Trail Guides

Trail guides are for the planning questions that decide whether a route is realistic: permits, season, mileage, water, exposure, and bail-out options. This hub collects named-trail explainers and practical route notes, so you can sort the reading list before you start building an itinerary.

Trail Guides

Vermont Long Trail: The Complete Thru-Hiker's Guide

The Vermont Long Trail runs the length of Vermont along the main ridge of the Green Mountains, from the Massachusetts border to the Canadian border. It is the oldest long-distance hiking trail in the United States and the Green Mountain Club is still the route's central steward. The Appalachian Trai

Brooke Wilder 34 min read

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