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Basic Information

Physical Address

54 Elm Street
Woodstock , VT 05091

Directions

The three closest major airports are Burlington, VT (95 miles from park), Manchester, NH (97 miles), and Boston, MA (143 miles). There are small regional airports in Rutland, VT (37 miles) and West Lebanon, NH (16 miles). Dartmouth Coach offers shuttle service from Boston's Logan Airport to Hanover, NH (20 miles) and Lebanon, NH (16 miles). No other airports are connected to this area by shuttle service. (The Dartmouth Coach also offers service from New York City to Hanover, NH and Lebanon, NH.)

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Operating Hours & Seasons

Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park

The Carriage Barn Visitor Center is open daily from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, Memorial Day weekend (late May) to October 31. Guided tours of the Mansion and grounds are offered during this time. The Billings Farm & Museum is open daily from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, April 30th through October 31st. The park's 20 miles of trails and carriage roads are open year-round. They are available for hiking and equestrian use in the spring, summer, and fall. When winter snows arrive, used only for cross-country skiing.

Standard Hours

• Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Monday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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Weather

The weather in Vermont is dramatic and varied depending on location, terrain, distance from a body of water like Lake Champlain, and elevation and can change from year to year. In the Woodstock area, summer daily high temperatures range between 60 to 80 degrees, with some days reaching into the 90s. Winter is Vermont's longest season and temps in winter vary more than those in summer. Common to experience freezing temperatures from Nov to March, many sub-zero days, seasonal snowfall averages 80 inches.

Fees & Passes

Entrance Fees:

Fees for Guided Mansion Tours - $8.00

Fees for guided tours of the Mansion are as follows: $8.00 adults age 16-61 $4.00 seniors age 62 and over ** Free for children age 15 and under ** Commercial Bus tour groups $8.00 per individual Combination Ticket: purchase one ticket and receive discounted admission for both the park and Billings Farm and Museum. Valid for two days. Prices are: $19.00 adults age 16-61 $15.00 seniors age 62 and over Not applicable for children age 15 and under

Visitor Centers

 

Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park

54 Elm Street
Woodstock, VT 05091
802-457-3368
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General Map of Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller NHP

Map of Park

Local Area Map
Walk Woodstock! Trail Map (pdf - 10.2MB) (Detailed trail map including park trails).

 

Getting Here - Detailed Information
Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park is off Vt. 12 in Woodstock. Take I-89 to exit 1 (U.S. 4). From exit 1, take U.S. 4 west (13 miles) through Quechee and Taftsville to Woodstock. From U.S. 4 in downtown Woodstock, bear right onto Vt. 12 north. Cross the iron bridge over the Ottauquechee River, bear right onto River Road, and take the first right into the parking area at the Billings Farm & Museum.

Your Visit
Begin at the Visitor Center at the Billings Farm & Museum, next to the parking area. National Park staff are available to answer questions and help plan your visit. Here you can view the award-winning film "A Place in the Land". From the Billings Farm & Museum you can cross Vt. 12 to continue your visit at the National Park Carriage Barn Visitor Center.

Tours
The Mansion and gardens may be visited by guided tours led by park staff. Tours are offered Memorial Day weekend through October 31. Special daily programs begin July 1st this year. Make advance reservations by calling 802-457-3368 ext 222. You can also make reservations in person at either the Billings Farm & Museum or at the National Park Carriage Barn Visitor Center. Tours are limited in size. Large groups need to call ahead for special arrangements. A tour fee is charged. Assisted Listening Devices are available for our tours. A ranger will carry a microphone and the needed participant will carry an earpiece.

Accessibility
Limited parking for visitors with disabilities is available near the Mansion and the National Park Carriage Barn Visitor Center. Parking passes and directions are available from the National Park staff at either visitor center. Both visitor centers and the Mansion are wheelchair accessible. Assisted Listening Devices are available for our tours. A ranger will carry a mike and the needed participant will carry an earpiece.

Safety
Be alert for traffic when crossing the roads and in parking areas. Trails may have uneven footing. Swimming, wading, and fishing are not allowed in The Pogue. Dogs are welcome, but must be on leash at all times. Consult park staff for current park conditions.

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More Information
Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical park is one of over 400 parks in the National Park System. To learn more about National Park Service programs in America's communities, visit www.nps.gov.

 

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