Gifford Woods State Park
- Gifford Woods State Park was established in 1931 with much of the initial development being completed by the Civilian Conservation Corps. A second development phase took place in the 1950's and 60's with the work being c... wildernet.com
Branbury State Park
- Located in the Heart of Vermont, Branbury State Park offers overnight facilities in two locations, tucked in a wooded environment and along the shores of Lake Dunmore. There is a lovely large swimming beach with concessi... wildernet.com
Texas Falls Recreation Area, Middlebury, Vermont
THE FALLS: Texas Falls has long been a favorite Green Mountain National Forest attraction; a waterfall visited by many and seen in books and photographs by thousands more. If the falls look similar, they should.... newenglandwaterfalls.com
Emily Proctor Trail
Most of the terrain is gradual incline until you near the shelter. This hike follows a mountain stream through the Breadloaf Wilderness Basin. There is plenty to see along the way. I found evidence that moose had been in ... localhikes.com
The Battell Trail Hike
Abraham via the Battell Trail is a 5.8 mile round trip with a 2,500 foot elevation gain. The trail begins by climbing through hardwoods, switches back and forth a few times reaching two plateau along the way, eventually c... localhikes.com
Appalachian Trail: Norwich, Norwich, Vermont
Norwich is a beautiful town with stately old homes. It is hiker-friendly and boasts not only a satisfying network of trails that link up with the AT but also a new science museum and immediate access to Hanover, New Hampshire... trails.com
Pico Peak Via The Sherburne Trail, Killington, Vermont
A steady climb that passes a cave and ascends through two climate zones?northern hardwood forest and boreal forest?to a small hut with a huge view to the north and south. trails.com
Thundering Falls Trail
THE FALLS: The Appalachian Trail is marked by white-blazed trees and rocks all the way from Springer Mountain, Georgia to the mountain known as Katahdin in Maine. Along this famed route are hundreds upon hundred... newenglandwaterfalls.com
Mount Horrid And The Great Cliff Trail, Brandon, Vermont
East of U.S. Highway 7 between Rutland and Middlebury. A short hike to a clifftop ledge overlooking Brandon Gap. Special attractions: Peregrine falcons and scenic views. trails.com
Cooley Glen / Emily Proctor Trail, Middlebury, Vermont
The hike uses the Cooley Glen, Long, and Emily Proctor trails to loop clockwise around the headwaters of the New Haven River near the center of the wilderness area. Along the way you visit melodious streams, climb over the pr... trails.com
Appalachian Trail: Woodstock To West Hartford, Woodstock,...
Hikes in the Woodstock area may have trouble tearing themselves away from the pleasures of this beautiful ad stimulating town, famous for its Federal architecture and nowadays chockfull of restaurants and boutiques. The hike ... trails.com
Appalachian Trail: Killington To Woodstock, Rutland, Vermont
Don't be put off by the 21.6-mile length of this hike. Although the AT passes through a sustained wilderness between Killington and Woodstock, there are good day hikes at the south and north ends of this overnight backpacking... trails.com
Rattlesnake Point And Falls Of Lana Trail, East Middlebury,...
On this trip, you and your family will wander near the picturesque Falls of Lana (named for an army general, not a beautiful woman named Lana). You?ll climb steadily through pleasant woodlands and view Lake Dunmore, the surro... trails.com
Pleiad Lake Trail, Bread Loaf, Vermont
Located at the northern end of the Moosalamoo region on a shoulder of Worth Mountain, Pleiad Lake is one of the highest lakes in Vermont. A mere 0.4 mile from Route 125, it is surprisingly unknown among hikers, except for loc... trails.com
Waitsfield, Warren & The Mad River Valley, Vt,...
The Mad River Valley is especially beautiful, fringed with mountains and a dashing river pouring through. Drivers are tempted to stop for a picnic beside the bubbling water and perhaps catch a glimpse of canoeists running the... trails.com