Outdoors & Recreation
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Hardwick Trails
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126 Hazen Union Dr.
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6 miles of multi-use trails for non-motorized outdoor activities. Parking and trailhead located at Hazen Union Highschool.
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Lamoille Valley Rail Trail
Creamery Rd. parking
(802) 917-2458
These trails are all-season, multi-purpose recreation and transportation corridors that connect different parts of Vermont through downtowns and villages, rural lands, and natural habitats.
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VAST Trails
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Wolcott St. Access
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Vermont Association of Snow Travelers (VAST) maintains a system of groomed trails for snowmobile use in Hardwick, Cabot, Woodbury, Greensboro, Craftsbury, Worcester, and Wolcott. Vehicle and trailer parking with access to the VAST trails on Wolcott St.
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Marlene Clark Fitness Loop
126 Hazen Union Dr.
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Stretch, strengthen and boost your cardio while traversing this 1/3 mile hilly Wooded Trail starting at the log cabin. Challenge yourself at six fitness stations along the way making for a perfect circuit training opportunity
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Atkins Field
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100 Granite St.
Atkins Field hosts the Hardwick Farmers Market, Hardwick Community Gardens and Orchard, and a Vermont Association of Snow Travelers trail connecting to its statewide network. Atkins Field is owned and managed by the Center for an Agricultural Economy (CAE).
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Idle Hour Park
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79 N. Main St
A great place to read a book, eat lunch with a friend, or just watch the world go by. Free wi-fi. Once the site of the storied Idle-Hour movie theater (1923 -1977).
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Peace Park
34 S. Main St.
Created in 1984, this is a lovely spot with multiple picnic table from which to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Lamoille River. Weekly community meals in the summer by The Civic Standard
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Memorial Park
Corner of Church St. & N. Main St.
A quiet place to rest and reflect, this park was dedicated after World War II to the memory of Hardwick’s Veterans. An LVRT “pause place” has now been established beside the park.
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St. Norbert Garden
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Corner of S. Main & Upper Cherry Sts.
Granite benches, flowers and trees, and historical significance as the site of the original St. Norbert Church.
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HES Playground & Ball Fields
135 S. Main St.
(802) 472-5411
Playground and ballfields located directly behind Hardwick Elementary School. Available for public use during non-school hours.
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Hazen Union Athletic Facilities
126 Hazen Union Dr.
(802) 472-6511
Two large fields, four tennis courts, two baseball diamonds, and more at the Hazen Union School campus. Open to the public during non-school hours.
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Mackville Pond Recreation Area
Mackville Road
The recreation area includes a playground, picnic sites with picnic tables and grills, and a large grassy play area.
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Hardwick Lake
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Rt 14 boat launch or Hardwick Trails
A popular spot for fishing, birding, and picnicking with scenic views. You can reach it by following Shepard’s Trail and/or Wild West trails to Wayne’s Way via Hardwick Trails or at the boat launch on Rt 14.
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Jeudevine Falls
2259 Craftsbury Rd.
(802) 472-5486
125 foot waterfall with pathways, and a wedding and event location. Private property open to the public during certain times.