West Trail
Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forests, Windham County, VT
Out-and-back trail in Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forests, Windham County, VT. Hiking.
- Distance
- 4.1 mi (6.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 377 ft (115 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 30 min
- High point
- 2,339 ft (713 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Grout Pond Recreation Area 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about West Trail
How long is West Trail?
West Trail is 4.1 mi (6.7 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 30 min. It climbs 377 ft (115 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,339 ft (713 m).
How hard is West Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for West Trail?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on West Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is West Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (99% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on West Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on West Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for West 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.
Trails near West Trail
- Grout Pond Loop Green Mountain National Forest · Moderate · 5.1 mi (8.2 km)
- Logging Camp Trail Green Mountain National Forest · Easy · 1.3 mi (2 km)
- Grout Pond East Trail Green Mountain National Forest · Moderate · 6.5 mi (10.4 km)
- Grout Pond Camp Trail Green Mountain National Forest · Easy · 1.4 mi (2.3 km)
- Grout Pond Hill Top Trail Green Mountain National Forest · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.7 km)
- Catamount Trail Section 4 Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forests · Moderate · 9.9 mi (16 km)
- Catamount Trail Green Mountain National Forest · Moderate · 3.9 mi (6.3 km)
- Stratton Pond Trail Green Mountain National Forest · Moderate · 7.3 mi (11.8 km)
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