Haystack Mountain

Bennington Vermont Hikes

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Haystack Mountain - Bennington Vermont Hikes

Off Vermont Highway 9 about midway between Brattleboro and Bennington. A relaxing half day family hike to a southern Green Mountain summit overlooking Haystack Pond. Special attractions: Easy access to four-state views of faraway peaks and sparkling waters. Optional walk to the wooded shore of a mountain pond.

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Trail Statistics & Information


Activity Type:	Hiking
Nearby City:	Bennington
Length:	4 total miles
Elevation Gain:	1,000 feet
Trail Type:	Out-and-back
Skill Level:	Moderate
Season:	Spring, Summer, Fall
Local Contacts:	Manchester Ranger District, 802-362-2307
Local Maps:	USGS Mount Snow quad.
Topo Map:	Haystack Mountain Topographic Map
Guide Book:	Hiking Vermont Guide Book
Driving Directions:	View Guide
Trail Directions:	View Guide

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Date of Trip: 11/18/2006
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Easy, peaceful hike. One section was flooded. Good views -- not quite 360…

Joseph Rating:

Date of Trip: 11/13/2006
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Moderate hike in November. Was a little muddy. When you get to the top of t…

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Weather Conditions

Important Message
Winter weather advisory in effect from 5 AM Wednesday to 1 AM est Thursday.
Overnight
Cloudy with a 20 percent chance of snow. Lows in the lower 20s. Light and variable winds.
Wednesday
Snow...mainly in the afternoon. Snow accumulation of 2 to 4 inches. Highs in the lower 30s. Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph... Increasing to around 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph in the afternoon. Chance of snow 80 percent.
Wednesday Night
Cloudy. Snow likely in the evening...then scattered snow showers after midnight. Total snow accumulation of 4 to 8 inches possible. Lows around 20. North winds around 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. Chance of snow 70 percent.