Posted in Vermont April 16, 2020 by

For Breathtaking Views Of The Green Mountains, Hike The Out-And-Back Sterling Pond Trail At Smuggler’s Notch In Vermont

Warmer weather is upon us, and it’s time to start thinking about spring hiking in Vermont. And although the snow hasn’t melted away from the mountains just yet, we can still start to plan our spring hikes. One such hike is the Sterling Pond trail on Mount Mansfield. This short and steep out-and-back trail leads to the pristine Sterling Pond at Smuggler’s Notch.

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Located near Jeffersonville, the Sterling Pond trailhead can be found on Route 108 opposite a parking area roughly three miles south of Smuggler's Notch Resort.
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This out-and-back trail, which leads to Sterling Pond, is just over two miles long and climbs around 1,000 feet vertically.
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Important to remember is that Route 108 (The Notch Road) is closed in the winter from mid-October to mid-May, so if you plan on doing this hike before the road reopens, you'll have to park near Smuggler's Notch Resort and walk along Route 108 to the trailhead.
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The idyllic Sterling Pond is situated neatly between two peaks and is 3,000 feet above sea level. This is also the highest situated trout pond in Vermont. If you are interested in fishing in the pond, a permit is required.
Dave Geschwind/alltrails
The Sterling Pond trail is relatively well-trafficked and has good accessibility and well-marked signs.
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You'll find gorgeous views of the pond and a varying geological variety along the hike.
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In the spring the hike can be quite muddy, but there are also areas of stone steps to try to bypass the inevitable mud.
Vincent Freeman/alltrails
This steep, yet rewarding hike to Sterling Pond awaits you in the impeccably serene and beautiful nature of the Green Mountains.
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