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Trail description
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The primary route ascends via the Sherburne Pass Trail, which climbs steadily through classic Green Mountain forest — northern hardwoods giving way to spruce and fir as you gain elevation. The trail passes by Pico Camp shelter and crosses ski runs on its approach to the summit. The trail surface is typical of Vermont hiking: expect exposed roots, rocky sections, and mud in wetter seasons.
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Pico Peak tops out at 3,957 feet (1,206 m) with genuine open summit views delivering 360-degree panoramas of Killington Peak, Chittenden Reservoir, and the surrounding Green Mountains. The summit area is compact but gives you enough room to sit, eat, and take in the landscape without feeling crowded.
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Recommended gear for this trail
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Everything you need to know before you goStarting Point
To access the hiking trails, you can start at one of the following trailheads:
Sherburne Pass Trailhead: Located on U.S. Route 4, approximately 5 miles east of Killington, VT. There is a parking area available near the Inn at Long Trail.
Pico Mountain Resort Base Area: Situated at 4763 Killington Road, Killington, VT 05751. Parking is available at the resort's base area lot.
Both locations provide access to different routes leading to the summit.
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- Hiking shoes Essential
- → Salomon Elixir Tour Mid WP · 203.38 $
- Layered clothing Essential
- Rain jacket Essential
- Trekking poles
- → Black Diamond Trail Ergo Cork · 69.99 $
- Headlamp
- → Petzl Actik Core 625 · 103.95 $
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