I have never taken a hiking trip before. And although I'm a healthy 80 year old woman, I'd like to know the possible degree of difficulty of the Vermont Trek.

The Zealand Falls Hut to Hut is considered moderate to difficult. It is a level 4 out of 5. This includes carrying a pack of about 15-25lbs depending on how light you pack. The trail is dirt and rock but well traveled. There are rocks and tree roots sticking out along the way that need to be stepped over. There are a few spots where you are walking close to the edge. The trails can be steep as there are no switchbacks. There is a 1200' ascent in about .7 miles on day one. This day can take some groups 10 or more hours. We recommend a high level of fitness including balance and endurance. This would be a very challenging first time hike. The Northeast in general is pretty challenging. If you are open to other locations, please let us know. The West (Rocky Mountains, California, and Washington) tend to have some easier hiking with more maintained trails.

What is the level of hiking experience needed for this trip. Also, I'm very afraid of heights so I wondered about the height of the trails.

This trip is considered a level 4 trip. This means you would be carrying a 15-25 pound pack depending on how much you bring with you personally. You can expect to be hiking up to 8 miles per day and elevation changes daily as great as 3,000 feet. The trails themselves are extremely rugged and may involve scrambling with hands and feet on very steep terrain. For the most part cliff edges and drop offs are roughly 4-9 feet away at all times, except for a few sections where the trail is a little closer to edges.

I was wondering if you know the way to get to the starting point from Boston

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Zealand Falls and the White Mountains

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Keep your creature comforts with a night at Appalachian Highland Center
Hike the highlights of the Appalachian Trail in White Mountains National Forest
Spend the night with fellow hikers at mountain huts in the heart of the Whites

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Day 1 Crawford Notch (near Bretton Woods)
Day 2 Crawford Notch (near Bretton Woods) - White Mountains National Forest
Day 3 White Mountains National Forest
Day 4 White Mountains National Forest - Crawford Notch (near Bretton Woods)

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Merrie
· September 23rd, 2025
Great trip, so glad I went! Very informative guide, fun group, great equipment and a beautiful hike and kayak trip.
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Birim
· July 3rd, 2025
Hiking in the Presidential Peaks was a great experience — stunning views, varied trails, and fresh mountain air. Chris, our guide, was well-organized and knowledgeable, keeping the group safe and on track without overdoing it. A memorable trip all around.
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Holly
Asked on May 16th, 2024
I have never taken a hiking trip before. And although I'm a healthy 80 year old woman, I'd like to know the possible degree of difficulty of the Vermont Trek.
Tour Details
- Wildland TrekkingOperator•Written May 2024
  The Zealand Falls Hut to Hut is considered moderate to difficult. It is a level 4 out of 5. This includes carrying a pack of about 15-25lbs depending on how light you pack. The trail is dirt and rock but well traveled. There are rocks and tree roots sticking out along the way that need to be stepped over. There are a few spots where you are walking close to the edge. The trails can be steep as there are no switchbacks. There is a 1200' ascent in about .7 miles on day one. This day can take some groups 10 or more hours. We recommend a high level of fitness including balance and endurance. This would be a very challenging first time hike. The Northeast in general is pretty challenging. If you are open to other locations, please let us know. The West (Rocky Mountains, California, and Washington) tend to have some easier hiking with more maintained trails.
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Chelsea
Asked on May 10th, 2023
What is the level of hiking experience needed for this trip. Also, I'm very afraid of heights so I wondered about the height of the trails.
Tour Details
- Wildland TrekkingOperator•Written May 2023
  This trip is considered a level 4 trip. This means you would be carrying a 15-25 pound pack depending on how much you bring with you personally. You can expect to be hiking up to 8 miles per day and elevation changes daily as great as 3,000 feet. The trails themselves are extremely rugged and may involve scrambling with hands and feet on very steep terrain. For the most part cliff edges and drop offs are roughly 4-9 feet away at all times, except for a few sections where the trail is a little closer to edges.
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Trevor
Asked on January 21st, 2022
I was wondering if you know the way to get to the starting point from Boston
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- Wildland TrekkingOperator•Written January 2022
  There is currently space on our August 22 tour. Please let us know if you have any questions or would like to join this tour.

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