Are dogs allowed on Long Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Long Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Long Trail?

No, Long Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Long Trail?

Long Trail is rated difficult. It is 249.1 miles long with 2,546 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Long Trail suitable for kids?

Yes, Long Trail is considered kid-friendly. As always with children, bring water and snacks, pace yourself, and watch for weather changes and wildlife.

State Long TrailLT

Long Trail

Built between 1910 and 1930 by the Green Mountain Club, the Long Trail is the oldest long-distance hiking trail in the United States, running 272 miles along the spine of Vermont's Green Mountains fro...

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Length: 249.1 mi
Thru-hike: 14–30 days
Elev. gain: —
States: 1

About the route

Termini

Terminus A

Massachusetts-Vermont state line near Clarksburg

Coordinates not yet verified

Terminus B

US-Canada border at Journey's End, Jay, VT

Coordinates not yet verified

Verified waypoints

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Maple Hill Campsites · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Woodford State Park · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Austin Brook · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Green Mountain National Forest FR50 - Dispersed Camping · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Tentrr Signature Site - Starry Night · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Clarksburg State Park · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Gifford Woods State Park · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Texas Gap · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Lakeview Camping Area · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Green Mountain National Forest Texas Falls Primative campsites · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Green Mountain National Forest FR71 · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Silver Lake Campground · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Somerset Airfield · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Michigan Brook Road Camping - Green Mtn Ntnl Forest · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Green Mountain National Forest FR42 Dispersed Site · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Branbury State Park · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Hapgood Pond · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Smugglers Notch State Park · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Brewster River Campground · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Michigan Brook · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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White River & Gulf Brook · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Tentrr Signature Site - Grateful Acres - Coleman Outfitted Site · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Lincoln Dispersed Camping · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Little Rock Pond Group Camp & Shelters · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Bingo · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Little Rock Pond Group Camp & Shelters · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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NFR 273 Dispersed Camping Spot · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Iroquois Land Family · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Emerald Lake State Park · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Moosalamoo Campground · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Route 100 Dispersed Camping · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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The Millbrook Campground · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Natural Bridge State Park · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Little Rock Pond Group Camp & Shelters · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Seth Warner Shelter · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Grout Pond Recreation Area · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Grateful Acres Vermont · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Greenwood Lodge & Campsites · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Dispersed site along Forest RD 71 · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Chittenden Brook Campground · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Hazen's Notch Campground · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Tentrr Signature Site - On Danby Pond · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Barrewood · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Camel's Hump · Summit
Distinctive double-summit profile — Vermont's third-highest peak.
4,081 ftSource ↗adventures_seed
Mount Mansfield · Summit
Highest peak in Vermont — 4,395 ft, on the LT ridge.
4,393 ftSource ↗adventures_seed

What we don't yet have

We deliberately do not display water sources, resupply towns, shuttle services, or trail-side businesses on this page. Those change every season and an out-of-date pin can be a safety issue, especially on the high-desert and alpine sections of long trails. Use the trail association's published guide, FarOut, or Guthook for that level of detail; verify with rangers before relying on any cached source.

Official sources

Last verified by us: 2026-05-16

Outdoors is not the permitting authority. Reconfirm alerts, permits, and closures with the agency before you go.

About the route

Termini

Verified waypoints

What we don't yet have

Official sources

States traversed