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Stratton Mountain and fire lookout tower

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Stratton Mountain and fire lookout tower

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Stratton Mountain and fire lookout tower

Name: Stratton Mountain and fire lookout tower
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Location: Windham County, Vermont, United States

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1. Stratton Mountain via Appalachian Trail (south approach) — Green Mountain National Forest

11.2km

03:39

510m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Stratton Mountain, Stratton Pond and Bourne Pond loop via Appalachian Trail — Green Mountain National Forest

26.3km

07:51

790m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Stratton Pond loop from Stratton

16.5km

05:07

620m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Tips

Jamie S.

May 3, 2025

Stratton Mountain is one of the most iconic peaks on the Long Trail, but not for its height, but rather for its historical significance. It was here in 1909 that James P. Taylor first imagined a “footpath in the wilderness,” which eventually became the Long Trail. The summit is forested, but a restored fire tower (that you can climb!) offers expansive 360-degree views of southern Vermont and the surrounding peaks. Today, Stratton is also home to a major ski resort, but the Long Trail bypasses the commercial slopes, staying on a quieter, wooded path. A nearby shelter, Stratton Pond Shelter, provides a peaceful overnight spot, just a short hike from the summit. This is a pretty built-up shelter (especially in comparison to the more common, simple three-sided lean-tos) so it's worth checking out even if you're not spending the night.

Lisa

September 22, 2023

The top of Stratton Mountain supports a fire lookout tower that is on the National Register of Historic Places. As you might imagine, the views from up here are great.

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Elevation 1,200 m

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Location: Windham County, Vermont, United States

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Stratton Mountain and fire lookout tower

1. Stratton Mountain via Appalachian Trail (south approach) — Green Mountain National Forest

2. Stratton Mountain, Stratton Pond and Bourne Pond loop via Appalachian Trail — Green Mountain National Forest

3. Stratton Pond loop from Stratton

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