Hiking at Sugarbush
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Explore Sugarbush on foot this summer!
Please note: We recommend downloading the online trail map before you head out. Also, please stay clear of any mountain operations and construction zones for your safety.
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Whether you're looking for a leisurely walk through the woods or a summit that earns every step, Sugarbush offers hiking for every pace. Explore free hiking trails throughout the resort, connect with Vermont's iconic Long Trail, and discover why the Green Mountains have inspired generations of adventurers.
Our hiking trails are open daily during the summer season and free to explore.
Please note: We recommend downloading the online trail map before you head out. Also, please stay clear of any mountain operations and construction zones for your safety.
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Hiking at Lincoln Peak
Click to learn more about our trails here at Lincoln Peak. Enjoy a sunrise or a sunset from the summit, maybe a picnic at Allyn's Lodge or take the kids for a walk through the woods.
Hiking Map
This Mountain Makes Us Wander.
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Click to learn more about our trails here at Lincoln Peak. Enjoy a sunrise or a sunset from the summit, maybe a picnic at Allyn's Lodge or take the kids for a walk through the woods.
Hiking Map
This Mountain Makes Us Wander.
Some days the mountain asks you to slow down.
Other days it dares you to keep climbing.
From quiet loops beneath the trees to the summit of Lincoln Peak, every trail offers a different way to experience Vermont. Follow winding forest paths, cross open ski slopes bursting with summer wildflowers, and take in views that stretch across the Green Mountains.
Whether you're here for an hour or an all-day adventure, there's a trail waiting for you.
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Beginner Trails
Lollipop Loop
Easy | approx. 1.1 mi | elev. gain: 100ft | approx. 30min -1hr
Trailhead: Corner of Sugarbush Access Road and Inferno Road
Route: The Lollipop Trail follows the Clay Brook and does a loop back onto itself or turn right into the lower parking area and follow the trail alongside the Sugarbush Access Road.
Super Bravo Loop
Easy | approx. 1.0 mi | elev. gain: 750ft | approx. 45min -1hr
Trailhead: Super Bravo Lift
Route: Head up the work road to the left towards the Valley House. Cross under the Valley House lift onto Coffee Run ski trail. This trail will cross under the Super Bravo chair lift and continue straight onto Lower Jester ski trail. Take the first right onto Header ski trail. Turn right onto Castlerock Run Out ski trail back to the base area.
Easy | approx. 1.1 mi | elev. gain: 100ft | approx. 30min -1hr
Trailhead: Corner of Sugarbush Access Road and Inferno Road
Route: The Lollipop Trail follows the Clay Brook and does a loop back onto itself or turn right into the lower parking area and follow the trail alongside the Sugarbush Access Road.
Super Bravo Loop
Easy | approx. 1.0 mi | elev. gain: 750ft | approx. 45min -1hr
Trailhead: Super Bravo Lift
Route: Head up the work road to the left towards the Valley House. Cross under the Valley House lift onto Coffee Run ski trail. This trail will cross under the Super Bravo chair lift and continue straight onto Lower Jester ski trail. Take the first right onto Header ski trail. Turn right onto Castlerock Run Out ski trail back to the base area.
Intermediate Trail
Sleeper Road to Castle Rock Runout Loop
Moderate | approx. 3.1 mi | elev. gain: 750ft | approx.1.5-2 hours
Trailhead: Gate House Lift
Route: Start up Sleeper Road to the left of Gate House lift. Follow the work road up to the top of Gate House lift for views of the base area and Mad River Valley. Pass North Lynx lift on your right and head to Castlerock Run Out ski trail (multi-use) to descend back to the base area.
Gatehouse Woods Loop
Moderate | approx. 2.5 mi | elev. gain: 750ft | approx.1.5-2 hours
Trailhead: Gate House Lift
Route: Half of this loop is on a more rugged hiking/biking trail in the woods. Start up Sleeper Road to the left of Gate House lift looking for the yellow hiking trail signs in the woods to the left. Follow the Gate House Woods Trail until it intersects with the Castlerock Run Out ski trail (multi-use). Turn left and continue straight on the Castlerock Run Out trail back to the base area.
Moderate | approx. 3.1 mi | elev. gain: 750ft | approx.1.5-2 hours
Trailhead: Gate House Lift
Route: Start up Sleeper Road to the left of Gate House lift. Follow the work road up to the top of Gate House lift for views of the base area and Mad River Valley. Pass North Lynx lift on your right and head to Castlerock Run Out ski trail (multi-use) to descend back to the base area.
Gatehouse Woods Loop
Moderate | approx. 2.5 mi | elev. gain: 750ft | approx.1.5-2 hours
Trailhead: Gate House Lift
Route: Half of this loop is on a more rugged hiking/biking trail in the woods. Start up Sleeper Road to the left of Gate House lift looking for the yellow hiking trail signs in the woods to the left. Follow the Gate House Woods Trail until it intersects with the Castlerock Run Out ski trail (multi-use). Turn left and continue straight on the Castlerock Run Out trail back to the base area.
Advanced Trail
Lower Jester to Allyn's Lodge
Moderate | approx. 2 mi. one way | elev. gain: 1,600ft | approx. 1-1.5 hours one way
Trailhead: Bottom of Super Bravo Lift
Route: Head up the work road to the left towards the Valley House. Cross under the Valley House lift onto Coffee Run ski trail. At the 7th switchback, there is an out and back spur trail (Organgrinder Flats ski trail) which goes off to the right. Stay left onto Reverse Traverse ski trail to continue towards the top of Valley House lift/Allyn’s Lodge. Take in the views from the top of the lift, then turn right onto Valley House Traverse ski trail. Bear left at the next fork and Allyn’s Lodge will be a short distance ahead. Ride the lift down, or head to Allyn's Lodge and continue the adventure.
Top of Heaven's Gate from Allyn's Lodge
Moderate | approx. 2.0 mi round trip | elev. gain: 700ft | approx.1.5 hours
Trailhead: Allyn's Lodge
Route: Head up the work road to the left from Allyn's Lodge. Stay to the left and head uphill and continue up Jester ski trail to the summit where you will find a large observation deck with 360° views and access to the Long Trail. **PLEASE KEEP CLEAR OF THE HEAVEN'S GATE CONSTRUCTION PROJECT, AND KEEP AWAY FROM RE-VEGETATION EFFORTS**
Moderate | approx. 2 mi. one way | elev. gain: 1,600ft | approx. 1-1.5 hours one way
Trailhead: Bottom of Super Bravo Lift
Route: Head up the work road to the left towards the Valley House. Cross under the Valley House lift onto Coffee Run ski trail. At the 7th switchback, there is an out and back spur trail (Organgrinder Flats ski trail) which goes off to the right. Stay left onto Reverse Traverse ski trail to continue towards the top of Valley House lift/Allyn’s Lodge. Take in the views from the top of the lift, then turn right onto Valley House Traverse ski trail. Bear left at the next fork and Allyn’s Lodge will be a short distance ahead. Ride the lift down, or head to Allyn's Lodge and continue the adventure.
Top of Heaven's Gate from Allyn's Lodge
Moderate | approx. 2.0 mi round trip | elev. gain: 700ft | approx.1.5 hours
Trailhead: Allyn's Lodge
Route: Head up the work road to the left from Allyn's Lodge. Stay to the left and head uphill and continue up Jester ski trail to the summit where you will find a large observation deck with 360° views and access to the Long Trail. **PLEASE KEEP CLEAR OF THE HEAVEN'S GATE CONSTRUCTION PROJECT, AND KEEP AWAY FROM RE-VEGETATION EFFORTS**
Expert Trails
Castle Rock Summit
Hard | approx. 6 mi. round trip | elev. gain: 2,300ft | approx. 5-7 hours one way
Trailhead: Super Bravo Lift
Route: Head up the work road under the Super Bravo lift. After passing the maintenance shed and groomers, bear to the right on Castlerock Run Out ski trail, following Clay Brook up the mountain. Continue straight and to the right passing the base of Castlerock lift. Turn left onto Troll Road ski trail and follow to the summit where you will find the Castlerock Hut and magnificent views to the East.
Hard | approx. 6 mi. round trip | elev. gain: 2,300ft | approx. 5-7 hours one way
Trailhead: Super Bravo Lift
Route: Head up the work road under the Super Bravo lift. After passing the maintenance shed and groomers, bear to the right on Castlerock Run Out ski trail, following Clay Brook up the mountain. Continue straight and to the right passing the base of Castlerock lift. Turn left onto Troll Road ski trail and follow to the summit where you will find the Castlerock Hut and magnificent views to the East.