Spruce Mountain is located in LR Jones State Forest, the oldest State Forest in Vermont. The 2.2 mile trail to the summit of Spruce Mountain, a 3,037 foot peak, climbs moderately as it passes through hardwood forests. As it approaches and goes through spruce and fir forest, it becomes rocker and steeper.
At the top, there is a climbable fire tower that offers a 360° view of the surrounding area.
For more information on the trail or the L.R. Jones State Forest, visit the Vermont State Department of Forests, Parks, and Recreation online, or contact:
From US-2 in Plainfield, head south to cross the Winooski River on Main Street. After the bridge, turn right onto Mill Street and proceed for 0.2 miles. Turn left onto Brook Road. After 1.5 miles, turn left onto Fowler Road. After another 1.5 miles, turn right onto East Hill Road. After 0.7 miles, turn left onto Spruce Mountain Road. Stay left. The trailhead will be on the right after 1.0 mile. The parking area is plowed in the winter.
It is mud season in Vermont. Even if a trail is marked as open, pay attention to trail conditions. If you encounter mud or ice, turn around. Come back once the trail has had time to dry out.
One or more trails in this system is currently closed due to muddy or wet conditions. Please help to protect our trails by not walking on them when they are soft and easily damaged. Learn more.
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