Salisbury, Vermont
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Top Hiking Spots in and near Salisbury
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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...Read more -
Hancock, Vermont
Hike at Texas Falls Recreation Area
5.01 mi / 209 ft gainDirectly 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. ...Read more -
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. ...Read more -
Warren, Vermont
Explore Warren Falls
5.00.25 miWarren Falls is a popular local swimming hole just outside of Warren, VT on Route 100. You can access the falls by driving south on Route 100 from Warren (it's 3.5 miles south on the right hand side) or north from Granville on Route 100. The parking lot is clearly marked with a sign and ample par...Read more -
Mendon, Vermont
Hike to Killington Peak
5.03.4 miThe trail head (Bucklin Trail) is found a couple of miles up Wheelerville Road on the left. Wheerlerville is a dirt road that will be muddy in the spring and summer. The drive is long enough that you will think you did something wrong, but you haven't! the trail head will eventually pop up.The tr...Read more -
Appalachian Trail, Vermont
Hike to Thundering Brook Falls
4.50.4 mi / 29 ft gainThe hike to Thundering Brook Falls is kid friendly and fun for the whole family. At only .4 miles roundtrip, this is an excellent quick workout. Dogs are allowed on this trail but must be kept on leash. This trail is hiked year-round but is best used in the spring, summer, or during fall colors.Read more -
Ticonderoga, New York
Hike to Lost Pond
3.9 mi / 260 ft gainFrom the parking area, follow the trail from the back of the parking area. Very quickly you will hike up to a trail register. The trail is mostly flat with a few inclines and is very well beaten. There are also yellow plastic trail markers to keep you on track. After 1.4 miles you'll reach the ju...Read more -
324 State Park Road, Vermont
Hike to Mount Philo
5.01.9 mi / 538 ft gainMount Philo is a great hike year-round with incredible views from the summit. Starting from the bottom, the right hand portion of the loop is ‘paved,’ while the left hand portion is more of a traditional trail hiking experience. Dogs are allowed on this trail, but must be kept on leash. Take caut...Read more -
Clemons, New York
Hike to Black Mountain in Lake George, NY
6.7 mi / 1046 ft gainBlack Mountain is located on the Eastern side of Lake George and is the tallest mountain above Lake George. The trailhead is located on Pike Brook Road (off from Hulett's Rd, Route 6) in Clemons, NY. The parking area is about one mile up Pike Brook Road, on the right.This hike to Black Mountain i...Read more -
Huntington, Vermont
Camel's Hump Summit via the Burrows Trail
4.04.4 mi / 2228 ft gainThis adventure takes you up the Burrows Trail from the Huntington side of Camel's Hump. There are multiple trails to the summit, but this trail is the shortest. It is 2.4 miles to the summit with 2300' elevation gain. The trailhead is accessed from the aptly named Camel's Hump Road out of Huntin...Read more -
Poultney, Vermont
Camp on Mount St. Catherine
5.0Looking for the best view in all of Poultney, Vermont? Look no further than Lake St. Catherine Mountain. Located within Deane's Nature Preserve, this fast and easy hike tops as one of the best views and camping spots for the little time and energy needed to reach the summit. Only 30-45 minutes fr...Read more -
Duxbury, Vermont
Camel's Hump Summit via Monroe Trail
4.86.22 mi / 2572 ft gainYou'll begin your Monroe Trail hike at approximately 1500', parking in one of three designated gravel lots along Camel's Hump Road in Duxbury. This trail is 6.8 miles round trip, and gains approximately 2583' in elevation. It is located on the east side of the mountain. Much of your hike will ...Read more -
Wallingford, Vermont
Hike the White Rocks Ice Beds Trail
1.6 mi / 180 ft gainThis 1.6 mile round trip hike starts from the Ice Beds parking lot in the Green Mountain National Forest in Vermont. The trailhead is close to the parking lot entrance, following the blue-blazed trail. Be sure to read the signs, as the far trailhead is a hike to the cliffs, not the ice beds. Af...Read more -
Keene Valley, New York
Backpack the Dix Range
4.517 miDay 1The trail begins about a mile past the intersection of Rt. 73 and Rt. 9 just east of a bridge over the North Fork Boquet River. Note: this trail is unmarked, so be sure to have an accurate map of the area. I recommend going to The Mountaineer store in Keene Valley and asking one of the cler...Read more -
Fort Ann, New York
Hike Shelving Rock Mountain
3.4 mi / 650 ft gainThe trailhead for Shelving Rock Mountain has enough room for about five cars but additional parking can be found on the road leading to it. Be sure to sign the log book and begin the hike by passing around the "stop" car barrier.The trail starts off following a small stream (on your right) but yo...Read more -
Fort Ann, New York
Hike to Shelving Rock Falls
1 mi / 50 ft gainThe hike to beautiful Shelving Rock Falls is only a half mile and well worth the side trip if visiting the east side of Lake George. Shelving Rock Road, the road to the parking area, is long, winding, and unpaved, but maintained pretty well and passable in a sedan. You'll want to take the road a...Read more