Brownsville, VT is located on the northern flanks of Mt. Ascutney, host to the Mt Ascutney Ski Area and multiple hiking trails maintained by Ascutney Trail Association. It is renowned as one of the best hang gliding locations in the Eastern United States. Easily accessed by Interstate 91, Brownsville has a strong community presence with the Brownsville General Store as its hub. A strong equestrian community has helped to preserve the many traditional farmsteads that dot the surrounding hills.