The Long Trail in Vermont Backpacking Guide

Distance: 272 miles + 5.1 miles of approach trails

Days: 25 days average

Elevation gain/loss: 66,000ft (68,000 ft according to FarOut guides)

Best season: Late summer to early fall, pending mud and snow

Permits: None

Difficulty: Physically difficult. Technically and logistically simple

Continue reading to learn more about backpacking the Long Trail, written by Trey French.

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