Spring Sugaring Season: Where to Experience Vermont Maple

As winter loosens its grip on Vermont, something magical happens in the woods. The days warm above freezing while nights stay cold, and sap begins to flow through the maple trees. It's sugaring season — a tradition that has defined Vermont for generations.

The Best Places to Experience Maple Season

Bragg Farm Sugar House Eight generations of the Bragg family have been making maple syrup in East Montpelier. Visit during March and early April to watch the evaporator in action and taste syrup fresh off the pan.

Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks Just outside Montpelier, Morse Farm offers a full experience: sugar house tours, a maple trail walk, and their famous maple creemees (when the weather warms up).

When to Visit

Sugaring season typically runs from late February through early April, though the exact timing depends on the weather. The best days to visit are when the sap is running — usually after a cold night followed by a warm day above 40°F.

What to Bring Home

• Light Amber (Delicate): Subtle, mild flavor. Great for drizzling on yogurt or ice cream.
• Medium Amber (Rich): The classic all-purpose grade. Perfect for pancakes.
• Dark (Robust): Stronger maple flavor. Ideal for cooking and baking.
• Very Dark (Strong): Intensely flavored. Best for recipes where maple is the star.