Difficulty | Easy | |
Estimated Time | 4 to 5 hours | |
Elevation gain | 948 meters |
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Why hike at Grass Mountain, Vermont ?
Grass Mountain is a mountain located in Bennington County, Vermont. Grass Mountain is flanked to the north by Big Spruce Mountain, and to the southeast by Spruce Mountain. Grass Mountain stands within the watershed of the Hudson River, which drains into New York Bay. The north side of Grass Mountain drains into Batten Kill, thence into the Hudson River. The east side of Grass Mountain drains into Dry Brook, thence into Batten Kill. The south side of Grass Mountain drains into Little White Creek, thence into the Walloomsac River, the Hoosic River, and the Hudson. The west side drains into White Creek, thence into Owl Kill, the Hoosic River, and the Hudson.Grass Mountain is a small, unincorporated community in the town of West Windsor, Vermont. The village is located in the valley of the White River, on the east side of the river, and is surrounded by the Green Mountains. The village has a population of about 100 people.
The village was settled in 1781 by Asahel Bush and his family. The village was originally called "Bushville". The name was later changed to "Grass Mountain" because of the abundance of grass in the area.
The village has a general store, a post office, and a church. The village is also home to the Grass Mountain School, which is a one-room schoolhouse that serves students in grades K-8.
The village is a popular tourist destination, due to its location in the heart of the Green Mountains. Visitors can enjoy hiking, fishing, and skiing in the area.
Trail maps

Rate & open hour
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Starting Point
The Grass Mountain trails are located in the town of Rochester, Vermont. To get to the start of the trails, take Route 100 north from Rutland, Vermont for about 9 miles. Turn left onto Grass Mountain Road and drive for about 1.5 miles. The trailhead will be on your right.
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