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Hiking in Mt Snow: trails, map and practical info

Southern Vermont • Vermont

Experience Vermont's Green Mountains with 701 m of elevation gain over 4 to 6 hours at Mt. Snow. This West Dover destination combines hiking trails with summer mountain biking and zip-lining adventures.

François Dumaine
François DumaineUpdated Oct 6, 2026
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8.5 km
Distance
3h15
Duration
701 m
Elevation
Difficulty
Hard
Max altitude
1,006 m
Recommended for :
Intermediate hikers

Ready to explore Mt Snow? Here's everything you need to know before you go!

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Trail description

Mountain Features

Mt. Snow features four distinct mountain faces: Main Face, North Face, Sunbrook, and Carinthia, each offering unique terrain and hiking experiences. This multi-face layout provides hikers with diverse route options and varied landscapes across the mountain.

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Recommended gear for this trail

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Trail Ergo Cork
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Actik Core 625
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Wide Mouth 1L
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Ready to go?

Everything you need to know before you go

Where?

Address
Mt Snow, Somerset, VT 05356, USA
GPS coordinates
42.9602444, -72.9204014
Phone
Not available

Starting Point

To access the hiking trails, you can start at the main trailhead located at 39 Mount Snow Road, West Dover, VT 05356. There are parking facilities available at this location.

When?

Opening hours
From sunrise to sunset
Varies by season
Best season
Fall
Spectacular colors
Best time
Early morning
Less crowded
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How much?

Entry fees
Adult
Not available
Child
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What to bring?

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Gear
Download the PDF checklist
Water & food
2L minimum
No water point on the trail
Bring energy snacks for a 4h+ hike
Good to know
Safety
Download the GPX before you go
Limited cellular coverage on the trail
Slippery after rain
Be careful on rocky sections
In an emergency
Emergency
911
Parking GPS
42.9602444, -72.9204014
Center
Not available

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FAQ - Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know
Mt Snow is rated hard.
The elevation gain of Mt Snow is 701 m.
The summit of Mt Snow is at 1,006 m.
Allow about 3h15 for Mt Snow (8.5 km).
No, Mt Snow has no visitor centre on site.
No, Mt Snow is rated as a Hard difficulty trail and is not recommended for beginners. The 8.5 km distance with 701 m of elevation gain requires a good fitness level and hiking experience. Consider starting with easier trails in the area before attempting Mt Snow.
The Mt Snow trail takes approximately 3h15 to complete for the 8.5 km distance. Actual hiking time may vary depending on your fitness level, trail conditions, and pace.
Mt Snow has an elevation gain of 701 m over the 8.5 km route. This significant elevation gain contributes to the Hard difficulty rating of the trail.
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Update : October 2026