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Killington Peak Hike

<p>An Early Fall Hike Up Killington</p>

Killington Peak Hike

<p>An Early Fall Hike Up Killington</p>

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NOTE:&nbsp Originally scheduled for Sunday, September 28th, this hike has been re-scheduled for SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5th due to weather.

Join me for a hike on Killington, the second highest peak in Vermont (4241').&nbsp There are panoramic views from the summit across the Green Mountains and into the Adirondacks and Whites (there is a firetower on top, which may or may not be accessible).&nbsp We'll hike the Bucklin Trail to and from the summit.&nbsp The trail has a moderate grade with a short scramble up large rocks to the open peak.&nbsp The total distance is 7.2 miles and it should take us approximately 5-6 hours.&nbsp We'll meet at the trailhead on Wheelerville Road (4.1 miles off Rt. 4) at 10:30AM.&nbsp Typical summer/fall hiking wear:&nbsp shorts or convertible hiking pants, good sturdy hiking boots and thick socks, lunch, snacks and plenty of water.&nbsp Optional:&nbsp bug repellant, sunscreen, windbreaker/fleece.&nbsp If there's interest, we'll cap off the hike with dinner at a local restaurant.

Sunday, October 5, 2008
Mendon, VT · Directions
Hosted by shep5
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About this event

NOTE:&nbsp Originally scheduled for Sunday, September 28th, this hike has been re-scheduled for SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5th due to weather.

Join me for a hike on Killington, the second highest peak in Vermont (4241').&nbsp There are panoramic views from the summit across the Green Mountains and into the Adirondacks and Whites (there is a firetower on top, which may or may not be accessible).&nbsp We'll hike the Bucklin Trail to and from the summit.&nbsp The trail has a moderate grade with a short scramble up large rocks to the open peak.&nbsp The total distance is 7.2 miles and it should take us approximately 5-6 hours.&nbsp We'll meet at the trailhead on Wheelerville Road (4.1 miles off Rt. 4) at 10:30AM.&nbsp Typical summer/fall hiking wear:&nbsp shorts or convertible hiking pants, good sturdy hiking boots and thick socks, lunch, snacks and plenty of water.&nbsp Optional:&nbsp bug repellant, sunscreen, windbreaker/fleece.&nbsp If there's interest, we'll cap off the hike with dinner at a local restaurant.

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Jaffrey, NH

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