Styles - Peru - Tabor Loop

Cold wet start to the day did not dampen the spirit of adventure. Starting at the junction of the Mad Tom Notch Road and the AT/LT (VT Long Trail) we began the ascent of Mt Styles. Stready climb was fairly moderate, nice maintained trail. Reaching the summit with clouds slowly lifting and opening views in several directions. Climbing over to Mt Peru was fairly easy going, but no views through the thick, forested summit. Trail descends very gently to the Mt Peru shelter. In excellent condition set next to a beautiful stream. Several tent sites were surrounding the shelter. The trail remains flat along the shore of the amazing Griffith Pond. Again sevral tent sites scattered through the area. (AMC fees apply to shelter and tent sites). Reaching the north end of the pond the hike turned south following a hiking/snowmobile trail reaching a fire road access point. Short walk along the road completed the 10.5 mile loop (approx 4.5 hours). This was a great trip, amazing hikers and another wonderful oppertunity to meet fellow travelers. This trail is a great day hike looking to explore. Venture off the trails you know so well to new trails, new mountains, new friends and new memories. 

Style Peak, Peru Peak and Mt Tabor Loop: elevation (highest point) 3.416ft, distance to highest is 3 miles, total trip distance 9.5 miles (includes road walking).

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This trip is considered Moderate.

• Steep grade
• Distance
• Steady pace.

Group will meet at 9 am at the Mad Tom Notch Road area and depart up the trail at 9:15am.

PREPARATION/WHAT TO BRING: It is recommended that hikers have extra dry clothing and wind protection. Always have water (There is no potable water sources along this trail) and food. If you need suggestions on what to bring, PLEASE ASK!!

It is also highly recommended to bring a BLISTER KIT (DIY kits online). If this is the first hike of the season or brand-new footwear, foot first aid most likely will be necessary.

For this trip it is important to bring along flexibility, patience, and a sense of humor.

It is possible for black flies to be out by this point in the season. Bug repellent is recommended. Remember the one thing worse than annoying bugs is people complaining about annoying bugs. Helpful hint: Avoid perfumed scents in soaps, bodywash and shampoo. These will attract bugs.

Group Size It is not fun leaving folks out of trips.

• If you cannot attend, PLEASE cancel so others may join.
• If you are on the waiting list, please contact me days prior to the trip, most likely there is room and if needed this trail will allow us to break the group into two smaller groups.
• Dogs are the FULL responsibility of the owner and cannot interfere with the hike or the participants.
• This hike may not be ideal for dogs because of other dogs and hikers. This trail is narrow and steep. It is up to the owner.
• A leash (close at hand) is highly recommended (also required in GMNF).

Decreasing the impact to the environment is always a priority! Please plan to “carry in and carry out” all items. It may also be possible to collect other hikers’ debris along the way.

Weather: If weather is a concern any updates or cancellation information will be posted by the Thursday prior by 6pm. If it is a cancellation it will include a rescheduled date so participants can watch for that opportunity.

Safety is a priority! Any time a hiker is injured or lost a HUGE team of volunteers is dispatched to aid in the search and rescue efforts. No one wants to be injured or put other in harms way. Always be prepared. Know your limits. Any questions feel free to contact me.

Group will meet at 9 am at the Mad Tom Notch Road area and depart up the trail at 9:15am