Millstone Hill Touring and Recreation Center
Vermont's Man Made Natural Wonder

422 Websterville Rd. East Barre Vermont
Shop tel. 802-479-3263
Office tel. 802-479-1000

*** Grand Reopening of The Millstone Hill Touring Center ***
Saturday May 6th, 2006

* For the schedule of events, CLICK HERE

Open Every Day 9:30 am to 5:00 pm

Millstone Hill Touring Center is Vermont's newest non-motorized Recreation Center. over 1500 acres of unique terrain, with over 40 miles of senic trails, provide access to dozens of Historic Quarry sites. at Millstone Hill there is something for every outdoor enthusiast:

Over 20 miles of challenging single track Mountain bike trails already ranked one of Vermont's Five Best Mountain bik Networks.

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 relaxed 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.

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

"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."
The Boston Glope-Oct 23, 2005

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

******For more information on the millstone Trails association, Central Vermont's non-profit organization dedicated to developing and maintaining this new non-motorized trail network on barre's Historic Quarry Lands, CLICK HERE.

******For those visiting Millstone Hill seeking moderate overnight accommodations, consider our on site camping sites and our new Recreation Dorm.

CAMP SITES: Attractive campsites are available on the property adjoining the Touring center. Each campsite has a fire pit and access to our Recreation Dorm for use of shower facilities. Campsite fee is $16.00 per site. ( shower Fee is $3.00 )

RECREATION DORM: A great alternative to camping. Three semi-private rooms with one double bed in each room. Common area provides a small kitchen area with a refrigerator, toaster oven and microwave, table and chairs and a sitting area. Located on the floor above The Touring Center in the same Historic Barn, our Rec. Dorm has the warmth and feel of an old-fashioned summer camp. This is ideal for small groups traveling together or those traveling on a budget yet still preferring the comforts of home. Shower facility included. Dorm fee is $40 for one person in a room, $50 for two. Rent the whole Dorm for $125 per night, sleeps up to 8 people.

For Directions, CLICK HERE.

Welcome to The Millstone Hill Touring Center!