Take This Vermont Partially Paved Loop Trail Through A Forest For A Peaceful Adventure

For an epic outdoor adventure that includes walking by (and through) diverse landscapes, head to the Middlebury and Jackson Trail Loop in Vermont. During this 8.5-mile hike, you'll get to see open fields, rolling hills, the Green Mountains, a marsh, water, and a forest. While you can easily explore a part of this scenic trail, expect that'll take an average of three hours if you opt to hike the entire loop.

To reach the hike around Middlebury and Jackson Trail Loop, take US-7S for about 50 minutes if you're coming from Burlington, Vermont.

The hike around Middlebury and Jackson Trail Loop is a scenic adventure. During this moderate-level hike, you'll come across scenic views like the one in this photo.

Although the trail is open throughout the year, Fall is one of the most picturesque times to experience walking through the forest on this looped hike.

In addition to the forest, this partially-paved trail will take you through open fields like the one in this photo.

Perhaps one of your highlights during this hiking adventure will be going over this picturesque footbridge along the trail.

You might be surprised to see that this partially-looped trail also goes past these solar panels.

Part of this looped trail will lead you through this cornfield with the forest in the background.

And, if your furry pal is on a leash, they can join you on this epic outdoor adventure too!

If you're looking for more outdoor adventures along looped trails in Vermont, check out the hikes in Red Rocks Park. Based near Colchester, the Allen Trail is another option if you're short on time and interested in an easy paved hike in Vermont.