Sterling Pond is Vermont’s highest-elevation Trout Pond and an extremely popular destination in Smuggler's Notch. You can swim and fish (with a permit) and relax by its waters. It's also a great spot for observing wildlife and photography all year round; there are sometimes volunteers at the pond who are there to talk about the local plants and animals, and to answer questions. There is a shelter on the east side of the pond for Long Trail thru-hikers.

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Sterling Pond via Long Trail

6.60km

02:28

600m

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Hike the moderate Sterling Pond via Long Trail for 4.1 miles (6.6 km) to a serene alpine lake with mountain views in Vermont.

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Madonna Peak via Sterling Pond Trail

3.68km

01:31

450m

20m

Hike the Madonna Peak via Sterling Pond Trail for a moderate 2.3-mile journey through varied terrain to a scenic pond and panoramic views.

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Sterling Pond Trail

5.15km

01:52

310m

Hike the moderate Sterling Pond Trail for 3.2 miles (5.1 km) to a serene alpine lake, gaining 1029 feet (314 metres) in elevation.

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Elevation 920 m

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Location: Lamoille County, Vermont, United States

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