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The Best Hiking in Salisbury

Looking for the best hiking in Salisbury? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Salisbury. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

Top hiking spots in and near Salisbury

  • Salisbury, Vermont

    Camp at Lake Dunmore

    The campground office for Branbury state park is on the opposite side of Route 53 from the pin on the map here, but the best campsites are where the pin is.  Start by going and talking to the rangers at the office, they are super friendly and very helpful for recommendations of hikes or things to...
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  • 3871-3915 Lake Dunmore Road, Vermont

    Hike the Aunt Jenny Trail via Rattlesnake Cliffs

    4 mi / 1358 ft gain
    Just outside of Salisbury, Vermont, this hike is a gorgeous 4 mile loop that is dog and kid friendly. After going past a rushing waterfall, you'll reach Rattlesnake Vista. The view from Rattlesnake Vista is incredible, with lots of room to spread out and have a picnic lunch. Watch for Peregrine F...
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  • Salisbury, Vermont

    Hike to Lana Falls

    3.5 mi / 1167 ft gain
    The Falls of Lana Trail is a gorgeous loop that passes by a nice brook, a large waterfall, and offers views of Lake Dunmore. There is a large network of trails you can work off if you want to extend your route. The trail is well maintained and well marked. Dogs are allowed on this trail but bring...
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  • Salisbury, Vermont

    Widow Meadow Loop via Goshen Road to Widow's Clearing to Water Tower Sundown

    3.76 mi / 587 ft gain
    Widow Meadow Loop via Goshen Road to Widow's Clearing to Water Tower Sundown is a loop trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Brandon, Vermont.
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  • Middlebury, Vermont

    Trail Around Middlebury to Chipman Hill

    7.51 mi / 955 ft gain
    Trail Around Middlebury to Chipman Hill is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Middlebury, Vermont.
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  • Goshen, Vermont

    Mount Horrid via Long Trail

    2.04 mi / 1014 ft gain
    Mount Horrid via Long Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Rochester, Vermont.
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  • Middlebury, Vermont

    Trail Around Middlebury: Full Loop

    18.12 mi / 1650 ft gain
    Trail Around Middlebury: Full Loop is a loop trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Middlebury, Vermont.
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  • Middlebury, Vermont

    Trail around Middlebury and Jackson Trail Loop

    8.67 mi / 459 ft gain
    Trail around Middlebury and Jackson Trail Loop is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Middlebury, Vermont.
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  • Middlebury, Vermont

    Abbey Pond Trail

    4.31 mi / 1299 ft gain
    Abbey Pond Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Middlebury, Vermont.
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  • New Haven, Vermont

    Otter Creek Trail Loop

    2.58 mi / 220 ft gain
    Otter Creek Trail Loop is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Middlebury, Vermont.
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  • Hancock, Vermont

    Hike at Texas Falls Recreation Area

    5.0
    1 mi / 209 ft gain
    Directly across from the main parking area are the viewing access points of Texas Falls.  A footbridge crosses high above the flume and gorge, offering the best views.  Crossing the bridge, there are plenty of other great view points with wooden railings keeping you away from the steep drops.  ...
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  • 2514 Mountain Road, Vermont

    West Trail to Hotel Overlook

    4.15 mi / 988 ft gain
    West Trail to Hotel Overlook is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Vergennes, Vermont.
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  • Castleton, Vermont

    Hike around Taconic Mountains Ramble State Park

    Taconic Mountains Ramble State Park is a unique collection of hiking trails and walking paths that meander more than 204 acres of fields, forests, gorges, cliffs, and gardens. The best way to explore these enchanting trails is to pack a picnic and lace up your hiking boots for a full-day ramble. ...
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  • 2514 Mountain Road, Vermont

    Hike Snake Mountain

    4.9 mi / 1030 ft gain
    The trail to the top of Snake Mountain is 4.9 miles, and is most commonly hiked from June through October. The trail allows dogs, but bring a leash! The top of the mountain features an amazing lookout with many nice places to eat a snack or lunch. The route to the summit of this hike is fairly st...
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  • Lincoln, Vermont

    The Long Trail / Monroe Skyline (Gap to Gap)

    10.43 mi / 2283 ft gain
    The Long Trail / Monroe Skyline (Gap to Gap) is a point-to-point trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Waitsfield, Vermont.
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  • Ticonderoga, New York

    Cooks Mountain

    2.89 mi / 896 ft gain
    Cooks Mountain is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Ticonderoga, New York.
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