50 Hikes in Vermont: Walks, Hikes, and Overnights in the Green Mountain State (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781682688878)

Weather and time change everything, even the hiking trails in the Green Mountain State. This revised definitive hiker's guide to Vermont is updated to include all the latest information about popular and off-the-beaten-trail hiking routes in the state. A full-color book with maps and elevation profiles, 50 Hikes in Vermont includes classic peaks like Camel's Hump, Mount Mansfield, and Mount Ascutney, as well as revealing many lesser-known gems. Hikes range in length from a half-mile stroll to overnight backpacking trips. Each hike description includes a topographic map, mile-by-mile directions, and information on distance, difficulty, terrain, and hiking time. Every route is enlivened by knowledgeable commentary on the area's geology, history, and wildlife. From gentle nature trails to rugged peak climbs, from remote ponds to historic ghost towns, from rushing waterfalls to the rare peregrine falcon habitat, the Green Mountain State is a classic hiking destination.