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Vermont
Silver Lake
1.4 mi
Distance
430 ft
Gain
41 min
Time
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What we do know
Inside Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forests
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Silver Lake
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 1.4 mi
- Elevation gain
- 430 ft
- Elevation loss
- 430 ft
- Highest point
- 1,273 ft
- Lowest point
- 636 ft
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Permits & access
- Bikes
- yes
About this trail
Silver Lake offers a scenic out-and-back hike through Vermont's natural landscape, leading to the shores of a picturesque alpine or mountain lake. This short, accessible trail is ideal for families and casual hikers seeking a peaceful forest walk with water views as the reward.
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