Vermonters love to hike, and these 11 easy and best hikes in Vermont are perfect for everyone. Waterfalls, poetry, ghost towns, and of course, breathtaking views, these unique treks have something special that can be enjoyed throughout the year. Grab your hiking boots, get out of the house, and explore all the beauty that Vermont has to offer.

1. Texas Falls, Hancock
Texas Falls, Hancock, VT 05748, USA
Flickr/Doug Kerr
The impressive waterfall makes this trail an extremely enjoyable hike through the Green Mountain National Forest. It's about a 1.2-mile loop that is fun for the whole family. For more information check out Texas Falls to find directions and read hikers' reviews.
2. Little River History Loop, Waterbury
Little River State Park, Water Reservoir, 3444 Little River Rd, Waterbury Village Historic District, VT 05676, USA
Flickr/Charles Wohlers
Not only do you get a great hike within the Little River State Park, but you get a look into the past. That's right, there is a ghost town here! You will see stone walls, cemeteries, overgrown roads, foundations, and more in this place that has so much to explore.
3. Black Creek and Maquam Creek Trails, Swanton
Maquam Creek, Swanton, VT 05488, USA
Flickr/Rich
There are wonderful self-guided trails within the 5,651-acre Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge. During the peak of the fall migration, there may be as many as 22,000 ducks present in the refuge at one time. Find out more about this trail on the AllTrails website.
4. Robert Frost Trail, Ripton
Robert Frost Trailhead, Recreation Ln, North Bennington, VT 05257, USA
Flickr/Phillip Capper
This wonderfully-kept trail is about a mile long and you'll love the poems along the way. Some of Frost's most well-known poems, as well as others, inspire you along this leisurely hike. From the boardwalk over the water, to the wooded walk, to the beautiful open plain of wild blueberries - this path is great year-round. The kids love the tree climbing in the area, too.
5. Deer Leap Trail, Rutland
Deer Leap Trail, 139 US-4, Killington, VT 05751, USA
Tripadvisor/Pigcoon
This hike is a bit more moderate due to the incline, but it's doable for beginners with determination. Lovely views to be had and plan for about an hour and a half for this journey, which is well worth the effort.

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6. Quechee Gorge, Quechee
Quechee Gorge, Hartford, VT 05001, USA
Flickr/Neal Wellons
Viewing this 170-foot gorge is impressive from above, but the trek down to the bottom is surprisingly easy. Plan for about an hour for this popular attraction.
7. Prospect Rock, Johnson
Long Trail Parking, Long Trail, Johnson, VT 05656, USA
Flickr/Charles Wohlers
This short hike has amazing views including Whiteface Mountain and the Lamoille River. Before or after your hike, be sure to take a short walk in the woods to the east of the parking area for a look at Ithiel Falls, a class II rapids where the Lamoille River narrows between two steep cliffs.
8. Clarendon Gorge, Clarendon
Clarendon Gorge, Clarendon, VT 05759, USA
Flickr/Philip Werner
This is an enjoyable hike that crosses valleys, passes mountain ponds, and goes across a suspension bridge over the Clarendon Gorge.
9. Owl's Head, Groton
Owl's Head Mountain, Peacham, VT 05046, USA
Flickr/Scott McCracken
Check out the spectacular views from this three-mile hike in the Groton State Forest! This hike is good for both adults and children and is also accessible in winter for year-round fun.
10. Mount Olga, Wilmington
Mount Olga, Mt Olga, Wilmington, VT 05363, USA
Flickr/James Tiffin Jr.
Everyone loves a great view from a fire tower and the view from this 1.8-mile hike is sure to please in any season.
11. White Rocks/Ice Beds Trail, Wallingford
White Rocks National Recreation Area, Sugar Hill Rd, Wallingford, VT 05773, USA
Flickr/Eric Heupel
This relatively easy hike is about 3 miles and has views of the White Rocks Cliff and the "Ice Beds," where the ice from the winter flows into a chilly stream.

Which of these easy hikes in Vermont have you done? Let us know below in the comments section.

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