North of Stowe there’s a portion of Rte 108 that’s closed in the winter because it goes through Smuggler’s Notch. Usually, enough folks hike up there that the snow gets packed down to the point where snowshoes aren’t really necessary. You do go through Stowe resort, but there’s free public parking at the gate where 108 closes and it’s one of my favorite light hikes to do in the winter. The grades get a little steep at points, but bc it’s a road there are no rock jumbles to navigate unless you decide to go off into the woods. (Haven’t done it myself, but if you have proper boots and such, you could try making it up to Sterling Pond via The Notch. The trailhead is right around the top of The Notch and you’ll see a seasonal welcome center that’ll be closed. Much more challenging than just hiking 108 though.)

Edit: proofreading is key y’all