Ice Beds

Vermont

Vermont

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1.8 mi

Distance

598 ft

Gain

44 min

Time

No verdict for this trail

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What we do know

  • Inside Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forests

    2 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.

    Boundary data

What's missing

  • No access route mapped

    We don't yet know which road reaches this trailhead, so we can't tell you if it's gated.

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Why you'll love it

Quick trip — under 2 mi
Out & back

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Elevation & route

Distance
1.8 mi
Elevation gain
598 ft
Elevation loss
598 ft
Highest point
1,304 ft
Lowest point
988 ft
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Permits & access

Managing agency
Forest Service
Bikes
Allowed
Surface
Natural

Source for bikes, surface: USDA Forest Service National Forest System Trails (EDW)

About this trail

Ice Beds offers an accessible hiking experience in Vermont, perfect for those seeking a manageable outdoor adventure. This out-and-back trail spans 1.83 miles and welcomes hikers of all skill levels with its easy difficulty rating. Whether you're looking for a quick nature walk or a gentle introduction to Vermont's trails, this route provides a straightforward journey into the landscape.

Facts about this trail

The climb

Starts at
1,187 ft
High point
1,304 ft
Total climbing
598 ft
Total descent
598 ft
Steepest stretch
19% grade around mile 0.5 on the way out
Length (round trip)
1.8 mi
Shape
Out and back

The climb is steady from start to finish.

Source: Roamze elevation profile and trail geometry (DEM samples along the mapped route)

Where it is

Managed by
Forest Service

Source: USFS EDW boundaries; USGS PAD-US 4.1

Conditions

Active alerts for Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forests as of Oct 9, 2026:

Source: USFS forest alerts

Nearby

Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)

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