of Mount Ascutney. Enjoy mountain biking, hiking, and disc golf, alpine skiing, snowboarding, tubing, uphill touring, and snowshoeing. With activities for all ages and skill levels, it's a favorite destination for outdoor recreation in every season.
Vermont's "Little Grand Canyon," is one of the state's most breathtaking natural attractions. Hike scenic trails, enjoy spectacular views from the historic bridge, explore the Ottauquechee River below, or experience year-round outdoor recreation surrounded by dramatic cliffs and forested landscapes.
VINS Nature Center is a leading nature center dedicated to wildlife rehabilitation, environmental education, and conservation. Visitors can explore engaging exhibits, walk forested nature trails, and observe native birds of prey in outdoor aviaries while learning about ecosystems and wildlife.
Mount Ascutney State Park offers spectacular hiking, camping, and scenic drives on one of Vermont's most iconic peaks. Explore miles of wooded trails, discover panoramic summit views, enjoy picnicking and wildlife watching, or experience the thrill of hang gliding and paragliding from one of the Northeast's premier launch sites.
Running Bear Camping Area offers a peaceful riverside getaway with campsites for tents and RVs along the Connecticut River. Guests can enjoy fishing, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, hiking, and live music in the summer.
A local sportsmen’s club dedicated to coon hunting traditions, responsible wildlife stewardship, and outdoor recreation. The organization brings together members to share knowledge, participate in events and competitions, and celebrate Vermont’s hunting heritage in a community-focused setting.