Author: Chloe Miller
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Safe Water Crossing Techniques on the Long Trail
Most creek and river crossings on the Long Trail have a solid bridge or are mild flows of water. Nevertheless, all hikers should have a fundamental understanding of safe water crossing techniques and plan ahead so they are not caught in an unsafe water crossing situation. In periods of prolonged or heavy rainfall, even the…
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Enter the 2026 GMC Photo Contest
Entries to the 2026 Green Mountain Club Photo Contest closed after August 31. Check back in for Hikers’ Choice voting, opening on Friday, September 4, and for the announcement of all contest winners on Monday, August 14. Submit your best Vermont hiking photos to the Green Mountain Club’s annual photo contest! Share how the trail…
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PROTECT THE TRAILS DURING VERMONT’S SPRING MUD SEASON
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 31, 2026 CONTACT: Chloe Miller, Communications Manager at Green Mountain Club , 802-241-8234 PROTECT THE TRAILS DURING VERMONT’S SPRING MUD SEASON Waterbury Center, Vermont – As spring arrives and snow melts, Vermont’s mountains and trails are quickly transitioning to mud season. The Green Mountain Club encourages trail users to avoid muddy trails, follow any seasonal trail or road closures, and help protect the treadway and…
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Managing Mud Pits and Puncheon on the Long Trail
If you’ve hiked on the Long Trail (LT), you’re probably familiar with some of its notorious mud pits that require wide, precarious steps over a few random logs that dot the surface of the mud puddle or sacrificing your mostly dry socks to tread directly through the ankle-deep sludge. Mud management is part of the…
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Hiking the Side-to-Side Challenge: Variety & Views
If you’re looking for some new-to-you trails and to discover little-visited corners of Vermont, the Long Trail (LT) Side-to-Side challenge might be perfect for you.A cousin of the End-to-End hiking challenge, the Side-to-Side Challenge was born in 2006 after years of hikers informally taking it on. Hiking the Vermont Side-to-Side challenge is a great way…
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How to Hike the VT 5
The new year is the perfect time to set goals for the year ahead, and one of our favorite is hiking goals! If you’re looking for a challenge to get you outside and up in the mountains, the Vermont 5 is a great new year goal. It involves summiting all five of Vermont’s 4,000-foot peaks.…
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31 Beautiful Vermont Fall Foliage Hikes
Whenever entering the backcountry, safety is paramount. Before setting out, let someone know where you’re going, what trails you are hiking, and when you’ll return. Get started with our HikeSafe information. Weather: Be sure to check the weather and daylight hours ahead of your trip. In most circumstances, higher elevations mean cooler temperatures, and alpine…
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New Historical Marker Honors the Long Trail Lodge
The Killington Section is hosting an unveiling ceremony for the new historical marker for the Long Trail Lodge on Saturday, September 27 at 4 p.m. Section President Herb Ogden, Historian David Wright, and Executive Director Mike DeBonis will all speak about the significance of this historical site. Free and open to the public. The Green…
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Summer Hiking Bingo
GMC wants to help you make the most of your summer with Summer Hiking Bingo! These challenges are designed to help you get outside, learn new hiking skills, and connect with the hiking community. Download and print your own or stop in at GMC’s Visitor Center to pick up your bingo board. More information and…
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Make the Most of Hiking Season with a Visit to the Green Mountain Club Visitor Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 22, 2025 CONTACT: Chloe Miller, Communications Manager, , 802-241-8324 Make the Most of Hiking Season with a Visit to the Green Mountain Club Visitor Center Waterbury Center, Vermont – Though the weather may not feel like it, this Friday of Memorial Day Weekend officially kicks off Vermont’s hiking season. The Green…