Snapshot
This section is pleasant and very scenic. It is primarily backcountry, lies completely within the Green Mountain National Forest, and leads to beautiful Stratton Pond, where there is a shelter for overnight camping, and to Little Pond, another pristine, isolated area.
Located near the southeast end of Stratton Pond, the Stratton Pond shelter is a popular winter overnight camping spot. There are no reservations, so camping is on a fi rst-come, fi rst-served basis. It is a large three-sided shelter. Bring water and your own stove as wood fi res are prohibited. Be prepared to share the shelter with other visitors.
Length
10.4 miles (16.74km)
Difficulty
This is an intermediate section, with gently undulating terrain. There is one long and steep (but wide) downhill run on an old logging road to Kendall Farm Road. This can be avoided by detouring onto the I.P. Road (a snowmobile corridor), adding 2 miles to the overall length of this section.
Staying Found
Out in the woods keeping track of where you are can be a challenge. A map and compass is always a reliable option, but there are some great technological solutions that can make knowing where you are super simple. Please visit out Staying Found Webpage for more info about some of our favorite navigational tools, and note that all of our PDF maps are geo-referenced. This means they can be opened directly in apps like Avenza and used for navigation even in areas where there is no cell service.
Catamount Trail Skiers Facebook Group
This group is for anyone planning any type of adventure (skiing and snowshoeing) on the Catamount Trail (thru-skis\end-to-end section skis\day tours), or other similar XCD/Nordic backcountry trails in Vermont. It’s a place to ask questions, share knowledge, and connect with others.
Downloads
Section 5 – GeoPDF Map
Section 5 – Written Description & Shuttle Directions
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Local Business Supporters
Lodging:
A Stone Wall Inn, 530 Hitchcock Hill Road, Windham, VT 05359
(802) 875-4238, www.astonewallinn.com, stay@astonewallinn.com
