Difficulty | Moderate | |
Distance | 14.3 KM | |
Estimated Time | 4 to 6 hours | |
Elevation gain | 1,169 meters |
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Why hike at Bread Loaf Mountain ?
bread loaf mountain is a mountain located in Addison County, Vermont, in the Green Mountain National Forest. The mountain is part of the central Green Mountains. bread loaf mountain is flanked to the northeast by Mount Wilson, part of Vermont's Presidential Range. The southeast end of bread loaf mountain drains into the headwaters of the White River, thence into the Connecticut River which drains into Long Island Sound in Connecticut. The east side of bread loaf mountain drains into the headwaters of the New Haven River, thence into Otter Creek, Lake Champlain, Canada's Richelieu River, the Saint Lawrence River, and ultimately into the Gulf of Saint Lawrence. The northern part of the west side of bread loaf mountain drains into Blue Bank Brook, thence into the New Haven River. The southern part of the west side of bread loaf mountain. drains into Sparks Brook and the Middle Branch of the Middlebury River, thence into the Middlebury River and Otter Creek. The Long Trail, a 272-mile (438 km) hiking trail running the length of Vermont, crosses Bread Loaf. It runs up the southern part of the mountain's summit ridge, then doubles back to the east, meeting the Emily Proctor Trail from South Lincoln at the Emily Proctor Shelter, then continuing on to Mt. Wilson. The true summit is reached by a spur path from the Long Trail which leads northeast to an outlook. bread loaf mountain gives its name to Middlebury College's Bread Loaf School of English and Bread Loaf Writers' Conference, which operate in the summer at Middlebury's Bread Loaf campus.bread loaf mountain is a mountain located in Ripton, Vermont. The mountain is part of the Green Mountains and is the site of Middlebury College. The mountain has an elevation of 2,060 feet (628 m) and is the home of the Bread Loaf School of English.
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Starting Point
The start of the trails at the bread loaf mountain, Vermont can be accessed by traveling east on Route 125 from Ripton, Vermont. The trailhead is located on the left side of the road just past the junction with Route 125A.
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Lydia Crawford, an extraordinary woman with an insatiable zest for life, has become an inspirational figure to many through her adventures and infectious good humor. Born and raised in a small town nestled in the mountains, Lydia developed a love for the outdoors at an early age. Her childhood was filled with hiking, camping, and exploring the wilderness, experiences that shaped her into the avid outdoorswoman she is today.
She life was a celebration of adventure, joy, and the great outdoors. She lived with a fierce determination to enjoy every moment and to share that joy with others. Her legacy is one of laughter, exploration, and an unwavering love for the natural world. Lydia's spirit continues to inspire those who knew her and those who discover her story, reminding us all to embrace life with open arms and a heart full of joy.
She life was a celebration of adventure, joy, and the great outdoors. She lived with a fierce determination to enjoy every moment and to share that joy with others. Her legacy is one of laughter, exploration, and an unwavering love for the natural world. Lydia's spirit continues to inspire those who knew her and those who discover her story, reminding us all to embrace life with open arms and a heart full of joy.
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