アパラチア山脈の峠・トップ20

Roughly 30 miles from Springer Mountain, Neels Gap is a key milestone for northbound hikers. The trail literally passes through the breezeway of Mountain Crossings, a historic stone building that houses an outfitter, hostel, and resupply stop. It’s the first real chance to replace gear, send items home, or get advice from seasoned staff, many of whom are former thru-hikers.

Along this section of the Piper Trail leading to the summit, you'll reach the mountain saddle between the Three Sisters and Mount Chocorua. The well-marked path crosses smooth granite rocks with ease, offering stunning views that stretch southward and northeast across the White Mountains.

A great challenge with long steep segments. I definitely recommend an adequate gear setup (32 teeth cassette) for climbing, especially if bike touring. Totally worth it though!

At the mountain saddle between the 'Three Sisters' and 'Mount Chocurua', follow the 'Piper Trail' up to the summit. The marked route leads over bare granite rocks without any difficulties. The fantastic view extends to the south and northeast over the 'White Mountains'.

Extremely hilly, sounds of nature, lot's to see & experience. Downhills are well worth the climbs. You definitely need to have some rides/climbing in your season. Update 7/26/25 Still crazy hilly & and punchy. However, the downhill runs are amazing..😉

Middlebury Gap is a mountain pass in Vermont's Green Mountains and a great, very challenging climb for any rider. It divides two different drainage areas with the Robbins Branch flowing southeast into the White River, and the South Branch into Middlebury River, which into Otter Creek, connecting to Lake Champlain. The Long Trail, a 272-mile hiking route traversing Vermont, runs through here, passing between Worth Mountain and Boyce Mountain. The Breadloaf Wilderness lies to the north, while Middlebury College Snow Bowl and Joseph Battell Wilderness are nearby to the south.

The North Old Mac Trail is a relatively easy descent from here. You can also head south to the Panther Gap Rockhouse, a sandstone overhang that makes for a great picnic spot.

The North Old Mac Trail is a relatively easy descent from here. You can also head south to the Panther Gap Rockhouse, a sandstone overhang that makes for a great picnic spot.