Through Hiking the Long Trail: The Oldest Distance Walking Trail in America

The Long Trail, well known to nature lovers worldwide — and the oldest long-distance hiking trail in America 265 milescapes from the valleys through Vermont’s green Mountains, providing hikers and outdoor enthusiasts with a beautiful opportunity to experience nature and view new England biodiversity up close.

A Journey Through Nature

Start your Long Trail journey hiking through a myriad of landscapes that express Vermont’s varied wilderness. The trail meanders its way through green forests, past clear streams and over rough mountain tops encouraging hikers to get lost absorbing the peace of nature. With its mix of challenge and reward coupled with the beauty, it is an appropriate place to plunge to visit for experienced laddish hikers as well as newcomers.

Trail Highlights

1. Mount Mansfield: Vermont’s premier peak is impossible to overlook on its flagship trail. Summit rewards can leave visitors breathless,General views Watch the sunrise or see how quickly you can do 40 minutes in your peak who’s-who of a hiking lineup.
2. Diverse Flora: Trees that flank the trail include beech, maple and birch. And the dense canopy imparts an almost cathedral-like quality to the space while also changing seasonally, showing a brilliant display of color for those that happen by during autumn.
3. Rustic Shelters: For hikers interested in completing a multi-day trek, the Long Trail offers prime shelters and campsites along its length. Plus, it adds a touch of rustic with places to rest and recharge for the evening under those beautiful stars — making incredible memories that echo long after the trail is completed.
4. Wildlife Encounters: The Long Trail has a great deal of wild life in store for the hiker. Be sure to watch for moose, black bears and darling foxes while exploring on foot. Seeing these animals in the wild makes your journey even more thrilling.

Best Time to Visit

Late June through early October offers the best possible conditions and experience on this route. Since it rains a lot in this region, the better months are between October and April when you can hike with relative ease over varying terrain to take full advantage of all that is offered by nature.

Conclusion

More than a footpath, the Long Trail is truly an odyssey with hiker at its heart. No matter what level of difficulty you are striving to trek, from a short day hike up to an extensive backpacking trip, this historical pathway does not disappoint the adventurous type in our hearts as we also reflect and appreciate nature’s beauty. Liste, OKAY. Lace up those boots and pack your stuff because here are 10 reasons why the Long Trail still attracts hikers of all ages today!