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Hell Brook Trail Mount Mansfield
Very steep, rugged ascent route with scrambles and technical footing.
Smugglers Notch Long Trail South
Steeper Long Trail segment with rocky footing and scenic ledges.
Ice Beds Trail Smugglers Notch
Distinctive trail through boulders and cool microclimate pockets.
About This Trail
Climb the steep east wall of Smugglers Notch via rock steps to reach Sterling Pond, the highest trout pond in Vermont. A 1.4-mile loop around the mountain-top pond offers picturesque views and swimming, fishing, and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Nearby Trails
Hell Brook Trail Mount Mansfield
Very steep, rugged ascent route with scrambles and technical footing.
Smugglers Notch Long Trail South
Steeper Long Trail segment with rocky footing and scenic ledges.
Ice Beds Trail Smugglers Notch
Distinctive trail through boulders and cool microclimate pockets.
Bingham Falls Trail Vermont
Easy waterfall walk to a deep gorge and swimming hole area.
Mount Mansfield Long Trail Vermont
Rugged Long Trail route along alpine ridgelines and exposed summit terrain.
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