Central Vermont Dispensaries

From the capital in Montpelier to the ski towns of Stowe and Killington — Vermont's first licensee, its first retail stores, and the heart of the craft cannabis movement.

Last verified: March 2026

Central Vermont holds an outsized place in the state's cannabis history. Mountain Girl Cannabis in Rutland was Vermont's very first licensee. FLŌRA Cannabis in Middlebury was one of the first three retail licenses issued in September 2022. And Capital Cannabis Company in Montpelier has become the model for what a woman-owned, community-focused dispensary can look like. The region also benefits from ski tourism — Stowe, Sugarbush, and Killington bring thousands of visitors through central Vermont every winter.

Capital Cannabis Company — Montpelier

Address 44 Main Street, Montpelier
Ownership 100% woman-owned, RN-founded
Distinction OCC Readers Choice Award

Capital Cannabis Company sits on Main Street in the nation's smallest state capital and has built a reputation that far exceeds its location's modest size. Founded by a registered nurse and 100% woman-owned, Capital Cannabis brings a healthcare-informed perspective to cannabis retail. Their OCC Readers Choice Award reflects strong community support. The RN background translates to a staff that is particularly knowledgeable about medical applications and dosing guidance.

Vermont Patients Alliance — Montpelier

Location Montpelier
Owner Curaleaf
Type Fully integrated medical dispensary

Vermont Patients Alliance is one of only three traditional integrated dispensaries in the state, now owned by multi-state operator Curaleaf. It operates as a full-service medical dispensary with the broadest medical product selection in central Vermont. For patients who need consistent access to medical-grade products without potency caps, VPA is the primary destination in the capital region.

Zenbarn Farms — Waterbury Center

Location Waterbury Center
Ownership Family-owned
Focus Cannabis education hub

Zenbarn Farms is a family-owned operation in Waterbury Center that has positioned itself as an education hub as much as a retail shop. Located between Montpelier and Stowe along Route 100, Zenbarn sits in one of Vermont's most-traveled tourist corridors. Their emphasis on education makes them an ideal first stop for new consumers or visitors unfamiliar with Vermont's craft cannabis market.

Ski Town Stop

Zenbarn Farms in Waterbury Center sits on Route 100 between Montpelier and Stowe. If you are heading to Stowe Mountain Resort, it is a natural stop on the way. Waterbury is also home to Ben & Jerry's factory — make a day of it.

Elevated State VT — Stowe

Location Stowe Mountain Road

Elevated State VT sits on Stowe Mountain Road, the main artery leading to Stowe Mountain Resort. The name is apt — Stowe is one of Vermont's premier ski destinations, and the dispensary captures a steady flow of tourists looking for après-ski relaxation. The location is strategic: visitors can stop on their way to or from the mountain without a detour.

FLŌRA Cannabis — Middlebury

Address 2 Park St., Middlebury, VT
Website floravt.com
Distinction One of first 3 retail licenses (September 2022)
Note Competitor price match program available

FLŌRA Cannabis is a piece of Vermont cannabis history. It was one of the first three retail licenses issued in September 2022, when Vermont's recreational market officially opened. Located in the college town of Middlebury, FLŌRA benefits from both local demand and Route 7 corridor traffic between Burlington and southern Vermont.

Mountain Girl Cannabis — Rutland

Location Rutland
Distinction Vermont's first licensee
Rating 4.9 / 97 reviews

Mountain Girl Cannabis holds the distinction of being Vermont's very first cannabis licensee. With a 4.9 rating across 97 reviews, the shop has maintained exceptional quality since opening. Rutland is the gateway to Killington and Pico ski areas, making Mountain Girl a popular stop for winter sports visitors heading to central Vermont's biggest resort.

Somewhere On The Mountain — Rutland

Location Rutland
Rating 5.0
Known For Live rosin chocolate bars

Somewhere On The Mountain holds a perfect 5.0 rating and is known for their live rosin chocolate bars — a product that has become a must-try for edible enthusiasts visiting the Rutland area. Between Mountain Girl and Somewhere On The Mountain, Rutland offers two of the highest-rated dispensaries in the state.