There's no denying that Vermont, called the Green Mountain State, is one of the most blessed states in the country when it comes to natural beauty. After all, with lush green forests, huge expanses of crystal blue lakes, and spectacular mountains, the state certainly has an ethereal feel to it that brings out the little child in all of us. With mountains in particular, there is a sense of wonder and mystique that draws thousands upon thousands of nature lovers to the state.
Plan ahead for these hiking events:
- Fall Community Hike - Sunday, October 6, 2024
- Bennington Trailfest in late July
- Vermont Wildlife Festival 2024 in September
Hike Mount Mansfield
Aside from being the highest mountain in the state of Vermont, Mount Mansfield is also undoubtedly the most popular. It is located in Chittenden County and is named after a unique feature of the mountain: It resembles the profile of a human face when viewed from the east.
Day trip to Belvidere Mountain
Standing at 1,024 meters tall, the Belvidere Mountain is one of Vermont’s Green Mountains.
Hike Mount Hunger
If you’re ready to challenge yourself with a mid-level hike, Mount Hunger in the Stowe area is a beautiful mountain to start with.
Visit Killington Peak
As the second tallest mountain in Vermont and the highest peak amongst the mountains in the Coolidge Range, the views from Killington Peak are nothing short of impressive.
Explore Glastenbury Mountain
No matter what time of the year, there’s always great fun and lovely sights to behold at the Glastenbury Mountain. Standing at 1,142 meters tall, the mountain features a magical wooded peak and has gentle slopes for novice climbers.
Ski Jay Peak
Home to one of the top ski resorts in Vermont, Jay Peak is one of the best spots in the state to hike during the spring and summer and also a great place to hit the slopes in the fall and winter seasons.
Watch hang gliders on Mount Ascutney
Located in Ascutney State Park, Mount Ascutney is a remarkable sight to behold. A hike up Mount Ascutney will take visitors through roughly 9 miles of rolling hills, sweeping views of the surrounding vistas, cliffs, slides, and multiple ridgelines, not to mention a 2,500-foot uphill gain. The area is also well known for being a popular hang gliding site. Mount Ascutney
Enjoy the views from Sterling Whiteface Mountain
Although Sterling Whiteface Mountain isn’t particularly known for the views it offers, there’s still quite some views to behold at this steep and heavily wooded mountain in Vermont’s northern region.
Climb the sixth highest peak in Vermont: Pico Peak
Standing at 1,206 meters tall, Pico Peak is the sixth highest peak in Vermont.
Visit beginner-friendly Haystack Mountain
Located in Vermont’s Windham County, Haystack Mountain is a 1,043-meter-tall mountain at the south end of Deerfield Ridge. What’s great about Haystack Mountain is that its beginner friendly. The short and generally easy hike is about 2.5 miles long with a gentle elevation gain of 1,000 feet.
Go backcountry skiing on Big Jay
As the author David Goodman once said, “If steep and deep defines your winter passion, Big Jay will not disappoint.” Truly, this mountain is one of the best spots for backcountry skiing in America’s northeast.
Enjoy the wilderness of South Mountain
A majestic mountain in the Bristol Cliffs Wilderness, South Mountain is a 2,325-foot-tall trail-less wilderness that is sure to captivate all of your senses.
Reach the summit of Mount Philo
Small but stunning, Mount Philo is a 968-foot-tall mountain in Charlotte’s Chittenden County.
Climb Mount Equinox
Arguably the principle peak of Vermont, Mount Equinox is the highest mountain of the Taconic Range at 3,840 feet.
Savor the view from Antone Mountain
At 2,600-feet-tall, the Antone Mountain peak is the tallest one in the entire Merck Forest and Farmland Center of southern Vermont.
Challenge yourself on Mendon Peak
Intersected by a few well-known trails, Mendon Peak is the tenth highest summit in Vermont with a total height of 3,840 feet.
Climb Black Mountain
If you’ve only got a few climbs under your belt or are looking for the best mountain for your first climb ever, then Black Mountain is the perfect mountain to head to.
Follow the Appalachian Trail over Bromley Mountain
Part of the famed Green Mountains of Vermont, Bromley Mountain is a beautiful and peaceful mountain to explore with the Appalachian Trail and the Long Trail passing over the mountain’s summit.
Have fun on Ludlow/Okemo Mountain
Officially known as Ludlow Mountain, this 3,343-foot mountain is better known as Okemo Mountain due to the widely popular ski resort that is situated on the eastern slope of the mountain.
Hike Mount Elmore
While most people shudder at the thought of hiking in the winter, literally and figuratively, there’s no denying that Mount Elmore makes for an absolutely beautiful and breathtaking hike when the snow starts to fall.
Enjoy winter sports on Stratton Mountain
Your adventure in Vermont starts at Stratton Mountain! Opening to the public in 1961, Stratton Mountain is a spectacular winter destination known for winter sports and recreational activities.
Snowboard on Mount Snow
Open to visitors all year round, Mount Snow is a fantastic place to visit no matter what season it is; after all, lighthearted entertainment is what Mount Snow does best.
Ski on Prospect Mountain
Featuring over 30 glorious kilometers of pristine ski trails is Prospect Mountain – the ultimate skiing destination in Bennington County.
Hike Hogback Mountain
Discover some of the best hiking in Vermont at Hogback Mountain. Perfect for first-timers or young hikers, Hogback Mountain is a 4.5-kilometer loop that takes roughly an hour and fifteen minutes to complete.
