Vermont
Known for its verdant landscapes and incredible fall colors, Vermont also boasts incredible hiking and backpacking...as well as some of the best skiing on the East coast.
Top Spots in and near Vermont
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Wilmington, VermontMount Olga Fire Tower Loop
2.25 mi / 667.32 ft gainTucked along Route 9 in Wilmington, Vermont, Molly Stark State Park is home to one of the most satisfying short hikes in the southern Green Mountains: the climb to the Mount Olga fire tower. At just 1.8 miles as a loop, it punches well above its weight — rewarding hikers with a genuine fire tow...Read more -
Montpelier, VermontStone Tower via State House Trail
1.22 mi / 356.3 ft gainStart at the Vermont State House in Montpelier and hike the State House Trail to the stone observation tower. There are 7 miles of trails in Hubbard Park, but the trail from the State House to the tower is 0.5 miles one-way. Started in 1915 and completed in 1930, the 54-foot-tall Hubbard Park ...Read more -
Saint Johnsbury, VermontDog Mountain Loop
2.02 mi / 397.86 ft gainLocated on 150 beautiful acres with three miles of leash-optional trails, it’s a spot to breathe deeply, and it will remind you of how wonderful it is that these beautiful beings share our lives with us. After hiking the trails, pay tribute to the dogs you have loved and lost at the Dog Chapel, ...Read more
