Snapshot
This section includes a little bit of everything: unplowed roads, a short stretch of snowmobile trail, a 0.25-mile road walk, and long stretches of ungroomed trail through the Green Mountain National Forest. Three bridges on this section were built by University of Vermont students in 2002.
Length
9.0 miles (14.48 km)
Difficulty
Most of this section is suitable for intermediate level skiers. There is one long climb on a snowmobile trail and one steep, switch-backing descent to Route 30. Otherwise the terrain is generally level, with some gentle ups and downs. Be alert for temporary detours due to scheduled logging. Allow sufficient time if breaking trail through the usually deep snow.
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 6 – GeoPDF Map
Section 6 – 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, sleepwithus@astonewallinn.com
Landgrove Inn, 132 Landgrove Road, Landgrove, VT 05148
(802) 824-6673, www.landgroveinn.com, vtinn@sover.net
