Food scene
Their desserts are so good and have large variety. Small town, big taste.
18 locals recommend
Wheel Inn Restaurant
730 Lake RdTheir desserts are so good and have large variety. Small town, big taste.
Johnny Boys Pancake House
182 US-4Big omelettes with all kinds of fillings.
Roots
55 Washington StThe Railyard Taproom & Restaurant
209 BroadwayLittle Burger joint with full bar and dining room. Near Rail Trail in Poultney, VT. About 8 miles from Castleton Rail Trail entrance.
Toad's Burger Bar
Little Burger joint with full bar and dining room. Near Rail Trail in Poultney, VT. About 8 miles from Castleton Rail Trail entrance.
Beer, Wine, Spirits
Small local bar, located 1.3 miles away with limited menu including sandwich choices or pizza
Tomasi's
2 Liberty StScotch Hill Brewery
American Legion Post 49
Castleton American Legion
Hiking
Multiple trails from beginner to experienced. Some are hiking, some are mountain biking.
32 locals recommend
Pine Hill Park
2 Oak St ExtMultiple trails from beginner to experienced. Some are hiking, some are mountain biking.
Long Trail
Long TrailThis is a short walk from the road perfect for a quick stop at a small natural waterfall. Short distance past the Killington Access Road on a dirt road. Be aware parts of the road can be soft during mud season so exercise good judgement to prevent getting stuck!
49 locals recommend
Thundering Brook Falls Trail
2295 River Rd ForkThis is a short walk from the road perfect for a quick stop at a small natural waterfall. Short distance past the Killington Access Road on a dirt road. Be aware parts of the road can be soft during mud season so exercise good judgement to prevent getting stuck!
This trail can have a couple steep places, but many people manage well with kids. The roots are pretty big so strollers aren’t a good idea. It’s a walk or carry for your little ones. Places to stop and rest on way. Not for those who have difficulty with walking.
40 locals recommend
Deer Leap Trail
139 US-4This trail can have a couple steep places, but many people manage well with kids. The roots are pretty big so strollers aren’t a good idea. It’s a walk or carry for your little ones. Places to stop and rest on way. Not for those who have difficulty with walking.
Parking also in Castleton at Castleton University. Approx 10 miles between Castleton and Poultney.
D&H Rail Trail Parking, Poultney VT
Parking also in Castleton at Castleton University. Approx 10 miles between Castleton and Poultney.
Laundromat
Cleaning Center
Car Racing
Devil's Bowl Speedway
If you like car racing this is the place.
Traveler advice
Don't miss
Concert in the Park
Summertime Concerts in the Park every Thursday 7pm-9pm
Don't miss
Fall Mountain Vineyard
Tasting room with views of Mountains, located across the street. Open seasonally.
Getting around
Limited Public Transportation
Personal transportation is key to getting around this area.