Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks
Time Needed: half-day
Experience Type: cultural heritage, offbeat & fun
There are more than 1,500 sugarhouses operating in Vermont, including Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks. Sample maple delights, explore nature trails, meet farm goats, and discover the craft of sugaring at this family-run sugar shack just minutes from the state capital.
MUST-DO CHECKLIST
- Indulge in Maple Treats – Taste pure Vermont maple syrup, candies, and a maple creemee, the state’s signature soft-serve ice cream treat. It’s an irresistible sweet experience.
- Learn How Maple Syrup is Made – In the Woodshed Theatre, catch a fun, informative film that explains the process, offering a peek into Vermont’s most famous natural craft.
- Sample Sugar on Snow – In winter, enjoy hot maple syrup drizzled over packed snow to create chewy, sweet taffy-like bites. Locals balance out the sweetness with a dill pickle.
- Walk the Maple Trail – Stroll this wooded nature path, learn about maple production, and meet Rex and James, the farm’s playful goats, who charm visitors of all ages.
- Step Inside the Sugarhouse – During sugaring season (mid-February to mid-April), the rustic sugarhouse opens its doors to the public for a first-hand look at maple-making magic.
Cool Find: Bring home the flavors of your trip with the Maple Syrup Cookbook, featuring 100+ sweet and savory recipes. From maple cream scones to crispy maple spareribs, it’s the perfect companion for all that syrup you’ll likely bring back.
Photo Credit: Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks