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GMC’s cabins are basic with no running water, electricity, or kitchen facilities.  A wood stove, cured firewood, and detached privies are available at each site. Guests are expected to bring their own bedding and sleeping pads. These cabins are in addition to the more than 70 designated overnight sites along the Long Trail, all of…

Cabin Details Bryant Cabin Bolton Lodge Hadsel-Mares Cabin Jean Haigh Cabin  Location Bolton Valley Bolton Valley Wheeler Pond, Barton Wheeler Pond, Barton Rate $82 – $97/night  $82 – $97/night $82/night  $97/night Guest Capacity 8 8 8 6-8 Rental Season Aug. 1 – March 31 July 1 – March 31 May 1 – April 30 May…

Trip Planning in Winter Winter hiking is more challenging for several reasons, from slower paces due to snow and ice; carrying more clothing and gear, using traction footwear, and burning more energy to stay warm. It’s important to pick shorter and easier trails than you’re comfortable with in other seasons. Winter can also be extremely…

Members Early Booking Policy Current GMC Members can enjoy a benefit of a 24-hour advance booking period when cabin rentals open each March. Members also get 20% off their stay with code member20 at checkout. Reservations for the rental year beginning May 1, 2026 through April 30, 2027 will open March 12, 2026 at 12…

The Long Trail, a rugged footpath that runs along the spine of the Green Mountains from Massachusetts to Canada, is a Vermont treasure. Built by dedicated Green Mountain Club volunteers between 1910-1930, it was the vision of James P. Taylor and later served as inspiration for the Appalachian Trail.

  History of the AT in Vermont Vermont and the Long Trail hold a special place in the history of the Appalachian Trail. It was on or near the summit of Stratton Mountain during the construction of the Long Trail where Benton MacKaye had the idea to extend the scenic footpath across the ridges of…

Find a Side Trail Looking for a great day hike, loop, or to access a section of the Long Trail? Side trails provide access to all five of Vermont’s 4,000-foot peaks; several ponds; and countless other worthy hiking destinations. Browse the entire list of side trails here, or find a hike for you using our…

Planning Your Thru Hike Get started with Long Trail basics on this page. As you get more serious about planning a hike, GMC offers several helpful resources. The Long Trail Map (updated 2025) and the Long Trail Guide book (2025) provide detailed descriptions of the entire trail system. The End-to-Ender’s Guide offers information about hiker…

Apply Online for End-to-Ender Certification Complete and submit the below form to certify your hike. Each applicant must submit their own application, and we do not recognize end-to-ender certification for pets. End-to-End and Side-to-Side applications are processed twice each year. Please exercise patience after the submission deadline as it takes about a month to process…