Molly Stark Balcony Trail

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Vermont · bennington County

Molly Stark Balcony Trail

State-park route with broad ridgeline outlooks and easy navigation.

Rating

Length

2.4 mi

Difficulty

3

County

bennington

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About This Trail

A 2.4-mile round trip on the Long Trail climbs to a dramatic balcony-like outcrop with sweeping views of Camel’s Hump and the Green Mountain valleys. The rocky, technical footing rewards with one of central Vermont’s most photogenic ridgeline vantage points.

Location

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Coordinates: 42.889221, -73.0194132

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Getting There

From Wilmington, take Route 9 west to Molly Stark State Park at 705 Route 9 East. The Balcony Trail is accessible from the park's trail system, starting across from the park office.

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