Running The Whole Length Of Vermont, The Long Trail Is The Oldest Long-Distance Hiking Trail In The U.S.
By Luke|Published May 27, 2020
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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.
The Long Trail, a 273-mile length behemoth trail stretching from the Massachusetts-Vermont line all the way up to the Canadian border, is the oldest long-distance hiking trail in the entire United States. Weaving along the Green Mountain peaks, the Long Trail is Vermont’s most famed trek due to its beauty and magnitude. Offering hikers spectacular views, varied terrain, and an exceptional hiking journey, the Long Trail belongs on your Vermont summer hiking bucket list.
Built between 1910 and 1930 by the Green Mountain Club, the Long Trail has a longstanding history of offering hikers some of the best treks in the U.S.
The Long Trail traverses most of the Green Mountain peaks, such as Camel's Hump, Killington Peak, and Mt. Mansfield, providing hikers stunning vistas of the Vermont landscape.
There are six main sections of the Long Traill. Section 1: Canadian border to Route 108 (Stowe); 2: Route 108 (Stowe) to Route 17 (Waitsfield); 3: Route 17 (Waitsfield) to Route 4 (Killington); 4: Route 4 (Killington) to Route 30/11 (Manchester Center); 5: Route 30/11 (Manchester Center) to Route 9 (Bennington); and 6: Route 9 (Bennington) to Route 2 (Williamstown, MA).
Whether you plan on thru-hiking (completing the whole Long Trail) or visiting only parts of it at a time, the Long Trail is a great place for day hikes, two-week hiking expeditions, and everything in between.
Some of the most spectacular views of the Green Mountains and the Vermont scenery can be found along the Long Trail. If you are interested in hiking just a part of the long trail, we recommend the Mt. Mansfield part or the Camel's Hump section for some of the most stunning summit peak vistas.
