The hills around Randolph, Vermont, turn brilliant shades of red, orange, and gold every autumn, making the season hard to ignore. Locals have their own favorite ways to get out and enjoy the air, sometimes with friends, sometimes solo. If you’re planning a fall day around Randolph, here are a few concrete ways to make the most of it, along with thoughts on weaving a cannabis break into a peaceful afternoon.
Start at the Randolph Farmers Market
Saturday mornings, the Randolph Farmers Market takes over Gifford Medical Center Green. You’ll find everything from late-season produce and homemade bread to quilts, cider, and crafts, plus a rotating schedule of local musicians. On October 10, Barry Hayes brings his music to the green; Indigenous Entertainment performs on October 17; and the season wraps October 24 with a final set from Sean Murray. Farmers market hours run 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through October 24, but weather can sometimes shift the schedule. Check the market’s website for the latest updates.
Catch Foliage from the Road
Vermont’s backroads offer some of the most spectacular foliage views around. From Randolph, options like South Randolph Road or the ride along Route 12 up toward Brookfield take visitors past barns, old sugarhouses, and view-filled hilltops. For a longer loop, head east on Route 66 then north on Route 14, soaking in scenes that are classic Vermont all the way.
Explore Randolph’s Trails on Foot
On foot, the area offers easy hikes like the Branch Pond Trail or more challenging options heading up nearby hills. Crisp air and colored leaves turn even short walks into memorable outings. While Vermont law allows adults to possess cannabis, always respect local rules: don’t use cannabis on public trails, and stick to private spaces for any consumption. Plan your walk so you can relax with your purchase after your adventures, not during.
After Your Adventure: A Mindful Cannabis Moment
Fall gives people a reason to slow down and soak up what’s around them. Some visitors and locals prefer unwinding with cannabis after a day outdoors, using it as a way to unwind back at home, around a firepit, or while enjoying a local snack. Our Polestar Cannabis menu covers flower, pre-rolls, edibles, and vapes, if you want to browse options, start there. Choosing the right format is a personal decision, and the shop’s menu is a good way to see what’s current.
Peak season in Randolph doesn’t last long. Whether you’re sampling apples at the farmers market or driving a new foliage route, soaking in the moment, and finding your own rhythm, makes Vermont’s fall stand out every year.
