Appalachian Trail
Robert T. Stafford White Rocks National Recreation Area, Rutland County, VT
Point-to-point trail in Robert T. Stafford White Rocks National Recreation Area, Rutland County, VT. Hiking.
- Distance
- 141.7 mi (228 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 29,754 ft (9,069 m)
- Est. Time
- 60 hr 45 min
- High point
- 3,967 ft (1,209 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Shelter 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from start
- Peak: Moseley Hill 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from start
- Peak: Thistle Hill 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from start
- Trailhead: Thundering Brook Falls Trail 38.3 mi (61.6 km) from start
- Viewpoint 38.5 mi (61.9 km) from start
- Waterfall: Thundering Brook Falls 38.5 mi (62 km) from start
- Viewpoint 39.9 mi (64.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint 40 mi (64.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint 40.1 mi (64.5 km) from start
- Waterfall 40.2 mi (64.7 km) from start
- Viewpoint 40.2 mi (64.7 km) from start
- Bike repair station 40.5 mi (65.1 km) from start
- Campsite 40.5 mi (65.3 km) from start
- Shelter: Ash 40.6 mi (65.3 km) from start
- Peak: Snowdon Peak 48.5 mi (78 km) from start
- Shelter: Cooper Lodge 49.4 mi (79.4 km) from start
- Shelter: Governor Clement Shelter 53.4 mi (85.9 km) from start
- Trailhead: Clarendon Gorge Trailhead 60.3 mi (97 km) from start
- Peak: Bear Mountain 64.6 mi (104 km) from start
- Campsite: Little Rock Pond Tenting Area 71.8 mi (115.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Appalachian Trail
How long is Appalachian Trail?
Appalachian Trail is 141.7 mi (228 km) long. Most people take about 60 hr 45 min. It climbs 29,754 ft (9,069 m) in total, up to a high point of 3,967 ft (1,209 m).
How hard is Appalachian Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Appalachian Trail?
Parking at the start. Closest lot to the start: Lewiston Lot. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Appalachian Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 40.5 mi (65.2 km), 49.4 mi (79.5 km), 74.2 mi (119.4 km). 1 springs (treat before drinking).
Is Appalachian Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (98% under trees).
What can you do on Appalachian Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Appalachian Trail?
Blue Sparrow Kitchen, 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat.
Is this a good week for Appalachian Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Hazen Trail / Montshire Museum Trails Windsor County · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Side Trail Norwich Nature Area · Easy · 0.1 mi (0.2 km)
- Blue Loop Norwich Nature Area · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Meadow Connector Windsor County · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
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