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Burlington, VT: Camels Hump Loop

This loop lumps a lot into 4.9 miles: big climbs (2,200 feet), panoramic views (from New York to New Hampshire), and alpine plants rarely found in the Northeast.

Burlington, VT: Greenbush Loop

A rolling loop through the Vermont countryside, this 30-miler tours the backroads, covered bridges, and Champlain Valley vistas just south of Burlington.

Burlington, VT: Lake Mansfield Trail

A stiff, 1.8-mile climb to the Taylor Lodge shelter on Vermont's Long Trail, this 3.6-mile out-and-back works as both a half-day hike and a challenging trail run.

Burlington, VT: Maple Ridge

This 4-mile loop on the southwestern slopes of Mount Mansfield offers dayhikers a healthy dose of elevation, fun rock scrambling, and Champlain Valley vistas.

Burlington, VT: Mount Philo

Just outside Burlington, the summit of Mount Philo offers sweeping views of Lake Champlain along with Adirondack and Green Mountain peaks.

Burlington: Camels Hump

This 6.1-mile hike in the Green Mountains leads to a plane-crash site, crosses a rare alpine zone, and ends up on the state’s third-highest peak.

Burlington: Mount Mansfield via Sunset Ridge

Check out the largest patch of alpine tundra in Vermont on this 4.8-mile out-and-back to the highest mountain in the state.

Stowe, VT: Stowe Pinnacle

A popular dayhike or trail- run near Burlington, the 2.9-mile out-and-back to Stowe Pinnacle treks through hardwood forest to an overlook of neighboring Green Mountain peaks.

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