Wilmington

City / town · Vermont

Wilmington

Best timeMay–Oct
From you
Nearest airportRUT · 46 mi
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Overview

Wilmington is a town in Windham County, Vermont, United States.

3 things to do · 3 places to eat · 1 places to stay

Updated from Wikivoyage on 1 October 2026 · Something wrong or missing? Improve it on Wikivoyage

Best things about Wilmington

Mount Snow Skiing and Riding

Located only 29 miles from Interstate 91, Mount Snow is Vermont's closest big mountain to Northeast metropolitan areas.

Vermont Snowmobiling

Explore picturesque scenic trails and beautiful vistas in the Green Mountain National Forest.

Vermont Sleigh Rides

The sleigh ride operation has three sleighs and can accommodate up to 50 people at a time. Each sleigh can hold 15-18 people.

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: May–Oct. Summer highs reach about 84°F; winter lows dip to about 16°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Jul and Jun. (climate data from nearby Albany)

Jan: 2.6 in rain2.6"Jan: high 33°F, low 16°F33°16°JanFeb: 2.3 in rain2.3"Feb: high 36°F, low 18°F36°18°FebMar: 3.1 in rain3.1"Mar: high 45°F, low 26°F45°26°MarApr: 3.1 in rain3.1"Apr: high 59°F, low 37°F59°37°AprMay: 3.4 in rain3.4"May: high 71°F, low 48°F71°48°MayJun: 4.1 in rain4.1"Jun: high 79°F, low 57°F79°57°JunJul: 4.6 in rain4.6"Jul: high 84°F, low 62°F84°62°JulAug: 3.8 in rain3.8"Aug: high 82°F, low 61°F82°61°AugSep: 3.7 in rain3.7"Sep: high 74°F, low 53°F74°53°SepOct: 3.9 in rain3.9"Oct: high 62°F, low 41°F62°41°OctNov: 3.0 in rain3"Nov: high 49°F, low 32°F49°32°NovDec: 3.3 in rain3.3"Dec: high 38°F, low 23°F38°23°Dec

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

  • From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
  • RUT Rutland - Southern Vermont Regional Airport, Rutland — 46 mi away. Directions
  • ALB Albany International Airport, Albany — 48 mi away (major hub). Directions
Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

  • Typical meal: about $9 per person at listed restaurants.

See the Sleep guide ↓ for places to stay.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

  • Morning Mount Snow Skiing and Riding, Vermont Snowmobiling
  • Lunch Clara’s Cucina
  • Afternoon Vermont Sleigh Rides
  • Dinner Dot's

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

Cuisine (tap to filter)

What to ask about, for your diet

    Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder

    Do

    Do Mount Snow Skiing and Riding

    Located only 29 miles from Interstate 91, Mount Snow is Vermont's closest big mountain to Northeast metropolitan areas.

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    Do Vermont Snowmobiling

    Explore picturesque scenic trails and beautiful vistas in the Green Mountain National Forest.

    Maps

    Do Vermont Sleigh Rides

    The sleigh ride operation has three sleighs and can accommodate up to 50 people at a time. Each sleigh can hold 15-18 people.

    MapsWebsite

    Eat

    Eat Wahoo's Eatery

    BurgersDessert / Ice cream$

    A great Road Side Eatery offering hand patted burgers, fresh portabella mushroom wraps, sliced pork tenderloin, shakes, & soft serve ice cream. Large lawns for the kids to run around-a bit of a landmark in Wilmington

    📍 2 White's Rd💲 $8-$10☎ +1 802 464-0110
    Video reviews: Instagram reels · TikTok · YouTube
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    Sleep

    Stay The White House Inn

    Victorian mansion with elegant yet relaxed surroundings.

    📍 178 Route 9 East Wilmington☎ +1 802-464-5005
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