The Green Mountain National Forest In Vermont Is A Big Secluded Treasure
The Green Mountain National Forest, while itself isn’t secluded, has many nooks and crannies that are secluded treasures in their own right. The 400,000-acre forest is located in southwestern and central Vermont and has an exceptional variety of terrain, trails, wildlife, and wooded areas. From epic waterfalls to crazy panoramic lookouts, and hiking to rock climbing, the Green Mountain National Forest has so much to offer every visitor. Both the Long Trail and the Appalachian Trail run through this grand and impressive forest, while wildlife abounds in the woodlands and hikers wander through this vast, secluded forest.
Note: due to the ‘stay home order’ issued by Governor Phil Scott, the forest and/or some hiking trails, recreational and camping areas may be temporarily closed.
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With over 2000 archaeological and historic sites, thousands of hiking trails, waterfalls, cliffs, lakes, mountains, three ski resorts, and several wilderness areas, the Green Mountain National Forest in Vermont has so much to offer nature lovers.
The forest is surrounded by the counties of Bennington, Rutland, Windsor, Addison, and Windham. The 400,000-acre forest offers a plethora of options for hiking, camping, day-trip visiting, cycling, fishing, and much more.
The eight officially designated wilderness areas in the Green Mountain National Forest all offer great hiking, scenic landscapes, and interesting terrain.
Killington peak and Equinox mountain provide breathtaking views of the Green Mountain National Forest. Other great hikes in the Green Mountain National Forest include Little Rock Pond via the Long Trail and the Long Trail to Stratton Mountain.
The Green Mountain National Forest is impossible to adequately write about in just one post. If you are interested in going but don't know where to start, try the Lye Brook Falls trail or the Killington peak trail, or you can do your own research and explore more secluded areas of the forest.
Luke was born and raised in Colchester, Vermont, and is a recent graduate of the University of Vermont where he studied philosophy and economics. His interests and hobbies include: reading, writing, learning new languages, hiking and playing outdoor sports.
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