From charming towns and scenic mountains to hip breweries and plenty of aprs-ski fun, Vermont boasts countless tourist attractions that draw visitors from near and far.

While many residents of the Green Mountain State welcome travelers with open arms, theyve also noticed a pattern of mistakes that outsiders tend to make during their stays. We asked some Vermonters to break down the most common ones.

Read on for 16 missteps and faux pas, as well as some advice for avoiding these errors during your Vermont travels.

Relying Too Heavily On GPS

In our most gorgeous, remote areas, cell service is unreliable. In fact, there are significant areas without coverage. Screenshot your maps just like we printed them out in the old days. You wont regret it. Also, be aware that GPS can send you on some roads that might be listed as roads but probably are not actually in use. (No, seriously. Ask me about the time I drove up a remote hiking path in a minivan.) Dont power through! Dont be afraid to turn around. Jemima Talbot, owner of Vermont Moms

Blindly following your GPS will often route you through some pretty gnarly back roads, and you might wind up in the wrong town at the end anyway. Jane Lindholm, Vermont Public Radio host

Skipping The General Stores

During the restricted travel times in the height of the pandemic, we traveled the state in our camper. We called it our staycation. We had a policy that we never drive past a general store without stopping. It is such a great way to see the local culture and travel back in time. We still have several great old general stores here that are worth seeking out, where you can find anything from hardware to jewelry, socks and ball jars. A handful of them still have operational post offices run out of them. Katie Webster, food blogger and content developer at Healthy Seasonal Recipes

Forgetting To Pack Layers

Leaf peepers, we love when you visit. We do. Vermont foliage is a spectacular display thats not to be missed. But fall weather can be capricious. Pack for 80-degree weather and snow. You never know what youll get. Talbot

You have to be prepared for the weather. And that doesnt always mean it is going to be cold! September and early October can sometimes be quite mild, so pack layers. Webster

Driving Too Fast On Dirt Roads

Vermont has an amazing network of dirt roads throughout the state. But driving on dirt roads can present some challenges to the uninitiated. You need to drive significantly slower on dirt think 30 miles per hour for a number of reasons including animals and kids, and because you can really do some damage to your car on the bumps and potholes. Please be very cautious of mud as well. It is slippery and can be deep. Proceed with caution. Talbot