Green Mountain Summits & Shelters

Explore the rugged terrain of Vermont's Green Mountain National Forest along the historic Long Trail. This collection features prominent summits like Killington Peak—the state’s second-highest point—and Stratton Mountain, alongside essential hiker infrastructure. The list includes diverse overnight options ranging from the fireplace-equipped Spruce Peak Shelter to the high-elevation Cooper Lodge. These sites provide critical refuge and designated camping areas for trekkers navigating the primary peaks of the Green Mountain range.

Stratton Mountain

Stratton Mountain is a mountain located in Windham County, Vermont, in the Green Mountain National Forest.

Killington Peak

Killington Peak is the second highest summit in the Green Mountains and in the U.S. state of Vermont.

Pico Peak

Pico Peak is a mountain in the Green Mountains in Rutland County, Vermont, United States. Pico Peak is flanked to the south by Ramshead Peak.

Haystack Mountain

Haystack Mountain is located in Wilmington, Vermont, and is part of the Green Mountains mountain range.

Summit Lodge

Alpine hut located near the summit of Haystack Mountain in the southern Green Mountains.

Cooper Lodge

High-elevation stone shelter located just below the summit of Killington Peak. It serves as the highest overnight site on the Long Trail.

Stratton Pond Shelter

Large wooden shelter located near the shores of Stratton Pond at the junction of the Long Trail and Appalachian Trail. Use requires a small fee.

Spruce Peak Shelter

Free wilderness hut featuring an internal wood-burning fireplace, located along the Long Trail north of Manchester.

Skyline Lodge

Log cabin style shelter situated at 3,262 feet overlooking Skylight Pond within the Breadloaf Wilderness.

Goddard Shelter

Free backcountry shelter located near the summit of Glastenbury Mountain and a historic fire observation tower.

Battell Shelter

Long Trail shelter located on the southern approach to Mount Abraham, maintained by the Green Mountain Club.

Stratton View Tenting Area

Paid backcountry camping area located north of Stratton Pond featuring designated tent platforms.