Posted in Vermont Hiking, Nature August 25, 2020 by

Take These 7 Fire Tower Hikes In Vermont For The Most Rewarding Views

Hiking the trails of Vermont is always an enjoyable experience but if you are craving an extraordinary adventure you need to head to the mountains. The terrain may be a little more rugged and steep but by far the payoffs are well worth the extra effort. These fire tower hikes in Vermont take you up to the summits and even further to access some of the most breathtaking scenery in the Green Mountain state. Let’s take a look at some of these best hiking trails in Vermont.

1. Mount Olga
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An easy 1.7-mile loop takes you to the steel tower rising from the summit of Mt. Olga. The climb to the top of this tower perched in Molly Stark State Park is well worth the expansive views. For more information on the hike and directions, visit the AllTrails site for the Mt. Olga trail.
2. Elmore Mountain
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Head to Elmore State Park to take this popular summit hike. The trail is 1.7 miles each way giving you a nice workout on your quest to reach the fire tower. To the north take in the sight of Jay's Peak while looking south grants you a glimpse of Mt. Mansfield.
3. Bald Mountain
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Located in the Lake Willoughby area, Bald Mountain has an elevation of 3,315 feet and is the third tallest peak in the Northeast Kingdom. Take the Long Pond Trail for 2.1 miles each way to reach the restored fire tower. You can gaze across the landscape all the way into Canada from this perch, giving you one of the best views in Vermont.
4. Stratton Mountain
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Use the ski resorts trails to ascend to the top of Stratton Mountain. At 3,940 feet this mountain peak is one of the tallest in southern Vermont affording scenery that stretches on for mile and miles.
5. Burke Mountain
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Burke Mountain is home to the second oldest lookout site in the Green Mountain State. A steel tower was erected to replace the original wood construction that was blown down in 1938 during a tremendous hurricane. Soak in the views extending to Canada from the top of the tower. Visit the AllTrails description of the hike to learn more and find directions.
6. Bear Hill
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Bear Hill is located in Allis State Park, Vermont's second developed park established in 1938. From the observation deck, clear days will afford you 360-degree views including the peaks of Killington, Pico, Camel's Hump, and New Hampshire's White Mountains.
7. Okemo Mountain
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Take the 5.8-mile round trip Healdville Trail to reach the 3,343-foot peak of Okemo Mountain. Scenery of Vermont is only the beginning from this bird's eye view. Take in views as far as the Adirondacks of New York and the White Mountains of New Hampshire.

Which of these fire tower hikes have you taken? Do you have a favorite? While these mountaintop hikes are certainly bucket list worthy, you’ll also want to check out this Green Mountain State trail that leads to an abandoned village. What do you think are the most scenic hikes in Vermont? Let us know below in the comments.

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Address: Wilmington, VT 05363, USA
Address: Elmore Mountain, Elmore, VT 05661, USA
Address: Bald Mountain, Westmore, VT 05860, USA
Address: Stratton Mountain, Stratton, VT 05360, USA
Address: Burke Mountain, Burke, VT 05832, USA
Address: Allis State Park, 284 Allis State Park Rd, Randolph, VT 05060, USA
Address: Okemo Mountain Rd, Ludlow, VT 05149, USA
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What is the most scenic town in Vermont?

Answering this question is really challenging, for there are just so many scenic towns in Vermont. Attempting to answer this question will assuredly lead to disappointing some while gratifying others. But with that being said, here are the five most scenic towns in Vermont: 1. Manchester; 2. Woodstock; 3. Grafton; 4. Stowe; 5. Shelburne. Of course, there are many other scenic and worthy towns to visit. If you are still interested in finding more picturesque towns in Vermont, check out the 17 most picturesque towns in Vermont.

What are the most beautiful hikes in Vermont?

One of the most scenic hikes in Vermont is the trail up Mt. Mansfield, which provides some of the most spectacular views in our state. If you are interested in hiking Mt. Mansfield, we highly recommend taking the Sunset Ridge Trail; the trail is easily accessible from Underhill State Park and is well marked. Some other beautiful hikes in Vermont are 1. Mount Pisgah Trail, 2. Camel’s Hump Trail, and 3. Lye Brook Falls Trail. Happy hiking!

Where are the most beautiful places in Vermont? 

Vermont has so many charming and beautiful places. This list will try to incorporate places from all over the state, but we can not do it justice with just one paragraph. So, without ordering the list, here are the most beautiful places in Vermont: Quechee Gorge, Lake Willoughby, the Notch Road through Mt. Mansfield, atop Camel’s Hump, Jay Peak, and Moss Glenn Falls. Happy exploring.