Millstone Hill Touring and Recreation Center

Vermont's Man-Made Natural Wonder

Millstone Hill Touring Center is Vermont's newest non-motorized Recreation Center. Over 1500 acres of unique terrain, with over 70 miles of senic trails, provide access to dozens of historic quarry sites. At Millstone Hill there is something for every outdoor enthusiast:

Over 50 miles of challenging single-track mountain bike trails, ranked one of Vermont's five best mountain bike networks by Vermont Sports Magazine, and one of America's five best new mountain bike centers by Bike Magazine!
Over 20 miles of scenic hiking trails leading to spectacular "grout" pile lookouts.
Miles and miles of abandoned rail beds and old quarry roads providing moderate trails for family biking.
In winter experience Millstone Hill on our 40 kilometers of groomed snowshoe and cross country ski trails.

One hundred years ago, Millstone Hill was the site of over 75 small independent quarry operations, fueling Barre's dramatic 19th century growth and prosperity. Virtually every square foot of millstone hill was cleared and quarried. During the 20th century, as quarry operations consolidated, these smaller independents closed down. Gradually the quarries filled with water and the forest returned. What was a virtual industrial wasteland was reclaimed by nature.

In 2005 over 1500 acres of Barre's Historic quarry lands were, for the first time ever, opened to the public. Miles and miles of recreation trails have been created giving access to several dozen historic quarry sites. In summer hike, bike or pinic on some of Vermont's most unique terrain. In winter experience Millstone Hill on skis or snowshoes. While enjoying our spectacular scenery and our amazing "grout" pile lookouts learn about Central Vermont's fascinating granite heritage.

Critical Acclaim

Check out the Millstone Hill Touring Center and see what the buzz is all about!

For mountain bikers visiting Vermont for the first time, or for grizzled locals who think they have ridden it all, the Millstone Hill Trails are not to be missed. What's more, they provide access to some of the most awe-inspiring landscapes in the region.Burlington Free Press, July 4 2008

Barre is well-know for its world class granite, but is about to become famous for another reason....The Millstone Hill touring Center.Vermont Sports, Sept 2005

Great Trails...They're Awesome.Boston Globe, Oct 23, 2005

Millstone Hill will become both a recreational Mecca and a door to the amazing history of Barre's Granite Trade.Barre Montpelier Times Argus, June 2005

Lodging

Millstone Hill offers a variety of trail-side lodging. Whether you are looking for the first-class amenities of the Lodge at Millstone Hill, or the more affordable rustic setting of the Cottage at Millstone Hill, individual rooms or discounted group rates are available.

If camping is your preference, sweet trail-side primitive camp sites can be reserved.