Montpelier offers 2,650 acres of rolling hills, spacious horse pastures, and spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Just north of the mansion, you can stand in the Temple where James Madison contemplated democracy, and take in the view of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. Just behind the Mount Pleasant site lies the Madison Family Cemetery—the final resting place of James and Dolley Madison. Miles of hiking and walking trails also exist on the property that are available as self-guided tours or as a part of Montpelier programs.