You don’t have to travel far to find the best views in Vermont! Vermont is known for its beautiful scenery and scenic overlooks, so we have gathered breathtaking photos from Vermont’s 10 highest peaks. These scenic outlooks in Vermont are stunning, and whether you hike, drive or take a tram to the tops, these views are absolutely amazing – if you don’t have a fear of heights!

1. Mt. Mansfield
Mount Mansfield, Mt Mansfield, Underhill, VT 05489, USA
Flickr/Wesley Carr
Mt. Mansfield is Vermont's highest peak at 4,393 feet. Hike to the top or drive up the toll road to take in these magnificent views. Learn more about the scenic drive to Mt Mansfield, and then load up the car and go visit.
2. Killington Peak
Killington Peak, Mendon, VT 05701, USA
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Whether you hike or ski, Killington Peak at 4,235 feet is outstanding to soak in the mountain views. Read about one of the most popular overlooks in Vermont, and then grab your camera and visit.
3. Camels Hump
Camels Hump, Huntington, VT 05462, USA
Flickr/Mike
Tied for third as Vermont's highest peak, Camels Hump is Vermont's tallest undeveloped peak. Check out the trail that leads to one of the most scenic outlooks in Vermont, and then pencil in your next visit.
4. Mount Ellen
Mount Ellen, Mt Ellen, Warren, VT 05674, USA
Flickr/Sawyer
Mount Ellen is a 4,083-foot-high mountain and is often referred to as the Mad River Valley. Mount Ellen, together with Lincoln Peak, provides the slopes of Sugarbush Resort. Read about the Long Trail, which traverses Mount Ellen and almost all other major summits in Vermont!
5. Mt. Abraham
Mount Abraham, Mt Abraham, Lincoln, VT 05443, USA
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Mount Abraham is the fifth tallest peak in Vermont. Named after Abraham Lincoln, it is part of the Green Mountains' Presidential Range. In 1881, the mountain was known as Potato Hill and this name is stamped on the benchmark at the summit which was reset in 1978. Learn more about the trail that leads to one of the best views in Vermont, and then go see it for yourself.
6. Lincoln Peak
Lincoln Peak, Lincoln, VT 05443, USA
Flickr/dvs
Lincoln Peak, elevation of 3,975 feet, is part of the Green Mountain National Forest, but they sure look blue in this picture!
7. Pico Peak
Flickr/Roger H. Goun
As you can see, viewing the sunrise from Pico Peak is spectacular. This mountain, located in Rutland County, is the northernmost summit of the Coolidge Range in the Green Mountains, and the second highest in the Coolidge Range after Killington Peak. It stands 3,967 feet tall. Read more about the trail that leads to this stunning Vermont scenery, and then grab your camera and head on over.
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A fire tower located on the summit is generally open for climbing by the public at Vermont's 8th highest peak at 3,940 feet. Learn more about this scenic hike to the tower, then pay it a visit!
8. Stratton Mountain
Stratton Mountain, Stratton, VT 05360, USA
Flickr/Andy Arthur
9. Jay Peak
Jay, VT 05859, USA
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Jay Peak is a mountain located about 5 miles south of the Canada–US border, in Jay and Westfield. Most of the mountain is in Jay Peak State Forest. A tram can take you to the top of this fantastic peak which is 3,862 feet tall. Learn more about Jay, Vermont, and then check it out yourself!
10. Equinox Mountain
Equinox Mountain, Manchester, VT 05255, USA
Flickr/Shiran Pasternak
Equinox mountain is the highest peak of the Taconic Range and the highest point in Bennington County. It is one of thirteen peaks in Vermont with a topographic prominence of over 2,000 feet. This is one of the best overlooks in Vermont, so start planning your trip there.

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