Plan Your Visit

Ranger Jen gives a program at the Pogue, a pond on Mount Tom

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Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park was designated in 1992 to tell the story of conservation history and the evolving nature of land stewardship. The boyhood home of George Perkins Marsh, one of America's first conservationists, and later the home of Frederick Billings, the property was given to the American people by its most recent owners, Mary F. Rockefeller and Laurance S. Rockefeller.

 

The Pogue in fall

NPS Photo / Kyle Jones

Getting here

Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park is located just outside the village of Woodstock, VT. General parking is in a shared lot with the Billings Farm & Museum. If using a GPS, enter Billings Farm & Museum. Do not enter the park name into a GPS; results will vary. Detailed directions, including accessibilty information, are available here.

To enter the National Park from the Billings Farm & Museum, take the paved path to the right of the Billings Farm & Museum Visitor Center, walk up and cross Elm St, take the left fork, and walk up the short, steep hill to the Carriage Barn Visitor Center.

Operating hours

The park's 20 miles of trails & carriage roads are open dawn till dusk for hiking & equestrian use. Carriage Barn Visitor Center is open daily, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., from Memorial Day Weekend through October 31, 2024

 

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Ranger-Led Programs Reserve in advance on Recreation.gov

 

Ranger John gives a program outside the Mansion

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Ranger-led programs

Ranger-led programs are available during the visitor season, Memorial Day Weekend through October 31, Friday-Tuesday (no programs on Wednesday/Thursday). Advanced reservations are highly recommended. Reservations are available for programs up to 60 days in advance.

View the current program schedule or reserve a spot in advance on Recreation.gov, or call 802-457-3368 ext. 222 to speak to park staff. Programs are $9 for adults, $5 for seniors, or $1 for children. Availability of walk-up tickets is not guaranteed.

If you visiting on the weekend and are interested in a shorter viewing of the interior of the Mansion, plan to visit between 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. during a Mansion Open House.

 

Trail through the Waterfall Garden

Billings Farm & Museum

Take a hike

The Mount Tom Forest holds the distinction of being the oldest professionally managed forest in the United States, and many of the forest stands throughout the park are still harvested for their wood.

The park has over 20 miles of carriage roads and trails. The trails crisscross through peaceful forests, spectacular overlooks, and historic scenery that connects into downtown Woodstock. Download a trail map or grab one in person at the Carriage Barn Visitor Center. Kids of all ages can hike the Junior Ranger loop to become a Junior Ranger.

 

Group of visitors watches an Artist-in-Residence performance

NPS Photo / Rainey McKenna

Find your next outdoor adventure

Immerse yourself in the landscape that inspired four generations of conservationists. There is no shortage of things to do! During the summer months, explore nature-themed kids and family programs. Take a workshop with an Artist-in-Residence. Learn about conservation in your own backyard at a Working Woodlands Workshop. Kickstart your mental or physical fitness journey through a wellness program.

Mark your calendar

The park hosts special events throughout the season. Explore the botanical beauty of Woodstock at Garden Day on August 17. Witness the whole forest product lifecycle in action during Forest Festival on September 21.