Stowe Recreation Path – Idletyme Brewing & PK Coffee loop from Adams Camp
Stowe Recreation Path – Idletyme Brewing & PK Coffee loop from Adams Camp
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Stowe Recreation Path – Idletyme Brewing & PK Coffee loop from Adams Camp
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9.11km
40m
Hiking
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: May 18, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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27 m
Stowe Recreation Path
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Tip by
2.82 km
Thompson Park Picnic Area & Trailhead
Highlight • Rest Area
Tip by
4.56 km
Idletyme Brewing & PK Coffee
Highlight • Cafe
Tip by
5.31 km
Chase Park (Stowe Recreation Path Access)
Highlight • Trail
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9.11 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
8.57 km
304 m
140 m
102 m
Surfaces
8.66 km
183 m
143 m
< 100 m
< 100 m
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Description
If you're looking for a hike that blends easy, scenic pathways with more rugged, forested terrain, the Stowe Recreation Path – Idletyme Brewing & PK Coffee loop from Adams Camp is a moderate 5.7-mile (9.1 km) hiking route with 139 feet (42 metres) of elevation gain, typically taking around 2 hours and 20 minutes. This route is perfect for those who want a diverse experience, combining accessible paved sections with natural trails and convenient stops for refreshments.
What to expect on Stowe Recreation Path – Idletyme Brewing & PK Coffee loop from Adams Camp
The journey begins on the Stowe Recreation Path, a largely paved and flat section that offers breathtaking mountain views, often including Mount Mansfield, as it meanders alongside the West Branch of the Little River. You'll cross charming wood-planked bridges and pass through meadows and shaded wooded areas, making for an easy and pleasant start. As you transition towards Adams Camp, the terrain shifts dramatically to natural, packed earth and dirt trails within a 513-acre mixed northern hardwood forest. These multi-use trails, with their doubletrack and singletrack sections, are more rugged and can feature technical spots and significant climbs, offering a moderate to advanced challenge for those seeking a deeper immersion in nature, with the Ranch Brook running through the property.
Planning your visit
The connection between the Stowe Recreation Path and the Adams Camp trails is being enhanced by the ongoing "Adams Camp Connector" project, which aims to create seamless access. Before its full completion, linking to Adams Camp from the Recreation Path might involve using roads or existing multi-use trails primarily designed for mountain biking. This loop offers the unique convenience of having local establishments like Idletyme Brewing and PK Coffee directly accessible from the Recreation Path, perfect for a pre-hike coffee or a post-hike brew and meal.
Trail details
- Distance: 5.7 miles (9.1 km)
- Elevation gain: 139 feet (42 metres)
- Difficulty: moderate
- Estimated time: 2 hours and 20 minutes
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