[1] The planning for a recreation path in Stowe was initiated in 1964 to combat heavy traffic on the Mountain Road (Route 108).

The Stowe Better Business Association voted in favor of constructing a walking path running parallel to the Mountain Road in an attempt to reduce traffic.

[1] The Town of Stowe is to be commended both for this highly successful project as well as for their leadership in helping other communities develop similar greenways.Out of 540 nominations from 48 states 208 finalists were chosen by the Blue Ribbon Panel of Judges.

The residents of Stowe and surrounding areas cooperated to fund and build the Recreation Path, and their pride in it is very evident.

[3] It is open 365 days a year and popular activities on the path are biking, inline skating, and walking in the summer, and cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter.