The Long Trail

OVERVIEW: It is a footpath that runs the length of the state, mostly along the spine of the Green Mountains. The hiking is generally strenuous. It is possible to find loops, but for shorter hikes, out and back trips work best. The Long Trail is a hiking path traveling 265 miles north/south the entire length of Vermont. Available are complete topographic maps, photos and brief descriptions of the trail. This is meant to serve as an introduction. If you are considering hiking on this or any backcountry trail, do not go without a USGS map, compass, guide book and knowledge of current weather and trail conditions.

LOCATION: The Long Trail is accessible at several points in the Rutland Region.
Easy accesses are off Route 4, Route 103 and Route 73.

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