Vermont may be best known for their skiing in the winter, but state natives and tourists alike relish the Vermont summers. Outdoor lovers can enjoy camping, fishing, hiking, paddle boarding, and all sorts of other outdoor activities. Here are some suggestions on the many things to do in Vermont in the summer.

• Vermont Days: Vermont loves to celebrate the arrival of summer. They do so with Vermont Days in June, right at the start of summer. If you live in Vermont or are traveling there during that weekend, don’t miss this opportunity to visit any state park for free all weekend. June 11 is free fishing day so no license is required to fish for residents and non-residents alike. For history fans, Vermont Days also offers free admission to historical sites this weekend as well as free admission to the Vermont History Museum on the 11th.

• Mountain Resort Adventure Parks: Many of your favorite Vermont ski resorts are providing more fun summer adventures than ever before. A number of brand new adventure parks are opening this summer. Killington offers over a dozen new attractions this year at their new and improved Snowshed Adventure Center. Check out their alpine coaster, ropes course, terra maze, expanded mountain bike trails and more. Stowe has a zip line course, the TreeTop Adventure, and an indoor climbing wall. Visitors to Bromley can enjoy an alpine slide, zip lining, the Aerial Adventure Park, and a giant swing.

• Golfing: Vermont mountains make an incredible backdrop for a game of golf. If you want to slow down the pace of your summer adventures, play a round of golf at one of the picturesque golf courses Vermont has to offer. Most of the resort towns have beautiful and critically acclaimed golf courses so if you are planning trip to a resort town, just check their website for more information on a golf course nearby.

Clearly, there is so much to do in Vermont in the summer. This post only scratches the surface,  so check out all the options and see for yourself., but first check out our site for great deals on lodging and activities.