| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Killington Peak, VT |
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 | Trails: |
Bucklin Trail, Long Trail, Killington Spur |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Sunday, May 17, 2026 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Nice large lot. Three mile drive in from Route 4 is in great shape |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
Bridged |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
Trail was in fantastic shape |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
Would be a great dog hike. Saw one happy pup |
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 | Bugs: |
Plenty down low (gnats and black flies)in the hardwoods but once again they weren’t biting quite yet! |
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 | Comments: |
Beautiful Sunday hike to nab the kiddos’ final VT 4K and 53/67. Bucklin trail is a very mellow two mile walk (500’ gain) to Irene Falls (very underwhelming). After that the trail climbs consistently at a moderate grade through pleasant woods. The Killington Spur trail seems like it was transplanted from NH-very steep and rocky. Great views at the top, although all the ski infrastructure and garbage strewn about really dampens the mood. Trail was remarkably dry compared to Ellen the day before. Not nearly as many wildflowers, but we did observe abundant painted trillium and some Dutchmen’s breeches:) Now on to Maine!!! |
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 | Name: |
James, Badass, Silent Running |
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 | E-Mail: |
stormyweatherholt@yahoo.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2026-05-18 |
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 | Link: |
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Disclaimer: Reports are not verified - conditions may vary. Use at own risk. Always be prepared when hiking. Observe all signs. Trail conditions reports are not substitutes for weather reports or common sense. |
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