Stratton Mountain 🏔️ Overview Stratton Mountain is one of the most prominent peaks in southern Vermont and an important landmark in the history of American long-distance hiking. Located in Windham County within the Green Mountains, the mountain rises to approximately 3,943 feet (1,202 meters) according to modern topographic data. It is the highest point in …
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Nov 01 2025
Haystack Mountain (Vermont)
Haystack Mountain 🏔️ Overview Haystack Mountain is a prominent summit in the southern Green Mountains of Vermont, rising immediately south of Mount Snow near the town of Wilmington. Its compact, steep-sided summit, high-elevation forests, rocky viewpoints, and nearby mountain pond make it one of the more distinctive hiking destinations in this part of Windham County. …
May 10 2025
Green Mountains
🏔️ Overview The Green Mountains form the mountainous backbone of Vermont, running north–south through much of the state and creating one of the defining landscapes of New England. Forested summits, narrow mountain passes, clear streams, ski areas, and long-distance hiking trails make the range central to Vermont’s geography and outdoor culture. The Green Mountains are …
Jan 29 2023
Mount Mansfield and the Persistence of the Spirit
Vermont is a mountainous state. The mountain that best represents the pinnacle of the Green Mountain State is Mount Mansfield, located in Chittenden and Lamoille counties. Mount Mansfield gets its name from its resemblance to a man, complete with facial features and even an Adam’s apple. Popular among locals and tourists alike, Mount Mansfield offers …